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WESTERN AREA RECREATION 
ADVISORY BOARD SEEKS APPLICANTS         For Immediate Release (July 18, 1996)

     County Executive Douglas M. Duncan is seeking applicants to fill three
alternate vacancies on the Western Area Recreation Advisory Board.  Alternates serve
in place of an absent member and assume a regular member's position if there is a
resignation.  This board advises the County Executive, County Council and the
Department of Recreation on regional recreation needs, encourages the development of
desirable parks and recreational opportunities, and advises and makes
recommendations to appropriate officials on matters concerning budgets, recreation
programs, services, and facilities.
     The board is composed of 12 regular members and three alternates. Members must
reside in the western area of Montgomery County (Bethesda/Potomac/Chevy Chase). 
Residents who live within the city limits of Rockville are not eligible for
appointment.  Members serve without compensation.  Meetings are usually held the
second Thursday of the month. 
     Interested residents should apply by August 9 to County Executive Douglas M.
Duncan at the Executive Office Building, l0l Monroe Street, Rockville, MD  20850.  A
letter and brief resume, including work and home phone numbers, should be enclosed. 
Individuals representing special populations, minorities, and other special interest
groups are encouraged to apply.  Members of County boards, committees and
commissions may not serve on more than one such group at a time.
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     Duncan's appointments are subject to confirmation by the County Council. 
Applications of those selected for appointment are made public as part of the
confirmation process.
 
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