City looking to fill seat on Senior Citizen Advisory Committee

By Robert Perea

The City of Fernley is accepting applications to fill one available seat on the Fernley Senior Citizen Advisory Committee. 

The purpose of the committee is to advise the City Council on matters relating to senior citizens; to provide an informational resource to senior citizens on matters of concern to senior citizens; and to promote volunteer programs for the benefit of senior citizens

The Senior Citizen Advisory Committee consists of five members. The term of office for each member is two years. 

Committee members also promote and support senior-oriented special events and collaborative efforts that meet the needs of seniors, and to serve as an advocacy body on behalf of older adults in the community.  etc.

The Senior Citizen Advisory Committee meets on the second Friday, every other month at 9 a.m. The next meeting scheduled is Feb. 13, 2026. The successful candidate may be required to attend other meetings or volunteer at special events to promote the committee. 

Applications must be received by the City Clerk’s Office by 5 p.m. on Jan. 9, 2026. Interested persons should complete the Boards and Commissions Application Form, which can be found at: https://www.cityoffernley.org/forms.aspx?fid=176