To protect against abuse of this code, a Housing Code Board of Appeals was created. This board is made of five residents to hear appeals from any property owner who thinks this code is being unfairly applied. Terms are three years without compensation. The Human Relations Commission, made up of three citizens, is appointed by Vandalia City Council to foster the elimination of prejudice, and carry out the provisions of the city ordinance which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, or place of birth, in employment, housing, public accommodations and other areas of intergroup relations. The Commission may be contacted through the City Manager.
Members serve three-year terms without compensation.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is responsible for making recommendations to Council for the planning of recreational facilities and programs, registrations for their use and supervision and equipment. Five members are appointed by Council and two members are appointed by the Board of Education. Members serve without compensation for four years. The Planning Commission provides for planning and regulations covering the platting of all lands which are subject to the control of the municipality. It is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the official City zoning map and Comprehensive Plan and may initiate or hear requests for changes in these documents.