Boards and Commissions

City Council encourages resident involvement in City government, relying on dedicated residents to serve the City as a volunteer on various Boards and Commissions.   

Through strong community support and participation, Northville provides quality services, creating a desirable community for our citizens.

To attract the most qualified individuals to serve on our Boards and Commissions, vacancies are announced at City Council Meetings, the website, City News, and social media. 

BOARD AND COMMISSION VACANCIES

Planning Commission 
City Council is accepting applications for qualified and interested volunteers to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission.  Click here for more information. 

Click here to submit an application.  The City Clerk's office contacts applicants to schedule an interview with the Board and Commission Selection Committee. All applications will be kept on file for future consideration. Applications accepted until January 21, 2020. ​

HOW TO APPLY

All boards and commissions (except Arts Commission)
Complete the online Board and Commission Service Application.  After completing the online application, it is automatically emailed to the City Clerk's office.  The application remains active for two years.  

When a vacancy occurs, applicants are contacted for an interview with the Board and Commission Selection Committee.  The Selection Committee, comprised of two Council Members, interviews applicants and makes an appointment recommendation to City Council.    


Arts Commission
Complete the Arts Commission application and submit the application to the Northville Arts Commission.  Submission address is noted on the application.  


Board and Commission Guidelines
City Council adopted Board and Commission Guidelines for all board and commission members.   Included with the these guidelines is the Standards of Conduct and Ethics as adopted by City Council in 1989.  Applicants are encouraged to review the guidelines before applying for service on a board or commission.