By Vareva Harris
📧 Vareva@thewoodrufftimes.com
Residents interested in playing a more active role in local government have a new opportunity to do so as the City of Spartanburg seeks applicants to fill multiple vacancies on its citizen boards and commissions.
City officials recently announced that several advisory boards are currently seeking new members. These boards provide residents with a direct way to contribute to the decision-making process, offering recommendations and insight on issues ranging from planning and development to public safety, transportation, and historic preservation.
Openings are available across a variety of committees, giving residents with different backgrounds and interests the opportunity to serve their community.
Current Vacancies (as of March 18):
- Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee – 1 vacancy
- Board of Architectural Design & Historic Review (HARB) – 1 vacancy
- Hospitality Tax Committee – 1 vacancy
- Housing Board of Adjustments and Appeals – 2 vacancies
- Stormwater Appeals Board – 2 vacancies
- Zoning Board of Appeals – 1 vacancy
Members of these boards and commissions help review policies, evaluate proposals, and provide recommendations that guide city leaders in shaping Spartanburg’s future. Serving on a board also allows residents to gain firsthand insight into how local government operates while helping ensure community voices are represented.
Applications for the current openings are open through June 1, 2026.
How to Apply
Residents interested in applying or learning more about the responsibilities of each board can visit the City of Spartanburg’s official website:
👉 https://www.cityofspartanburg.org/339/Boards-Commissions
City officials encourage residents from across the community to apply and take part in helping guide Spartanburg’s continued growth and development.
