Serve the Tyler community through boards and commissions

Published on June 10, 2026

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Many of the conversations that help shape Tyler begin before an item reaches the City Council dais. They begin with community members serving on boards and commissions, reviewing issues related to growth, traffic safety, parks, beautification, historic preservation, accessibility, and more.

The City of Tyler is now accepting applications until Monday, Aug. 3, for several City boards and commissions, giving residents an opportunity to take part in those conversations and help guide recommendations that affect the community. The City Council will make appointments at the meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Those appointed will serve voluntarily and without compensation for two-year terms.

“Boards and commissions give residents a meaningful way to take part in local government and help shape decisions that affect our community,” said City Clerk Cassandra Brager. “Filling these vacancies ensures each board has the voices and perspectives needed to provide thoughtful recommendations to the City Council.”

The boards and commissions include:

Regular Boards (Boards that meet monthly or bi-monthly)

Airport Advisory Board
Half-Cent Sales Tax Board
Keep Tyler Beautiful Board
Parks Board
Planning and Zoning Commission
Traffic Safety Board
Tyler Historic Preservation Board
Tyler Public Library Board

Periodic Boards (Boards that meet only as needed)

Animal Care Advisory Board
Board of Adjustment (Zoning)
Civil Service Commission
Construction Board of Adjustments & Appeals
Disabilities Issue Review Board
Main Street Board
Neighborhood Revitalization Board

City Board members should generally be residents of Tyler unless otherwise authorized by ordinance. Some board positions may have additional requirements.

Anyone interested in serving can complete an application online at CityofTyler.org. Applications are also available for pickup at the City Clerk's Office in City Hall, 212 N. Bonner, Tyler, Texas. Additionally, you can call the City Clerk at (903) 531-1106 to request that an application be faxed or mailed to you.