Cheshire Boards & Commissions

There are currently 102 hardworking bipartisan volunteers across Cheshire's 17 Boards and Commissions. We greatly appreciate the exemplary work they do supporting our Elected Representatives and Town professionals. At any given time there could be an opening on a Board or Committee that you are interested in and there is always a need for new talent!

Beautification Committee.

The Town Beautification Committee consists of nine appointed members who serve 2-year overlapping terms. The committee meets (8am) the first Wednesday of each month to discuss and plan how to enhance the appearance of the community.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Building Code Board of Appeals.

The Building Code Board of Appeals consists of five appointed members who serve 4-year overlapping terms. The Building Code Board of Appeals hears appeals regarding decisions of the Building Official.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Economic Development Commission.

The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is made up of seven appointed members who serve four-year overlapping terms. The Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month and works to attract new business development and to retain and support current local businesses.
The Commission is a dynamic group of local business owners, Cheshire Chamber of Commerce members, and local residents with both business and local government experience. The EDC supports local projects and often contacts both local government officials and the local delegation to ensure our business community has a voice both locally and on the State level.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Energy Commission.

The Energy Commission is a seven-member advisory commission appointed by the Town Council for four-year overlapping terms. They meet on the last Monday of each month except in December. The commission provides education and information on energy and new energy technologies.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Environmental Commission.

The Commission consists of seven appointed members who serve four overlapping terms. The commission meets the second Wednesday of the month. The Environment Commission's goal is to conserve local natural resources and promote the responsible use of publicly owned open space areas.
Republican Members: Updates Coming Soon!

Historic District Commission.

The Historic District Commission has five appointed members who serve five-year overlapping terms, and three alternate members who serve three-year overlapping terms. The commission meets the first and third Monday of the month unless otherwise noted. Their mission is to preserve the historic landscape of the properties within the town's historic districts and implement the Historic District regulations.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Housing Authority.

Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Inlands Wetlands Commission.

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission (IWWC) consists of seven appointed members who serve four-year overlapping terms. The commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The commission regulates activities in and near watercourses, in areas designated as inland wetlands, and any activities that may have an impact on wetlands or watercourses.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Library Board.

The board consists of seven members with four-year overlapping terms. Meetings are generally held on the third Monday of each month. The board oversees matters relating to the programs, activities, and facilities of the library.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Parks and Recreation.

The Parks and Recreation Commission is composed of seven town electors who meet every first Wednesday of each month to serve as an advisory commission to the Town Council on matters relating to Parks and Recreation.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Performing and Fine Arts Committee.

The committee is composed of eleven town electors who serve three-year overlapping terms. The board meets on fine, visual, and performing arts matters. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Public Building Commission.

The Public Building Commission consists of nine electors who serve four-year overlapping terms as appointed by the Town Council. The commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month and is responsible for public building projects. The commission supervises the design, bidding, and construction of capital projects assigned by the Town Council.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Public Safety Commission.

The Public Safety Commission consists of five members serving four-year overlapping terms. This advisory commission reviews public safety issues in town. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Retirement Board.

The Retirement Board consists of five electors of the town. The board meets once a quarter to review pension investments.
Republican members: Updates Coming Soon!

Water Pollution Authority.