GET INVOLVED
JOIN A COMMITTEE AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The volunteer boards and committees in Fairhaven are vital to the running of our town. They provide a rich source of knowledge and expertise, expand the town’s ability to research issues and best practices, and enhance the communication between residents and town staff and elected officials.
If you are interested in serving on a Town Board or Committee, current vacancies can be viewed below under OPEN POSITIONS.
To apply, submit the Volunteer Application via the link below or submit a letter of interest via email to Selectboard@Fairhaven-MA.gov or mail it to the Select Board Office, 40 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719. Once submitted, office staff will contact you with the date the Board will review your application; you should attend the meeting in person or remotely. Any questions should be directed to the office at (508) 979-4023, ext. 9102 during normal business hours.
*The Select Board is the appointing authority for Town boards, committees and commissions outside of elected positions.*
| Board or Committee | Vacancy available | Deadline to apply |
|---|---|---|
| Atlas Tack Working Group | Open | Noon Thurs. July 10, 2025 |
| Fairhaven Buzzards Bay Water Quality Working Group | 3 At-Large | open until filled |
| Belonging Committee | One Member | open until filled |
| Cable Advisory Committee | Two Members | open until filled |
| Capital Planning Committee | One Open Space Representative One Construction Representative | open until filled |
| Commission on Disability | One Member, 2-year term One Member, 3-year term | open until filled |
| Community Preservation Committee | One Conservation Commission Rep One Historic Commission Rep | open until filled |
| Council on Aging Board | One Member, 3-year term | open until filled |
| Cultural Council | Two Members, 3-year term | open until filled |
| Dog Park Study Committee (reactivated) | Three Members | open until filled |
| Historical Commission | One Member, 2-year term | open until filled |
| Terms are 1-year unless indicated |