Volunteers needed for Medford boards & commissions
From the Welcome Committee to the Council on Aging to Traffic volunteers are needed to fill vacancies across a number of boards.
Want to get involved in the community, but not sure how? You have at least 13 chances.
Multiple boards and commissions are seeking to fill vacancies and Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn is urging everyone to apply.
“Becoming a member of one of the city’s boards or commissions is a great way to be more engaged and involved with so many important projects and policies throughout the city,” she said.
Residents who are interested in serving on any of the boards and commissions listed below should complete the Board and Commission Interest Form available at medfordma.org/boards-commissions.
If you are in need of a physical form, stop by the Mayor’s Office at Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Room 202.
In addition to the boards and commissions below, residents are always encouraged to submit letters of interest for any board of commission listed on our website. Should vacancies become available on any city board or commission in the future, we will contact you for opportunities within your area of interest.
Residents of all backgrounds and abilities are invited to apply and not just for the vacant seats listed below. According the Lungo-Koehn’s office, residents are always encouraged to submit letters or interest for any board or commission listed on the website. If vacancies become available in the future, the mayor’s office will contact residents within their area of interest.
“It can be a big commitment but is also tremendously rewarding to see your work valued and supported,” Lungo-Koehn said. “I encourage everyone to apply.”
Current openings include:
Bicycle Advisory Commission
The Bicycle Advisory Commission is here to encourage those who live, work and travel in Medford, to ride bikes. The commission educates road users on how to ride and drive safely, advises the city on ways to improve our infrastructure, and organizes our local community of cyclists.
The Bicycle Advisory Commission is an Ad Hoc commission.
Board of Health
The Board of Health’s mission is to improve, preserve and protect the health of the citizens of Medford. The board will advocate for a safe environment, for the reduction of known health risks, and for the application of known preventive health measures. And it will enact its mission through the health agents and staff and in cooperation with other local, state, and federal agencies and departments.
Commission for Persons with Disabilities
The mission of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities is to provide persons with disabilities equal opportunity and access to, as well as participation in, education, employment, and public and private services in Medford through advocacy, awareness, and enforcement.
Community Development Board
The Community Development Board consists of seven members, six of which are appointed by the Mayor and one by the state. The board’s responsibilities include administration of the Subdivision Control Law, conducting site plan review for major projects, reviewing and recommending changes to the zoning ordinance, and general planning to guide growth and development in a coordinated and comprehensive manner.
Community Garden Commission
The Community Garden Commission works to enhance the quality of urban life and build community bonds by creating and sustaining a gardening network that promotes the benefits of “green” and sustainable gardening practices.
Conservation Commission
The Medford Conservation Commission is responsible for the administration of environmental laws and policies, open space protection and management, water management, and preservation of natural features of the environment.
Council on Aging
The Medford Council on Aging is to be the primary advocate for the city’s older adults. To that end, the COA evaluates, promotes, encourages, and provides new and existing services that are intended to enhance the quality of the lives of elder residents.
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission works to preserve and protect the city’s historic character and heritage in order to sustain and improve the significance of Medford’s place in American history.
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission consists of members appointed by the Mayor and interested in historic preservation. The commission membership is generally made up of residents of the individual districts, real estate professionals, architects, preservationists, attorneys, and interested citizens.
The Medford Historic District Commission is separate from, but works in tandem with, the Medford Historical Commission.
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees is tasked with overseeing the operations and policies of the Medford Public Library.
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission sets policy around the city’s parking procedures, traffic regulations and road accessibility. It meets on the second Tuesday of every month.
Water and Sewer Commission
The Water and Sewer Division provides for the maintenance and repair of the water and sewer infrastructure throughout the city.
Welcoming Committee
The Welcoming Committee is made up of a diverse group of residents and businesses to design resource guides, and work to support new residents and businesses to the city.
