Frequently Asked Questions

To apply for a city board, committee, or commission, follow these steps:

Complete the online Citizen Boards and Commissions Application. After completion, your application will be submitted to the proper officials for review.

The Lebanon Park Board meets regularly and is responsible for managing the Park Fund, supervising Parks Department staff, overseeing capital project planning, comprehensive planning for the parks system, and event development. The board meets at noon on the second Wednesday of each month at the Winfrey Enrichment Center, adjacent to Atchley Park.

The Airport Advisory Board meets at 6 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at the Floyd W. Jones Lebanon Regional Airport. The board assists in making policy and management recommendations for the airport.

Members of the Downtown Business District Board of Directors must be property owners or managers of businesses within the downtown business district. This board makes recommendations to the city council on how funds raised from business licenses and ad-valorem taxes within the district are spent. The board meets as needed.

The Library Board is a joint city-county board. Five members are appointed by Laclede County, and four members are appointed by the City of Lebanon. The board sets the annual budget and manages library staff.

The Board of Public Works manages Lebanon’s utilities, including electricity, water, and sewer services. The board meets at noon on the first and third Wednesday of each month at Lebanon Public Works.

The Zoning and Planning Commission assists the city in platting and subdividing property, reviewing site plans, comprehensive planning, reviewing conditional use permits, making zoning recommendations, and more. The commission meets at 6 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at Lebanon City Hall in the Stanley H. Allen Council Chambers.

The Storm Water Advisory Commission meets as needed and serves as an advisory board to the city on matters related to stormwater management.

Openings on boards and commissions are usually posted on the City of Lebanon's website. You can also contact the City Clerk's office for the most current information on available positions.

Yes, most board and commission meetings are open to the public. Meeting times and locations are listed on the City of Lebanon's website. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate.

The Board of Adjustment hears appeals related to zoning decisions and grants variances related to land hardships when deemed appropriate. If needed, the board meets at 5:30 p.m. prior to the Zoning and Planning Commission meetings.

Each board or commission has specific roles and responsibilities outlined on the City of Lebanon’s website under the "Citizen Boards and Commissions" section. You can review these details to understand the commitment and responsibilities associated with each position.