Boards, Committees, Commissions

The City of Newark relies on an engaged citizenry to assist with many aspects of governing our City, guiding decision making processes and providing avenues for appeals of decisions, through a system of boards and commissions that are appointed by the Mayor and City Council.

Please click here for a complete list of all boards, committees, and commissions, including information about the purpose and current membership of each of these bodies.

Not sure which position you may be eligible for? A map of the Council districts can be found here.

If you are interested in serving on a board, committee, or commission, please complete the application here or contact the city secretary’s office at (302) 366-7000 for more information. Vacancies, if and when they occur, will be posted on this page.

Open Boards and Commissions Positions (Updated August 29, 2023)

Board of Adjustment

At-Large - Four-year term to expire September 15, 2027

Board of Building, Fire, Property Maintenance and Sidewalk Appeals:

At-Large (Builder) – Vacant five-year term to expire August 31, 2025
At-Large (Professional Engineer) – Five-year term to expire August 31, 2027
At-Large (Alternate) – Vacant five-year term to expire August 31, 2025
At-Large (Structural Engineer) - five-year term to expire August 31, 2028

Community Development/Revenue Sharing Advisory Committee:

At-Large (Business Community Representative) – Vacant three-year term to expire March 15, 2026
District 2 – Vacant three-year term to expire March 15, 2026
District 3 – Three-year term to expire March 15, 2026
District 5 - Three-year term to expire March 15, 2026
District 6 – Vacant three-year term to expire March 15, 2025

Conservation Advisory Committee: