In response to a vacancy on the ZBA, the Town Council is considering options to appoint a new full or associate member to the ZBA. The Town Council is especially seeking individuals of diverse backgrounds, including those who have no prior municipal government experience.
For more information on the ZBA, including the differing roles of full and associate members, read an information handout on the ZBA at https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/48673/ZBA-Handout-from-Outreach-Communications-and-Appointments-Committee
If you are interested in volunteering to serve, please fill out a Community Activity Form at: www.amherstma.gov/caf
If you have questions, please reach out to Evan Ross, Chair of the Town Council Committee on Outreach, Communications, and Appointments Chair, at rosse@amherstma.gov or our Town Community Participation Officers at getinvolved@amherstma.gov.
Town Council appointment of ZBA members in accordance with Charter Section 2.9(c). This notice fulfills the Town bulletin board requirement Charter Section 9.12(e).
The references cited above are from the Amherst Home Rule Charter, https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/41987/Amherst-Home-Rule-Charter?bidId=