Medford Seeks Applicants for City Boards and Commissions

Published on August 01, 2025

The Medford Mayor and City Council are inviting community members to step forward and serve on various Boards, Commissions, and Committees that help shape the future of the City. To qualify, most positions require applicants to either reside, own property, or operate a business within Medford’s Urban Growth Boundary.

Current vacancies include:

Art Selection Committee

Term: 3 years (expiring 01/31/2028)
Openings: Two full-term positions
This committee meets as needed and advises the City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission on the selection and acquisition of public art. Members help implement the Public Art Selection and Acquisition Policy.

Art Selection Committee – Youth Member

Term: 1 year (expiring 06/30/2025)
Openings: One partial-term youth position
This youth position provides students a voice in public art decisions. The committee meets as needed and advises on the selection and acquisition of public art.

Budget Committee

Term: 4 years (expiring 01/31/2027 and 01/31/2028)
Openings: Two partial-term positions 
This committee meets primarily in the spring to review the City's proposed budget before it goes to the City Council. Appointees will also serve on the Medford Urban Renewal Agency (MURA) Budget Committee, which typically meets once every two years to review and recommend MURA's budget.

Unified Appeal Board

Term: 2 years (expiring 01/31/2026)
Openings: One partial-term position
This board meets only when called and serves the role of boards established under the Uniform Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Codes. Applicants should have knowledge or experience in the building field. This is an at-large position.

For more information or to apply, click here.