This is a chance to help shape the future of Buncombe County by joining a newly forming committee to participate in a public budgeting process. Strategic Partnership Grant funding is granted to nonprofit organizations working toward outcomes in alignment with County Commissioner goals. A new committee is being established to make grant recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for Buncombe County. The committee will consist of nine (9) members, who will: Apply for membership through the Office of the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners; Be appointed by the Board of Commissioners; Serve three (3) year staggered terms; Represent expertise in the Strategic Plan focus areas Represent the geographic diversity of the County; Abide by conflict of interest policies, to include not serving on the Board of Directors or staff of an applicant organization within the past two (2) years; Hold open meetings and comply with public records requirements; Utilize a standardized, points-based scoring system to review grants; Hold in-person presentations for grant finalists; and Recommend a portfolio of grants for approval by the Board of Commissioners; and Meet throughout the year to monitor grants and review progress. How to apply: If you would like be part of this pivotal committee, please apply online by Dec. 13 through the Strategic Partnership Grants page here. The application includes a place for you to indicate which of the 4 focus areas you bring expertise in, and to describe your knowledge/experience for each: Educated & Capable Community – A county where all people thrive and demonstrate resilience throughout their lives Environmental Stewardship – High quality air, water, farmland and renewable energy for future generations Vibrant Economy – A robust and sustainable economy that builds on homegrown industries/talent and provides economic mobility for all Resident Well-Being – A county where residents are safe, healthy, and engaged in their community Applications are due by Dec. 13, 2019. Contact Strategic Partnerships Director Rachael Nygaard at rachael.nygaard@buncombecounty.org or (828) 250-6536 for more information.