Nearly 70 volunteer positions are currently available on Hawaii County boards and commissions.
The boards and commissions are integral parts of the communities allowing citizens to provide thoughts and insights in relevant matters, the county says. Interested individuals can apply through this link.
“Volunteers who serve on our county of Hawaii boards and commissions are community-oriented and community-minded,” the county said on its website. “These are our local leaders and knowledgeable resources who add value to our county. These value-added volunteers give of their time to serve in these important roles each year. Mahalo to all members of the past and present who choose to take on this Kuleana to ensure our Hawaii Island residents thrive and succeed.”
To date there are 69 vacancies within the 41 boards and commissions seats. The Agriculture Advisory Commission currently has the highest number with 13 vacancies, followed by Kaʻū Community Development Plan Action Committee that is seeking nine volunteers.
The Kailua Village Design Commission and North Kohala Community Development Plan Action Committee each need seven volunteers, while six are sought by the Kona Community Development Plan Action Committee and five for the Veterans Advisory Committee. The Salary Commission and the South Kohala Community Development Plan Action Committee need four each.
Three volunteers apiece are needed by the Puna Community Development Plan Action Committee and Transportation Commission. The Leeward Planning Commission seeks two volunteers, and one each is needed for the Banyan Drive Redevelopment, Cultural Resources Commission, Game Management Advisory Commission, Hāmākua Community Development Plan Action Committee, Pension Board and Tax Board of Review.
All of the boards and commissions’ schedule of activities can be viewed through the online calendar. Residents interested in getting news and updates can subscribe to receive automatic notifications via email by providing their pertinent details in the notification registration page.