The City of Germantown is strongly committed to citizen participation, demonstrated by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointments to a variety of commissions that provide detailed study and recommendations on important City matters. Citizen volunteers contribute time and individual expertise to making government effective and responsive.

Audit Commission Agenda Meetings scheduled as necessary.   Board of Mayor and Aldermen Agenda Regular Meetings - 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Work Sessions-Scheduled when needed Mayor: Sharon Goldsworthy Aldermen: Carole Hinely (position 1), John Drinnon (position 2), Mike Palazzolo (position 3), Frank Uhlhorn (position 4), Ernest Chism (position 5) Minutes: 08-27-08 [Minutes]    [Executive Minutes] 07-14-08 [Minutes]    [Executive Minutes] 06-23-08 [Minutes]    [Executive Minutes] 06-09-08 [Minutes]    [Executive Minutes] 05-12-08 [Minutes]    [Executive Minutes] 04-28-08 [Minutes]    [Executive Minutes] 04-14-08 [Minutes]     [Executive Minutes] 03-24-08 [Minutes]      [Executive Minutes] 03-10-08 [Minutes]     [Executive Minutes] 02-25-08 [Minutes]     [Executive Minutes] 02-11-08 [Minutes]     [Executive Minutes] 01-28-08 [Minutes]     [Executive Minutes] 01-14-08 [Minutes]     [Executive Minutes] 12-13-07 [Minutes]  12-10-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 11-26-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 11-12-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 10-22-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 10-08-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 09-24-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 09-10-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 09-05-07 [Special Called Meeting]   08-27-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 08-13-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 07-23-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 07-09-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 06-25-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 06-11-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 05-28-07 [Minutes]   05-14-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 04-23-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 04-09-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 03-26-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 03-12-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 02-26-07 [Minutes]   02-12-07 [Minutes]   [Executive Minutes] 01-29-07 [Special Called Meeting]   01-22-07 [Regular Minutes]  [Executive Minutes] 01-08-07 [Regular Minutes]  [Executive Minutes] [Archives] - February 2003 through December 2006

Beautification Commission Agenda Encourages the enhancement of the beauty of the city through planning, planting and/or preservation of trees, flowers, plants and shrubbery, plus promotes interest in the general improvement, appearance and cleanliness of the city. First Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at Parks and Recreation, 2276 West Street Parks and Recreation Building Members: Chairman Daniese Burnette, Emily Bader, Rikki Boyce, Beth Halbach, Betty McFarland, Trudy Simpson, Doug Smith, Warren Travis, Parks Development Admin., Alderman Mike Palazzolo

Board of Zoning Appeals Agenda Hears appeals from decision of building inspector or other administrative officials, interprets the official zoning map as to designations and considers variances where exceptional practival difficulties or hardships are involved. Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Board of Zoning Appeals Calendar 2008 Members: Elizabeth Boyd, Curt Cromis, Henry R. Evans, Lee Henwood, Patricia A. Sherman, Alderman Carole Hinely, Alan Strain - BZA Attorney, Katie Graffam - Staff Planner

Design Review Commission Agenda Reviews various building related matters including architectural design and materials, signage, landscaping, exterior lighting, satellite dishes, fences and other features for residential and commercial properties, which can influence the appearance of the City. Fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Design Review Commission Calendar 2008 Members: Keith Saunders - Chairman, Paul Bruns, Lisa Parker, Robbie Ann Pahlow, Lisa Parker, Neil Sherman, Ralph B. Smith, Kristi Stanley, John Walker, Alderman Frank Uhlhorn, Robert McLean - DRC Attorney, Keith Briley - Staff Planner

Economic Development Commission Agenda Advises the City regarding local economic issues relevant to long-term planning and development of the City. First Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at Community Development, 1920 S. Germantown Road Members: Chairman Mike Harless, John Gross, Jerry Klein, Charles McCraw, Clifton McKinney, Lyle Muller, Thomas Parzinger, Brian Pecon, John Wagner, Chamber Liaison Steve Wilinsky, Alderman Mike Palazzolo, City Administrator Patrick Lawton, Assistant City Administrator Andy Pouncey, Director of Community Development Jerry Cook

Education Commission Agenda Studies ways to enhance the quality of education and provides recommendations and advice on positive school/community. Commission members will be appointed in June. The Education Commission meets the third Tuesday of each month, August to May, at 6 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Download 2007 - 2008 nomination forms for teachers and youth or call 751-7559. Members: Abigai Braddock, David Compton, Lesley Fluke, Melody Miller, Dr. Rudolfo Palazzolo, Eleanor Purdy, Robyn Rudisill, Dr. Stephanie VanArsdale, Melissa Walker, Junling Wang, Sheryl Weatherford, Alderman Carole Hinely, Stacey Ewell - Staff Liaison

Environmental Commission Agenda Advises on environmental issues and assists in educational programs. First Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., Municipal Center, 1930 South Germantown Road Members: Chairman Parker McCaleb, Clyde Davidson, Jimmy Davis, Andy Foster, Brandy Miller, Tim Sauter, Joe Skelley, David Thorpe, Susan Turner Threlkeld, Director of Public Services Bo Mills, Alderman John Drinnon

Financial Advisory Commission Agenda Advises on financial and budget issues. Meetings scheduled as necessary at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road FY07 Condensed Budget Calendar (Proposed)  Members:  Paul Bryan, Eddie R. Cox, Robert Dallstream, Bill Dudley, Clinton Hardin, Russell Johnson, Julie Klein, Mark Kooker, Howard Lasley, Frank Markus, Frederick Miller, Julius Moody, Tom Oviatt, Linda Smith, Paul Volpe, Andrew Wagoner, Finance Director Ralph Gabb, PAC Chairman Debbie Miller, Alderman Mike Palazzolo

Germantown Athletic Club Advisory Commission Agenda Advises on Germantown Athletic Club issues. Meets at Germantown Athletic Club, 1900 S. Germantown Road Members: Chairman Stephen Wilensky, Robert Ayerst, Jane Clark, Laura Jaggar, Paul Mosteller, Thomas Oviatt, Walker Uhlhorn, Elizabeth Wilkes, Pattra Womack, Club Director Derek Chaput, Alderman Mike Palazzo

Historic Commission Agenda Provides for the development and preservation of historic documents, structures, areas, oral history, pictoral history and other materials of historic significance to the city. Fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Parks and Recreation, 2276 West Street Members: Chairman Louise Bagby, George Browder, Lucie Calvin, Joy B Cook, Elaine Dudley, Florence Krug, Mary Markus, Jim McGehee, Roma Sailors, Kay Shelton, Alderman Carole Hinely

Industrial Development Board Agenda Scheduled as necessary to consider applications. Meets at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Members: Chairman Henry Evans, Michael Harless, Annette Liles, Dr. Frank W. Markus, Keith Saunders, Richard Vosburg, Planning Commission Liaison, City Administrator Patrick J. Lawton, Assistant City Administrator Andy Pouncey

Library Board Agenda Ensures the highest quality management and oversight of the Germantown Community Library. Third Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. at Germantown Community Library Members: Chairman Tom Cates, Urania Erskine, Kelly Marcom, Jerry Owens, Alan Strain, Lorrie Wagoner, Alderman John Drinnon

Neighborhood Preservation Commission Agenda Promotes and preserves the integrity of residential neighborhoods and promotes a sense of community by encouraging, developing and strengthening neighborhood associations, improving compliance with City residential ordinances and education for homeowners on property reinvestment. Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Community Development, 1920 S. Germantown Road Members: Chairman David Jackson, Nancy Dayton, Rebecca DeRousse, Shirley Gee, Sandra Hayne, Sidney Kuehn, Hope Pittman, Angela Sorenson, Andrea Vu, Stanley D. Weinrich, Planning Commission Liaison, Alderman John Drinnon

Other Post Employment Benefits Commission Meetings scheduled as necessary. Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Conducts, maintains and plans a system of supervised recreational facilities and recreational programs. Fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at Parks and Recreation, 2276 West Street Members: Chairman Jerry Gee, Mary Ann Gibson, Harriette Lavenue, Steve Priddy, Bob Timm, Harry Scott, Rodney Strop, Kevin Young, Parks and Recreation Director Pam Beasley, Alderman Ernest Chism

Personnel Advisory Commission Meetings scheduled as necessary. Members: Chairman Debbie Miller, Carla Donati, William Minderman, Gary Pruitt, Raymond Stitle, FAC Chairman, Personnel Director Pat McConnell, Alderman Frank Uhlhorn

Planning Commission Agenda

Planning Commission Subcommittee Agenda Role of Planning Commission Reviews plans for residential and commercial projects and recommends zoning changes for the purpose of guiding a coordinated, adjusted and harmonious development of the city. Develops ordinances on planning and development of the city. Develops ordinances on planning and development matters as directed by the Board of Mayor and Alderman. Meets first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Planning Commission Calendar - 2008 Minutes: 6-3-08   [Minutes] 4-1-08   [Minutes] 3-4-08   [Minutes] 12-4-07 [Minutes] 11-6-07 [Minutes] 10-2-07 [Minutes]   9-4-07   [Minutes]   8-7-07   [Minutes]   6-5-07   [Minutes]   5-1-07   [Minutes]   4-3-07   [Minutes]   3-6-07   [Minutes]   2-6-07   [Minutes]   1-2-07   [Minutes]   Members: Dike Bacon, Rick Bennett, Susan Burrow, Laura Hendrix, Dave Klevan, Greg Allen Marcom, Forest Owens, Alderman John Drinnon, David Harris - PC Attorney, Lauren Johnson - Staff Planner

Public Safety Education Commission Agenda Serves in an advisory capacity regarding public safety and health issues as addressed through citizen education. Meets f irst Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Members: Chairman Lillie Kay Mitchell, John Arth, Jerry Ferguson, John Gregory, George Hernandez, Susan Hirsch, Ron Roberson, Scott Sanders, Elizabeth Slominski, Dot Stagich, Mayor Sharon Goldsworthy, Captain Marc Molina, Assistant Fire Marshal Jody Dwyer, Alderman Carole Hinely

Retirement Plan Administration Commission Agenda Meetings scheduled as necessary. Members: Chairman Richard Vosburg, Deborah Brasfield, Gary Pruitt, City Administrator Patrick J. Lawton, Mayor Sharon Goldsworthy, Alderman Ernest Chism

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Agenda Restricted to citizens who are fifty-five years of age and above. Provides advice on the needs of the senior population of the community and other related issues. Meets third Thursday of each month at 3:30 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Members: Chairman Edward Price , Wynn Bellerjeau, Dick Carvel, Carolyn Davidson, Nick Dunn, Musette Fahy, Barbara Fisher, John Hicks, Walter C. Krug, Jr., Alice Wallace, Assistant City Administrator George Brogdon, Alderman John Drinnon

Telecommunications Commission Agenda Advises the City on long range planning in technology such as development of policies for software, hardware and special equipment. Provides recommendations for the City's GIS system, the Website, and online City services. Meets second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Members: Chairman Donna Chandler Newman, Sandra Abel, E.W. Brody, Tony Fischer, Kenneth Ketcham, Jean Mathews, Glen Murry, Jack Parnell, Susan Simmons, Alderman Ernest Chism

Youth Commission Agenda Participates in educational programs about the City, advises the Board on youth issues and serves as in leadership role with younger age groups. Meets second Tuesday of each month, August to May, 7 p.m. at Municipal Center, 1930 S. Germantown Road Apply to serve on the 2007-2008 Youth Commission Members: Divya Moolchandani, Samuel Bouck, Adam Cassella, Zachary Eissler, Alex Hopp, Samira Khakpour, Bernadette Kovacs, Mary Landrum, Lindsey Luiken, Anne Mischke, Nydia Ruleman, Dot Stagich, Blair Stewart, Director of Parks and Recreation Pam Beasley, Alderman Mike Palazzolo