Boards & Commission
Airport Advisory |
Members: Marvin Baker Dwayne Eklund Cary Kemble Tim Oakley John Sweenie |
It is the responsibility of the Airport Advisory Board to study, investigate, counsel, develop and update (as needed) a written management plan for the operation and management of the Brush Municipal Airport. Also, when requested by City Council, the Board shall consider and recommend upon any special matter or question within its authority. Meetings are held infrequently on an as needed basis. |
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Board of Adjustment |
Members: Ed Loose Jeff Osuch Paula Pattee Harry Rieger Ken Weisser |
The Board of Adjustment hears requests for variances and appeals of decisions made in the enforcement of the Land Use Code. A variance is a request made by a property owner to make an improvement to their property that does not strictly comply with the requirements of the Land Use Code. The Board is a decision making body with a fair amount of authority. Anyone wishing to appeal a decision made by this board must do so in a court of law. Meetings are held infrequently on an as needed basis at 6:00 PM. |
Brush Housing Authority |
Members: Councilor Marlene Baker Cis Berg Suzanne Brown Harry Rieger John Sweenie vacant seat |
Brush Housing Authority is located at 612 Ray Street in Brush and the Executive Director is Becky Rusch. The Brush Housing Authority serves the immediate needs of the disabled, elderly and low-income families in the city of Brush through their Centennial Manor East, West and South units. It also serves the needs of low-income families throughout Morgan County by its Section 8 Choice Voucher Program. Brush City Council affirms the members as required by state statute. |
East Morgan County Library Board |
Members: Councilor Marlene Baker Larry Coughlin Greg Krob Carla Krueger Gayle Lindell Sandra Sumner Carolyn Thornsby Lenore Wind |
As a special taxing district the East Morgan County Library Board consists of residents within the legal service area of the library. Brush City Council affirms the governing board as required by state statute. |
Finance Committee |
Members: Mayor Rick Bain Councilor Heath Becker Joanne Gosselink Councilor Vicky Quinlin Councilor Dana Sherman Monty Torres |
This committee comprised of the Mayor, three council members and the Finance Director, meet to review the expenditures of the City and recommend payment to City Council. |
Fireman's Pension |
Members: Mayor Rick Bain Pat Draegert Steve Edwards Zach Evelyn Joe Ginther Joanne Gosselink Mark Miller Councilor Dana Sherman Monty Torres |
Members oversee the pension plans for Retirees of the Brush Volunteer Fire Department. |
Golf Course Advisory |
Members: Dave Cross Bob Gunnon Bill Holland Tom Keller Councilor Dan Scalise Lance Schwindt, Ex Officio Shawn Stutzman, Ex Officio |
The Board provides guidance and recommendation for the operations of The Course at Petteys Park Brush Municipal Golf Course. |
Historic Preservation Board |
Members: Miriam Buckmaster Shaire Chavez David Lawrence (Alternate) Councilor Dan Scalise Helena Schultz Suzanna Spears |
The main goal of this Board is to recognize historic buildings in Brush! and allow these buildings potential access to grant funding for repairs and rehabilitation. Historic designations are granted on a voluntary basis. |
Museum Board | Councilor Marlene Baker |
A Brush City Council Member serves as a liaison to the Brush Museum Board. |
Planning & Zoning |
Members: Mayor Rick Bain Richard Biren Tim Oakley Councilor Vicky Quinlin Councilor Dan Scalise Monty Torres Steve Treadway |
The Planning and Zoning Commission reviews development proposals and makes recommendations to City Council regarding their compliance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Code. This commission is responsible for reviewing zoning changes, subdivision proposals, and comprehensive plan amendments. Meetings are held infrequently on an as needed basis at 6:00 PM. |
Tree Board |
Members: Bruce Bosley Sharon Bzdek Paula Crook Donna Phillips vacanct seat |
The Tree Board is responsible for developing and updating an annual plan for the preservation and care of trees in the City’s public spaces. The board also promotes the planting of new trees in the City through the celebration of Arbor Day every April. Arbor Day activities include: art contest for 3rd Graders, tree planting ceremony, and planting street trees. |
Water Advisory Board |
Members: Larry Coughlin Greg Mullen Steve Treadway Ace Ward Marci Wickham |
When requested by City Council, members shall consider, investigate, make findings, report and provide recommendations concerning water issues within the scope of its authority. |