Watertown residents can apply to be on the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. See more details, below.
City Manager George J. Proakis is inviting Watertown residents to apply for membership on the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. Interested applicants should complete and submit a Universal Application.
The Zoning Board of Appeals plays an important role in the implementation of the City’s land use regulations. Under the provisions of the Zoning Code (Title XV, C.155), the Board of Appeals reviews and issues decisions on appeals, variances, and certain special permits, often working in consultation with the Planning Board. Candidates should have a background in law, planning, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, construction, or any related fields.
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee works to promote non-motorized transportation in Watertown. The primary activities of the Committee are advocacy for the interests of bicyclists and pedestrians in road construction projects; sponsorship and organization of special bicycling events; advocacy for improved bicycle parking facilities; promotion of commuting alternatives; and providing relevant materials, both online and printed, for bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists.