Commissioner Vacancy Announcement
The UPRD Board of Commissioners consists of 5 elected members. Commissioners serve a 4-year term with elections every 2 years to stagger the influx of new commissioners. This is a volunteer position. Requirements for the position include:
- An interest in, and commitment to, the community of Underwood;
- An ability to attend one public UPRD board meeting per month (and additional meetings if needed for special projects);
- A commitment to serving 3 volunteer hours per month in Underwood, depending on board role and level of involvement;
- An ability to help research and inform decisions related to improving and maintaining the Park, the Community Center, park buildings, sports facilities, and grounds.
- A willingness to participate in governing the Underwood Park and Recreation District.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants need to file their candidacy with Skamania County directly. The regular filing period has closed, but a special 3-day filing period will soon be announced. Elections will take place in November 2025. There is no filing fee with the county for this position. Filing for candidacy must be done online.
Skamania County Candidate Filing Portal:
https://www.skamaniacounty.org/departments-offices/auditor/elections/candidate-information
Candidate Information Page:
https://www.skamaniacounty.org/departments-offices/auditor/elections/candidate-information
PLEASE NOTE: The vacant UPRD commissioner position is listed on the Skamania County Candidate Filing Portal as “Skamania County Park and Rec No. 1 — Commissioner, No. 2“.
Questions? Feel free to reach out to one (or both) of the following UPRD commissioners about the duties associated with the position. All technical application questions should be directed to the county.
email: uprdbob@gmail.com
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951 School House Rd.
Underwood, WA 98651
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Underwood, WA 98651