City Boards and Commissions
The City has several boards and commissions comprised of volunteer residents. The boards have different purposes – some established by State law and others by City government – but they all help Council and staff with planning, setting policy, and enacting relevant rules and ordinances. Learn more about each board by clicking on the following links.
Board of Review
Downtown Development Authority
Harbor Commission
Parks and Recreation Board
Planning Commission
Tree Advisory Board
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Committees
Boards and Commissions Handbook
Citizen Participation Application
The City of Harbor Springs encourages all citizens to participate in local government. The involvement of citizens in the political process is an essential part of democracy. Citizen involvement increases government transparency, allows for additional perspectives, and addresses business owner and property owners shared/opposed view points needed for the development of sound municipal policies. The City of Harbor Springs has a Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Harbor Commission, Downtown Development Authority, and a Tree Advisory Board. You may apply to serve on more than one board if desired by filling out the below Citizen Participation Application. Please submit your Citizen Participation Application at the City of Harbor Springs, 160 Zoll, Harbor Springs, MI 49740.
Harbor Springs Citizen Participation Application (Fillable Form Here)
Boards Commissions Recruitment Process
Openings
In December, City Council will make appointments or reappointments to the following boards and commissions for terms beginning in January 2025. If you are interested in applying to serve, please read the Boards & Commissions Recruitment Process for more details and submit a Citizen Participation Application.
Board of Review — 2 open positions
Downtown Development Authority — 4 open positions
Harbor Commission — 2 open positions
Parks and Recreation — 3 open positions
Planning Commission — 3 open positions
Tree Advisory Board — 2 open positions
Zoning Board of Appeals — 3 open positions
