Volunteer Opportunities
The volunteer boards and committees in Fairhaven are vital to the running of our town. They provide a rich source of knowledge and expertise, expand the town's ability to research issues and best practices, and enhance the communication between residents and town staff and elected officials.
If you are interested in serving on a Town Board or Committee the following committees currently have vacancies. Click here for an online volunteer application.
*2024 Reappointment Form* Click HERE to download the reappointment form
Or you may email a letter of interest to Selectboard@Fairhaven-MA.gov. Letters may also be mailed to the Selectmen's Office, 40 Center Street.
*The Select Board is the appointing authority for Town boards, committees and commissions outside of elected positions.
To see a full list of all Town Boards and Committees click HERE.
Boards or Committees with current vacancies are:
Board or Committee | Vacancy available | Deadline to apply |
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GNBRVTHS District School Committee Representative | One Member | April 30, 2024 |
Belonging Committee | Fire Department Representative | open until filled |
Board of Assessors | Two Members | |
Broadband Study Committee | One Economic Development Committee Rep, One At-Large Member | open until filled |
Cable Advisory Committee | Two Members | open until filled |
Charter Committee | Three Members | open until filled |
Commission on Disability | Two Members, see MGL 40, Section 8J for statutory details | open until filled |
Conservation Commission | Two Members | open until filled |
Cultural Council | Four Members | open until filled |
Historical Commission | One Member | open until filled |
Lagoa Friendship Pact Committee | One EDC Rep, One Historical Comm Rep, One School Dept Rep | open until filled |
Zoning Board of Appeals | One Full and One Associate Member | open until filled |
Click HERE for Volunteer Application |
Please contact the Town Clerk's Office for more information regarding openings on Boards and Committees.