The City of Edmonds is seeking two (2) residents interested in participating on the Citizens’ Tree Board.

Board members must be Edmonds residents (must live within City limits) and it is recommended that the board include citizens from throughout the city (representing different watersheds and neighborhoods).

Additionally, those with professional or hobbyist interest/experience in urban forestry, horticulture, and habitat enviroscaping are preferred; these may include arborists, botanists, horticulturists, native plant experts, master gardeners, wildlife experts, and related areas of interest.

Board members are appointed for four-year terms. However, one of the vacancies was due to a resignation; that appointment will only serve until December 31, 2014.

When applying, please note that the Tree Board meetings are held the first Thursday of the month.

Interested residents, who live within Edmonds city limits, may access the application online at http://www.edmondswa.gov/government/boards-and-commissions.html.

You may also pick-up an application at 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, 1st floor reception, or by e-mailing counciladmin@edmondswa.gov.

If you would like an application mailed to you, please call the Council Office at 425.771.0248.

If leaving a voicemail message, please remember to include your name, mailing address, and zip code when requesting an application.

Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on December 31, 2012.

Contact: E-mail: spellman@ci.edmonds.wa.us

Phone: 425.771.0248

City Hall: First Floor Reception

121 5th Avenue North

Edmonds, WA

Application forms may be returned as indicated on the form.