In order to tap into the wealth of skills, experience, and interest within our community, the City Council of Redwood City utilizes a number of appointed boards, commissions, and committees (BCCs) to advise and make recommendations to the City Council, Planning Commission, and staff on a wide variety of issues that are crucial to our quality of life. In addition, the City has several advisory bodies not appointed by the City Council or Planning Commission that provide opportunity for community engagement and partnership.
The Office of the City Clerk maintains a current list of City Boards, Commissions and Committees, the current seats available, and upcoming meeting dates and times. The Clerk also coordinates appointments to the positions appointed by the City Council.
Public involvement is crucial to the City’s decision-making process, and these appointed advisory bodies are an important and valued part of City government. By advising the City Council and staff, bringing new ideas to the table, and representing all of the diverse elements of our community, members of our boards, commissions, and committees will be helping our City Council to make the best, most informed decisions possible, for the benefit of the entire Redwood City community.
Interested in serving? Generally, applicants must have an interest in civic involvement, and must be 18 years of age or older, eligible to vote, and a resident of incorporated Redwood City. However, many BCCs allow for residents as young as 16 years of age, non U.S. Citizens, and residents of unincorporated Redwood City. Some board or commission positions may have special exceptions, additional requirements or preferred areas of expertise. Find our more below!
- See our recruitment page for information on open seats and how to apply!
- Local Appointments List
- City Boards, Commissions, and Committee Handbook
The following Boards, Commissions, and Committees are appointed by the City Council or the Planning Commission
- Advisory Redistricting Committee
- Architectural Advisory Committee (Appointed by the Planning Commission)
- Arts Commission
- Board of Building Review
- Board of Port Commissioners
- Historic Resources Advisory Committee (Appointed by the Planning Commission)
- Housing and Human Concerns Committee
- Library Board
- Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission
- Planning Commission
- Police Advisory Committee
- San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District (SMCMVCD)
- Senior Affairs Commission
- Transportation Advisory Committee
Advisory Bodies not Appointed by the City Council or Planning Commission
- Pride and Beautification Committee
- Subdivision Committee
- Youth and Teen Advisory Boards
- Zoning Administrator (Staff-Driven Committee)
In addition to Regulatory and Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committees, there are a variety of other Council Sub-Committees, Regional Appointments and Adhoc Committees established to assist with Redwood City's government process. Follow this link to learn more about the different kind of advisory bodies and committees in Redwood City!