Serve on a City Commission: Apply by March 13
Posted on 02/12/2026

Apply by March 13 to serve on a Commission or Committee

Published February 12, 2026


Applications are now open for appointed volunteer positions on the Budget Advisory and Financial Planning Committee, Recreation Commission, and as the City’s representative to the Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees.

Serving in these volunteer positions is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the inner workings of City government. As a Commissioner, you’d help shape City programs, policies and services by providing a valuable resident perspective on upcoming and proposed projects. Learn more about the work Commissioners do by watching past meetings on the City’s online video archive.

Apply online by March 13 at piedmont.ca.gov/Commissioner.

Key Dates for Applicants

Applicants must be available for a pre-appointment interview with the City Council and a mandatory in-person training at City Hall before assuming their position.

  • Applications Due: Friday, March 13 5pm
  • Mandatory interviews: Monday, March 23 (evening)
  • Required Brown Act Training: Monday, March 30 (evening)
  • Appointments effective: Tuesday, April 1*

Available Positions: Duties and Meeting Schedule

For most bodies, members are appointed to 3-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. The following table provides details about available vacancies.

Commission/ Committee

Duties

Vacancies
(# of Incumbents Eligible to Reapply)

Meets

Budget Advisory and Financial Planning Committee

Studies and provides recommendations on annual budget, long-term financial projections, mid-year budget adjustments, and the City’s municipal services tax rate and renewal.

3 (2)

As needed

Civil Service Commission

Deals with personnel issues including classification and serves as the hearing board in disputes between the City and employees.

1 (1)

As needed

Mosquito Abatement District

Reviews and approves District policies, annual budget, and expenditures.

1 (0)

Monthly on second Wednesdays, 5:00pm.

Park Commission

Advises on issues related to public parks and street trees.

2 (2)

Monthly on first Wednesdays, 5:30pm.

Parking Hearing Officer

Serves as an Administrative Hearing Officer for appeals of parking tickets issued by the City of Piedmont.

2 (2)

As needed

Planning Commission

Advises on issues related to planning and building. Makes decisions regarding proposed modifications or construction to homes. Requires approximately 4 hours per month in addition to meeting time.

2 (2)

Monthly on second Mondays, 5:30pm.

Public Safety Committee

Advises on issues related to crime reduction and disaster preparedness.

2 (2)

Bi-monthly

Recreation Commission

Advises on issues regarding recreation programs, sports field development, allocations of field space and other issues.

4 (2)

Monthly on third Wednesdays, 7:30pm.

* Effective date for Budget Advisory & Financial Planning Committee appointment is July 1.