After a year serving on the Martha’s Vineyard Commission, Oak Bluffs select board member Brian Packish said at a meeting Tuesday he would not seek reappointment to the MVC.

Mr. Packish cited an unmanageable workload between his duties as a select board member and commissioner, noting he often missed meetings due to scheduling conflicts between the two bodies.

“I don’t think I can responsibly be on the board of selectmen and the Martha’s Vineyard Commission,” he said.

The board decided to advertise the position in an effort to get more qualified people involved in local government. Those interested can email abutler@oakbluffsma.gov.

“I think that the person should reflect the feelings of the board and not their own agenda,” select board member Gail Barmakian said. She said if no qualified candidates present themselves, she would be willing to serve on the commission. Ms. Barmakian served on the MVC prior to Mr. Packish.

The select board plans to make the appointment at its Jan. 11 meeting.

 — Aidan Pollard