LAKEPORT, Calif. – The city of Lakeport is now accepting applications from citizens interested in serving on a committee and a commission.

The city reported that there are three positions open on the Parks and Recreation Commission and five members of the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee, or LEDAC.

These appointments would be effective as of January 2016.

The Parks and Recreation Commission acts in an advisory capacity to the Lakeport City Council in matters pertaining to city parks and recreation.

They also cooperate with the Lakeport Planning Commission and civic organizations to advance the sound planning of new recreation areas and facilities.

Parks and Recreation Commission members recommend, from time to time, policies on city recreation facilities to the city council for consideration and approval.

The commission meets on the first Thursday of each month at 3:00 p.m. The term for membership on this committee is two years. Applicants must be residents of the City of Lakeport.

The role of LEDAC is to develop ideas and strategies for the promotion of economic development through business retention, recruitment, attraction and creation.

LEDAC meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m.

It consists of up to 11 members who either live, work, shop or do business in the city of Lakeport. This includes Lake County residents who live in unincorporated areas of the Lakeport trade area.

The term for membership on LEDAC is two years.

Membership on these commissions and committees is voluntary. If you are interested in serving on one of these committees, please contact Hilary Britton, acting deputy city clerk, at 707-263-5615, Extension 43, or by e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Applications will be accepted until Nov. 30 at 5 p.m., and appointments will be scheduled for the Lakeport City Council meeting of Dec. 15.