For those feeling the urge to play a more active role in shaping their community, the Village of Shorewood is on the lookout for volunteers. A spectrum of committees, each with its distinct purpose, seeks passionate people ready to lend their expertise and energy. From affordable housing to public art, these groups are at the forefront of promoting the Village of Shorewood's growth, sustainability, and aesthetic values.
According to the Village of Shorewood's official newsflash, they're actively recruiting for a series of volunteer positions. Among the options, the Community Development Authority (CDA) is seeking individuals interested in bolstering affordable housing and enhancing economic viability, with meetings timed for the first Friday morning each month. Meanwhile, sustainability enthusiasts have a standing invitation to help conserve the local environment as part of the Conservation Committee, meeting the first Thursday evening monthly. And for the aesthetically minded, the Design Review Board (DRB) offers a spot, convening twice a month to scrutinize exterior improvements.
Those with a bent toward eldercare can impact the quality of life for seniors by joining the Elder Services Advisory Board. This group is pivotal in guiding senior-centered projects and advocating for the older population’s needs. And if one possesses a knack for hiring, the North Shore Fire Department Fire Commission is in need of expertise to helm firefighter recruitment, a role that includes disciplinary and termination powers, with meetings scheduled around eight times a year in the evening hours.
Villagers keen to influence the physical movement and recreational fabric of the town are invited to the Parks and Public Spaces Committee. Dedicated to parks, public spaces, and pedestrian and bicycle safety, members gather on the second Tuesday evening each month. On the planning front, there's room at the Village of Shorewood’s Plan Commission, key in advising on land use, with monthly meetups. Lastly, creatives can channel their energy into the Public Art Committee, which orchestrates the selection of public works, with morning sessions on the first Wednesday monthly.
This local call to service is a chance to literally and figuratively build community from the ground up. Interested residents are encouraged to seize the moment and apply. The Volunteer Appointment Application is simply a click away, and as the Village of Shorewood puts it, if any committee makes residents exclaim, "Ooo, that one!" now's the time to join in shaping the village's future.
