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
Elections & Voting
General Election Day
General Election Day
Elections & Voting
Deadline to Return Mail-In Ballots for November Election
Deadline to Return Mail-In Ballots for November Election
Classes & Programs
Gleaners Mobile Community Food Pantry - Nov. 3, 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.
Classes & Programs
Liquid Nutrition Distributed
Liquid Nutrition Distributed
Elections & Voting
City Clerk's office opens to the public at 12 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
The City Clerk's office will open to the public beginning at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026.
Classes & Programs
Dearborn Historical Society Lecture
Dearborn Historical Society Lecture
Meeting
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
City Event
Dearborn Symphony Concert
Dearborn Symphony Concert
Important Date
EARLY WARNING SIREN TEST
EARLY WARNING SIREN TEST
Meeting
Special Meeting of the City Council - Nov. 10, 2026
The Dearborn City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, at the Dearborn Administrative Center.
Camp Dearborn & Mystic Creek
MI Bright Lights 5K Fun Walk/Run Event
MI Bright Lights 5K Fun Walk/Run Event: Entry Fees, Times, and Event Details to be announced.
Camp Dearborn & Mystic Creek
MI Bright Lights at Camp Dearborn 5K Fun Walk/Run
MI Bright Lights at Camp Dearborn 5K Fun Walk/Run