GOVERNOR'S COMMISSION ON SERVICE

ORIGIN & FUNCTIONS

The Governor's Commission on Service was formed by the Governor in January 1994 (Executive Order 01.01.1994.01). At that time, the Commission assumed responsibilities of the Governor's Advisory Board on Service and Citizenship, and the Governor's Volunteer Council. In January 1997, the Commission was placed under the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

The Commission oversees Maryland's participation in the National and Community Trust Act of 1993. The Act requires participating states to develop, update, and implement a three-year strategic plan for service programs. Submitted in May 1994, the plan sets funding and program priorities for allocation of federal funds in Maryland. With the Governor's approval, the Commission may apply to the Corporation for National Service and other public and private sources for additional funding.

Appointed by the Governor, the Commission has up to twenty-five members who serve three-year terms. The Governor names the Executive Director.

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