Statute/Authority
Number of Members
10
Number of Members Appointed by the Governor
Nine appointed by the Division of Energy director and one elected by the Missouri Weatherization Policy Advisory Council (MWPAC) membership.
Is Senate Confirmation Required?
No
Membership Composition
Missouri Weatherization Policy Advisory Council membership shall reflect the relevant groups whom the program represents, in particular low-income households, especially those that include the elderly, the physically disadvantaged and families with children. Membership shall include, but not be limited to, advocates of the Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program (LIWAP) clientele who manage or deliver LIWAP program services, or who participate in or have a history of activities advocating low-income interests, or are recipients or eligible recipients of the Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program. One member shall be elected by council members. Considerations shall be given to geographic and equitable representation of the state.
Terms
All appointments shall be for a term of three program years with three members' terms expiring each year. Reappointments shall be at the discretion of the director of the Division of Energy.
Political Affiliation
None
Compensation
None
Geographic Consideration
Statewide
Responsibilities of the Commission/Members
The council shall meet at least twice each year to consider the development of the subsequent year's Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program State Plan and the implementation and general status of the Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program.
Staff Contact
Program Director
Division of Energy
Lewis and Clark State Office Building
1101 Riverside Dr.
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-751-2254
Staff Assistant
Laurie Arnold
Division of Energy
Lewis and Clark State Office Building
1101 Riverside Dr.
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-526-7848
AGO Contact
None
Frequency of Meetings and Location(s)
Council shall meet at least twice a year. Meetings are held statewide.
Time Expended by Commissioners for Meetings and Preparations Thereof
10 hours total
Requirements for Inclusion of Items on Agenda
Open agenda
Public Comment Opportunities at Meetings
Open meetings
Nothing in this document may be used to implement any enforcement action or levy any penalty unless promulgated by rule under chapter 536 or authorized by statute.
For more information
Division of Energy
1101 Riverside Drive
P.O. Box 176
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0176
United States