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🌟 You Can Help Shape the Future of Reno County! 🌟
We have exciting opportunities for you to volunteer and make a real difference in our community!
Reno County government includes several boards to assist and guide various departments. Some of these boards have specific criteria for membership while others do not and are open to any volunteers.
Applications for other boards may be submitted for possible future openings.
County Boards/Appointments
| Department | Board | By-law/Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Transportation | Public Transportation Commission | By-law/Resolution |
| Department of Aging | Council on Aging Advisory Board | Guidelines |
| Community Corrections | Community Corrections Advisory Board- Adult | By-laws |
| Health Department | Reno County Health Department Advisory Board | Guidelines |
| Public Works | Planning Commission | Resolution and By-laws |
| Public Works | Board of Zoning Appeals | Resolution and By-laws |
| Youth Services | Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board | By-laws and KSA 75-7044 |
Current Board Openings -
Reno County Council on Aging
The Reno County Department of Aging is seeking candidates to serve as a member of the Council on Aging.
The purpose of the Reno County Council on Aging (RCCA) is to act as an advocate for older adults, their caregivers and families; providing advisement, feedback and recommendations to the Department of Aging that may address the needs of older residents 60+ to enhance individuals’ ability to age in their choice of community within Reno County.
Terms are three years long. The Council meets quarterly, January, April, July, and October on the third Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at 120 W. Ave B.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue.
For more information, please contact Kandace Bonnesen, Reno County Department of Aging Director at 620-694-2911.
Reno County Public Works - Planning Commission
Due to a vacancy on the Reno County Planning Commission in 2027, the Reno County Board of County Commissioners is seeking interested applicants to fill this position. Interested applicants must be a Reno County citizen and may reside in a Reno County incorporated city or the unincorporated area of Reno County.
Further questions on the responsibilities of a Planning Commission member may be directed to Mark Vonachen, County Planner II at 620-694-2978. You may also email him at [email protected].
The application deadline is October 16, 2026.
The Planning Commission consists of a seven-member Board who are tasked with reviewing land use applications such as a Rezone, Conditional Use Permit, Preliminary Subdivision Plat, and Final Subdivision Plat. Other tasks as a Planning Commission member are to review the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Regulations, and Subdivision Regulations for possible amendments. The Planning Commission conducts public hearings on various land use applications and provides a recommendation on the land use application to the Board of County Commissioners. A Planning Commission member also serves as a Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) member. The BZA is tasked with reviewing Variances, Special Exceptions, and Appeals from an Administrator’s decision. The BZA conducts public hearings on these land use applications and provides a decision on the land use proposal. BZA decisions do not go to the Board of County Commissioners for a final decision.
Terms: Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for a three-year term. Members can be appointed to a maximum of three, 3-year terms. No more than three members may reside in an incorporated city limit boundary. Experience: No experience is required but land use knowledge is helpful as the member learns the role of the Planning Commission. County staff will provide yearly training on the various roles of a Planning Commission member and can assist with additional training if necessary. Meeting Dates: The Planning Commission meets the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 pm at the Public Works Facility located at 600 Scott Blvd., S. Hutchinson, KS 67505. The average meeting length is two hours.
A Planning Commission member is expected to attend the meetings, study the material outside of the meeting time, be an active participant, and have an open mind on all land use proposals.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Form here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, Ks, 67501.
Reno County Public Transportation Commission
The Reno County Department of Public Transportation is seeking candidates to serve as a member of the Reno Public Transportation Commission. The purpose of the Commission is to advise the Reno County Department of Public Transportation Department in the review, evaluation and consideration of issues related to providing public transportation in Reno County, Kansas. Terms are three years long. The Council meets bimonthly in January, March, May, July, and November on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. in the Rcat Transfer Station.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue.
For more information, please contact Kandace Bonnesen, Reno County Department of Public Transportation Director at 620-694-2911.
Community Corrections Advisory Board
The Community Corrections Advisory Board is a multi-disciplinary board of at least 12, but not more than 15, members from law enforcement, prosecution, the judiciary, education, corrections, ethnic minorities, the social services, and the general public. The members are selected in accordance with K.S.A. 75-5297. The purpose of the board is to advise Reno County Community Corrections in the development, execution, and evaluation of the State grants and the programs offered by the agency. Community Corrections supervises adults assigned to felony probation by the Court. The agency’s mission is to reduce recidivism and enhance public safety by providing evidence-based supervision and interventions to assist clients in achieving long-term positive behavior change. Board appointments are for two years and the board meets four times a year.
If possible, the members appointed shall be representative of one or more of the following: (1) Parole officers; (2) public or private social service agencies; (3) ex-offenders; (4) the health care professions; and (5) the general public. At least two members of each corrections advisory board shall be representative of ethnic minorities and no more than ⅔ of the members of each board shall be members of the same sex.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Form here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue. To learn more about the role and duties of Community Corrections Advisory Board, contact Randy Regehr at 620-694-2900. You may also email randy.regehr@renocountyks.gov
Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board- Education Representative
The JCAB is a multi-disciplinary board that consists of 12 or more members who represent law enforcement, prosecution, judiciary, education, corrections, ethnic minorities, social services and the general public. The members of JCAB are selected according to Kansas statute 75-7044. The function of each JCAB is to develop a local comprehensive plan to address the concerns that are impacting the youth within the community, which is then presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. JCAB directs state funds that are allocated to our district for prevention, intervention and graduated sanction programs for juveniles and acts as the oversight committee for the community to ensure that the comprehensive plan remains at its peak of effectiveness. JCAB meets a couple times a year to go through a process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the comprehensive plan in order to make modifications and to ensure maximum effectiveness with the funds available. The appointments are for a term of 3 years, and members can be reappointed for additional terms if desired.
Requirements: The applicant must be a Reno County educational professional.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue. For more information about the Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board, call 620-694-2500.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
- Senior Patrol
- Sheriff's Reserve
- Volunteer Center of Reno County
- United Way of Reno County
Employment Opportunities - Join the Reno County Team, view available positions here.
Check out our volunteer Gary Ediger!!! He is so much fun to have at the courthouse!
🌟 You Can Help Shape the Future of Reno County! 🌟
We have exciting opportunities for you to volunteer and make a real difference in our community!
Reno County government includes several boards to assist and guide various departments. Some of these boards have specific criteria for membership while others do not and are open to any volunteers.
Applications for other boards may be submitted for possible future openings.
County Boards/Appointments
| Department | Board | By-law/Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Transportation | Public Transportation Commission | By-law/Resolution |
| Department of Aging | Council on Aging Advisory Board | Guidelines |
| Community Corrections | Community Corrections Advisory Board- Adult | By-laws |
| Health Department | Reno County Health Department Advisory Board | Guidelines |
| Public Works | Planning Commission | Resolution and By-laws |
| Public Works | Board of Zoning Appeals | Resolution and By-laws |
| Youth Services | Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board | By-laws and KSA 75-7044 |
Current Board Openings -
Reno County Council on Aging
The Reno County Department of Aging is seeking candidates to serve as a member of the Council on Aging.
The purpose of the Reno County Council on Aging (RCCA) is to act as an advocate for older adults, their caregivers and families; providing advisement, feedback and recommendations to the Department of Aging that may address the needs of older residents 60+ to enhance individuals’ ability to age in their choice of community within Reno County.
Terms are three years long. The Council meets quarterly, January, April, July, and October on the third Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at 120 W. Ave B.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue.
For more information, please contact Kandace Bonnesen, Reno County Department of Aging Director at 620-694-2911.
Reno County Public Works - Planning Commission
Due to a vacancy on the Reno County Planning Commission in 2027, the Reno County Board of County Commissioners is seeking interested applicants to fill this position. Interested applicants must be a Reno County citizen and may reside in a Reno County incorporated city or the unincorporated area of Reno County.
Further questions on the responsibilities of a Planning Commission member may be directed to Mark Vonachen, County Planner II at 620-694-2978. You may also email him at [email protected].
The application deadline is October 16, 2026.
The Planning Commission consists of a seven-member Board who are tasked with reviewing land use applications such as a Rezone, Conditional Use Permit, Preliminary Subdivision Plat, and Final Subdivision Plat. Other tasks as a Planning Commission member are to review the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Regulations, and Subdivision Regulations for possible amendments. The Planning Commission conducts public hearings on various land use applications and provides a recommendation on the land use application to the Board of County Commissioners. A Planning Commission member also serves as a Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) member. The BZA is tasked with reviewing Variances, Special Exceptions, and Appeals from an Administrator’s decision. The BZA conducts public hearings on these land use applications and provides a decision on the land use proposal. BZA decisions do not go to the Board of County Commissioners for a final decision.
Terms: Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for a three-year term. Members can be appointed to a maximum of three, 3-year terms. No more than three members may reside in an incorporated city limit boundary. Experience: No experience is required but land use knowledge is helpful as the member learns the role of the Planning Commission. County staff will provide yearly training on the various roles of a Planning Commission member and can assist with additional training if necessary. Meeting Dates: The Planning Commission meets the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 pm at the Public Works Facility located at 600 Scott Blvd., S. Hutchinson, KS 67505. The average meeting length is two hours.
A Planning Commission member is expected to attend the meetings, study the material outside of the meeting time, be an active participant, and have an open mind on all land use proposals.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Form here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, Ks, 67501.
Reno County Public Transportation Commission
The Reno County Department of Public Transportation is seeking candidates to serve as a member of the Reno Public Transportation Commission. The purpose of the Commission is to advise the Reno County Department of Public Transportation Department in the review, evaluation and consideration of issues related to providing public transportation in Reno County, Kansas. Terms are three years long. The Council meets bimonthly in January, March, May, July, and November on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. in the Rcat Transfer Station.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue.
For more information, please contact Kandace Bonnesen, Reno County Department of Public Transportation Director at 620-694-2911.
Community Corrections Advisory Board
The Community Corrections Advisory Board is a multi-disciplinary board of at least 12, but not more than 15, members from law enforcement, prosecution, the judiciary, education, corrections, ethnic minorities, the social services, and the general public. The members are selected in accordance with K.S.A. 75-5297. The purpose of the board is to advise Reno County Community Corrections in the development, execution, and evaluation of the State grants and the programs offered by the agency. Community Corrections supervises adults assigned to felony probation by the Court. The agency’s mission is to reduce recidivism and enhance public safety by providing evidence-based supervision and interventions to assist clients in achieving long-term positive behavior change. Board appointments are for two years and the board meets four times a year.
If possible, the members appointed shall be representative of one or more of the following: (1) Parole officers; (2) public or private social service agencies; (3) ex-offenders; (4) the health care professions; and (5) the general public. At least two members of each corrections advisory board shall be representative of ethnic minorities and no more than ⅔ of the members of each board shall be members of the same sex.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Form here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue. To learn more about the role and duties of Community Corrections Advisory Board, contact Randy Regehr at 620-694-2900. You may also email randy.regehr@renocountyks.gov
Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board- Education Representative
The JCAB is a multi-disciplinary board that consists of 12 or more members who represent law enforcement, prosecution, judiciary, education, corrections, ethnic minorities, social services and the general public. The members of JCAB are selected according to Kansas statute 75-7044. The function of each JCAB is to develop a local comprehensive plan to address the concerns that are impacting the youth within the community, which is then presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. JCAB directs state funds that are allocated to our district for prevention, intervention and graduated sanction programs for juveniles and acts as the oversight committee for the community to ensure that the comprehensive plan remains at its peak of effectiveness. JCAB meets a couple times a year to go through a process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the comprehensive plan in order to make modifications and to ensure maximum effectiveness with the funds available. The appointments are for a term of 3 years, and members can be reappointed for additional terms if desired.
Requirements: The applicant must be a Reno County educational professional.
Please fill out an application online (Online Application Here). Paper applications (PDF Here) may be brought to Administration at the County Courthouse at 206 W 1st Avenue. For more information about the Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board, call 620-694-2500.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
- Senior Patrol
- Sheriff's Reserve
- Volunteer Center of Reno County
- United Way of Reno County
Employment Opportunities - Join the Reno County Team, view available positions here.
Check out our volunteer Gary Ediger!!! He is so much fun to have at the courthouse!
Related Links
- Budgets - navigate to Budgets page
- Districts Map - navigate to Districts Map page
- Documents - navigate to Documents page
- Guidelines for Presentations to the Board - navigate to Guidelines for Presentations to the Board page
- Organizational Chart - navigate to Organizational Chart page
- Roles of Commission and Administrator - navigate to Roles of Commission and Administrator page
- Appraiser - navigate to Appraiser page
- Clerk's Office - navigate to Clerk's Office page
- District Attorney - navigate to District Attorney page
- Register of Deeds Office - navigate to Register of Deeds Office page
- Sheriff's Office - navigate to Sheriff's Office page
- Tag and Taxes - Treasurer's Office - navigate to Tag and Taxes - Treasurer's Office page