Dakota County Accepting Citizen Advisory Committee Applications

Joining a Dakota County Citizen Advisory Committee is an excellent way to get involved in local government.

The deadline for applications is June 22.

Committees ensure that local government gets ideas from residents. Committee members often have a special interest or expertise that gives them a unique perspective. Opportunities are available in a variety of areas from parks to community corrections. The Dakota County Board of Commissioners invites folks to make a difference by getting involved in one of the County’s advisory committees.

The Dakota - Scott Workforce Investment Board oversees the activities of the Workforce Centers in Dakota and Scott County. In partnership with the Dakota County Board, the Workforce Investment Board determines methods and delivery systems to assure the best possible mix of programs and services for eligible Dakota and Scott County citizens.  The Board meets monthly on the third Friday in West St. Paul.

The Extension Committee, in partnership with the University of Minnesota, assists in approving programs, establishing the budget, and evaluating staff to enhance Extension programs. The committee meets bi-monthly in Farmington.

The Human Services Advisory Committee studies and discusses topics relating to the human service areas that Minnesota counties are responsible for including social services, public health, and income maintenance. The Committee meets monthly in West St. Paul.

The Public Art Citizen Advisory Committee recommends art projects for county buildings to the County Board. The committee meets monthly in Apple Valley.

The Special Board of Appeal and Equalization hears appeals from property owners regarding property valuation or classification of properties. One member must be a real estate appraiser, or be familiar with county property valuation. The board meets in Apple Valley annually in June.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment evaluates and makes decisions on variance requests and appeals pertaining to the shoreland and floodplain management regulations in township areas; its decisions are the final administrative decision by the County. The Board meets as needed in Apple Valley.

Please see the Dakota County website for detailed information about these various committees, commissioner district information and specific openings and qualifications.

Incumbents may be eligible for reappointment.

Citizen advisory committee applications are retained for one year. 

Prior applicants need not submit a new application, but should contact the County Administration Department if interested in a specific appointment. Dakota County residents interested in serving on a committee can call County Administration at 651-438-4418 for an application. The application deadline is June 22.