Lower Merion officials are looking for qualified applicants for township boards and commissions
LOWER MERION — Lower Merion officials are asking residents wishing to serve the community to apply for vacant positions on some of its boards.
In a recent announcement, township officials said open spots are currently available on a few boards, including the Lower Merion Environmental Advisory Council, an alternate for its Human Relations Commission, and the Uniform Construction Code Appeals Board.
According to information from the township, the Environmental Advisory Council comprises up to nine township residents serving four-year terms.
"Three members are being sought," according to a township press release. "Professional experience in municipal land use legislation, clean energy transition, ecological landscape design, sustainability management, greenhouse gas reduction or energy efficiency is required."
The EAC generally meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. and provides advice to the Board of Commissioners and Planning Commission for the promotion and conservation of natural resources and for the protection and improvement of the quality of the environment within the township.
More information about the EAC can be found in the township code under Chapter 13: Environmental Advisory Council.
The township is looking for an alternate on its Human Relations Commission. The Human Relations Commission (HRC) is comprised of seven members and two alternates, serving three-year terms of office.
The HRC typically meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of every other month.
"The purpose of the HRC is to ensure that all persons, regardless of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, use of guide or support animals because of the blindness, deafness or physical or mental disability of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or because of a person's sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression enjoy the full benefits of citizenship and are afforded equal opportunities for employment, housing, commercial property, and the use of public accommodations, in Lower Merion Township," according to information from the township.
The township is seeking two alternates for the HRC. An alternate may participate in any proceeding or discussion but shall not be entitled to vote as a regular member unless seated. Professional experience in equal opportunity laws, investigation of complaints, dispute resolution including mediation, or as a human relations professional is required.
A full description of the HRC can be found here in the township code under Chapter 93: Human Relations Commission; Discrimination
The final spot currently available is for an alternate on the Uniform Construction Code Appeals Board. The Uniform Construction Code Appeals Board (UCCAB) is composed of five members and two alternates who are residents of the Township. These individuals serve five-year terms of office.
The purpose of the UCCAB is to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Code Official relative to the application and interpretation of the Uniform Construction Code. One alternate is being sought. An alternate may participate in any proceeding or discussion but shall not be entitled to vote as a regular member unless seated.
Members must be qualified by experience and training to deliberate on matters pertaining to building construction. More information about the UCCAB can be found in the township code under Chapter 143: Uniform Construction Code.
"Qualified individuals should complete the Advisory Boards Application Form, which can be found on www.lowermerion.org under 'I Want To... Apply For... Advisory Boards & Commissions.' The completed application and a current resume should be submitted to Jody Kelley, Township Secretary, 75 E. Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA 19003 or by e-mail to by Monday, November 25, 2024. For further information, contact the township secretary via e-mail at or phone at 610-645-6145," according to a township press release.
