Hutchinson seeks residents for city boards and commissions

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is recruiting residents interested in serving their community through volunteer positions on various municipal boards and commissions.

Multiple openings are currently available across several city advisory bodies, offering residents the opportunity to contribute to local decision-making and civic engagement.

Current vacancies include positions on the Airport Advisory Committee, Board of Zoning Appeals, Building Trades Board, Housing Commission, Human Relations Commission, Land Bank Board of Trustees, Landmarks Commission, Planning Commission, Public Art Design Council and Tree Board.

City officials indicate additional positions will become available in the near future as terms expire and boards expand their membership.

Each board and commission plays a distinct role in advising city staff and elected officials on matters ranging from zoning and development to historic preservation and public art. Members typically meet monthly or quarterly, depending on the specific board's requirements.

Residents interested in applying can find detailed information about each board's responsibilities, meeting schedules and application procedures at https://www.hutchinsonks.gov/152/Boards-Commissions.

The city encourages community members from diverse backgrounds and experience levels to consider serving. Board and commission positions provide residents with direct involvement in shaping local policies and programs that affect daily life in Hutchinson.

Application deadlines and appointment processes vary by board. Prospective applicants should review specific requirements for positions of interest on the city's website.