AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn City Council is now accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Greenspace Advisory Board.

The Greenspace Advisory Board promotes the beautification of the Auburn community. It advises the Auburn City Council on land acquisition and utilization for greenspace purposes, the maintenance of streams and waterways, the creation of new sidewalks and more. The board also recommends changes to the Greenspace/Greenway Plan and projects that are associated with the plan.

The board consists of seven members who serve four-year terms. City of Auburn employees may not serve on the board. The board meets the third Tuesday of every month at noon at the Harris Center, 425 Perry St.

Those interested in serving are invited to apply online using the link at auburnalabama.org/boards. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. on July 29. The City Council will make an appointment at its Aug. 6 meeting.