In order to be eligible for appointment to any board or commission, a person must be a qualified registered elector of the City of Eureka, the Humboldt Community Services District, or be the owner of a business located within the city limits of the City of Eureka. Appointments of qualified non-city residents requires a four fifths (4/5ths) vote of the Council for confirmation.

Members on boards and commissions serve as a civic responsibility and without compensation.

No member of any board or commission may hold any paid office or employment in the city government.

The City of Eureka invites interested citizens to apply for appointment to City Boards and Commissions. See Board & Commission vacancies for a list of current openings for which applications are being accepted.