Arroyo Grande, CA · San Luis Obispo County
List of Citizens to Serve
Arroyo Grande residents and some people in adjacent communities use this application to seek appointment to a city board, committee, or commission.
What this form is
This application lets residents express interest in serving on an Arroyo Grande board, committee, or commission, and the City Council reviews applications when considering candidates for appointments. Applicants select the groups they wish to join and provide contact, residency, occupation, education, community involvement, qualifications, goals, references, and availability information. Applications remain active and on file for one year.
Who needs it
People interested in appointment to an Arroyo Grande board, committee, or commission should complete this application and provide the requested information.
How to submit it
Return the completed application to the City Clerk’s Office, 300 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; applicants appointed by the City Council are required to take an Oath of Office.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the List of Citizens to Serve application.
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Complete The Application
Select the board, committee, or commission you are interested in and complete the requested fields, including the reverse side.
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Gather Your References
List three Arroyo Grande references and obtain their permission before including them.
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Sign And Submit
Sign and date the application, then return it to the City Clerk’s Office at 300 East Branch Street.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply to serve on an Arroyo Grande board or commission?
- Appointments are generally limited to Arroyo Grande residents, though some may be open to residents of adjacent communities. The application lists the boards, committees, and commissions available for selection.
- What information does the List of Citizens to Serve application ask for?
- It asks for contact and background information, education and community involvement, qualifications, board or committee goals, three Arroyo Grande references, and whether you can commit the necessary time.
- Do I need a notary for the List of Citizens to Serve application?
- No. Sign and date the application without a notary. Applicants appointed by the City Council are required to take an Oath of Office.
- How do I submit the List of Citizens to Serve application?
- Return the completed application to the City Clerk’s Office at 300 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.
Need something notarized?
This List of Citizens to Serve doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Arroyo Grande form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.