The City of Idaho Springs is calling on community members to actively participate in local governance by joining several key boards and commissions. This initiative aims to involve residents in decision-making processes that directly impact the city’s development and preservation efforts.
Opportunities for Involvement
Currently, there are openings on the following boards:
- Planning Commission: This commission is responsible for preparing and revising the City’s Comprehensive Plan, reviewing development-related applications, and overseeing the parking fee-in-lieu program. There is one open seat for an alternate member.
- Variance Board: This board decides on requests for variances to the Zoning Code and hears appeals related to staff interpretations of adopted codes. There are two open seats for regular members and two for alternate members.
- Historic Preservation Review Commission (HPRC): The HPRC evaluates requests to conduct work on historic structures to ensure proposed changes are historically appropriate. There is one open seat for an alternate member.
Eligibility and Application Process
Eligibility requirements vary by board:
- Planning Commission: Applicants must be residents of Idaho Springs.
- Variance Board: Open to city residents or individuals with expertise in building, planning, construction, design, architecture, or related fields.
- HPRC: Residency in Idaho Springs is not required; however, applicants should have knowledge in history or architecture.
Interested individuals are encouraged to submit a letter of interest to Deputy City Clerk Wonder Martell at City Hall, located at 1711 Miner St., PO BOX 907, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, or via email at cityclerk@idahospringsco.com. For questions regarding the boards, please contact the Community Development Planner at (303) 567-4421, option #4.
Engaging in these boards and commissions offers residents a meaningful way to contribute to the city’s growth and preservation, ensuring that Idaho Springs continues to thrive as a vibrant and historic community.