The PFD owns the land under the Hilton Hotel and Convention Center in downtown Vancouver, which it leases to the city’s Downtown Redevelopment Authority
VANCOUVER – The city of Vancouver is seeking applicants to fill one mid-term vacancy on its volunteer Vancouver Public Facilities District (PFD) Board of Directors. The deadline to apply for this position is 5 p.m., April 20.
The PFD owns the land under the Hilton Hotel and Convention Center in downtown Vancouver, which it leases to the city’s Downtown Redevelopment Authority (DRA). The PFD receives funding for operation of the property from the state sales tax credit program, which it then transfers to the DRA. The PFD board is also responsible for approving annual budgets and monitoring use of the funds.
The Vancouver City Council appoints the board, which is comprised of two at-large board members and three members appointed based on recommendations from local organizations, including the Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, local economic development organizations and local labor councils. The city is recruiting for the seat held by someone recommended by local organizations. Applicants must also be available for an interview with city council members on Wed., May 4.
All board members serve four-year terms and may serve a maximum of two terms. However, this is a mid-term vacancy that would expire in November 2025.
The PFD board typically meets twice a year. Meetings are usually held in Vancouver City Hall, 415 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. However, meetings are being held remotely until further notice. Board members prepare for meetings by reviewing financial information provided to them in advance.
Applications may be submitted online at www.cityofvancouver.us/boards. For a printed application or for further information, contact the boards and commissions coordinator in the City Manager’s Office at P.O. Box 1995, Vancouver, WA 98668-1995, bc_coordinator@cityofvancouver.us, or by calling (360) 487-8600.
For more information about the Vancouver PFD, including links to past meeting minutes and agendas, visit www.cityofvancouver.us/pfdb.
Information provided by city of Vancouver.
