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
Animal Care & Welfare Services Committee
Board of Ethics
Board of Review
Board of Safety Engineers
Board of Trustees Retirement System Chapter 22
Board of Trustees Retirement System Chapter 23
Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
Building Board of Appeals
City Beautiful Commission
City Charter Commission
Civil Service 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 Advisory Commission
Housing Commission
Language Access Committee
Library Commission
Local Officials Compensation Commission
Parks & Recreation Commission
Planning Commission
Senior Citizens Commission
Traffic Safety Commission
Warren Business District Improvement Authority
Water System Advisory Council
West Dearborn Downtown Development Authority
Zoning Board of Appeals

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: 

  • - Board of Ethics
  • - Board of Safety Engineers (Boiler Operations)
  • - Building Board of Appeals
  • - City Beautiful Commission
  • - Dearborn Historical Advisory Commission
  • - Demolition Board of Appeals
  • - Disability Concerns Commission
  • - Dix-Vernor Business District Improvement Authority
  • - East Dearborn Downtown Development Authority
  • - Library Commission
  • - Parks & Recreation Commission
  • - Traffic Safety Commission
  • - Zoning Board of Appeals 
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Meetings & Events

View the City of Dearborn's calendar for meeting and event dates and information. 

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Upcoming Meetings & Events

Meeting

Committee of The Whole Meeting

Committee of The Whole Meeting
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City Event

Daddy-Daughter Dance

Daddy-Daughter Dance
(The Center)
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City Event

Dearborn Symphony Orchestra Concert

Dearborn Symphony Orchestra Concert
(The Center)
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City Event

Dearborn Daddy Daughter Dance

Daddy-Daughter Dance
(The Center)
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Meeting

CANCELED - Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Feb. 9, 2026, has been canceled.
(DAC)
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Meeting

Joint DDA Executive Committee Meeting

Joint DDA Executive Committee Meeting
(DAC)
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Classes & Programs

Dearborn Specials Dance

Dearborn Specials Dance
(The Center)
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Meeting

Special Meeting of the City Council - Feb. 10, 2026

Dearborn Administrative Center, 16901 Michigan Ave, Conference Room 1B
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Meeting

City Council Meeting - Feb. 10, 2026

City Council Meeting
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Classes & Programs

Five-Week Session Monday/Wednesday Swim Lessons Begins

Five-Week Session Monday/Wednesday Swim Lessons Begins
(The Center)
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Meeting

Demolition Hearing Officer Meeting

Demolition Hearing Officer Meeting
(DAC)
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City Event

Friends Of The Library-Dearborn (FOLD) Used Book Sale

Friends Of The Library-Dearborn (FOLD) Used Book Sale
(DPL)
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