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
Arts & Culture Commission
Board of Ethics
Board of Review
Board of Safety Engineers
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
Pension Boards
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

Important Date

Good Friday (The Center OPEN)

Good Friday (The Center OPEN)
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Art Gallery Arty Party

Art Gallery Arty Party
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EARLY WARNING SIREN TEST

EARLY WARNING SIREN TEST
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Easter Sunday (DAC, Courts, Libraries, The Center, DISC CLOSED)

Easter Sunday (DAC, Courts, Libraries, The Center, DISC CLOSED)
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Joint DDA Executive Committee Meeting

Joint DDA Executive Committee Meeting
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CANCELED - Demolition Hearing Officer Meeting

The Demolition Hearing Officer Meeting scheduled for April 8, 2026, has been canceled.
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Important Date

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

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

Housing Commission Meeting - April 8, 2026

Housing Commission Meeting
Kennedy Plaza, 5111 Bingham, Community Room
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Housing Commission Meeting

Housing Commission Meeting
(Kennedy Plaza)
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Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (held Jointly with EDC)

Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (held Jointly with EDC)
(DAC)
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Meeting

CANCELED - Building Board of Appeals Meeting

The Building Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 8, 2026, has been canceled.
(DAC)
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Library Commission Meeting

Library Commission Meeting
(DPL)
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