By 1808Delaware
Are you passionate about Delaware’s growth, quality of life, and sense of community? The City of Delaware is offering a unique opportunity for residents to get directly involved in shaping the decisions that guide our neighborhoods, services, and development. Several key boards and commissions are currently seeking new members, and your perspective could make all the difference.
Openings Available Now
Whether you’re a longtime resident or newer to town, this is your chance to lend your time and talent to a meaningful cause. Open seats are currently available on the following city bodies:
- Board of Zoning Appeals
Term: 3 years
Eligibility: Third Ward resident
Help shape the look and feel of Delaware’s neighborhoods by reviewing land-use appeals and zoning decisions. - Civil Service Commission
Term: 6 years
Eligibility: Any resident
Play a vital role in maintaining fair and transparent hiring practices for city employees. - Planning Commission
Term: 3 years
Eligibility: First Ward resident
Influence the city’s long-term growth by reviewing new development proposals and planning initiatives. - Delaware North New Community Authority
Term: 2 years
Eligibility: Any resident
Get involved with one of the city’s newest planning efforts designed to foster community-building and innovation.
Public Service with Public Impact
These are unpaid, volunteer positions, but they offer a front-row seat to the decisions that shape Delaware’s future. Each board or commission typically meets once a month, and all meetings are open to the public. Interested residents are encouraged to attend a meeting before applying to get a feel for the work and responsibilities involved.
How to Learn More and Apply
To find more details about each board, commission, or committee—and to submit your application online—visit the official city website here:
👉 Boards, Commissions & Committees
You can also reach out to the City Council Clerk directly by calling 740–203-1013 or sending an email with your questions.
And if you’re not sure which ward you live in, you can confirm it quickly using the Delaware Ward Map.
Your Voice Matters
Serving on a city board is more than a civic duty—it’s a chance to shape your community’s direction, meet engaged neighbors, and leave a lasting impact. If you’ve been looking for a way to get involved, now’s the time to raise your hand.
Source: City of Delaware; Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
