FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 5, 2020

 

MEDIA CONTACT

Charleen Jacobs, Staff Liaison, cjacobs@cityoftacoma.org, (253) 502-8205

 

Public Utility Board Applications Due May 26

The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill one position on the Public Utility Board. Please note the City’s primary concern is the health and safety of its residents. Although the City is accepting applications now, interviews will be held on a future date to be determined.

The Public Utility Board is comprised of five members who are nominated by the Government Performance and Finance Committee and appointed by a majority vote of the City Council. The membership term is five years. 

The Public Utility Board acts as the governing body for Tacoma Public Utilities and oversees the management and operation of Tacoma Public Utilities, which includes Tacoma Power, Tacoma Water, and Tacoma Rail.

Additional information on the Board is available on their website or through Charleen Jacobs, staff liaison, at cjacobs@cityoftacoma.org or (253) 502-8205.

The City Clerk’s Office will accept applications, resumes, cover letters, and letters of recommendation through Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Application details are available at cityoftacoma.org/cbcapplication or through Jessica Jenkins at servetacoma@cityoftacoma.org or (253) 591-5167. 

 

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