The City of Geneva is looking for a dedicated resident to fill a vacancy on the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee.

The City Council adopts a strategic plan to create a future vision for Geneva. The nine-member advisory committee supports the elected officials in this endeavor by encouraging citizen input and assisting with the strategic plan’s goal implementation to achieve that vision. The committee also will be promoting resident participation in the upcoming 2020 U.S. Census.

Residents interested in serving on the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee should submit an application along with a letter of interest by Monday, Feb. 17 to Mayor Kevin Burns, Geneva City Hall, 22 S. First St., Geneva, IL 60134. The envelope should include a reference to the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee.

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements in order to be considered for the position:

* Be a legal U.S. citizen;
* Live in Geneva for a minimum of one year;
* Be a registered voter;
* Have no felony convictions; and
* Be current on taxes and payments to the City.

Mayor Burns will review all the applications and bring forward a nomination to the City Council.

An application and more information about the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee can be found on the City’s website. Questions can be directed to Assistant City Administrator/Director of Administrative Services Ben McCready at 630-938-4540 or via email.