County Supervisor Joan Hartmann is looking for Third District residents to serve on a number of county boards and commissions.

The Third District includes the Santa Ynez Valley, and the city of Lompoc, along with the Gaviota Coast and the western two-thirds of the city of Goleta.

Hartmann seeks Third District residents to serve on the following:
•   County Riding and Hiking Trails Advisory Committee (two openings)
•   Historic Landmarks Advisory Commission
•   Human Services Commission (two openings in June 2026)
•   Parks Commission

“Volunteer service on a commission or board is a great opportunity to learn about county government while also providing public service by advising the Board of Supervisors on important policy issues affecting our communities,” Hartmann said.

Preferably, applicants shall reside within the county’s Third District of Santa Barbara County (click here to see which district you reside in) and may need to meet specific eligibility requirements to serve.

Following is a brief description of the boards and committees:
 
· County Riding and Hiking Trails Advisory Committee – Advises Board of Supervisors and county departments on matters related to planning, development, maintenance and preservation of public riding and hiking trails, with focus on improving access, connectivity, safety, and environmental stewardship of the county’s trail system.

· Historic Landmarks Advisory Commission – Reviews and makes recommendations to Board of Supervisors on the designation, preservation and protection of historic resources, including landmarks and places of historic merit; and evaluates proposed changes to ensure consistency with adopted historic preservation standards.

· Human Services Commission – Advises the Board of Supervisors on community human service needs and funding priorities, including reviewing and recommending allocations of General Fund Human Services dollars; the federal Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG); and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Services funds to support programs serving low-income and vulnerable populations.

· Parks Commission – Advises the Board of Supervisors on policies, plans and projects related to county parks and recreation, including park acquisition, development, maintenance, and operations, with the goal of enhancing recreational opportunities and responsible stewardship of natural and cultural resources.

To apply online or learn more about boards and commissions, visit https://www.countyofsb.org/2839/Boards-Commissions-and-Committees.

Application forms also available at the Office of the Clerk of the Board, 105 E. Anapamu St., fourth floor in Santa Barbara.

For questions or assistance with submitting an application, contact Slava at 805-568-2192 or slavak@countyofsb.org.