Boards & Commissions
All Board & Committee Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 125 Trailblazer Drive, Travelers Rest, SC. We encourage citizens to review meeting agendas by accessing them online or calling the City Clerk’s Office at 864.834.8740.
Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee (ATAC)
Advises City Council on the expenditure of accommodations tax funds for promoting tourism, and the arts and cultural affairs in the community. Composed of 7 members appointed for a 2-year term, members are selected from the hospitality and lodging industries, as well as from the community-at-large.
Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Members: Crystal Calhoun, Wendy Lynam, Kristen Heiselman, Michelle Evett, Kristin LaRoy, Dave Smits, Kem Theisen.
The next ATAC Meeting will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at 5:00 pm in City Hall. Click HERE for Agenda.
Building & Housing Board of Appeals
Acts upon appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by City code officials regarding the application and interpretation of the building and property codes. Composed of 3 members appointed for a 3-year term, members include architects, engineers, contractors or other persons familiar with the building trade.
Building & Housing Board Members: Ron Finley, Cory Satterfield, Evert Headley
Board of Zoning Appeals
Reviews land use issues, including proposed variations from the City’s zoning ordinance; special uses that require review to determine compatibility with adjacent properties and appeals of decisions made by the zoning administrator. Composed of 5 members appointed for a 3-year term.
Board of Zoning Appeals Board Members: Susan Donkers-Franklin, Larry Moore, Mark Garrison, Leslee Alexander, Tom Bates, Jr.
Municipal Election Commission
Supervises all municipal and special elections and certifies the results from these elections. Composed of 3 members appointed for a 6-year term.
Municipal Election Commission Members: Charlotte Dyal, (fulfilling unexpired term), Harvey Choplin, David Smits.
Planning Commission
Makes recommendations to the City Council on zoning and annexation issues; reviews and approves all new subdivisions and is involved in comprehensive planning to improve the health and welfare of the public. Composed of 7 members appointed for a 3-year term.
Planning Commission Board Members: Bryan Haffey, (fulfilling unexpired term), Evan Cantrell, Michelle Garrison, Rebecca Cooper, Diane Maxwell, Tony Rackley, Don Watson
Serve on a Board or Commission
The City of Travelers Rest encourages residents to become involved in their community. One way to do so is to serve in an advisory capacity on one of the City’s various boards and commissions. The City Clerk accepts applications on an on-going basis. Interested individuals may apply for an appointment to a board or commission by following the instructions below. If you would like more information about the City’s Boards and Commissions, please contact the Travelers Rest City Clerk at 864.834.8740.
Term of Appointment
Depending on the board or commission most members serve for a term of three (3) to six (6) years with the opportunity to serve additional terms.
Submitting Your Application
Email:
Once you’ve completed the application, click the “Submit Form” button found at the bottom of the form. If the button does not work, please download the completed application and email to [email protected].
Mail:
City of Travelers Rest
125 Trailblazer Drive, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
Attn: City Clerk
Application for Appointment to Serve on a Board or Commission