Boards, Commissions, Committees

  1. Town Council

    Become familiar with those who serve on the Town Council. Also, access agendas and minutes from Town Council meetings.

  2. Appointments Subcommittee (Council)

    This subcommittee consists of (3) three Councilmembers appointed by the Town Council to recommend candidates for appointment to Town public bodies.

  3. Board of Adjustment

    This quasi-judicial board consists of (5) five citizens appointed by the Town Council to hear and decide appeals from decisions of the Zoning Administrator, as well as grant variances.

  4. Economic Development Subcommittee (Council)

    This subcommittee consists of (3) three members appointed by Town Council to help the Town create a sustainable economy.

  5. Finance Subcommittee (Council)

    This subcommittee consists of (3) three Councilmembers appointed by the Town Council to review and advise Council on Town finance and budget matters.

  6. Industrial Development Authority

    This non-profit corporation consists of (5) five citizens appointed by the Town Council that issues revenue bonds to finance projects defined under the Industrial Development Financing Act.

  7. Municipal Property Corporation

    This is a non-profit corporation consisting of (5) five citizens appointed by the Town Council to assist the Town in financing the acquisition of real and personal property by lease or purchase; and financing improvements, furnishings, and equipment for any real or personal property.

  8. Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

    This board consists of (7) seven members appointed by Town Council to review and advise the Town Council on parks and recreation facility needs, conditions, and program concerns.

  9. Planning & Zoning Commission

    This commission consists of (7) seven citizens appointed by the Town Council to make recommendations to the Council regarding planning, zoning, and other land use matters.

  10. Public Safety Retirement Board

    This board consists of (5) five members, (2) two from the public, (2) two from law enforcement and (1) one Councilmember appointed by Council to focus on public safety during retirement.

  11. Public Safety Subcommittee (Council)

    This subcommittee consists of (3) three Councilmembers appointed by the Town Council to review and advise the Council on public safety and traffic control matters.

  12. Recreation Committee (Mayor's Ad Hoc)

    This committee consists of 5-7 members appointed by the Mayor to develop a plan and procedure for the recreational opportunities and planning at Old Home Manor.

  13. Roads & Streets Committee

    This committee consists of (7) seven members appointed by Town Council to advise the Council on road and street improvements, maintenance, and funding matters.

  14. Senior Center Advisory Board

    This board consists of (7) seven citizens appointed by the Town Council to review and advise Council on Senior Center policy, budget matters, programs and services. This Board has several designated “committees” each of which consists of only one Board member these are not considered public bodies for Open Meeting Law purposes.

  15. Water & Utilities Subcommittee (Council)

    This subcommittee consists of (3) three members appointed by Town Council to review and make recommendations to Council regarding water and utility franchises and resources.

  16. Miscellaneous Town Public Meetings

    For miscellaneous public meetings that do not fit in any other category.

  17. Upper Verde River Watershed Protection Coalition

    See the purpose and goals of this coalition online.

Current or Upcoming Vacancies


  • Board of Adjustment
  • Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
  • Roads & Streets Committee
  • Senior Center Advisory Board
  • Industrial Development Authority
  • Municipal Property Corporation
Share your talents, expertise, and enthusiasm with your community by volunteering to serve on a Council-appointed commission, board, or committee!

View the listing to the left for public body descriptions, meetings, and member information to see where you best fit in!

Click on the link below for Public Body Appointment Application. Application must include brief resume or summary describing relevant experience. Applications are accepted year-round. General recruitments occur in mid fall for Planning & Zoning Commission and in late spring for all others.

Submit application or direct questions to:
Town of Chino Valley
Attention: Town Clerk's Office
202 N. State Route 89
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
Phone (928) 636-2646, ext. 1052
Fax (928) 636-2144
clerks@chinoaz.net

Application For Public Body Appointment

For those applying for the first time.

Application For Public Body Re-Appointment
For those desiring to continue serving on a public body.

Open Meeting Law Disclaimer Statement
Physical and electronic locations where meeting notices and agendas are posted.

Arizona Agency Handbook, Chapter 7 “Open Meetings”
Open Meeting Law material for elected and appointed officials and interested parties.
 
Open Meeting Law Training video - January 17, 2017
Training Slides
Training Handout