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JARED POLIS Governor COLORADO Boards and Commissions JARED POLIS Governor COLORADO Boards and Commissions Terms Expiring by December 31, 2021 STATE OF COLORADO Governor’s Office of Boards and Commissions 121 State Capital Denver, CO 80203-1792 Phone: (303) 866-5232 To my fellow Coloradans: In order to create a Colorado for all, we want to ensure people have the opportunity to make their voices heard - no matter where they live. Boards and commissions are a critically important way for Coloradans to engage in their state government and help improve their communities. We rely on the expertise of people across our state to serve on our more than 300 boards and commissions, and want them to reflect Colorado’s rich, diverse population. Our office is always looking to find people who are interested in helping us create a Colorado where everyone can thrive. The Governor’s Office of Boards and Commissions brings people together from all corners of the state to make government work better for all of us. From the snow-capped peaks of the Western Slope to the rich fields of the Eastern Plains and everywhere in between, more than 2,200 Coloradans, are working tirelessly behind the scenes to tackle the important issues we face, and we’d love for you to join them. To join the team, and serve on one of our boards or commissions, please fill out an application online at www.colorado.gov/governor/boards-commissions. Although each board or commission may have specific requirements for serving, we will make every effort to ensure that all voices are heard. For those who have served or are serving, we sincerely thank you. For those who are willing and interested, please apply. With your help, we know we can make Colorado an even better place to work and live. Kind Regards, Governor Jared Polis GENERAL INFORMATION This book contains information about the Colorado boards and commissions with vacancies occurring before December 31, 2021, listed chronologically. In our ongoing effort to make government more efficient, streamline procedures, and save taxpayer money in printing, paper, and postage, the Governor’s Office of Boards and Commissions has automated the application process for Boards and Commissions. Our secure online application process will allow you to submit your own application, resume, and all other pertinent documents. To apply for any of the boards or commissions: ✔ Fill out the application by going online to www.colorado.gov/governor and clicking on the Boards and Commissions link under Contact Us. ✔ Click on Apply Now to fill out the application and attach a current resume or biography. ✔ Click Submit and Confirm. You will receive an email confirmation shortly after submitting your application. Governor’s Office of Boards and Commissions 121 State Capitol Denver, Colorado 80203 303-866-5232 [email protected] 2 Table of Contents A ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF ....................................................................................... 74 ADAMS STATE UNIVERSITY, BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR .................................................. 106 ADDICTION COUNSELOR EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF ................................................ 105 ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING ............................................. 30 AERONAUTICAL BOARD, COLORADO .................................................................................. 105 AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION, STATE .................................................................................. 18 AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, COLORADO ................................................ 34 AIR QUALITY CONTROL COMMISSION .................................................................................. 13 AIR QUALITY COUNCIL, REGIONAL (RAQC) ........................................................................... 25 ARCHITECTS, PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS, STATE BOARD OF LICENSURES FOR .................................................................................... 45 ARKANSAS RIVER COMPACT ADMINISTRATION ................................................................. 83 ASSESSMENT APPEALS, BOARD OF ...................................................................................... 45 AURARIA HIGHER EDUCATION CENTER, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ....................... 71 B BANKING BOARD, COLORADO ............................................................................................... 46 BEEF COUNCIL AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS, COLORADO ................................... 46 BRAIN INJURY TRUST FUND BOARD, COLORADO TRAUMATIC .......................................... 35 BUSINESS EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING COMMISSION ............................................................ 33 C CAPITOL BUILDING ADVISORY COMMITTEE, STATE ............................................................ 47 CHARTER SCHOOL INSTITUTE BOARD .................................................................................. 47 CHERRY CREEK BASIN WATER QUALITY AUTHORITY ........................................................ 74 CHILD FATALITY PREVENTION REVIEW TEAM, COLORADO STATE ................................... 85 CHILD PROTECTION OMBUDSMAN BOARD ........................................................................... 75 CHILD SUPPORT COMMISSION ............................................................................................... 69 CHILDREN’S TRUST FUND BOARD, COLORADO ................................................................. 101 CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF .................................................................. 30 CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION, COLORADO .............................................................................. 22 COAL MINE BOARD OF EXAMINERS ....................................................................................... 48 3 COLD CASE OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE .................................................................................. 91 COLORADO HEALTHCARE AFFORDABILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY ENTERPRISE (CHASE) .................................................................................................................................................... 29 COLORADO HISTORICAL RECORDS ADVISORY BOARD ..................................................... 86 COLORADO HUMANITIES, BOARD OF DIRECTORS .............................................................. 26 COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY, BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR ........................................... 106 COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM, BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF…………………107 COLORADO TOURISM OFFICE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ....................................................... 31 COMBATIVE SPORTS COMMISSION, COLORADO ................................................................ 34 COMMUNITY COLLEGES AND OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION, STATE BOARD FOR ......... 107 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT ADVISORY BOARD ................................................................ 49 CONSERVATION EASEMENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSION .................................................... 49 COURT SECURITY CASH FUND COMMISSION ...................................................................... 50 CORONERS STANDARDS AND TRAINING BOARD, COLORADO ......................................... 19 CREATIVE INDUSTRIES, COUNCIL ON ................................................................................... 50 CRIMINAL AND JUVENILE JUSTICE, COMMISSION ON…………………………………………35 D DENTAL BOARD, COLORADO .................................................................................................. 10 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COUNCIL ............................................................................ 51 DISABILITY FUNDING COMMITTEE, COLORADO .................................................................. 82 DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICES COMMUNITY BOARDS ..................................................... 99 E EARLY CHILDHOOD LEADERSHIP COMMISSION .................................................................. 52 EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL FACILITIES BOARD OF DIRECTORS, COLORADO ......... 36 EHEALTH COMMISSION ........................................................................................................... 16 ELECTRICAL BOARD, STATE .................................................................................................. 52 ELECTRONIC RECORDING TECHNOLOGY BOARD .............................................................. 53 EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND TRAUMA SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL, STATE (SEMTAC) .................................................................................................................................................... 96 EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP COMMISSION ................................................................................. 33 ENERGY IMPACT ASSISTANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ..................................................... 84 EQUALIZATION, STATE BOARD OF ......................................................................................... 89 4 F FAMILY MEDICINE, COMMISSION ON .................................................................................... 53 FINANCIAL SERVICES BOARD ................................................................................................. 54 FIRE AND POLICE PENSION ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS .................................. 86 FIRE SERVICE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION ADVISORY BOARD ................................... 55 FOOD SYSTEMS ADVISORY COUNCIL, COLORADO ............................................................ 98 FOREST HEALTH ADVISORY COUNCIL .................................................................................
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