Official Commissions, Boards, and Councils of Cranberry Township

The responsibility for local governance involves many residents serving on a variety of appointed panels. The size, terms, responsibilities, schedules, and essential powers of these bodies are noted below. All members of these boards and commissions are appointed by the Board of Supervisors. 

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BUILDING AND FIRE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
Hears and rules on appeals by applicants to approve variances from the exact provisions of the Building/Fire Official, under the B.O.C.A. Building and Fire Prevention Codes enforced by the Township.
Five Members - Three Year Term
Meetings scheduled upon request

LIBRARY BOARD
Governs the Township's Public Library, hires key staff members, sets objectives, controls its finances, and formulates its operating policies.
Seven Members - Three Year Term
Meetings on the Third Monday of Each Month

PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION
Reviews all development plans submitted by builders within the Township, suggests modifications where needed, advises the Supervisors on development matters under the Township Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and Comprehensive Plan, and recommends appropriate actions.
Five Members - Four Year Term
Meetings on the first Monday of Each Month

PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Advises the Director of Parks and Recreation on the recreational programming and facility needs of community residents.
Seven Members - Four Year Term
Meetings on the second Wednesday of Each Month

POLICE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Assists the Public Safety Director in the screening and hiring process for the Township Police Force and provides other assistance as requested.
Seven Members - Three Year Term
Meetings scheduled as needed

VOTER PARTICIPATION COMMITTEE
This nonpartisan committee studies issues affecting voter turnout, offers recommendations to County election officials, and implements get-out-the-vote strategies in the Township.
Seven Members - Four Year Term
Meetings on the Third Monday of Each Month, as needed.

ZONING HEARING BOARD
Hears and rules on appeals by applicants for variances or special exceptions from determinations by the Zoning Officer under provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance.
Five Members - Five Year Term
Meetings on the Third Monday of Each Month, as needed.

SPECIAL COMMITTEES
The Board of Supervisors periodically creates special-purpose ad hoc Committees to advise them on particular projects.