The Deadline is December 11th! Please consider how to participate!
The City has begun the recruitment process for City boards. All existing board members whose terms expire in 2025 have the option to reapply, and notice has been given to the general public on available positions. For more information, visit the City’s “Board and Commissions” webpage under the Government tab.
Board and Commission Appointments for 2026
In December, City Council will make appointments or reappointments to the following boards and commissions for terms beginning in January 2026. 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 — 1 open position
Harbor Commission — 4 open positions
Parks and Recreation — 3 open positions
Planning Commission — 3 open positions – two do not have to be voters
Tree Advisory Board — 1 open position
Zoning Board of Appeals — 2 open positions (1 to fill a vacant seat)
Please submit applications by Thursday, December 11 by 9:00 AM. Please submit all applications to City Hall: 160 Zoll Street, PO Box 678, Harbor Springs, MI 49740. Alternatively, e-mail Victor at citymgr@cityofharborsprings.com.
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.
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Citizen Participation Application Fillable Form – Please Download from the City of Harbor Springs found on this link. https://www.cityofharborsprings.com/government/boards-and-commissions/
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