City of Chico

Boards, Commissions, and Committees

The City of Chico currently has six advisory bodies which are the Airport Commission, Architectural Review and Historical Preservation Board, Arts Commission, Bidwell Park and Playground Commission, Climate Action Commission, and Planning Commission.

Advisory bodies play an important role in City Government by assisting and advising the City Council in formulating and implementing policy. Advisory bodies also develop recommendations and present supporting information to the City Council.

To contact the staff member for each commission, please click on the commission or board link provided below.

Emails

For a list of current Board or Commission members, please see the Directory at the link provided below

The following is a directory that lists the names and terms of appointment of all members of the City’s board and commissions.

airport commission

Mission Statement

Recommend policy direction and guidance to the City Council to ensure the vitality, growth, and operation of the airport for the benefit of the community, to meet regional needs, and to carry out the Commission’s responsibilities in accordance with the Charter.

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Architectural Review & Historic Preservation Board

A Sub-Committee of the Planning Commission
Architectural Review & Historic Preservation Board

Mission Statement

To promote a high level of integrity and aesthetic value for the built environment, preserving and improving the character of Chico by balancing the rights of property owners with the public good.

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arts commission

artist washing paint brush over paint cups

Mission Statement

Excellence in the arts is a reflection of the health and quality of life in a community. The purpose of the Arts Commission is to serve as an advisory body for aesthetic treatments, memorials, gifts, and tourism related items.

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Bidwell park & playground commission

Mission Statement

As representatives of the citizens of Chico, the Bidwell Park and Playground Commission (BPPC) endeavors to preserve and enhance the natural and recreational resources of Bidwell Park, community and neighborhood parks, greenways and open space throughout the community.

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climate action commission

The Climate Action Commission serves as an advisory body to the City Council on all matters related to climate action, adaption, and resiliency, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions consistent with State goals through preparation and maintenance of a Climate Action Plan.

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planning commission

Mission Statement

The Planning Commission shall serve as a trustworthy steward of community resources by performing its duties in a manner to assure the City’s General Plan is consistently applied and that thought and consideration is given to the input and perspectives of all parties.