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
Meeting
Senior Citizen Commission Meeting
Senior Citizen Commission Meeting
Classes & Programs
Gleaners Mobile Community Food Pantry - Oct. 20, 2026
Enter at the intersection of Reckinger Rd and Greenfield Rd. Food distribution occurs at the back entrance of the Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave.
Meeting
Demolition Board of Appeals
Demolition Board of Appeals
Meeting
City Beautiful Commission
City Beautiful Commission
Meeting
City Council Meeting - Oct. 20, 2026
City Council Meeting
Meeting
East Dearborn Downtown Development Authority Board Meeting
East Dearborn Downtown Development Authority Board Meeting
Meeting
West Dearborn Downtown Development Authority Board Meeting
West Dearborn Downtown Development Authority Board Meeting
Meeting
Housing Commission Meeting - Oct. 21, 2026
Rescheduled Housing Commission Meeting
Classes & Programs
Rain Garden Spruce-Up Class - Oct. 21, 2026
Join your Friends at Henry Ford Centennial Library to spruce up the rain gardens. All ages and gardening experience welcome.
Meeting
Pension Board Meeting
Pension Board Meeting
Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Camp Dearborn & Mystic Creek
Camp Dearborn Halloween Weekends (Oct. 23-Oct. 25)
Camp Dearborn Halloween Weekends:
- Campsite reservations can be made online
- All events & activities, such as magic shows, boo bash, dances, trick-or-treating, crafts, and games are complimentary for overnight, registered guests only