Committees, Commissions, & Advisory Boards
Van Buren County has several committees, commissions, and advisory boards made up of commissioner representatives, elected officials, and appointed citizens. If you’re interested in joining a committee, please visit the Apply to Be on a Committee page.
Apply to Be on a Committee
Find the application to join a committee and see which committees have openings.
911 Advisory Board
This board advises on the operation of Central Dispatch and the implementation of the 911 Service Plan.
Apportionment Commission
Establishes commissioner districts every 10 years following the U.S. census.
Board of County Road Commissioners
Boundary Commission
Decides disputes between cities, townships, and villages.
Community Corrections Advisory Board
Responsible for planning and policy-making for community corrections funding.
Department of Health & Human Services Board
Coordinates service delivery between DHHS and social agencies in the county.
Jury Board
Oversees the court jury qualification and selection process.
Land Bank Authority
Revitalizes communities by returning tax-foreclosed properties to productive use.
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Helps local communities prepare for and respond to chemical emergencies.
Land Preservation Board
Committed to preserving farmland and natural features.
Palisades Community Advisory Panel
Facilitates communication and education on the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant shutdown.
PLAT Board
Approves preliminary and final plats for land divisions.
Public Transit Local Advisory Council
Makes decisions regarding Van Buren County Public Transit.
Van Buren/Cass District Board of Health
Van Buren Community Mental Health Authority
Implements provisions of the Michigan Mental Health Code.
Van Buren County Building Authority
A governmental non-profit corporation managed by a five-member commission.
Van Buren County Planning Commission
Assists in making lawful and sustainable planning decisions.
Van Buren County Parks & Recreation Commission
Provides recreational resources and emphasizes stewardship of natural and historical assets.
