Marion County Parks Commission
There are seven members on the Marion County Parks Commission, who meet quarterly to advise the Marion County Board of Commissioners on land acquisition, development, operation and maintenance of the system of 18 developed and 3 undeveloped county parks. There are currently three vacancies on the commission.
The commission also helps promote the discovery of sites and facilities suitable for recreational, scenic and historical purposes. The commission enlists the cooperation of state and federal authorities and local interest groups for development and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities.
Members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners to serve four-year terms and must be at least 18 years old.
Application forms are available at the Marion County Business Services Office, 555 Court Street NE, Suite 4250, Salem, Oregon, 97301.
For more information or to receive an application by mail, call (503) 588-7990 or email
volunteer@co.marion.or.us, or
download an application from the Marion County's Volunteer website to complete and submit.
