What are some of the functions of the county's committees, commissions, and boards?
Functions of the committees vary and membership is diverse. The Planning Commission; Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Advisory Committee; and Library Board all have a major impact on issues affecting the county. The Planning Commission makes recommendations on rezonings, special use permits, and other land issues. Others, like the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority, the Airport Commission, the Roanoke Valley Cable TV Committee, and Fifth Planning District Commission are regional in nature and look at issues from a broader perspective. Ad hoc committees are appointed to deal with a specific project or issue, i.e., the Comprehensive Plan Citizens Advisory Committee and the School Facilities Study Committee.

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1. How many different citizen committees, commissions, and boards are there in the county?
2. What are some of the functions of the county's committees, commissions, and boards?
3. Why are these volunteer boards to important to local government?
4. Do volunteers receive any compensation for serving on the county's committees, commissions, or boards?
5. Are there any special requirements to serve on a county committee?
6. How do I volunteer to serve on a committee?