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Please select the top 3 boards, committees, commissions, or councils on which you would like to serve. This application will remain active for one year from the date we receive it and will be posted on the City's website. Thank you for applying!
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Makes policy recommendations to support continued airport development and community economic growth; acts as advocate for current and potential economic value of the airport.
To foster cultural promotion of the city, and provide a positive environment toward foreign industrialists and their families
Provides for a variety of funding options, including tax increment financing mechanism, which can be used to fund public improvements in the downtown district.
Manages all public housing facilities and rental voucher (Section 8) programs in the city. Public housing facilities include scattered site rental housing, home purchase programs and senior residential developments.
BC Tax Increment Finance Authority. Works to halt a decline of property values, increase property tax valuation, eliminate causes of decline in value, and promote growth in the Fort Custer Industrial Park.
Hears and decides on appeals concerning application or interpretation of the provisions and standards of the Building Code, the International Property Maintenance Code and Chapter 842 of these Codified Ordinances, and to hear appeals of decisions of the Dangerous Buildings Hearing Officer.
Members serve for five years, and must be city electors and property owners. Members may correct/amend assessment rolls, and increase or decrease taxable property assessment or valuation.
Establishes rules applicable to all regular and full-time Fire Department personnel, excluding civilian employees. Members must reside in the city limits for one year, reside within the county for three years, and hold no other government office. There may be no more than two members of the same political party.
Serves in an advisory capacity to the City Manager in reviewing appeals of investigations and findings of community complaints made against the Battle Creek Police Department. Creates bridges between community and law enforcement by supporting community education and transparency, providing community perspective on practices and policies of the department, and working to build credibility and community trust. There are seven members and two alternates, reflecting the city's demographics as closely as possible. Meets at least quarterly.
To hear appeals on building permit denials, and from any other decision pursuant or related to the Act or the State Construction Code. There are five members and one alternate. Members serve two-year terms. A member of the board shall be qualified by experience or training to perform the duties of the board. The board meets as needed.
Identifies structures in the city considered to be a public nuisance; serves written notice of a hearing to the owner or party of interest at the address shown on the tax records; and shows cause why the structure(s) should not be ordered demolished, otherwise made safe, or properly maintained. Must have expertise in housing matters, including, but not limited to: engineer, architect, building contractor, building inspector, or member of a community housing organization.
An advisory body to a development authority and, ultimately, the City Commission, related to updates to the authority's development plan.
Promotes economic activity in the BID along Dickman Road, and provides or contracts for the administration, security, and operation of the district, to include physical improvements and joint marketing.
Advises city staff and the city’s parking administrator on issues related to the city-owned and operated parking system.
Alleviates unemployment conditions, assists in industry retention and promotes the general welfare of Battle Creek.
Formed to protect the public health, safety and welfare, and conserve the natural resources and preserve property values around Goguac Lake.
Reviews plans for exterior modifications or demolition of buildings within the federal, state, or local historic districts.
To increase constructive communication among all people regardless of actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socioeconomic status. To increase constructive communication between community members, public officials, and community organizations, thereby promoting harmonious and productive relationships within the community, and equitable access to community resources for all. Board shall be representative of management and labor, various religions, various races, and others who have an interest in human relations.
Attempts to settle city income tax disputes.
The definition of a development area; the origination of a development plan; and the implementation of a development program
Provides an opportunity to appeal when an application to operate as a vendor within the city limits is denied or a current Vendor’s License becomes subject to suspension or revocation.
To govern the affairs of the I-94 Business Park and Certified Technology Park (SmartZone) established by the City of Battle Creek, pursuant to an Agreement (The Battle Creek Aviation and E-Learning SmartZone Agreement) with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
Determine salaries of elected officials. Shall meet for at least one, and not more than 15, session days in each odd-numbered year. “Session day” is a calendar day on which the commission meets and for which a quorum is present.
Adopts plans for the city. Also considers requests for zoning classifications and special use permits, and makes recommendations to the City Commission on amendments to the planning and zoning code.
Make rules and regulations necessary to properly conduct the business of the police and fire pension system, as directed by law.
Increase the city’s efforts to incorporate environmentally-responsible policies in the management of its facilities and services, including initiatives outlined in the Climate Protection Act Policy, adopted in August 2006, and the 15 percent by ’15 renewable energy policy goal, adopted in March 2007. Will review and recommend environmental/conservation policy for the city, including recommendations for action to the City Commission.
Provides review, input, and recommendations to the city and the City Commission regarding various aspects of the wastewater treatment system and rates.
Helps develop the annual Tree Work Plan, and issue rules and regulations supplementary to the city’s tree ordinance. Establishment meets a Tree City USA criterion.
Advises and assists with creation of materials and plans to educate the community about the dangers of lead in drinking water, assist with development of public awareness campaign materials, advise and consult on the development of appropriate plans for remediation and public education to be implemented if a lead action level is exceeded, advise and consult on efforts to replace private lead service lines, assist in promoting transparency of data and documents related to lead in drinking water, and collaborate with local community groups to ensure those living in the city have the opportunity to be involved in efforts to educate the community about lead in drinking water.
To involve area youth in local government policy development and administrative procedures that will improve the leadership development of the community’s youth.
Considers requests for variances to the requirement of the planning and zoning code. Typical variance requests include yard setback reductions and the size of commercial signage.
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