Medford Calls for Applicants to Fill City Board Vacancies by November 7
MEDFORD, Ore. — Several positions for Medford City Boards and Commissions are open. The city’s Mayor and City Council invited community members to step forward and serve on various Boards, Commissions, and Committees, but you must apply by November 7, 2025.
Medford City Boards And Commissions Vacancies
The current vacancies include:
| BOARD / COMMITTEE | TERM | POSITIONS | MEETINGS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Selection Committee | 3 years | Two full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2029) and two partial-term positions (expiring 01-31-2028) | When requested by the City Council or the Parks and Recreation Commission |
| Budget Committee | 4 years | Three full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2030) and two partial-term positions (expiring 01-31-2027 and 01-31-2028) | Primarily in the spring to review the City's budget document before forwarding its recommendation to the City Council. |
| Cemetary commission | 3 years | Two full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2029 | Quarterly |
| Commission on Access, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | 3 years | Two full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2029) | Monthly |
| Hospital Facilities Authority Board | 5 years | One full-term position (expiring 01-31-2031) and one partial-term position (expiring 01-31-2027) | Only when called, generally once a year |
| Housing and Community Development Commission | 3 years | Two full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2029) | Monthly and bimonthly, as needed |
| Landmarks & Historic Preservation Committee | 4 years | Two full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2030) | Monthly |
| Parks and Recreation Commission | 3 years | Three full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2029) | Monthly |
| Parking Committee | 3 years | Two full-term positions (expiring 01/31/2028) and two partial-term positions (expiring 01/31/2026) | Monthly |
| Planning Commission | 4 years | Two full-term positions (expiring 01-31-20) | Twice monthly |
| Police Advisory Committee | 3 years | Four full-term positions (expiring 01-31-2029) | Quarterly |
| Traffic Coordinating Committee | 3 years | One full-term position (term expires 01-31-2029) | Monthly |
| Transportation Committee | 3 years | One full-term position (expiring 01-31-2029) | Monthly |
| Tree Committee | 3 years | One full-term position (expiring 01-31-2029) | Monthly |
| Unified Appeal Board | 2 years | Five full-term positions (terms expire 01/31/2029) | When called |
| Water Commission | 5 years | One full-term position (term expires 01/31/2031) | Twice a month |
To qualify for most of these positions, applicants must either reside, own property, or operate a business within Medford’s Urban Growth Boundary. The deadline to apply is November 7, 2025.
To apply to serve on a City Board, Commission, or Committee:
- Complete and submit an online application.
- If you need a paper copy, please get in touch with the City Manager’s Office at [email protected] or 541-774-2000.
- A City staff member will contact applicants for an interview.
For more information or to apply, click here.