The City's various boards, commissions, and committees assist in the governance of the community and Dallas residents are encouraged to participate. Serving on a board, commission or committee is a rewarding way for you to engage with the community. Most are advisory to City Council while others provide expertise or review policies. The Mayor recommends and the City Council appoints all board, commission and committee members.

Vacancies

 The City of Dallas currently has the following current or upcoming vacancies:

• Dallas Budget Committee (4)
• Dallas Planning Commission (2)
• Dallas Parks Advisory Board (1)

If you are interested in serving on any of these boards, please complete a Citizen Committee Interest Form and your application will be considered by the Mayor for appointment with consent from the City Council.  For more information, call 503.831.3502.

Budget Committee

Each spring, the Budget Committee meets to review and recommend a budget for the City’s next fiscal year. Read More...

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is an advisory board to the City of Dallas to oversee economic development activities. Read more...

Library Board

The Library Board develops and recommends to the Council long-range plans for library services, investigates funding sources, and other duties that are outlined in Dallas City Code. Read more...

Parks Advisory Board

The Parks Advisory Board plans for future park and recreation areas and facilities as well as the maintenance of existing areas and facilities and generally encourages community interest in parks and recreation. Read More... 

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is the primary land-use decision making body for the City. Read More...

Urban Renewal District Advisory Committee

The Urban Renewal District Advisory Committee (URDAC) is a citizen committee that was formed to make recommendations to the Urban Renewal Agency regarding Urban Renewal matters in downtown Dallas. Read More...