Volunteer Opportunities

The City of Bunker Hill Village invites residents to volunteer for City Committees. This is an opportunity to bring your voice and skills to serve your community.

Board of Adjustment: The Board of Adjustment is composed of five (5) members and four (4) alternate members who are appointed by City Council to serve for 2-year terms. The Board of Adjustment is established in accordance with Chapter 211 of the Local Government Code as a result of Bunker Hill being a zoned city. The Board considers requests for administrative review, variances, and special exceptions to the City's Zoning Ordinance. The Board meets as needed. 

Planning and Zoning Commission: The Planning and Zoning Commission is composed of seven (7) members who are appointed by City Council to serve for 2-year terms beginning in July of each odd-numbered year. The Commission provides recommendations to City Council on adoption of master plans for the development and redevelopment of the city, Specific Use Permits, and amendments to the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances. The Commission's decision is then forwarded to the City Council for final action. The Commission typically meets at 11:30 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

Police Commission: Bunker Hill is one of three (3) Cities served by the Memorial Villages Police Department (MVPD). Each City appoints two (2) Commissioners and one (1) Alternate Commissioner to the Board of Police Commissioners that governs the Department. (MVPD serves Bunker Hill, Hunters Creek, and Piney Point). Click here to learn more about the Police Commission. 

Fire Commission: Bunker Hill is one of six (6) Cities served by the Village Fire Department (VFD). Each City appoints one (1) Commissioner and one (1) Alternate Commissioner to serve on the Board of Commissioners that governs the Department. (VFD serves Bunker Hill, Hedwig, Hilshire, Hunters Creek, Piney Point, and Spring Valley). Click here to learn more about the Fire Commission. 

Public Safety Committee: The Committee identifies and examines the public safety needs of the community and provides recommendations to the City Council. Public Safety includes, but is not limited to, emergency preparedness, fire/EMS & police services, pedestrian safety, and educational opportunities for residents (DARE and RAD programs). The Committee meets as needed. 

Technology Committee: The Technology Committee studies and makes recommendations to the City Council relating to information and communications technology. Discussions have included the transition to 5G for better service to residents as well as the use of technology for public safety needs such as automated license plate readers and cameras. The Committee meets as needed. 

Drainage Committee: The Drainage Committee addresses the City's drainage needs by focusing on and reviewing citizen concerns, development regulations, and capital projects. The Committee is charged with making recommendations to the City Council for setting priorities and evaluating the cost versus budget for projects each year.  

Beautification Committee: The Committee is dedicated to enhancing the appearance of the City, focusing on landscaping and signage, and ensuring maintenance funds are available to sustain these improvements. The Committee recommends beautification projects to the City Council and oversees their completion. The Beautification Committee recommended and initiated the City's dedication program, which involves planting trees and installing benches to honor individuals. The Committee meets as needed. 

Residents interested in volunteering to serve on a committee should apply through the online application portal below.