Island County is looking for candidates who can complete a term on the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. The term will run until Dec. 6, 2010.

The new board member will be appointed by the board of county commissioners.

The housing authority promotes adequate and affordable housing, economic opportunities and suitable living conditions free from discrimination. The board usually meets monthly for up to two hours, and regular meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month except in December, when an annual meeting is held.

Interested individuals should provide a letter and statement of qualifications by mail, e-mail or fax to: Island County Board of Commissioners, Attn: Ingrid Smith, Re: Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Vacancy, PO Box 5000, Coupeville, WA 98239. Fax to 360-679-7381, or e-mail application to sent to ingrids@co.island.wa.us.

Application materials should be received no later than 5 p.m. Friday, May 29.