Boards & Commissions
Park Board
The Park board is a completely independent board which serves like a “board of directors” for our City parks. They guide the general direction of our parks including park regulations, and they direct Parks Superintendant Len Smith
Members:
- Mayor Dennis Bring
- Councilman Steve Kovach
- Service Director Len Smith
- Jim Lewis
- Vacant
- Vacant
Civic Center Advisory Board
The Civic Center Advisory Board advises the Mayor’s Office of how the Joyce Hank’s Community Center should be used, needed repairs and upgrades, and also serve as liaisons with Community Civic Council.
Members:
- Councilman Kerry McCullough – Council Representative
- Joyce Nicola
- Silvia Schmitz
- Shirley Rudik
- Vacant
- Vacant
- Pat Hastings ( recorder)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals is a completely independent board that hears all appeals regarding our zoning code, and may grant variances to deviate from our code. Variances are granted if the board feels that a hardship exists.
Members:
- Diana Jancura (Chair)
- Ken Tatter
- Miles McClelland
- Edward G Rinderknecht
- Vacant
- Councilman Steve Kovach – Council Representative
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission establishes our Civil Service Rules, and creates and maintains eligibility lists for the Police and Fire Departments. On rare occasions, the board may hear appeals of disciplinary actions.
Members:
- Werner Wittman (chair)
- Ralph Huffman
- Vacant
- Lynn Jones (Secretary)
Investment Committee
The investment committee is responsible for directing where the City invests revenues, both short and long term.
Members:
- Mayor Dennis Bring
- Finance Director Tammy Smith
- Treasurer James Woods
- David Wintermyer
- Vacant
Demolition Board
The Demolition Board is responsible for certifying homes and buildings that have been identified by the building inspector as public nuisances to be demolished.
Members:
- Service Director Len Smith
- Marta Nelson Smith (chair)
- Fire Chief Card
- Vacant
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is responsible for the City Master Plan, lot splits, and mandatory referrals when considering a rezoning request.
Members:
- Scott Jancura (Chair)
- Miles McClelland
- Mark J Erdei
- Karl A Guenther II
- Karen Wells
- Councilwoman Debra Belaska – Council Representative
Income Tax Board of Review
The Income Tax Review Board hears appeals from residents who feel that have been incorrectly taxed
Members:
- Councilman Rick Rosso
- Treasurer James Woods
- Barb Holly
