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Whatcom County seeks applicants for advisory board positions

Whatcom County seeks applicants for advisory board positions

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WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Whatcom County is seeking a host of applicants to participate in their advisory boards.

Nearly 120 positions on over 30 advisory boards will be opening up in 2025. Members of the boards and committees will advise the county council on a variety of local topics.

Some topics cover justice issues, food production, flood control and the environment.

The positions hold 2-year, 3-year and 4-year terms on these boards, and the members will be appointed by either the council or the county executive. Applicants must be a Whatcom County resident and hold necessary credentials for certain positions.

Applications are due Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.

A full list of available positions is available at the Whatcom County website.

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