There is hereby created the Waynesville Historic Preservation Board, hereinafter referred to as the “Board”, consisting of seven members appointed by Village Council (per Charter §§ 7.01, 7.11, and 7.12): one member of the Planning Commission, one member of the Village Council, one member of the Main Street Business District, one representative of the Historical Society, and three residents of the village. Members shall have a recognized knowledge of or a known interest or experience in history, architecture, or related disciplines, together with a determination to work for the overall improvement of the quality of the village’s physical environment. Of the membership, at least two preservation-related professional members shall be nominated to the extent such professionals are available in the community. Consideration should be given to the appointment of an architect and/or other design professionals, an attorney, a licensed real estate broker, an architectural historian, or any other person having special knowledge or relevance to the Board’s purposes and duties. Each appointed member shall serve a term of two years with the exception of the initial appointments, three of which shall be appointed for a one- year term and may be reappointed for a second term of two years. All members may serve subsequent terms, except Planning Commission and Council members may change yearly. The members shall serve without compensation. Vacancies shall be filled within 60 days unless extenuating circumstances require a longer period.
(Ord. 96-152, passed 10-7-1996)