The Town of Amherst relies on the efforts of our volunteers! The following Town of Amherst appointed bodies -- committees, boards, commissions -- currently have vacancies. We encourage all residents to explore AmherstMA.gov to learn more about the important work of these appointed bodies, and then complete an online Citizen Action Form (CAF).
Amherst Cultural Council
Cable Advisory Committee (for the current ascertainment process)
Public Art Commission
CDBG Advisory Committee
Design Review Board
Dickinson Local Historic District Commission
Historical Commission
Human Rights Commission
Kanegasaki Sister City Committee
La Paz Centro, Nicaragua Sister City Committee
Leisure Services & Supplemental Education (LSSE) Commission
Planning Board
Public Transportation & Bicycle Committee
Town Meeting Electronic Voting Study Committee
The following Town of Amherst appointed bodies are likely to have one or more vacancies as some members retire or are not reappointed as their terms expire June 30, 2015:
Amherst Cultural Council
CDBG Advisory Committee
Design Review Board
Finance Committee
Human Rights Commission
Kanegasaki Sister City Committee
La Paz Centro, Nicaragua Sister City Committee
Planning Board
Public Works Committee
Zoning Board of Appeals
Residents are encouraged to apply now for the appointed body of their choice, regardless of whether a current vacancy exists or is predicted, as CAF remain on file for two years.