The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking nominations to its Boating Safety Advisory Council. The commission is looking for individuals to represent boating interests in the areas of safety education and fishing and angling. The deadline for submitting applications is Aug. 19.

The council assists and advises the commission on administration of its boating safety program, which provides information and education on safe and environmentally sound boating practices to agencies, organizations and individuals statewide. The program also works closely with local marine law enforcement agencies, U.S. Power Squadrons, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and other boating safety educational organizations to assist their information, education and law enforcement efforts.

Council members may be reimbursed for travel and other expenses when attending council meetings. The council meets four times a year, typically on a weekday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

These appointments will fill two vacant positions that run through Dec. 31, 2012. Appointments will be made by Oct. 1, 2010.

To obtain applications for appointment to the council or for further information, call 360-902-8847 or e-mail Susan.kavanaugh@parks.wa.gov.