Apply to Be on a Board, Council, or Committee

The following is a list of Cherokee County Boards/Councils/Committees. Vacancies and/or expiration’s will be posted here, when applicable. If you are interested in serving on any of these boards/committees/councils, download the application for county boards, committees, and councils (PDF).

You can send completed applications via email or to:

Clerk to the Board
75 Peachtree Street
Murphy, N.C. 28906

The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications from Cherokee County residents interested in serving on the following volunteer boards:

• Cherokee County Board of Health-The following professions are needed: Veterinarian, Dentist, Optometrist, Medical Doctor, Pharmacist, and Professional Engineer.
• Tourism Development Authority-Applicants must be affiliated with businesses that collect occupancy tax in Cherokee County, or be currently active in the promotion of travel and tourism in Cherokee County.

• Board of Equalization and Review-Applicants should possess an understanding of current real estate and market values in Cherokee County; have knowledge of current building costs in Cherokee County; demonstrate exceptional people skills; be of sound moral character; be a county resident and own property in Cherokee County; and, not influenced by personal or political friendships.

Applications should be submitted no later than 5:00 PM on February 25, 2020, and include proof of residency. If you have questions concerning any of these boards/councils/committees, please call 828-837-5527, ext. 814.