Each year, 40 community-minded and passionate individuals serve on the Covington’s commissions. Commissioners provide valuable leadership to the City through their active participation on the Covington Economic Development Council and the Arts, Human Services, Parks and Recreation, and Planning Commissions.

Now is your chance to join this group of concerned and dedicated citizens who play a significant role in city government. Of the city’s five commissions, there will be two openings on the Parks and Recreation Commission for citizens who want to be advocates, proactive participants, and leaders in the growth of Covington’s Parks and Recreation system.

Commission members participate in advisory, advocacy, and planning activities related to parks and recreation. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. and members are also expected to occasionally attend other events such as council meetings and participate in identified volunteer and community events.

Applicants can include youth as well as adults who live in or within three miles of the city. City Council expects to conduct interviews on Tuesday, Jan. 14, prior to the regular city council meeting.

To be included in the upcoming selection process, please complete a City Commission Application available here or at Covington City Hall, 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100, Covington.  Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31, and should be directed to Senior Deputy City Clerk Joan Michaud in person at City Hall, by mail, by fax at 253-480-2401, or by email to jmichaud@covingtonwa.gov.