Bentonville, AR… The City of Bentonville is searching for residents interested in serving on the Tree and Landscape Advisory Committee to fill a vacant position. This City Council appointed board serves in an advisory capacity to the Mayor, City Staff and City Council on policy matters pertaining to the urban forest and landscaping. The committee coordinates the spring and fall tree giveaways, selects landscape awards, and assists in tree education and preservation. Learn more at http://www.bentonvillear.com/466/Tree-Landscape-Committee.
Applicants must be a registered voter, reside in the corporate limits of Bentonville and able to attend regularly scheduled monthly meetings, plus occasional special meetings. Preferred applicants are professionals in fields such as forestry, botany, horticulture and landscape architecture. Members serve three-year terms. For questions, contact Christopher Hyatt, chyatt@bentonvillear.com (479) 271-3122.
Interested residents may download an application at http://www.bentonvillear.com/305/Boards-Commissions. Applications are also available by calling (479) 271.3122. Application deadline is February 10, 2023.