Join a Board or Commission

Conservation Commission

Member Responsibilities:

Participate in meeting and scheduled site visits.
Become familiar with the Wetlands Protection Act and local Wetlands Protection Ordinance.
Review applications, reports and plans.

The Conservation Commission is comprised of up to seven members, with a position reserved for a representative from each of Worcester’s five voting districts.

Information for Prospective Conservation Commission Candidates - A Brochure

Historical Commission

Member Responsibilities:

Participate in meetings.
Conduct site visits on their own time.
Become familiar with applicable ordinances and regulations.
Review applications and plans.

The Historical Commission may have as many as nine members, including two alternates, and three positions reserved for residents of Worcester’s local historic districts, with no more than one member residing in each local historic district.

Information for Prospective Historical Commission Candidates - A Brochure

Planning Board

Member Responsibilities:

Participate in meetings and scheduled site visits.
Become familiar with the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision regulations and applicable land use regulations.
Review applications, plans and staff memos.

The Planning Board is comprised of a member from each of Worcester’s five voting districts.