Boards and Commissions

Board and Commission Volunteer Opportunities Available

Are you looking for a way to serve your community? The City needs volunteers to serve on Boards and Commissions. These roles provide a way for you to give back and provide input on city matters. Members are appointed by the Mayor subject to the approval of the City Council. We currently have openings for the following opportunities. To apply, please complete the application form available here or in-person at the City Clerk’s Office.

The following boards are actively seeking members to fill vacancies:

Board of Review – 2 Members
The Board of Review consists of 6 citizens (5 members and 1 alternate) who live in the City. The Board of Review meets on several occasions throughout the year but its primary duty is to hear property valuation and classification appeals when it meets in March. Board members receive a stipend for meetings and training is provided by the City. The 2023 Board of Review meetings are scheduled on the following dates:
• Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 10:00 am
• Monday March 13, 2023 from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, July 18, 2022 at 10:00 am
• Tuesday, December 13, 2023 at 10:00 am

Downtown Development Authority – 3 Members
The Downtown Development Authority Board is made up of 9 members who serve to promote economic growth, increase property tax valuation, halt property value deterioration where possible in the business district. The DDA Board is tasked with developing long-range plans for the downtown district and implement such plans to advance the economic growth of the area. The Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm at City Hall Council Chambers.

Airport Advisory Board – 1 Member
The Airport Advisory Board is established to provide advice and recommendations to the City Council, City Manager, and Airport Manager on the maintenance, procedures, and policies related to the operation of the Fitch H. Beach Municipal Airport. The Board includes five members who serve three-year terms, along with three non-voting ex-officio members. The Advisory Board meets at Fitch Beach Airport, 1325 Island Hwy, Charlotte at 8:00 a.m. the 3rd Monday of January, April, July, and October.

The following is a list of the various City boards/commissions that are made up of residents of Charlotte who volunteer to serve. The members are appointed by the Mayor with confirmation from City Council.  To contact the Mayor please click here.

  • Airport Advisory
  • Board of Review
  • Camp Frances Board
  • Charlotte Recreation Cooperative Board
  • Elected Officials Compensation Committee
  • District Library Board
  • Downtown Development Authority
  • LDFA & Brownfield Development Authority
  • Park Advisory Board
  • Planning Commission

Please note, certain boards and commissions have specific membership requirements due to city or state regulations. Interested? Apply by clicking here and returning the form to the City Clerk, or visit the City Clerk’s office for a paper form