West Hartford Needs Volunteers To Fill Out Multiple Boards/Commissions

Town of West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD, CT — The town is looking for myriad residents to fill out multiple openings on West Hartford's board and commissions.

The town is seeking residents interested in serving on one of more than 30 boards and commissions.

These boards and commissions provide advice and feedback to elected officials and town department leaders on matters that impact the welfare and quality of life in West Hartford.

The Town of West Hartford wants to ensure that the composition of its boards and commissions reflects the "breadth of the community's diversity in terms of cultural identities, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences," wrote the town in a recent announcement.

“We are fortunate that West Hartford has so many residents willing to share their expertise and knowledge on our Boards and Commissions. They provide valuable input to elected officials making important decisions that affect our town," said West Hartford Mayor Shari Cantor in a release.

"Our community's engagement is why West Hartford is continuously named one of the best places to live in Connecticut and the country."

How to apply? What boards have openings?

While applications are accepted anytime, the town encourages residents to apply where there are current vacancies using the new, easy-to-use application form.

The following boards and commissions seek new members:

• Board of Assessment Appeals
• Board of Assessors
• Design Review Advisory Committee
• Fair Rent
• Historic District
• Human Rights
• Parks & Recreation
• Pedestrian & Bicycle
• Pension
• Prevention Council
• Sustainable West Hartford Commission
• Town Planning & Zoning
• Veterans’ Affairs
• Zoning Board of Appeals

West Hartford’s boards and commissions webpage contains mission statements, agendas, minutes, and meeting dates.

Residents are welcome to attend any of the board and commission meetings to learn more.

To participate on a Board or Commission, West Hartford residents must be registered voters.

The ‘Expression of Interest’ form may be submitted electronically or by mail to: West Hartford Town Clerk’s Office, 50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT 06107.