AUBURN, Ala. - The Auburn City Council is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Public Park and Recreation Board. The term will begin on Dec. 16 and end on Dec. 15, 2032.

The Public Park and Recreation Board serves as a financial channel that plans and develops recreation projects. While the board is not involved with the general management of parks or recreation facilities, it may manage projects as selected and approved by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Please note, this board is separate from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, which provides direction, supervision and promotion of recreation programs in Auburn.

The Public Park and Recreation Board consists of three members who serve six-year terms. To qualify for appointment, applicants must be qualified electors of the City of Auburn, must be a taxpayer in the City of Auburn and must not be an employee of the City of Auburn. The board meets as needed.

Those interested in serving are invited to apply online using the link at auburnal.gov/boards-and-commissions/vacancies. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Nov. 23. The City Council will make an appointment at its Dec. 1 meeting.

To learn more about Auburn's Boards and Commissions, visit auburnal.gov/boards.