The City of Goleta is currently accepting applications from citizens who are interested in serving on the City’s Parks and Recreation Commission.

The Parks and Recreation Commission discusses the needs, opportunities and current offerings of parks and recreation activities, and advise the City Council on all issues related to parks and recreational opportunities in Goleta.

The Parks and Recreation Commission is composed of seven members and are compensated at the rate of $50 per meeting.  The student commissioner may choose to waive their compensation to receive community service credit.

Two appointments will be made to the Parks and Recreation Commission.  One position is for a student member which is a one year term, the other appointment will be for a general member with the term expiring in February 2017.

Eligible applicants must live in the City of Goleta. The Commission holds six regular meetings and may hold additional meetings as needed.

Applications may be obtained from, and must be returned to Deborah Lopez, City Clerk at dlopez@cityofgoleta.org. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.