Commissioner Vacancy: Now Accepting Applications
From
Lawrence Park Township
Sent
Wed, Jan 7 @ 12:15pm
Description
Interested in Helping Shape Lawrence Park’s Future?
Lawrence Park Township is accepting letters of interest from residents who would like to serve as a Township Commissioner. The Board of Commissioners will appoint a qualified resident to fill an open seat for a two-year term, completing the remainder of the unexpired term in accordance with Pennsylvania law.
What Commissioners Do
Township Commissioners are part of the Township’s governing body. Together, the five Commissioners:
Set local policy and priorities
Adopt ordinances and resolutions
Approve the annual Township budget
Commissioners are expected to attend regular public meetings at 5:30pm on the second Wednesday of each month, budget sessions, and occasional community events. Compensation is provided in accordance with the Pennsylvania First Class Township Code.
Who Can Apply
To be eligible, you must:
Be a registered voter
Have lived in Lawrence Park Township for at least one year
No prior elected experience is required. The Township encourages residents who care about the community and are willing to serve thoughtfully and collaboratively to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit a brief Letter of Interest by 1/21/2026 to clerk@lawrenceparktwp.org - using the subject line "vacancy" or drop off at the Township Office.
In a few sentences, tell us:
How long you’ve lived in Lawrence Park
Why you’re interested in serving
Any community involvement or relevant experience
A résumé or short background summary is welcome but not required for consideration.
This notification was posted by Lawrence Park Township. Lawrence Park Township is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
