Public Governance

Boards and Committees

These boards and committees assist the city council by studying issues, creating policies, and ensuring public participation.

Library Committee

The library committee acts as a liaison between library staff and its users, providing advice, feedback, and policy recommendations to improve services, collections, and budgetary decisions.

For questions or assistance related to the Clay Public Library — including programs and events, library resources, community partnerships, or general feedback — please contact Councilor Rush, the City of Clay's Library Committee Liaison.

  • Cindy Godwin
  • Dr. JoNetta Terry
  • Dr. Sharon Gallant
  • Pam Hamilton

Finance Committee

The finance committee provides critical financial oversight, strategic planning, and accountability for public funds. Their core duties include developing and reviewing annual budgets, monitoring cash flow and debt, establishing fiscal policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing audit processes. They act as advisors to the full board or legislative body.

  • Carla Youngblood
    Councilor
  • Jody Harris
    Councilor
  • Mayor Jane Anderton
    Mayor

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board shapes community development by creating master plans, regulating land use, and reviewing development proposals. They guide growth to ensure safety and quality of life by enforcing zoning ordinances, recommending re-zonings to city council, and approving subdivision plats and site plans.

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) grants relief from strict zoning regulations to prevent "unnecessary hardships." It acts as a final appeal authority on administrative zoning decisions and approves specific exceptions, ensuring that unique property constraints do not prohibit reasonable use.

Clay Youth Sports Committee

The Clay Youth Sports Committee manages, organizes, and oversees Clay Youth Sports, focusing on player safety, compliance, scheduling, and volunteer management. They set operating rules, manage budgets, ensure safe environments, and promote sportsmanship for young athletes.

  • Alexis Banks
  • Bill Sorrell
  • Derek Rios
  • Joshua Cheek
  • Tiffany Cope-Cook