United Planning Organization

Total public members: 6

Paid board: No (all roles are voluntary)

Requirements

• Method of Appointment: Direct Mayoral Appointment
• Length of Appointment: 3 years
• Residency: Strong preference for DC residents from all 8 wards

Description

The United Planning Organization is the officially designated Community Action Agency for the District of Columbia. Its purpose is to provide leadership, support and advocacy to advance low income and other eligible residents of Washington, D.C., to assist them in achieving self-sufficiency and self-determination, and to enhance generally the quality of life in the local community.

Commission membership

The Board shall consist of 17 members, 6 of which are Mayoral appointees.