Boards & Commissions
The Boards and Commissions of the City of Dearborn are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and fostering the growth of our vibrant community. They strive to engage residents, leverage their expertise, and work collaboratively with the City to shape policies, make informed decisions, and promote inclusivity and transparency. Their mission is to serve as a bridge between the citizens and city leadership, promoting the well-being and prosperity of Dearborn.
Board and Commission Information
Apply to a Board or Commission
Commission and board members serve in a voluntary capacity. If you are interested in serving on a board or commission, apply at the following link.
Current Vacancies:
- - Animal Care & Welfare Services Committee
- - Board of Ethics
- - Board of Review
- - Board of Safety Engineers (Boiler Operations)
- - Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
- - Board of Trustees Chapter 22
- - Board of Trustees Chapter 23
- - Building Board of Appeals
- - City Beautiful Commission
- - Dearborn Arts & Culture Commission
- - Dearborn Historical Advisory Commission
- - Demolition Board of Appeals
- - Disability Concerns Commission
- - Dix-Vernor Business District Improvement Authority
- - East Dearborn Downtown Development Authority
- - Economic Development Corporation
- - Election Commission
- - Environmental Commission
- - Historical Preservation Commission
- - Housing Commission
- - Language ACCESS Committee
- - Library Commission
- - Local Officials Compensation Commission
- - Parks & Recreation Commission
- - Planning Commission
- - Senior Citizens Commission
- - Tax Penalty Waiver Committee
- - Traffic Safety Commission
- - Warren BDIA
- - Water System Advisory Council
- - West Dearborn DDA
- - Zoning Board of Appeals
Meetings & Events
View the City of Dearborn's calendar for meeting and event dates and information.
Upcoming Meetings & Events
City Event
Motor City Brass Band Concert
Motor City Brass Band Concert
Important Date
Loose Leaf Collection Begins
Loose Leaf Collection Begins
Classes & Programs
Five-Week Session Tuesday/Thursday Swim Lessons Begin
Five-Week Session Tuesday/Thursday Swim Lessons Begin
Meeting
Warren Business District Improvement Authority Board Meeting
Warren Business District Improvement Authority Board Meeting
Classes & Programs
Dearborn Specials Halloween Craft Night
Dearborn Specials Halloween Craft Night
Meeting
CANCELED - Demolition Board of Appeals - Oct. 27, 2026
The Demolition Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for Oct. 27, 2026, has been canceled.
Meeting
Study Session of the Dearborn City Council - Oct. 27, 2026
There will be a Study Session of the Dearborn City Council at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, in Conference Room 1B of the Dearborn Administrative Center, 16901 Michigan Ave.
The Council will not take any action or vote on any matter at the meeting. The study session is a public meeting of the City Council.
Meeting
Special Meeting of the City Council - Oct. 27, 2026
The Dearborn City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, in Conference Room 1B at the Dearborn Administrative Center.
Meeting
Dix Vernor Business District Improvement Authority Board Meeting
Dix Vernor Business District Improvement Authority Board Meeting
Meeting
Dix Vernor Business District Improvement Authority Board Meeting
Dix Vernor Business District Improvement Authority Board Meeting
Meeting
Dearborn Historical Commission Meeting
Dearborn Historical Commission Meeting
Classes & Programs
Session 2 Dearborn Specials Swim Night
Session 2 Dearborn Specials Swim Night