If you are interested in applying to be on a board or committee, you may fill out an application and fax it to (940) 349-8596 or bring it to the City Manager's Office at City Hall at 215 E. McKinney. Any question regarding boards and commissions can be e-mailed to the City Secretary at
jennifer.walters@cityofdenton.com.
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Airport Advisory Board
The seven member Airport Advisory Board advises the City Council and/or City Manager on airport operations to include lease agreements, development policy, grant projects, and/or the budget. The day-to-day operation of the airport is the responsibility of the City Manager and Airport Manager. The Board is appointed by the City Council.
The Board meets the second Wednesday of the month, as needed, at 5:30 p.m. at the Airport Terminal Building.
The Airport Division of the Transportation Department serves as the liaison for the Airport Advisory Board. If you have specific questions regarding the Airport Advisory Board, please contact the Airport at (940) 349-7736.
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee assists the City in complying with the provisions of the Animal Shelter Act and makes recommendations to the City Council regarding methods and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with the Act. There are seven members appointed by the City Council on this Committee.
The Committee meets the third Wednesday of the month every three months, at 10:30 a.m. at the Animal Services Department.
The Police Department serves as the liaison for the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee. If you have specific questions regarding the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, please contact the Police Department at (940) 349-7598.
Capital Improvement Program Oversight Committee
The Capital Improvement Oversight Committee monitors, evaluates, and reports the progress of the Five Year Capital Improvement Program authorized by the voters for the current bond program and funds remaining from previous programs. The Committee shall also make recommendations to the City Council for all projects in the miscellaneous paving improvements, traffic signals, trails/linkages, beautification, and sidewalk/bikeway funding categories. The five members of this Committee are appointed by the City Council and have recently served as chair and/or co-chair or project team chair person for the most recent capital bond program.
The Committee meets as needed, at City Hall.
The General Manager of Water/Wastewater Utilities serves as the liaison for the Capital Improvement Oversight Committee. If you have specific questions regarding the Capital Improvement Oversight Committee, please contact the General Manager of Water/Wastewater Utilities at (940) 349-7150.
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission ensures compliance with Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code governing police and fire. The duties of the Commission include approval of eligibility hiring lists and holding of hearings, upon appeal, on matters of promotions, performance, reclassifications, and other Civil Service issues. The Commission has three members appointed by the City Manager and confirmed by the City Council.
The Commission typically meets the fourth Thursday of the month, as needed, at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall East or Central Fire Station.
The Human Resource Department serves as the liaison for the Civil Service Commission. If you have specific questions regarding the Civil Service Commission, please contact the Human Resource Department at (940) 349-8340.
Community Development Advisory Committee
The Community Development Advisory Committee holds public hearings and makes decisions regarding the expenditure of federal Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnership Program monies. The nine members of the Committee are appointed by the City Council.
The Committee meets, as needed, during lunch or in the evening at City Hall East.
The Community Development Division of the Planning & Zoning Department serves as the liaison for the Community Development Advisory Committee. If you have specific questions regarding the Community Development Advisory Committee, please contact Community Development at (940) 349-7726.
Denton Housing Authority Board
The Denton Housing Authority prepares, acquires, leases, and operates housing projects. The Board also investigates housing conditions to determine when and where an economically depressed neighborhood exists, identifies revitalization areas, and provides accommodations for persons of low income. Although all five members are appointed by the Mayor, the Housing Authority Board operates independently from the City of Denton.
The Board meets the fourth Tuesday of the month, as needed, at 5:30p.m. at the Denton Housing Authority Administration Building.
The Denton Housing Authority serves as the liaison for the Denton Housing Authority Board. If you have specific questions regarding the Denton Housing Authority Board, please contact the Denton Housing Authority at (940) 383-1504.
Economic Development Partnership Board
The Economic Development Partnership Board provides economic development policy guidance and makes recommendations to the City Council and Chamber of Commerce. The seven members shall consist of two representatives from City Council at the time of their original appointment, two from Chamber board of directors at the time of their original appointment who reside or work in the city, two that are employed by a top twenty City of Denton ad valorem or sales tax payer who reside or work in the city, the president of UNT or his/her designee who does not have a city residency requirement. To aid the City Council in making appointments to the Board, the City Council will appoint two City Council members and one Chamber of Commerce member to act as a nominating committee. After evaluating the recommended nominees, the Committee will present to the City Council a slate of board nominees for City Council approval.
The Board meets monthly, as needed, at 11:30 a.m. at City Hall or the Chamber of Commerce.
The Economic Development staff serves as the liaison for the Economic Development Partnership Board. If you have specific questions regarding the Economic Development Partnership, Board please contact Economic Development at (940) 349-7776.
Health & Building Standards Commission
The Health & Building Standards Commission reviews the latest edition of the International Code Council family of building codes, including the International Building Code, the International Residential Code, the International Fire Code, the International Plumbing Code, and the International Mechanical Code, etc. The Health & Building Standards Commission also reviews the latest edition of the National Electrical Code and recommends amendments to each of these codes to the City Council. The Commission reviews sub-standard properties and consumer health issues. The Commission hears appeals from citizens concerning building code interpretations and decisions of the building official or fire marshal. The Commission also hears certain citizen requests for variances to the building codes. The Commission consists of seven members appointed by the City Council.
The Commission meets the third Thursday of the month, as needed, at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall.
The Building Inspection Department serves as the liaison for the Health & Building Standards Commission. If you have specific questions regarding the Health & Building Standards Commission, please contact Building Inspections at (940) 349-8360.
Historic Landmark Commission
The Historic Landmark Commission recommends to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council those buildings, structures, sites, districts, and areas in the city that the Commission has determined should be preserved and designated as historic landmarks. The Commission also regulates design review for designated properties and districts. The Commission has nine members appointed by the City Council.
The Commission meets the second Monday of the month, as needed, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.
The Planning & Zoning Department serves as the liaison for the Historic Landmark Commission. If you have specific questions regarding the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact the Planning & Zoning Department at (940) 349-8541.
Human Services Advisory Committee
The Human Services Advisory Committee serves in an advisory capacity to encourage continuous evaluation of the human services delivery system; and to recommend actions and funding to City Council regarding City of Denton human services. The eleven members of this Committee are appointed by the City Council.
The Committee meets, as needed, during lunch or in the evening at City Hall East.
The Community Development Division of the Planning & Zoning Department serves as the liaison for the Human Services Advisory Committee. If you have specific questions regarding the Human Services Advisory Committee, please contact Community Development at (940) 349-7726.
Library Board
The Library Board serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council to recommend policies for the operation of the library system. The Board also provides citizen input to the City Council and recommends fees for Council consideration. The seven members of the Board are appointed by the City Council.
The Board meets the second Monday of the month, as needed, at 6:00 p.m. at one of the three branch locations of the Denton Public Library system on a rotating basis.
The Library Department serves as the liaison for the Library Board. If you have specific questions regarding the Library Board, please contact the Library Department at (940) 349-8755.
Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board
The Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council to recommend improvements to park and recreation programs. The Board is charged to stimulate public interest in the development and maintenance of parks and playgrounds; to promote close cooperation between the City and private citizens so that all park and recreational facilities are used to their maximum benefit; and pursuant to the Charter, make recommendations regarding the appearance, beautification, and environment of the city. The seven members of the Board are appointed by the City Council.
The Board meets the first Monday of the month, as needed, at 6:00 p.m. at the Civic Center.
The Parks & Recreation Department serves as the liaison for the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board. If you have specific questions regarding the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at (940) 349-7275.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The seven member Planning and Zoning Commission makes decisions or recommendations to the City Council regarding the Comprehensive Plan, the Development Code, zoning regulations, long-range planning, zoning changes, platting, and other development-related policies as required or permitted by State law or Council policy. The members of the Commission are appointed by the City Council.
The Commission meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, as needed, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
The Planning & Zoning Department serves as the liaison for the Planning & Zoning Commission. If you have specific questions regarding the Planning & Zoning Commission, please contact the Planning & Zoning Department at (940) 349-8541.
Public Art Committee
The nine member Public Art Committee makes recommendations to the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board and City Council on the commissioning, placing, and the installation of public art; implementation of funding mechanism(s) for public art; effective and efficient management of public art; ongoing maintenance of public art; and the accessioning, deaccessioning, and re-siting of public art. Seven members of the Committee are nominated and appointed by the City Council. Two members are nominated and represent the Greater Denton Arts Council and are approved by the City Council.
The Committee meets the second Thursday of the month, as needed, at 4:00 p.m. at the Civic Center.
The Parks & Recreation Department serves as the liaison for the Public Art Committee. If you have specific questions regarding the Public Art Committee, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at (940) 349-8272.
Public Utilities Board
The seven member Public Utilities Board reviews the department of utilities budget and makes recommendations to the City Council in the format required by the City Manager. The Public Utilities Board is authorized to expend funds for information and advertising. All matters relating to utility policies, capital projects, rates, and the sale and issuance of utility bonds are submitted to the board for review and recommendation prior to Council consideration. The Public Utilities Board makes recommendations for the Capital Improvement Program pursuant to the provisions in the City Charter. All members of the Board are appointed by City Council.
The Board meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month, as needed at 9:00 a.m. at the Service Center.
The Utilities Department serves as the liaison for the Public Utilities Board. If you have specific questions regarding the Public Utilities Board, please contact the Utilities Department at (940) 349-8230.
Traffic Safety Commission
The nine member Traffic Safety Commission reviews community traffic-related safety issues regarding traffic control device development and operation, public parking restrictions, roadway speed limit designations, street traffic flow considerations, loading zone delineation and other traffic related items consistent with Ordinance No. 2002-040. This Committee provides policy position and traffic safety recommendations to City Council for consideration. All members are appointed by the City Council.
The Commission meets the first Monday of the month, as needed, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.
The Engineering Department serves as the liaison for the Traffic Safety Commission. If you have specific questions regarding the Traffic Safety Commission, please contact Engineering at (940) 349-8910.
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Zoning Board of Adjustment provides a vehicle for citizens to appeal zoning interpretations and decisions of the Building Official, and request variances from the zoning and sign regulations in the Denton Development Code. The Board may also make final decisions regarding changes, the reestablishment, or termination of nonconforming uses within the City. The Board has seven members and three alternate members appointed by the City Council.
The Board meets the last Monday of the month, as needed, at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall.
The Planning & Zoning Department serves as the liaison for the Zoning Board of Adjustment. If you have specific questions regarding the Zoning Board of Adjustment, please contact the Planning & Zoning Department at (940) 349-8541.