Residents Invited to Apply for Spots on City Commissions

The City of Redlands currently has openings on three City commissions. The deadline for filing applications to any of the three commissions is March 24. Commissioners are appointed by the City Council. Except where noted, commission meetings are held in the Redlands City Council Chambers, 35 Cajon St. Those interested in applying for the non-salaried positions may request application forms from the City Manager's Office, City Hall, 35 Cajon St., Suite 200, Redlands, CA or by phone at 909-798-7510, or on-line at www.cityofredlands.org HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION The Human Relations Commission was established to foster peaceful relations among those of different races and national origins. This commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council and to aid the City in achieving better human relations by providing assistance to residents or groups throughout the community. The Human Relations Commission meets on the third Monday of odd-numbered months at 5:30 p.m. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission recommends to the City Council policies for the acquisition, development, maintenance and improvement of parks, public trails and open space areas, and for the planting, care and removal of landscaping and amenities in all parks, public trails and open space areas. In addition, this commission’s duties relating to recreation include; using the Commissioners' skills, knowledge and experience to assist and advise the City Recreation Division staff; keeping the public informed about the city's recreation program; serving as a forum for the promotion of activities for the Recreation Division and the City’s community center; and serving as a forum for resident's suggestions, reactions, opinions, interests and needs regarding the City’s Recreation Division and its programs. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meets bi-monthly on the second Thursday of odd-numbered months at 4 p.m. CITRUS PRESERVATION COMMISSION The Citrus Preservation Commission acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council in all matters pertaining to the acquisition, improvement, preservation and retention of citrus properties within the City. The Citrus Preservation Commission meets every month on the second Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Municipal Utilities Department, 35 Cajon St., Suite 15A. Residents of Redlands and surrounding cities are encouraged to apply.