• By Forsyth County Government
• Posted Monday, August 19, 2024

Forsyth County seeks volunteers for its committees

Forsyth County is currently looking for volunteers to serve on many of its resident committees. Residents interested in serving may apply here: https://coforsythnc.civicweb.net/Portal/BoardApplication/

Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 09, 2024, for possible consideration at the September 19, 2024, Board of Commissioners' meeting.

Below is a list of volunteer boards that are accepting applications:

ADULT CARE HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee is part of an advocacy network to help promote and protect the rights of long term-care residents. Committee members visit facilities, interact with residents, and advocate for quality care in the homes. The committee is also involved in advocacy, public education, and the promotion of community involvement within long term care facilities.

Current Vacancies
6 Open
4 Administrators' Slot

ANIMAL SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD
The Advisory Board makes recommendations on animal control codes, policies and programs related to animals.

Current Vacancies
1 Director of the Forsyth County Health Department or Designee
1 Practicing Veterinarian

COMMISSION ON ENDING HOMELESSNESS
The Commission on Ending Homelessness acts as a governing body for collaborative planning and implementation of strategic initiatives and investments to end homelessness in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. The Commission focuses on regional policy and implementation strategies, affordable housing development, data and gaps analysis, best practice research, social policy and systemic change.

Current Vacancies
1 Community and Economic Development Director
1 Law Enforcement/Public Safety Representative

COMMUNITY APPEARANCE COMMISSION, WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY
The primary goals of the Commission are to advise the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners and the Winston-Salem City Council about appearance-related issues and to positively influence public and private development. Major projects of the Community Appearance Commission (CAC) include the bi-annual Community Appearance Awards program, the annual Community Roots tree planting program, review of County and City-funded public facility construction projects from an appearance perspective, and advocacy of various other ordinances, public initiatives and measures to improve the attractiveness of the community.

Current Vacancies
2 Special Experience or Education in Design

COMMUNITY CHILD PROTECTION TEAM/CHILD FATALITY PREVENTION TEAM
The Community Child Protection Team/Child Fatality Prevention Team promotes the development of a community-wide approach to the problems of child abuse and neglect and seeks ways to protect children from preventable deaths. To accomplish this mission, the team reviews selected cases that are being serviced by child protective services and cases in which a child had died of suspected abuse or neglect. Annual recommendations are presented to the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners regarding any system improvements or needed resources where deficiencies may exist.

Current Vacancies
1 DSS/CPS parent advocate

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE AND PROTECTION BOARD
The goals of the Board are to encourage the wise and beneficial use of the natural environment of Forsyth County, minimize the adverse impact of environmental contaminants on human health and welfare, and foster public awareness of environmental considerations. The Board also issues Annual Special Air Quality and Special Environmental Awards to recognize deserving industrial and institutional sources, as well as the public sector.

Current Vacancies
1 Open

FORSYTH COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
The Forsyth County Health and Human Services (HHS) Board is the policy-making and administrative board for Public Health and Social Services. The HHS Board has the authority to adopt local rules which address health issues and are enforced by the Health and Human Services Director and county staff.

*NOTE: Applications will be reviewed by the Health and Human Services Board at their October 2, 2024 meeting. The Board of Commissioners will consider applicant recommendations from the Health and Human Services Board at their October 03, 2024 meeting.

Current Vacancies
2 Consumer of Human Services
1 Optometrist
1 Pharmacist
1 Professional Engineer

FORSYTH COUNTY HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Forsyth County Home and Community Care Block Grant Advisory Council assures the effective and efficient use of the Home and Community Care Block Grant through education, training, data and statistical review toward the development of a comprehensive and coordinated community-based system of services, opportunities, and protections for adults aged 60+.

Current Vacancies
3 Open

FORSYTH COUNTY JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL
The General Assembly enacted legislation that transferred the Divisions of Youth Services and Juvenile Services to the Office of the Governor. This legislation established the Office of Juvenile Justice and transferred all authority, powers, duties, and functions of the Juvenile Services Division to the Office of Juvenile Justice. It is the responsibility of the Office of Juvenile Justice to coordinate with county Juvenile Crime Prevention Councils for implementation of a continuum of services and programs at the community level to develop comprehensive juvenile delinquency and substance abuse prevention plans.

Current Vacancies
1 District Attorney or Designee

INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES & POLLUTION CONTROL FINANCING AUTHORITY
The Industrial Facilities/Pollution Control Financing Authority aids in the financing of industrial and manufacturing for the purpose of alleviating unemployment or raising below average manufacturing wages by financing facilities that provide job opportunities or provide better wages than those prevalent in the area.

Current Vacancies
3 Open

LIBRARY BOARD
The Forsyth County Public Library Board of Trustees was established in 1965 as an advisory board for the purpose of advising the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners on library matters and assisting the Forsyth County Public Library with policies relating to the provision of library service to the citizens of Forsyth County. The Library Board of Trustees acts as a liaison between the Library, local government and the community.

Current Vacancies
2 Open

NURSING HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE, FORSYTH COUNTY
The Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee is part of an advocacy network to help promote and protect the rights of long term-care residents. The Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee was established by North Carolina General Statute to be a volunteer, grassroots advocate for residents in nursing homes. Committee members visit facilities, interact with residents, and advocate for quality care in the homes. The committee is also involved in issues advocacy, public education, and the promotion of community involvement within long term care facilities.

Current Vacancies
3 Administrators’ Slot
6 Open

PUBLIC ART COMMISSION (CITY/COUNTY)
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Art Commission was established to facilitate the creation of public art in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, and participating Towns and Villages. The Commission is a working organization that employs the skills, talents, and networks of its members to create public art throughout Winston-Salem and Forsyth County.

Current Vacancies
1 Arts Professional

RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE, FORSYTH COUNTY
The Forsyth County Risk Management Advisory Committee is for the benefit of an efficient and economical risk management program for Forsyth County. The Committee offers advice and consultation on various topics related to risk management to the County.

Current Vacancies
1 County Representative
1 County Financial Officer

TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, FORSYTH COUNTY
The Forsyth County Tourism Development Authority furthers the development of travel, tourism, and conventions in the county through state, national, and international advertising and promotion.

Current Vacancies
1 Hotel Owner/Operator, More Than 100 Rooms
1 County Finance Officer

UTILITY COMMISSION
The main goal of the Commission was to oversee the successful merger of the water and sewer systems and to make a unified system which was efficient in operation and costs. Today, that goal has not changed but has continued to focus on serving the needs of the customers, providing public accountability, maintaining sound professional management and to be proactive in planning for future needs.

Current Vacancies
1 Open

ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, FORSYTH
The Forsyth County Zoning Board of Adjustment is governed by the Forsyth County zoning ordinance known as the Unified Development Ordinance(“UDO”) and by state statutes. The Board has three main functions: 1) consideration of applications for special use permits; 2) consideration of applications for variances; and 3) rendering decisions on appeals of interpretations of the UDO and appeals of the decisions of the Historic Resources Commission and County Housing Administrator. The majority of the Special Use Permit applications are to place manufactured homes in residential zoning districts. Variances are requests for exceptions to the zoning ordinance, such as placing a building closer to the street than the required front yard setback.

Current Vacancies
1 Regular Member