The Board of County Commissioners on Aug. 19 appointed Tierney Maris to the Nederland EcoPass Public Improvement District advisory committee to fill the board’s single vacancy, acting on a recommendation from the town administrator.

Why it matters: Advisory committees for public improvement districts advise on district operations and local interests. The appointment fills an open seat recommended by the municipality.

Background: Robin Valdez of the commissioners’ office presented the recommendation, noting the town’s request for Maris to represent town interests on the advisory committee. Commissioners unanimously approved the appointment.