Two minute-impact
The application deadline was set for Aug. 15; however, Mayor Lyle Nelson said during the Sept. 17 Bastrop City Council meeting, that not enough applications were received to move forward with the process.
"I am imploring, begging, asking," Nelson said. "I have 26 applications to fill 43 positions. My high school math says that doesn't compute quite that well."
A new deadline has not been set.
Zooming in
Vacancies include but are not limited to:
- Bridging Bastrop Board
- Hunter's Crossing Local Government Corporation Board
- Historic Landmark Commission
- Parks and Recreation Board/Public Tree Advisory Board
- Planning and Zoning Commission/Impact Fee Advisory Committee
- Zoning Board of Adjustments
Those interested can fill out an application online at the city's website.
Applicants can select up to three boards and commissions, in order of preference.
Questions on the application include why they are interested, what relevant experience, knowledge or education they have, and what they will bring to the table.
Terms are for three years, except for the following, which are two-year terms:
- Construction Standards Board of Adjustments and Appeals
- Zoning Board of Adjustments
- Main Street Advisory Board
"Please apply ... We will certainly consider you and hopefully engage you in these citizen advisory groups," Nelson said. "It means so much to what we do here in the city.
