Nov. 4, 2022;
updated: Nov. 29, 2022
City of Renton Contacts
Linda Moschetti-Newing, Equity Housing, & Human Services, 425-430-7394
Dave Neubert, Communications Manager, 425-757-0308 (cell)
Equity Commission seeks applicants to fill youth vacancy
Applicants must be between 18-25 years of age at time of appointment
RENTON, WA - The city of Renton’s Equity Commission is accepting applications for a vacant youth position. The youth representative must be between 18-25 at the time of appointment.
Serving on the commission is an excellent opportunity to learn about equity and inclusion, local government, and the benefits of volunteerism. In addition, the commission needs the perspective of a youth member regarding the importance, need, and impact of providing access to equitable services and processes for children and young adults.
Youth members are eligible for community service hours.
The Renton Equity Commission comprises nine members, including this youth position. Members must live within the Renton city limits.
Members represent the city's diverse nature, including but not limited to ethnicity, race, age, gender, faith, gender identity and expression, and profession.
Commission members assist city staff in updating current practices, policies, and procedures based on their impact on equity and the community.
Commission recommendations will provide specific actions to resolve identified inequities. In addition, commission members will often analyze local and regional socio-economic data to discuss impacts and make recommendations on how the city can better meet the needs of our community.
The mayor appoints members to three-year terms or until the current term to which they are appointed expires.
The Renton Equity Commission meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. Meetings are in person, but commissioners may attend remotely if needed.
Applications are on the city's website. All applications are due by 5 p.m., Friday, Jan. 20, 2023. The first review of applicants will take place on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023.
City of Renton Contacts
Guy Williams, Human Services Manager, 425-430-6652
Dave Neubert, Communications Manager, 425-757-0308 (cell)
Human Services Committee seeks applicants to fill youth vacancy
Applicants must be under 21 years of age at time of appointment
RENTON, WA - The city of Renton’s Human Services Advisory Committee (HSAC) is accepting applications for a vacant youth position. The youth representative must be under 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
Serving on the committee is an excellent opportunity to learn about and influence human services and local government, in addition to experiencing the value of volunteering. The committee needs the perspective of a youth member regarding the importance, needs, and impacts of providing access to quality human services for children and young adults.
Youth members are eligible for community service hours.
HSAC assists city staff in developing policies that impact Renton residents. In addition, the mayor, Renton City Council, and staff consider the committee's evaluations and recommendations when allocating funding to programs and projects to meet the needs of our community.
The Renton Human Services Committee comprises 11 members, including this youth position. Members must live within the Renton city limits.
The membership is composed of individuals representing the city's diverse nature, including geography, gender, age, and ethnicity. The mayor appoints members to three-year terms or until the current term to which they are appointed expires.
The Human Services Advisory Committee meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 3 p.m. Meetings are hybrid and may be attended in person or remotely.
Applications are on the city's website. All applications are due by 5 p.m., Friday, Jan. 20, 2023. The first review of applicants will take place on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023.
Human Services Committee seeks to fill three vacancies
Committee helps develop policies to support residents and the community
RENTON, WA – The City of Renton's Human Services Advisory Committee (HSAC) is accepting applications for three vacant positions.
Committee members assist staff in developing policies designed to support Renton residents and the community. The mayor, Renton City Council, and staff review its recommendations before making funding decisions on programs and projects.
The committee comprises 11 members who must live within the Renton city limits. The membership includes one youth member, who must be under 21. That position is also open. The individuals on the committee represent the city's diverse nature, including geography, gender, age, and ethnicity. The mayor appoints members to three-year terms or to fill the remainder of an existing term.
The Human Services Advisory Committee meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 3 p.m. Meetings are hybrid and may be attended in person or remotely.
Applications are on the city's website. All applications are due by 5 p.m., Friday, Jan. 20, 2023. The first review of applicants will take place on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023.
The City of Renton
The City of Renton, Washington, with a population of 107,500 (2022), is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington, just south of Seattle. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace, and favorable business climate have attracted nationally recognized companies wishing to provide employees and their families with an outstanding quality of life. Renton is the home of Boeing, PACCAR, IKEA, Super Bowl Champion (2014) Seattle Seahawks, two-time (2016 & 2019) MLS champion and CONCACAF Champion (2022) Seattle Sounders FC (in 2024), and the eternal resting place of rock icon Jimi HendrixMore information can be found on our website, news releases, or Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor pages.
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