Applications now being accepted for HCMA board

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners is looking for citizens to serve on two important boards, one managing the Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority (HCMA) and the other overseeing the county’s various mental health initiatives.

The county must appoint a representative to serve on the HCMA Board of Commissioners. It’s a six-year position that pays a $50 per diem for each meeting. The board meets on the second Thursday of each month at 1:20 p.m.

To apply, go to www.oakgov.com/boc/news/05pr_huronclinton.html, click on the application form, fill it out and mail to the Oakland County Board of Commissioners at 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Pontiac, Michigan 48341, or fax it to 248-858-1572. For more information, call 248-858-0103.

The deadline for applications is Monday, Jan. 31.

The county is also looking for citizens to serve on the Oakland Community Mental Health Authority Board. The authority is responsible for assuring provisions for services and support to those individuals in the county who are faced with mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. There are four vacancies on the authority board and county officials are looking for general public representatives, mental health providers, and primary consumers interested in a board appointment.

The deadline for applications is Feb. 28. Applications are available online at www.oakgov.com. Residents can also call 248-858-0103 to request an application.

Applications for both organizations can be mailed to 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Pontiac, Michigan, 48341.