Commissions and Committees

If you have an interest in serving your community, applying to be a commissioner is a great place to start.  The City of Pittsburg has commissions that assist in recommending policy and help in the decision-making process that govern Pittsburg.

All commissioners must reside in the City of Pittsburg and serve as volunteers without compensation.

Selection Process for all Commissions

Commissioners are appointed by a majority vote of the City Council and serve staggered terms.  Commission recruitment occurs on a as needed basis through the City Clerk’s office. 

Attendance, Unscheduled Vacancy and Resignation

If an unscheduled vacancy occurs on a commission, the City Council either appoints from the pool of applicants on file (the eligibility list) or opens up the position to new applications.

• Community Advisory Commission
• Contra Costa Transportation Authority 
• Historic Resources Commission
• Library Commission
• Measure M Committee
• Planning Commission
• Youth Advisory Commission
• Pittsburg Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District

Local Appointments List (Maddy Act) Available here

Handbook for City Advisory Bodies

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