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Air Pollution Control Board

Description

The Air Pollution Control Board, originally established in 1964, works with the City to monitor the regulations set forth concerning the discharging of air contaminants or materials which may interfere with the safety and comfort of the public.

The powers of the board include making recommendations to the Mayor and City Council on air pollution control rules, encouraging studies about abatement and control of air contaminants, researching the effects of vehicle emissions on the quality of the outdoor atmosphere of the City, disseminating educational information relating to air pollution, and consulting with local, state, and federal governmental agencies.

The complete list of powers and duties are outlined in Ordinance No. 96-25.

Vacancies
  • 0 Current Vacancies
  • 0 Terms Expired
  • 1 Term Ending Soon
Size 7 Members
Term Length 5 Years
Term Limit 2 Term
  • Seat Requirements

    Five seats appointed by the Mayor.
    Two seats appointed by the City Council.

    Five year terms, except that upon the expiration of the term of any Board member such member shall continue to serve until his successor is appointed.

  • Meeting Times and Location

    Meetings are held the first Monday in the second month of each quarter at 6:00 p.m. in the Natural Resources Department conference room at 320 Fountain Circle.

  • Legal Description

    Established by Ordinance No. 64-84; amended by Ordinance No. 72-156 and Ordinance No. 96-25. Initially, board consisted of five members appointed by the Mayor. It was later expanded to seven seats appointed by the Mayor. By Ordinance No. 96-25, two seats were changed to be appointed by City Council.

    Ordinances for this board established and defined the position for an Air Pollution Control Officer which works in the Natural Resources office of the City.

  • Bylaws
  • Enacting Documents 96-25-A.pdf 72-156.pdf 64-84.pdf
  • Entity Created by the City Council Yes
  • Jason Braxton
    1st Term
    Jul 23, 2020 to Jul 13, 2025
    Appointing Authority
    Mayor
    Position
    Member
    Initial Appointment Year
    2020
  • Paul Wieland
    1st Term
    Apr 12, 2021 to Apr 11, 2026
    Appointing Authority
    City Council
    Position
    Member
    Office/Role
    Vice Chair / Vice President
    Initial Appointment Year
    2021
  • Walter Lee Ellenburg
    1st Term
    Jan 27, 2022 to Apr 11, 2026
    Appointing Authority
    City Council
    Position
    Member
    Initial Appointment Year
    2022
  • Adam Dauro
    1st Term
    Jul 08, 2021 to May 27, 2026
    Appointing Authority
    Mayor
    Position
    Member
    Office/Role
    Board Chair / President
    Initial Appointment Year
    2019
  • Jennifer Shea
    2nd Term
    Jun 03, 2022 to Jun 03, 2027
    Appointing Authority
    Mayor
    Position
    Member
    Initial Appointment Year
    2018
  • Dr. Yong Wang
    5th Term
    Apr 12, 2024 to Apr 12, 2029
    Appointing Authority
    Mayor
    Position
    Member
    Initial Appointment Year
    2006
  • Robert Griffin
    2nd Term
    Apr 12, 2025 to Apr 12, 2030
    Appointing Authority
    Mayor
    Position
    Member
    Initial Appointment Year
    2018