Many opportunities exist for Linn County residents to serve the community on boards, commissions or advisory committees. Click here for a current listing of Linn County Boards and Commissions members.

If you wish to be considered for appointment, please click this link and download the PDF document. Print and complete the "Linn County Appointment Resume" form and send to:

Linn County Board of Supervisors
930 First Street, SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

If you would like additional information, please contact the Board of Supervisors at 319-892-5000.

The function and special requirements for appointment to each board, commission or advisory committee are explained on its respective page. Current appointments are also shown on the appropriate page.

FUNCTIONS OF A BOARD, COMMISSION AND ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Linn County Board of Supervisors has certain expectations of members of its boards, commissions and advisory committee. These guidelines should be considered by individuals before seeking appointment.

As a board/commission/advisory committee member, you have a role in guiding your respective organization in the accomplishment of its purpose, goals and objectives.

To accomplish this task, a board/commission/advisory committee should operate with a list of objectives to guide its work each year. This list might be developed at yearly planning sessions. An objective is a brief statement of the results you wish to accomplish by a definite time period. This listing of results gives a sense of direction to the body.

Members shall become familiar with the budget of the respective board/commission/advisory committee under consideration (if applicable) and its relationship to the overall county budget.

Members shall be sensitive to potential conflicts of interest.

Members shall make every attempt to follow the rules of fairness and objectivity in all activities concerning the board/commission or advisory committee.

Members shall adhere to the open meetings law.

Members shall make every effort to attend board/commission or advisory committee meetings (have at least 90 percent attendance at meetings), be punctual, be considerate of everyone’s point of view and be prepared to take an active role in board/commission or advisory committee activities.

Members shall, if eligible for reappointment, notify the Board of Supervisors of continuing interest to serve.