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Boards & Commissions

The City of Dallas has 19 boards and commissions comprised of citizen volunteers representing each council district.  Below are Angela’s appointees to each board and commission:

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Automated Red Light Enforcement Commission
The Automated Red Light Enforcement Commission makes recommendations to the City Manager and the City Council relating to the city’s automated red light enforcement program.

District 14 Appointee:
Steve Rosato

Appointed:
March 4, 2009

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Animal Shelter Commission
The Animal Shelter Commission ensures that City of Dallas animal shelters meet certain standards required by Texas state law and serves as a liaison to community groups.

District 14 Appointee: 
Belynda Ortiz

Appointed:
April 21, 2006

 

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Board Of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment hears appeals from zoning decisions by building officials and requests by property owners applying for a zoning variance.

District 14 Appointee: 
Jordan L Schweitzer

Appointed:
December 21, 2005

 

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Cultural Affairs Commission
The Cultural Affairs Commission recommends city funding for arts organizations, coordinates with Dallas arts organizations, and works to ensure that all Dallas citizens and visitors have an opportunity to experience the finest in art and culture.

District 14 Appointee:  VACANT

At-Large Appointee: 
Gail Sachson
 

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Community Development Commission
Advises the City Manager and City Council on the use of Community Development Block Grant and other HUD grant funds to improve the lives of low and moderate income residents.

District 14 Appointee: 
Pam Gerber

Appointed: 
October 13, 2008
 

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City Plan And Zoning Commission
Makes recommendations to the City Council regarding planning and zoning matters, and for administering the platting and recording of subdivisions and additions

District 14 Appointee: 
Dr. Bill Peterson

Appointed: 
2009
 

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Commission On Productivity And Innovation
Advises the City Manager and City Council on specific city services that may be improved through increased productivity, efficiencies, privatization, or other innovations.

District 14 Appointee: 
Tevon Taylor

Appointed: 
August 28, 2008
 

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Dallas Citizens Police Review Board
The Dallas Citizens Police Review Board reviews citizen complaints regarding police behavior and Internal Affairs Divisions investigations.

District 14 Appointee: 
James R. Nowlin

Appointed:
September 15, 2008
 

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Civil Service Board
Hears employee and applicant Regulates city personnel selection methods to ensure fairness and effectiveness in selection of applicants for city employment.

District 14 Appointee: 
Bill Williams

Appointed: 
September 5, 2007
 

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Environmental Health Commission
The Environmental Health Commission provides requested counsel and assistance to the City Council and City Manager on issues relating to environmental health.

District 14 Appointee: 
Cheryl Camin

Appointed:
September 13, 2007
 

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Judicial Nominating Commission
The JNC advises the City Council in matters related to the filling of municipal judge vacancies, the reappointment of current municipal judges, and salary recommendations for municipal judges.

District 14 Appointee: 
Bryan Rutherford (representing the Dallas Bar Association)

Appointed:
September 14, 2007
 

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Landmark Commission
The Landmark Commission encourages the use and adaptive reuse of historic buildings, hears requests for Certificates of Appropriateness, and decides requests for demolition.

District 14 Appointee: 
Paul Ridley

Appointed: 
November 28, 2007
 

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Municipal Library Board
The Municipal Library Board advises the Director of Libraries and the City Council in matters relating to library operations and its services, and serves as a liaison to the library community.

District 14 Appointee: 
Ed Palmer

Appointed: 
September 8, 2007
 

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center Board
Promotes and provides direct health and human services to low-income individuals and families to assist them in becoming economically self-sufficient.

District 14 Appointee: 
VACANT
 

 

 

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Park and Recreation Board
The Park and Recreation Board oversees park funding and infrastructure improvements and serves as a liaison to community park and recreation organizations.

District 14 Appointee: 
Wayne Smith

Appointed: 
October 13, 2005
 

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Permit and License Appeal Board
Hears appeals from the denial, suspension or revocation of a license or permit issued by a city department, including permits for dance halls, late hours operations, and sexually-oriented businesses. 

District 14 Appointee: 
Claire Swann

Appointed: 
April 24, 2008
 

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Senior Affairs Commission
Works to enhance the quality of life of older adults in the City of Dallas by promoting independence, dignity and purpose through education, volunteerism, advocacy, and services.

District 14 Appointee: 
VACANT
 

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South Dallas/Fair Park Development Fund Board
Promotes business development and retention, job retention, housing improvement, community development and community service programs in the South Dallas/Fair Park community.

District 14 Appointee: 
Catherine Horsey (representing non-profit management)

Appointed: 
March 5, 2008
 

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Youth Commission
Makes recommendations to the City Council regarding youth-related programs funded by the City of Dallas and provides a forum for Dallas youth to voice concerns regarding youth-related issues.

District 14 Appointee: 
Savannah Landis

Appointed: 
March 4, 2009