Lynden Civil Service Commission

Overview

The Lynden Civil Service Commission consists of three volunteer members to help oversee some aspects of hiring and employment for Police and Firefighters. Members are appointed by the mayor and serve a term of six years. The members serve without compensation and shall have the qualifications described in the Lynden Municipal Code (LMC) 2.12. 

Meetings

• Civil Service Commission meets as necessary, on the third Tuesday of the month from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. at City Hall.
• Civil Service Meeting Schedule - 2023 (PDF)

Members

• Gary Baar
  Term expires: December 31, 2026
• Kris DeGroot-Keene
  Term expires: December 31, 2029
• Stuart Hoogerhyde
  Term expires: December 31, 2023

Eligible commissioner candidates must:

• Reside within Lynden for at least three years prior to appointment.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Be a registered voter.
• Application for Appointment