City Advisory Bodies

The City of Martinez has several Advisory Bodies that help inform local decision-making. These bodies are made up of residents appointed by the Mayor and provide input, recommendations, and community perspective on a variety of City matters.

Now Accepting Applications for City Advisory Bodies

The annual application period is now open through April 17!

Interested in Serving? Use the blue APPLY button in the Directory below.

Current and upcoming vacancies include the following advisory bodies:
• PRMAC
• Measure X Oversight Committee
• Measure D Oversight Committee
• Planning Commission

Please note: Some upcoming vacancies may not yet appear under the Directory’s “Vacancy” tab because current commissioners must complete their terms before the seat officially becomes vacant. This does not prevent you from applying. Applicants are welcome to apply for any commission of interest, regardless of whether a vacancy is currently displayed. All applications will be reviewed during the appointment cycle.

To learn more about Advisory Bodies, appointment qualifications, vacancies, and public notices, expand the section below. You can also use the Advisory Body Directory to search bodies, view member and vacancy information, and apply for open positions.

About Advisory Bodies

City of Martinez Advisory Bodies

Cemetery Commission
Civil Service Commission
Diversity & Cultural Commission
Parks, Recreation, Marina & Arts Commission (PRMAC)
Planning Commission
Veterans Commission
Measure D Oversight Committee
Measure X Oversight Committee

Other Agency Advisory Bodies

The City also participates in several advisory bodies administered by Contra Costa County or other public agencies. For these bodies, the Mayor appoints Martinez residents to serve as representatives for the City of Martinez.

Contra Costa Transportation Authority – Citizens Advisory Committee
County Connection Advisory Committee
Library Commission (Contra Costa County)
Advisory Council on Aging (Contra Costa County)
Mosquito & Vector Control – Board of Trustees (Contra Costa County)

All of the advisory bodies listed above, along with City Council subcommittees and related bodies, can be found in the Martinez Advisory Body Directory below.

Applications & Qualifications

The City of Martinez accepts applications year-round from residents interested in serving on Advisory Bodies. These bodies advise the City Council and are subject to the Brown Act.

Applicants must generally be at least 18 years old and reside within the incorporated limits of the City of Martinez. Some Advisory Bodies may have additional or different eligibility requirements. Specific qualifications and membership requirements are provided in each body’s description.

To apply, search for a specific Advisory Body or vacancy in the directory below, then click Apply to begin the application process. Uploading a resume with your application is encouraged.

Maddy Act Notices

In accordance with the Maddy Act, the City annually publishes a list of current vacancies and upcoming expired terms for its local Advisory Bodies. The notice is provided to inform the public of opportunities to serve.

Maddy Act Notice 2025

Questions

For more information or assistance, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (925) 372-3512.