Maybe you don’t have the time to commit a role on the city council, but you still want to make a difference? Now you can! The City of College Station is hosting a seminar on how you can serve on one of the city’s committees, boards, and commissions. The Committee, Board, and Commission 101 Seminar will take place on Monday, October 12th at 6:00pm in the Bush 4141 Community Room at City Hall. The session will help you understand the requirements, duties, and limitations of serving, while also describing City staff’s role and how the meeting bodies help address local issues. To qualify, you only need to be a registered voter and live in College Station. Learn more at cstx.gov/committees. You can also contact the City Secretary’s Office at cso@cstx.gov or 979-764-3541. Applications will be accepted until deadline is 5:00pm December 31, 2026. City Council will make appointments in January. Got a news tip? e-mail us at news@wtaw.com, text us at (979) 695-1620, or reach out on Facebook or Twitter/X.