The Provo City Council is seeking volunteers to serve on Neighborhood District Boards across all 35 neighborhoods, according to a September 10 statement. Residents can apply for these positions to help shape and strengthen their local communities through four-year terms starting in January 2027.
The Neighborhood District Program, established in 1968, connects residents with local government through 35 neighborhoods organized into five districts: Central, East, North, Northwest, and West. Board members provide feedback on proposed developments and issues affecting their neighborhoods, while also working to build community and advocate for local improvements.
In recent years, neighborhood volunteers have organized community events such as block parties, neighborhood picnics, and pickleball tournaments. Volunteers have also participated in community cleanup projects, including removing brush from parks and collecting litter along roadways and trails.
Through the Neighborhood District Matching Grant Program, boards have collaborated with the Provo City Council to secure funding for various community improvement projects. Recent examples include landscaping improvements near the Fresh Market on Center Street, the installation of a bench and bike rack at Slate Canyon Park, and sidewalk and ADA accessibility improvements.
District boards have also worked on safety initiatives, such as the installation of solar-powered "Your Speed" radar signs in neighborhoods to address traffic concerns.
City Council Community Relations Coordinator Rachel Breen stated that the City Council values resident engagement and uses information from Neighborhood District Meetings to assist in the council's decision-making process. Former Northwest District Chair Beth Hedengren noted that the role allows volunteers to work closely with city employees and officials to see the results of their efforts in making neighborhoods safer and more pleasant.
Applications will be accepted through mid-November 2026. The Provo City Council expects to review applications and make appointments in December. No previous government experience is required for those interested in applying.
