Appointed Boards and Commission

The City of Santa Ana encourages residents to become involved in your community.  One way to do so is to serve in an advisory capacity on one of the City’s various boards and commissions. The City accepts applications on an on-going basis and keeps them active for a two-year period.  Below is a summary of the various commissions including duties, compensation and requirements. Interested individuals may apply for appointment by following instructions below.

Requirements

The following apply to most Citizen Advisory Boards with the exception of the Measure X Citizen Oversight Commission and the Youth Commission:  Must be a registered voter and not serve as a treasurer of a political action committee.

Terms of Appointment

Most members serve for a term of four (4) years, with a maximum of three (3) full terms and until their respective successors are appointed and qualified.  The terms run concurrent with the term of the appointing City Council member. The Mayoral representatives serve for two (2) years, up to four (4) consecutive terms.

Application Process

Applications are available  on-line by clicking on the board or commission listed below; at the Clerk of the Council Office, City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza 8th Floor, Santa Ana, CA  92701; or by calling (714) 647-6520 and one will be mailed to you.

• Boards & Commissions Recruitment
• Ordinance NS-2992 - Appointive Boards and Commissions
• Code of Ethics and Conduct required for all members of appointed boards, commissions, and committees
• Roster of Terms to Expire in 2021
• Roster of Current Vacancies and Expired Terms
• Roster of Current Members
• Boards, Commissions and Committees Handbook & Resource Guide

View specific application, additional qualifications, membership and/or vacancy information for the various boards and commissions below: