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Purpose

Advises the City on parking policy and program implementation within the downtown commercial zone.

Membership

Seven members appointed by the Mayor and subject to confirmation by the City Council.

Term & Residency Requirements

Four- year terms. Members must reside or own property within the City, or are officers in a business within the downtown commercial zone.

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Purpose

Review proposed changes to the lodging tax rate, tax exemptions, and use of the tax. Tax proceeds may be used for tourism promotion, acquiring and operating tourism-related facilities, and other services authorized by state law.

Purpose

Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters (LEOFF) Disability Board adopts rules and regulations related to mandated benefits provided to law enforcement officers and firefighters hired under LEOFF I provisions.

Membership

Five members consisting of two elected officials appointed by the Mayor; one active or retired LEOFF I law enforcement officer and firefighter; and one member of the public, who is appointed by the other four members of the meeting body.

Purpose

Conducts hearings and makes decisions by applying city code and regulations adopted by City Council. Hearings Examiners have jurisdiction over a wide range of matters, including land-use applications. Hearings Examiners are not city staff, but private attorneys who serve as impartial third parties; ensuring fairness and due process by making independent fact-finding decisions in a public forum.

Purpose

Adopts rules and regulations related to civil service testing procedures and other processes for Fire and Police Department employees.

Membership

Three members appointed by the Mayor and subject to confirmation by the City Council.

Term & Residency Requirements

Six-year terms. Members must have been three-years residents of, and are registered voters of, the City of Camas

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The City Clerk's Office provides a variety of services that support the City Council, City staff, and the residents of Camas.

Impact fees are a one time fee on new development usually collected at the time of building permit issuance. This schedule changes every year and is passed by the City Council.