Citizen Councils - Community and Government Cooperation

Citizen Councils - Community and Government Cooperation Public participation in government decision-making is the foundation of democracy. A great way to be a part of your community is to volunteer and serve on one of the County's boards, commissions, councils, and committees. Except where noted, all boards and committees are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. These pages have been prepared to describe Okaloosa County's boards, commissions, councils and committees and to explain their roles in our County. For your reference the authority, member requirements, meeting information, and liaison departments' contact information have been included. Revised Policy - Adopted Oct. 27, 2023 Board Appointed Advisory and Decision Making Boards, Commissions, Councils and Committees How To Apply: Complete the required forms located below and submit to: [email protected] or by mail to: BCC Citizen Councils 1250 N. Eglin Parkway, Suite 100 Shalimar, FL 32579 Required Forms: - Application form - must be submitted by all applicants - Supplemental Application for AHAC - AHAC applicants must complete both application and supplemental forms - Background Check - must be submitted by first-time applicants - Public Records Exemption Request - please submit with the application if applicable - ReApplication Packet Current Volunteer Opportunities: - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee - Okaloosa County Mechanical Competency Board (Consumer Representative) - Okaloosa County Plumbing Competency Board (Consumer Representative) - Okaloosa County Construction Competency Board (Consumer Representative) - Okaloosa County Electrical Competency Board (Contractor and Consumer Representative) - Okaloosa County Keep Okaloosa Beautiful Advisory Committee (Multiple Vacancies - experience with Education or Environmental sectors desirable but not required)