Boards and Commissions
Norwalk has formed various Boards and Commissions comprised of volunteers from the community to serve in an advisory capacity to the mayor and city council. Vacancies are created when a member moves permanently from the city or the term ends. The City of Norwalk makes every effort to organize a diversified group of citizens representing gender balance, a variety of ages and interests. If you are interested in volunteering to serve on any Board or Commission, please submit, in writing, your desire to the Mayor at City Hall.
Application to serve on a City Board or Commission
Norwalk Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
(Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.)
The commission is comprised of seven members, created to advise and make recommendations to the city council with reference to the development, furtherance and proper facilitation of parks, playgrounds, community facilities, and recreation within the city. All members shall be bona fide citizens and residents of the city and over the age of eighteen. Appointments to the commission are for three-year terms.
Council Liaison: David Lester
Members:
Term Expires:
Al Lammers
7/1/2017
Nathaniel Tagtow
7/1/2019
Sarah Coburn
7/1/2019
Hank Norem
7/1/2017
Brett Cermak
7/1/2017
Debbie Jorgenson
7/1/2017
Courtney Westvold
7/1/2018
(Meets the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.)
The seven-member board is appointed by the Mayor of Norwalk and approved by the Norwalk City Council.
Council Liaison: Ed Kuhl
Members:
Term Expires:
Dyann Vilez
7/1/2018
Elizabeth Thompson
7/1/2018
Andrea Johnson
7/1/2018
Judy Corcoran
7/1/2019
Steven Clarke
7/1/2020
Tom Dunn, Board President
7/1/2020
Cindy Gavin
7/1/2017
Planning and Zoning Commission
(Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 5:45 p.m.)
This commission consists of seven members who are citizens of the city and who are qualified by knowledge or experience to act in matters pertaining to development of a city plan. The mayor, subject to approval of the council appoints members. Term of office shall be five years. Roles and Responsibilities--Planning Commission
Council Liaison: Stephanie Riva
Members: Term Expires:
Dr. Donna Grant
07/01/2019
Chad Ross, Chair
07/01/2019
Brandon Foldes
07/01/2018
Judy McConnell, Vice Chair
07/01/2018
John Fraser
07/01/2017
Elizabeth Thompson
07/01/2020
Jim Huse
07/01/2020
(Meets on an as needed basis)
The board consists of five members appointed by the council. It has the power and duty to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is an error in any order, requirements, decision, or determination made by the zoning administrator in enforcement of this title.
Council Liaison: Stephanie Riva
Members: Term Expires:
Christin Grant, Chair
07/01/2019
Rachel Parker
07/01/2019
Dennis Cassady
07/01/2017
Brent Hinders, Vice Chair
07/01/2017
Chad Stevens
07/01/2020
The board consists of five members appointed by the council. It has the power and duty to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is an error in any order, requirements, decision, or determination made by the Code Inspector. Appointments to the board are for three years.
Council Liaison: Stephanie Riva
Members: Term Expires:
Anthony Samuelson
7/01/2016
Tim Ballard
7/01/2018
Eric Simon
7/01/2018
Justin Craig
7/01/2017
Scott Hughes
7/01/2016
The City of Norwalk maintains a Public Utility Advisory Committee which acts as the Stormwater Advisory Committee composed of local residents with varying professions and backgrounds. The Committee is intended to provide a community perspective on public utility and stormwater issues and meet monthly to attempt to accomplish goals the group sets forth.
Council Liaison: Jaki Livingston
Members: Term Expires:
Aaron Uhl
7/01/2018
Newton Standridge, Chair
7/01/2016
Dan Merriman
7/01/2016
Tim Kalvig
7/01/2017
Ric Graves
7/01/2017