CUSTOMERS | EMPLOYEES | CAREERS | LEGAL NOTICES | BLOG | PUBLIC MEETINGS | COCIGIS | FAQ | CONTACT GOVERNMENT APPOINTED OFFICIALS BACK TO GOVERNMENT Select a Government service Select a Government service How do I contact Auburn’s city officials? How do I contact members of Auburn’s boards and commissions? How do I contact a member of the Common Council? How do I find out who is on Auburn’s boards and commissions? How do I find a list of public meetings? How do I find city ordinances? Auburn’s Boards & Commissions The Mayor appoints officials to a handful of city boards and commissions to provide strategic direction in several areas that are important to Auburn’s long-term vitality as a progressive community. Board of Public Works and Safety The Board of Public Works and Safety is responsible for the public safety and control of the public rights-of-way. This includes digging requests, cable, street and alley closures, street solicitations and requests for street signs. It is the contracting arm of the executive branch and includes all purchasing for the public works, all street projects, gasoline and vehicles. MEMBERS Michael Ley, Mayor Danny D. McAfee Herb Horrom STAFF Erik Weber, Attorney Patricia M. Miller, Clerk-Treasurer PUBLIC MEETINGS Second and Fourth Thursday of the Month 9 a.m. Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers 206 East Ninth Street Parks & Recreation Board The Parks & Recreation Board oversees the policies and financial workings of Auburn Parks & Recreation. Board members are appointed by the Mayor to serve a four-year term. By state statute, no one political party may hold more than half of the seats on the board. MEMBERS Tadd Boman, President Lou Metelko, Vice President Mike Makarewich, Member Logan Zuber, Member STAFF Eric Ditmars, Superintendent Erin Ray, Program Director Sarah Umbdenstock, Recreation Coordinator Crystal Berhalter, Administrative Assistant PUBLIC MEETINGS Fourth Tuesday of the Month 6 p.m. Rieke Park Lodge 1600 N. Indiana Avenue Board of Zoning Appeals The Board of Zoning Appeals hears appeals from individuals requesting exceptions or variation for city ordinances in regard to land use and building requirements, or from individuals questioning the appropriateness of orders made by city officials. Each appeal is heard and decided on its own merit. MEMBERS Peter Kempf, Chairman Mary Hohler, Vice Chairman Dave Schlemmer, Secretary Don Myers, Member Thomas Smith, Extra Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Member STAFF W. Erik Weber, City Attorney Eugene Bosworth, Assistant City Attorney Amy Schweitzer, Administrator Jennifer Barclay, City Planner Amber Bassett, Zoning Administrator Alexis Busselberg, Zoning Administrator PUBLIC MEETINGS Fourth Tuesday of the Month 6 p.m. Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers 206 East Ninth Street Rules and Procedures Plan Commission The Plan Commission is responsible for all comprehensive planning to manage the growth and development of Auburn. They oversee the following types of plans: Development Plans Parking Lot Plans Primary Plats Secondary Plats Plat Amendments Replats Plat Vacations Zoning Map Amendments Annexations MEMBERS Don Myers, President and Liaison to DeKalb County Plan Commission Mark Benbow, Vice President Troy Ackerman, Secretary Brett Carmer, Member Jamie Canino, Member Tammy Fink, Member James Finchum, City Common Council Member Mike Makarewich, Park Board Member Christopher Lamm, Extra Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Member Thomas Smith, Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction Member Mike Watson, Liaison from DeKalb County Plan Commission Daryl McConnell, Civil City Engineer STAFF W. Erik Weber, City Attorney Eugene Bosworth, Assistant City Attorney Amy Schweitzer, Administrator Jennifer Barclay, City Planner Amber Bassett, Zoning Administrator Alexis Busselberg, Zoning Administrator PUBLIC MEETINGS Second Tuesday of the Month 6 p.m. Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers 206 East Ninth Street Rules and Procedures Development Commission The Development Commission is responsible for creating or retaining opportunities for gainful employment; providing reliable water services; and preventing and reducing pollution. MEMBERS Mike Watson, President Richard Ring, Vice President Hannah Foley, Secretary PUBLIC MEETINGS Scheduled as needed Redevelopment Commission The Redevelopment Commission is responsible for creating economic opportunities and improving the overall quality of life for people who live and work in our community. MEMBERS Terry Rayle, President Rudi Eidam, Vice President Larry Cooney, Secretary Penny Silberg Shelley Smaltz Greg Lantz PUBLIC MEETINGS First Tuesday of the Month 12 p.m. Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers 206 East Ninth Street Tree Commission The Tree Commission’s function is to oversee the trees in the city, ensuring their health and preventing their structure from becoming a public nuisance or hazard. Additionally, the commission advises the city government on the types of trees and the areas in which the trees need to be planted. The Tree Commission is comprised of representatives from the Street Department and Auburn Parks & Recreation, as well as five citizens appointed by the Mayor. MEMBERS Troy Ackerman, President Erick Nickerson, Vice President Peter Hathaway, Secretary Eric Ditmars, Member Bill Ward, Member Mike Bennett, Member Jennifer Hathaway, Member PUBLIC MEETINGS Fourth Thursday of the Month 6 p.m. Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers 206 East Ninth Street Port Authority The Port Authority is responsible for maintaining and improving local rail transit. 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