The City of Chehalis has three vacancies on its Historic Preservation Commission.  Appointments are made by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the City Council, and are generally for three year terms.  Members serve without compensation.

The primary duties of the commission are to maintain an inventory/register of historic property in the city, review proposals that significantly affect historic property or districts, review and approve applications for special property tax valuation designations, etc.  In addition, the commission reviews the city comprehensive plan and prepares amendments, as well as advising the City Council on matters of city history and historic preservation.

The application for appointment form is available on the city’s website at www.ci.chehalis.wa.us or by contacting the City Clerk’s office at 345-1042.  Questions should be directed to the Chehalis Planning and Building Manager at 360-345-2227.