The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from individuals who may be interested in serving on the 9-1-1 Surcharge Advisory Committee. There are six (6) open positions, each for a full-term ending December 2026. Five Citizen at Large positions: must be a resident of Carson City and possess knowledge concerning telephone systems for reporting emergencies. One Local Exchange Carrier position: must be a representative of an incumbent local exchange carrier which provides service to persons in Carson City. The purpose of the 9-1-1 Surcharge Advisory Committee is to serve as the official advisor to the Carson City Board of Supervisors in developing a 5-year master plan for the enhancement or improvement of the telephone system for reporting an emergency in Carson City and to oversee any money allocated for that purpose. The Committee meetings are held at least quarterly. Applicants should be prepared for a minimum commitment of less than 2 hours a month. The positions shall serve without compensation. Go here to apply. All applications submitted will be considered public information. Applications will be accepted until Nov. 15, 2024. Interviews for this volunteer position are tentatively scheduled for the Board of Supervisors meeting on Dec. 5, 2024.