The City of Knox is looking for residents within City limits to fill seats on the on the following
Boards and Commissions:
Park Board
Interested applicants should show interest and knowledge of the park system and maintaining the
amenities. Must have enthusiasm to move the park forward and show creativity for bringing new
ideas for park programs.
Party affiliation is determined by the most recent primary election in which the individual voted,
or letter of support provided by the party chairman.
Plan Commission
Interested applicants should have a strong willingness to research and understand local policies,
ordinances, and state laws (IC36-7-4). Primary duties are to develop and recommend a plan for
the community’s future and administer land use regulations consistent with Indiana law.
Participate in preparation and review of the community’s Comprehensive Plan and subsequent
updates. Approval of development plans, site plans and planned unit development. Approval or
denial of proposals for land (plats) based on compliance with the subdivision control ordinance.
BZA
As a member of the BZA you will serve as a part of a quasi-judicial board responsible for
hearing and making decisions on appeals regarding the application of zoning laws and
ordinances with the municipality. Interested applicants should have a basic understanding of
local zoning ordinances, land use regulations, and development practices and is highly preferred.
Letters of interest should be sent to Mayor Dennis Estok’s office located at 101 W.
Washington Street. Please contact Mayor Dennis Estok at 574-772-4553 with any
additional questions.
All applicants must be Knox residents within the city limits. These
positions will remain open until they are filled.
