How Do I Apply for the Washington County RAP Board? Quick Answer
Washington County posted a notice on Nov. 9, 2026 that there are four vacancies on its Recreation, Arts and Parks (RAP) Board. To be considered, submit a Notice of Candidacy form to the County Commission office on or before Dec. 7, 2026. The terms run through Dec. 31, 2030.
Who Qualifies?
The notice lists one qualification: you must be a registered voter residing in Washington County. That includes residents of any city or town in the county and of unincorporated areas.
How to Apply
- Get the Notice of Candidacy form from the county's online notice or at the County Commission office, 111 E. Tabernacle St., St. George.
- Turn it in at that office in person, or by email to the address on the notice.
- Deadline: Dec. 7, 2026.
- The County Commission will make the appointments in a public meeting after the application period closes.
What Does the RAP Board Do?
The county describes RAP as its recreation, arts and parks cultural funding, often called the RAP tax. The board advises on that funding, which reaches the kinds of places and groups in our parks listings and arts and culture guide. The notice does not say how often the board meets.
Other County Decisions to Watch
The commission recently awarded tourism tax money to six events, is seeking a builder for the Dixie Convention Center expansion and took applications through Nov. 6 for three water district board seats.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Washington County RAP Board?
Submit a completed Notice of Candidacy form to the Washington County Commission office at 111 E. Tabernacle St. in St. George, in person or by email, on or before Dec. 7, 2026. The form is on the county's notice.
Who can serve on the Washington County RAP Board?
The county's notice says an applicant must be a registered voter residing in Washington County.
How long is a RAP Board term?
The four open seats have terms expiring Dec. 31, 2030.
