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This webpage provides information about Raleigh's boards and commissions, which advise City Council on various community topics and are established through the City Charter, North Carolina General Assembly, or City Council. The page lists over 25 boards and commissions covering areas such as arts, planning, housing, transit, and environmental management, and explains that residents can apply to serve two-year terms with a maximum of six consecutive years on any single board and no more than two boards simultaneously. City Council members nominate and appoint candidates, requiring five votes for appointment, with additional details and vacancy information available through individual board pages, a dashboard, or the City Clerk's Office at 919-996-3040.
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Boards and Commissions Updated: Feb 12, 2026 Jump To: BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 3 WAYS TO FIND A VACANCY FAQ Raleigh has numerous boards and commissions which provide recommendations to City Council on a wide range of topics. These boards and commissions were set up either through the City Charter, North Carolina General Assembly, or Raleigh City Council. The boards and commissions are made up of residents with the desire to share their expertise and time in service to the community. Learn about the mission of these groups by selecting the links below. Each board and commission page provides information about the current members, upcoming meetings, agendas, residency requirements, appointment authorities, and how to apply. Boards and Commissions Arts Commission Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) Board of Adjustment Centennial Authority City of Oaks Foundation Design Review Commission Environmental Advisory Board Fair Housing Advisory Board GoTriangle Board of Trustees Greater Raleigh Convention & Visitors Bureau Hispanic and Immigrant Affairs Board Historical Resources and Museum Advisory Board Human Relations Commission Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board Planning Commission Police Advisory Board Public Art and Design Board Raleigh Civil Service Commission Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Centers Authority Raleigh Historic Development Commission Raleigh Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Raleigh Sister Cities Raleigh Transit Authority Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Stormwater Management Advisory Commission Substance Use Advisory Commission 3 Ways to Find a Vacancy Click on a specific Board or Commission above to view members, terms, and vacancies for that board. View the dashboard below. Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 919-996-3040. FAQ What happens after I've been nominated? City Council Members make nominations and/or vote at each regular City Council meeting. When nominations/appointments are called a Council member may present your name for consideration. A candidate must receive five votes to be appointed. How long can I serve on a board/commission? Where not specified by law, the City has the policy to appoint citizens to serve two-year terms with a maximum of six consecutive years of service on any specific board or commission. Citizens may serve on no more than two boards or commissions at one time. Is there official language pertaining to this process? Yes, the process of appointments to boards and commissions can be found in the City's municipal code: Part 1. General Government, Chapter 4. Boards And Commissions. Where can I find the agendas and minutes for board and commission meetings? You can view the agendas, minutes, and meeting information for boards and commissions on our Agendas and Minutes webpage. SHARE PRINT CONTACT 919-996-3040 SUBSCRIBE Enter your email to view all topics SUPPORT PAGES Dix Park Leadership Committee The Dix Park Community Committee Complimentary Parking for Public Meetings SEE ALL ARTICLES → Back to Government Back to Engage With the City LEAD DEPARTMENT: City Clerk Community Engagement City Council RELATED NEWS ALL NEWS Mayor Cowell to Deliver State of the City Address on March 18 Mar 11, 2026 Topping Out Raleigh’s New City Hall Nov 4, 2025 Raleigh City Council Awards Second Construction Contract for Wake BRT: New Bern Avenue Oct 9, 2025 RELATED EVENTS ALL EVENTS APR 13 Board of Adjustment 1 p.m. • Monday Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB) APR 14 Planning Commission 9 a.m. • Tuesday Raleigh Municipal Building APR 14 City Council Work Session 4 p.m. • Tuesday Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB) APR 14 City Council Public Comment 7 p.m. • Tuesday Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB) APR 15 Planning Commission Text Change Committee 4 p.m. • Wednesday Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB) APR 16 Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Meeting 12 p.m. • Thursday Raleigh Pathways Center Was this page helpful? Yes No This feedback is reviewed monthly to help us improve our site. For immediate customer service please refer to our staff directory.
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