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The major responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission are to identify and actively encourage the conservation of Pasco’s historic resources by reviewing National Register properties applying for Special Tax Valuation; to raise community awareness of Pasco’s history and historic resources; and to serve as the City of Pasco’s primary resource in matters of history, historic planning, and preservation.

The Park and Recreation Advisory Board advises the City Council and the City Manager on matters pertaining to recreation programs, including senior citizen programs. The Board also advises the Council on the planning, development, improvement, beautification, equipping, and maintaining of public parks, playgrounds, recreation facilities and resources. Members serve 3-year terms.

The City Council appointed the seven member ad-hoc commission to assist the Council in its efforts to promote inclusivity in Pasco. The Commission is charged to “conduct activities… identify means… and make such recommendations to the City Council for action, education and guidance to foster an environment that includes, accepts, respects, and appreciates all members of our community.”

The Civil Service Commission is a citizen board mandated and governed by Washington State statutes. This commission works to ensure that hiring, promotions, and appointments to the ranks of the Police Department and Fire Department are made in a fair and unbiased process. The Civil Service Commission may also review disciplinary actions should an employee appeal such actions to the board. Members serve 6-year terms.