The Commissioner seeks input from six assistants who serve indefinite terms. The nine-member Board assembles on an as needed basis to receive, investigate and grant relief from the City's Building Code in hardship cases. Members may have their primary employment within the City. The Board is comprised of people with experience in engineering, architecture, plumbing, electric and construction. Of the four remaining members, two need no experience in the applicable fields.
Members serve for three years or until a successor is appointed.
Council meetings are televised live on the City's cable channel 6. The five-member Board includes three representatives of the City's 911 agencies, one elected official, and one resident in the local 911 coverage area. Members serve three-year staggered terms. It is the policy of the City to encourage and develop the best possible living conditions for the present and future residents of the City to attain and maintain a stable and well-balanced community. The Commission shall propose policies and programs to the Council as will assist all persons, regardless of age, race, color, creed or income, to have equal opportunity to secure safe and adequate housing within the City.