They are appointed for four year terms. The EDA Board consists of seven members who serve a term of five years. Members are appointed by the Mayor. The Human Services Commission aids and advises the Council in the promotion of equal opportunity in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services, education and other affairs that affect the social well being of the citizens of the City of Columbia Heights. The Commission is composed of nine members who are residents of the City and at least 18 years of age.
Members serve three year terms.
The Library Board supervises and controls policy, programs, use and physical plant of the City's library, including all land and equipment associated therewith and the setting of levels of service and staffing. The Library Board consists of five residents appointed by the Council for terms of three years. The Merit Commission investigates the discharge and suspension of non-union city employees. Public hearings are held when requested in writing by a suspended or discharged permanent employee. This commission is composed of five members from among the residents of the City.