Volunteer for County Advisory Committees, Commissions and Boards
Hood River County depends on dedicated volunteers to serve on a variety of boards, committees, and commissions. The following committees have vacancies -
Fair Board – Citizen Representative
Property Values Appeals Board - Pool members (4)
Deadline to apply is August 7, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Applicants must be available to be interviewed at the August 17, 2026 Board of Commissioners meeting at 4:00 pm to be considered for appointment.
For questions contact: sophie.christenson@hoodrivercounty.gov or phone 541-387-6826
Learn more about the County's Boards/Committees/Commissions.
Ambulance Service Area Advisory Committee
To provide a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process that ensures the most efficient and effective pre-hospital emergency medical care with available resources and to comply with state requirements. Details can be found in County Ordinance 389, Chapter 13.04.175
Columbia River Gorge Commission
Works with the U.S. Forest Service to set policy for protecting the non-federal lands in the Gorge. They also serve as an appeals board for land-use decisions, support counties in administering ordinances and encourage economic development.
Columbia River Gorge Scenic Area Commission
The Gorge Commission works with the U.S. Forest Service to set policy for protecting the non-federal lands in the Gorge. We also serve as an appeals board for land-use decisions, support counties in administering ordinances and encourage economic development.
Fair Board
Oversees planning, coordination, and promotion of the Hood River County Fair and related events, supporting agricultural education, community gathering, and local culture.
Forest Advisory Committee
Provides input to county leadership on forest management policies—balancing timber revenue, ecological integrity, wildlife, water quality, and public use.
Forest Recreation Trails Advisory Committee
Works with the County Forestry Department and stakeholders to plan, maintain, and improve trail systems within county forests for recreation users.
HRWSBA (Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority)
Oversees design, construction, long-term operation, and maintenance of the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge, ensuring safe and reliable connectivity between communities.
LPSCC (Local Public Safety Coordinating Council)
Oversees design, construction, long-term operation, and maintenance of the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge, ensuring safe and reliable connectivity between communities.
Mid-Columbia Housing Authority
Facilitates access to affordable housing across the Gorge by administering rental assistance programs, developing housing projects, and supporting housing stability.
Mt Hood Economic Alliance
Provides gap financing and economic development support to businesses in Hood River and surrounding counties to spur job creation and regional investment.
Planning Commission
Acts as a citizen advisory body that reviews land use proposals, hearings, appeals, and long-range planning to guide orderly growth and development in the county.
Property Values Appeals Board
Local, Citizen-run board that reviews and resolves disputes regarding the assessed value of properties