NEWS RELEASE


                                       July 12, 2007


	The Pennington County Board of Commissioners is now accepting applications from 
individuals who are interested in serving on the Rapid City/Pennington County Air Quality 
Board.  One member at large is needed to fill a term that expires August 31, 2007.  This is a three 
year term that begins September 1, 2007.
	Service in this position is voluntary and no compensation will be derived.  Board 
members are expected to attend the six regularly scheduled meetings during each year, as well as 
any special meetings which may be called if needs arise.
	Persons interested in applying for this position must be a resident of Pennington County 
and are asked to submit a brief background statement to the Pennington County Commissioners 
Office, Pennington County Courthouse, 315 St. Joseph Street, Suite 156, Rapid City, SD 57701.
	For any additional information, please contact the Air Quality Division at 394-4157.
	All responses must be received prior to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 15, 2007.