The Tacoma City Council invites qualified individuals to apply for the At Large position on the Landmarks Preservation Commission.

The At Large position is open to Tacoma residents who have a demonstrated interest and familiarity with basic historic preservation issues, either through professional practice or volunteer work.

The appointee will serve the remainder of a vacant, unexpired term that ends Dec. 31, 2009. To apply, submit your application no later than May 22. Download an application at http://cms.cityoftacoma.org/cityclerk/Files/Documents/CBCApplication.pdf or contact Cindy Leingang, Mayor’s Office, (253) 594-7848.

The Landmarks Preservation Commission oversees the establishment and regulation of landmarks, landmark sites and historic districts. Commission meetings are at 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month.

The Commission is comprised of 11 citizen volunteers who serve three-year terms. The Council Appointments Committee recommends appointments and the City Council confirms them. For more information, visit http://www.tacomaculture.org .