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Citizen Boards & Commissions

COMMITTEE DESCRIPTION
Board of Adjustment Hears and decides appeals for interpretations, special exceptions, and variances to the terms of the zoning ordinance, as well as permits.
Planning and Zoning Recommends changes in development codes and zoning ordinances to City Council.  Makes studies and recommendations with regards to proposed annexations.
Has final authority over all plats submitted to the City.
Northside Board Guides and provides feedback and assistance to the Northside Education Center concerning maintenance and operations of the Center.
Building Standards Commission The Building Standards Commission will advise the City Council on policies and matters concerning plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building codes and permitting of the City of El Campo.
Housing Authority Board Guides the Housing Authority by setting policy and providing leadership and oversight that enables the Housing Authority to reach its goals and advance its mission of providing quality, affordable housing options.
Charter Review Commission Advises Council on any additions, edits or revisions to the City's Charter.
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Board The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Board will advise the City Council on activities and policies concerning parks, recreation, the El Campo Civic Center and the City of El Campo Aquatic Center.
City Development Corporation Aids in the economic development of the City. Provides guidance and feedback to the Council regarding use of 4A sales tax.
Keep El Campo Beautiful The Keep El Campo Beautiful Board is an advisory board to staff and City Council with the  goals and purposes of the Keep El Campo Beautiful program and shall participate with Keep Texas Beautiful, Inc. "To promote public interest in creating a cleaner, more beautiful El Campo through volunteerism and education."

CITY BOARD AND COMMISSION MEETING RULES

I. MEETINGS

MEETINGS will be held as set by individual Committees and Boards. Such will be held at City Hall in the Council Chambers commencing at the designated time. 

II. ABSENCE FROM MEETINGS

The voluntary absence of a board or commission member from three consecutive meetings or absences constituting 50% of the meetings for boards or commissions that have more than one meeting called or scheduled over a twelve-month period of the board or commission will result in automatic resignation of the member from the board or commission.