JACKSON, Wyo. — The Town of Jackson (TOJ) is accepting letters of application for the Planning and Zoning Commission/Board of Adjustment; the deadline is Friday, Jan. 31, at 5 p.m. 

According to a TOJ press release, the application period could be extended.

Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission/BOA must be residents and qualified electors of the Town for a minimum of one year prior to their appointment, and they cannot hold any other public office or any position in the Town government, per TOJ. Although no specific experience is necessary, TOJ writes that basic knowledge of planning, architecture, natural resource management, real estate or a related field is helpful.

The Commission is composed of up to seven members who are appointed by Town Council for thee-year terms. Term would begin immediately.

Interested candidates should address letters of application to Internal Services Specialist Lynsey Lenamond and deliver them to Town Hall at 150 East Pearl Ave. or mail them to PO Box 1687, 83001. Letters can also be emailed to lynseylenamond@jacksonwy.gov.

River Stingray is a news reporter with a passion for wildlife, history and local lenses. She holds a Master's degree in environmental archaeology from the University of Cambridge and is also a published poet, dog mom and outdoor enthusiast.