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Serve on a city committee or commission. You can help shape local decisions, support important projects, and ensure West St. Paul continues to be a place we’re all proud to call home.
The city is now taking applications for the following committees and commissions.
The Charter Commission reviews and recommends modifications to the City's Charter, and sets the salaries of the City Council.
- Normal meeting day/time: Meetings are scheduled by the Charter Commission as needed. Typically in early February, May, and/or October.
- Expected time commitment: 2-3 meetings, typically one hour or less. Less than 1 hour of prep per meeting.
- Length of Appointment: 4 Years
- Committee Seats Available: 3
- Priority by Ward: Equal ward representation is preferred when feasible.
Learn more about the Charter Commission.
Apply for the Charter Commission.
The Planning Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on planning, land use, and development applications as well as the city's zoning regulations and processes. Holds public hearings, hears testimony from residents and stakeholders, and works to address health, safety, and general welfare concerns on various development projects throughout the city.
- Normal meeting day/time: Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month starting at 6:30pm.
- Expected time commitment: Commission typically meets every month. The average meeting length is 90 minutes. Meeting preparation and review of agenda materials averages between 30-40 minutes.
- Length of Appointment: 3 years.
- Commission Seats Available: 4
- Priority by Ward: Equal ward representation is required under ordinance.
Learn more about the Planning Commission.
Apply for Planning Commission.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee advises the City Council in matters pertaining to parks, park facilities, recreation, and programming. Includes reviewing park policies, park improvement planning projects, community engagement and education, conducting research, and improving community events and programs.
- Normal meeting day/time: Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6pm.
- Expected time commitment: Approximately 45 hours per year. Typically, 9-10 meetings per year, about 1 hour in length and less than 1 hour of preparation work. Occasional involvement in special projects, events, research, community engagement, and park stewardship.
- Length of Appointment: 3 Years
- Committee Seats Available: 5
- Priority by Ward: Equal ward representation is required under ordinance.
Learn more about the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee (PRAC).
Apply for the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee (PRAC).
The Environmental Committee is responsible for providing the residents of West St. Paul with opportunities to bring a comprehensive perspective to greening, sustainability and beautification issues. This includes improving the quality of the environment, adding to the beautification and aesthetic of the city.
- Normal meeting day/time: Meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6pm.
- Expected time commitment: Typically meetings last 1-2 hours. Less than 1 hour of prep per meeting.
- Length of Appointment: 3 years
- Committee Seats Available: 3
- Priority by Ward: Equal ward representation is preferred when feasible.
Learn more about the Environmental Committee.
Apply for the Environmental Committee.
Requirements
The only requirements to serve on a board or commission are being 18 years old, currently living in West St. Paul, and having an interest in participating.
Schedule for Openings
Applications are accepted through February 2, 2026. Interviews will take place the second week of February, with new terms beginning on March 1, 2026.
Terms
Applications for boards and commissions are accepted year-round. As seats become vacant, the City of West St. Paul will consider all active applications for appointment. Applications are considered active for one year from the submission date. To remain active after one year, applicants must re-apply.
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