Boards, Commissions & Committees

Access for All Commission

The Commission shall serve as advocates in the Township to help enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and access challenged persons so that they can participate, to the fullest extent possible, in every day activities in the Community.

Beautification Committee

The purpose of the Committee is to provide advise and counsel to the Mayor and Township Council regarding the preservation and improvement of the aesthetics and visual appearances of all properties within the Township and to promote projects which will make the Township a more aesthetically beautiful place to live and work.

Board of Health

The Board of Health is an autonomous body appointed by the mayor to make public health policy for the Township.

Environmental Commission

Mahwah's Environmental Commission is part of the overall Township planning process. The Commission studies and evaluates proposed uses of Township open space. This may involve Township parks and watershed, as well as evaluation of properties for conservation uses.

FAM (Film, Arts & Music Committee)

The purpose of the Committee is to promote the Township as a premier location for filming movie, television and music productions, art programs and to encourage producers to portray the many positive aspects of the Township of Mahwah, including it residents and businesses.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Mahwah Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) is appointed by the Township to safeguard the community's architectural, archaeological, scenic and cultural heritage by preserving, protecting, and conserving historic sites, structures, objects, roads, and cemeteries.

Library Board of Trustees

Meet the Library Board of Trustees.

Mahwah Community News

The Community Cable TV Committee of Mahwah telecasts a Bulletin Board Service providing information on events and news of many of Mahwah's government, civic, and community organizations.

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviews and approves all commercial site plans and all subdivisions that do not require a "Use" variance.

Pool Committee

Professional Appointees

Meet the Administration Professional Appointees.

Recreation Committee

The Mahwah Recreation Committee hosts many events and activities for the community during the course of the year.

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

The Board keeps current on State, County and Federal programs and services for senior citizens.

V.E.R.S.A. (Volunteer Emergency Responder Supporters and Advocates)

The V.E.R.S.A Committee supports the Township's emergency responders by assisting them with fundraising, emergency responder recruitment, and community outreach regarding fire and emergency medical awareness. The Committee shall periodically advise the Mayor and Council on such programs.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board reviews and approves any commercial site plan or subdivision that requires a "Use" variance.