Loading Create an Account Sign In Search LIVE WORK VISIT GOVERNMENT RESIDENT HELP HomeGovernmentBoards & Commissions Boards & Commissions Boards & Commissions Volunteers The City Council appoints volunteers to numerous City Boards, Commissions, and Committees to serve fellow citizens and City Council in an advisory capacity and/or in carrying out functions required by city code and state statute. For more information, please reference Ordinance Number 2018-12-53. Appointments & Orientation The City Secretary's Office maintains a file of applicants interested in being considered by City Council for appointment as a board or commission member. Applications are solicited as often as necessary during the year to provide a pool of applicants. Appointments are generally made by the City Council in December of each year. Terms are effective immediately. Orientation and training are provided to appointees. Terms Appointments may be made for a full term or to fill an unexpired term. Terms for board and commission members are generally 2 years, but terms are determined by the specific board or commission. Alternate members serve a 1-year term. Board and commission members may be considered for reappointment. Apply to Serve Volunteers are vital to the city. We encourage you to submit an application today. It's a great way to be involved at a local level and enhance the quality of life in Lancaster. Airport Advisory Board Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Capital Improvement Advisory Committee Civil Service Commission Economic Development Corporation Historic Landmark Preservation Committee Library Advisory Board Museum Advisory Board Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Planning & Zoning Commission Property Standards & Appeals Board Recreational Development Corporation Youth Advisory Committee Zoning Board of Adjustments POLICE DEPARTMENT FIRE DEPARTMENT CONCERNS & QUESTIONS ONLINE PAYMENTS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AGENDAS & MINUTES LIBRARY SERVICES PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT US City of Lancaster 211 N Henry Street Lancaster, TX 75146 Ph: 972-218-1300 Driving Directions FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS When does my trash get picked up? What are the park hours? Do I have to register my burglar alarm? What are the Library hours? HELPFUL LINKS Accessibility Calendar Contact Us Copyright Notices Home News Trash Collection Schedule Translate