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Seattle Municipal Archives Finding Aids

Boards and Commissions

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 244 Collections and/or Records:

Board of Adjustment, 1976-1977

 File — Box 1, Folder: 1

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-L2
Scope and Contents note The Board of Adjustment minutes contain the proceedings of public hearings before the Board to consider and take action on special exceptions, conditional uses, and/or variance permit applications under provisions of the City's zoning ordinance and applicable provisions of the sign control ordinance. It is noted in the minutes that the Board personally viewed all properties concerned prior to the hearing. The minutes contain a statement naming the applicant and describing the permit request...
Dates: 1957-1980

Board of Ethics, 1977-1989

 File — Box 3, Folder: 26

Board of Public Works, 1976-1984

 File — Box 6, Folder: 14

Boards and Commissions Reports

 Series
Identifier: 6000-08
Scope and Contents note

Standardized reports filed by boards, commissions, committees, and task forces. Includes authorizing information such as dates established, ordinance authority, and appointment authority; administrative details such as membership requirements, terms, meeting dates, officers, subcommittees, members names, and attendance records; and program information such as current activities, planning for the following year, and historical information. Reports are arranged alphabetically by entity.

Dates: 1976-2006

Building Code Advisory Board Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-L3
Scope and Contents note The Building Code Advisory Board was established by ordinance in 1953 to provide public review and comment on a major revision to the city's building code. It continued to research code issues and give recommendations to the City Council throughout its existence. Board members included architects, engineers, contractors, building managers, and representatives from organized labor and the general public. In 1992, the board merged with the Electrical Code Advisory Board to become the...
Dates: 1954-1972

Central Area PDA, 1981-1987

 File — Box 2, Folder: 9

City Employees Retirement System Board of Administration Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-L5
Scope and Contents note

The Board of Administration of the City Employees Retirement System (CERS) oversees the city's pension program for its employees. The retirement system, including its Board of Administration, was established by ordinance in 1929. Meeting minutes discuss benefits, insurance, investments, disability stipends, and program administration.

Dates: 1953-1992

Defender Association, 1977-1984

 File — Box 2, Folder: 27

Fire Fighters' Pension Board Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-L6
Scope and Contents note The Fire Fighters' Pension Board was responsible for oversight of the Fire Fighters' Pension Fund, which was established by ordinance in 1909. It was originally called the Firemen's Pension Fund Board, then changed its name to the Firemen's Disability Board in 1970. It was renamed the Fire Fighters' Pension Board in 1976. Minutes document attendees and topics discussed. Board business primarily concerned consideration of specific claims, but also covered some policy issues such as physician...
Dates: 1942-2003

Human Rights Commission Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-L7
Scope and Contents note

The 12-member Human Rights Commission was established in 1963 to promote equality and understanding among Seattle residents, and to study, investigate, and recommend actions in regard to discrimination based on race, color, religion, and national origin. The Commission was appointed by the mayor and reported to the Executive Department.

Dates: 1963-1968

Lenders Review Board, 1977-1984

 File — Box 4, Folder: 28

Library Board of Trustees Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-L8
Scope and Contents note The 1893 city charter established a Library Commission made up of five commissioners, at least two of whom were to be women. Around 1908 the name was changed to the Library Board of Trustees. The board's five members are appointed by the Mayor and serve five-year terms. The Board of Trustees is the Seattle Public Library's governing body, overseeing the library's administration and making decisions regarding its operations. It controls library finances and property, sets policy, and employs...
Dates: 1953-2010

Safety Coordinating Committee Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 9575-01
Scope and Contents note

Minutes detailing attendees and discussions at meetings of the Safety Coordinating Committee. Subjects covered include defensive driver training, alcohol treatment, first aid kits, accident reports, and fire prevention.

Dates: 1968-1974

Miscellaneous Board and Commission Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-C3
Scope and Contents note

Proceedings of meetings of boards, commissions, committees, and special task forces. Includes minutes of permanent boards, etc., established by the City Charter and special committees, etc., appointed for a short duration. Does not include minutes of City Council.

Dates: 1944-2004

Pacific Hospital PDA, 1985-2006

 File — Box 5, Folder: 11

Pacific Science Center Foundation Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-L9
Scope and Contents note

The Pacific Science Center began as the Science Pavilion during Seattle's 1962 World's Fair, and became a science museum after the fair concluded.The Foundation, made up of community members, oversaw the activities of the museum. Meeting minutes cover topics such as exhibits, finances, awards, membership, and programs and events.

Dates: 1965-1969

Pike Place Market PDA, 1976-1989

 File — Box 5, Folder: 20

Police Pension Board Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-M1
Scope and Contents note

The Police Pension Board was responsible for oversight of the Police Relief and Pension Fund, which was established by ordinance in 1909. Minutes document topics discussed and detail attendance by board members and staff. Board business primarily concerned consideration of specific claims, but also covered some policy issues such as Medicare, alcohol treatment, hearing aids, and health insurance coverage.

Dates: 1919-2003

Rosters, 1983-1983

 File — Box 8, Folder: 7

Rosters, 1980-1982

 File — Box 8, Folder: 8

Rosters, 1977-1977

 File — Box 8, Folder: 9

School Traffic Safety Committee Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-M2
Scope and Contents note

The School Traffic Safety Commission was established in 1975, charged with advising the Mayor and City Council on issues relating to school traffic safety. The commission also served as a liaison between the city and the Seattle Public School District. Minutes cover such topics as crosswalks, school buses, crossing guards, traffic signals, and safety education.

Dates: 1976-1989

Toxics Advisory Group, 1987-1989

 File — Box 7, Folder: 11

Toxics Advisory Group, 1990-1991

 File — Box 7, Folder: 12

Traffic Advisory Commission Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1802-M3
Scope and Contents note

The Traffic Advisory Commission discussed issues relating to traffic safety and congestion. This collection consists of minutes of the commission detailing members present and issues considered. Topics covered include bridge openings, traffic signals, pedestrian safety, street classification, parking, traffic congestion, and transit service.

Dates: 1954-1963

Woodland Park Zoological Society Board Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 8604-01
Abstract

Minutes and supplementary materials from meetings of the board of the Woodland Park Zoological Society.

Dates: 1986-2008

Woodland Park Zoological Society Board Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 8604-02
Abstract

Records, reports, and communications of the board of the Woodland Park Zoological Society and its committees.

Dates: 1984-2008; Majority of material found within 1987-1997