Join CAP's Community Action Board (CAB)

 

 

CURRENT CAB VACANCIES: There are 7 vacant primary seats.

  • Public Sector - Seat 1 (District 1)
  • Public Sector - Seat 5 (District 5)
  • Private Sector - Seat 8
  • Private Sector - Seat 14
  • Private Sector - Seat 15
  • Economically Disadvantaged Sector - Seat 7 (North Central Region)
  • Economically Disadvantaged Sector - Seat 12 (Central Region)

 

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  • Requirements for Appointing Members (Click Here)

    Each of the three sectors represented in CAB has a distinct set of requirements for appointing members:

    • Economically Disadvantaged Sector: 
      • Five members (and their alternates) residing in the Central, North Central, South, East, and North Inland/Coastal regions of San Diego County. 
      • They are representatives/spokespersons for economically disadvantaged communities in their respective regions.
      • Selected by a regional nominating committee, affirmed by CAB, and confirmed by the Board of Supervisors.
      • For detailed information on the zip codes for each region, please refer to the second page of the CAB Recruitment Flyer here.
    • Private Sector: 
      • Five members (and their alternates) that are representatives of organizations serving low-income individuals, households, and communities. 
      • Nominated by CAB and confirmed by the Board of Supervisors.
      • The applicant shall need to obtain express permission from their organization to represent that organization at CAB meetings.
    • Public Sector: 
      • Five representatives nominated by a County Supervisor and confirmed by the Board of Supervisors.
      • The applicant should be able to work directly with the Supervisor regarding CAB matters.

     

 

Overview of Commitment and Expectations upon Appointment:

  • Members usually serve a 3 (three) year term, unless the seat had been recently vacated.
  • Meet in-person on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 3:30pm-5:00pm at the posted location (usually Kearny Mesa).
  • Review the Mission and Programs of Community Action Partnership (CAP).
  • Review governing documents and documents shared with CAB members.
  • Engage in discussions and provide input on key CAP initiatives and processes.
  • Fulfill requirements for CAB membership in a timely manner.
  • CAB members serve on a voluntary basis, and mileage reimbursement is provided.

 

How to Join CAB:

Application for CAB Membership

  • Guidance:
    • Click on the "Application for CAB Membership" link
    • Computer/Desktop view, head to the section "Boards and Commissions"
      • Type or select  " Community Action Partnership Administering Board"  
    • Mobile Device/Cellphone view, click on "View All Boards and Commissions"
      • Scroll through the Boards and Commissions and select "Community Action Partnership Administering Board" 

 

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  • Considerations when applying (Click Here)
    • Applications to CAB are retained for two-years to be considered in filling vacancies. 
    • When a vacancy occurs, or is about to occur, applications on file shall be reviewed and interviews coordinated for those that best meet the criteria needed for the vacant seat. 
    • Applicants selected for consideration are contacted by CAP staff to schedule an interview with the appropriate Nominating Committee. 
    • Individuals selected by a nominating committee must be confirmed by the Board of Supervisors prior to being seated.  
    • The Democratic Selection process for Representatives of the Economically Disadvantaged Sector may be viewed here.

     

    Additional Information: The application will be public record since it is submitted to the Board, however an applicant’s address will be redacted. To learn more about CAB and other County of San Diego Boards, Commissions and Committees, please see the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors webpage.