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2. Thank you for your interest in serving your community. Input from residents is key to the success of any city.

   Appointments are at the sole discretion of the City Council. Typically, applications are evaluated during late summer and appointments are made at Council's regular meeting in September. This schedule may be adapted as needed. Additionally, if there are vacancies, sometimes appointments are made out of cycle.

   Please apply at any time, and the City Secretary's Office will keep your application on file until the next appointment opportunity. Not all fields are required. However, applicants are encouraged to provide complete information. Council reserves the right to remove from consideration any incomplete application.

   Please review all eligibility requirements and ensure that your schedule allows for you to attend your board's regular meetings. Visit cityofkennedale.com/boards to find links to each board, which include information about their regular meeting schedule.

4. 
5. Eligibility Requirements (Charter §8.01)

   Each member of the Boards and Commissions that are advisory to and appointed by the Council shall meet the following qualifications: 

   (1) Be a registered voter of the City;
   (2) shall have resided in the City for one year, and
   (3) continue residency in the City during the term of office.

   Additional requirements for City Council Seats can be found in the Home Rule Charter.  Please read prior to selecting this option. 

7. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
9. How long have you been a resident of the City of Kennedale?
   -- Select One --1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years6 years7 years8 years9 years10+ years15+ years20+ yearsNot a resident, but only applying for KKB.Not a resident, but do own property and/or a business within Kennedale and only applying for an advisory seat on EDC.

   Must have 1+ year of residency for all board seats unless otherwise stated above.

10. Are you a registered voter in the City of Kennedale?

    1. Yes
    2. No

    Must be a registered voter in the City of Kennedale.

14. PERSONAL INFORMATION
16. First Name*
17. Last Name*
19. Preferred Name or Nickname, if any
20. Age (optional)
22. Home Address*
24. City*
    Applicants must live in Kennedale
25. State*
26. ZIP Code*
28. Mailing Address (if different)
30. City
31. State
32. ZIP Code
34. Primary Phone #*
35. Alternate Phone #
37. Email*
    The majority of communication is conducted via email.
38. Alternate Contact
42. Please choose the board(s) on which you'd like to serve.*

    1. City Council Seat - Read Home Rule Charter for eligibility
    2. Board of Adjustment/Building Board of Appeals (BOA/BBA)
    3. Economic Development Corporation (EDC)
    4. Economic Development Corporation (EDC) - Advisory Member (non-resident who owns property and/or a business within Kenendale). NOTE: Proof of ownership will be requested.)
    5. Keep Kennedale Beautiful Commission (KKB)
    6. Library Advisory Board (LAB)
    7. Parks and Recreation Board
    8. Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z)
    9. TownCenter Development District (TDD) Board
    10. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Board
    11. Utility and Infrastructure Board (UIB)
43. I am applying as a(n):*

    1. Incumbent (I wish to continue serving on my current board.)
    2. New Member (I do not currently serve on a board, or would like to be considered for a different board.)
44. Years of service on City of Kennedale Boards and/or Commissions:
46. KKB is a working board. Type your name below to indicate that you are aware of what is expected of members.*

    KKB engages residents and businesses to take greater responsibility for improving the community’s appearance and environment; and develop beautification events, programming, and outreach. The membership of KKB also serves as the Tree Advisory Board and the Tree City. The KKB is an affiliate of Keep Texas Beautiful and has criteria to remain in good standing, including:

    • Attendance at all meetings, if possible
    • In-person and virtual training sessions
    • Volunteer hours at events and workdays
    • Weekly TownCenter flowerbed maintenance including digging, planting, watering, and spreading mulch
    • Twice yearly litter pick-up around the City
    • Community education about litter control and Adopt-a-Spot
    • Annual Arbor Day tree planting
    • Help host "Bring It!" — a citywide household hazardous waste recycling event
48. Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the following documents:
50. Comprehensive Land Use Plan
    Download
51. Strategic Plan
    Download
52. Board Member Handbook
    Download
56. Please select your level of education

    1. High School
    2. Associate Degree
    3. Trade/Professional School Certification
    4. Bachelor's Degree
    5. Master's Degree or higher
58. College or University Attended
60. Field of Study and Degree Received
61. Graduation Year
63. Additional College or University, if any
65. Field of Study & Degree Received
66. Graduation Year
70. Current Employer/Company Name
72. Position/Title
74. Field/Type of Work
78. Provide a Brief Biography

    Please list current and past memberships and/or leadership positions held in any volunteer, community service, or civic organizations.

80. Add any additional comments that you feel may assist City Council in a selection.
82. Please attach your resume.

    Required for City Council Appointments. Not required for Advisory Boards, but recommended.

83. Please attach proof of property/business ownership within the City of Kennedale.

    Will be required. If not uploaded here, staff will reach out to request proof of ownership before your application can be presented for consideration by the City Council.

85. DIGITAL SIGNATURE*

    By typing my name in the box above, I verify that all information provided on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

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89. 1. Receive an email copy of this form.
90. Email address

    This field is not part of the form submission.

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