Boards & Committees

A Through E

See boards and committees beginning with letters A through E.

1. 1749 Courthouse Committee

   The 1749 Courthouse Committee oversees the operation of the 1749 Court House Museum.

2. 400th Anniversary Commemoration Committee

   The 400th Anniversary Commemoration Committtee oversaw the Plymouth 400th Anniversary Commemoration that occurred in 2020. The committee currently oversees the legacy projects to commemorate the anniversary.

3. Advisory & Finance Committee

   The Advisory & Finance Committee is part of the legislative branch of Town government and makes recommendations on all warrant articles presented to Town Meeting, are reviews, and recommends revisions to the Town's annual budget.

4. Affordable Housing Trust

   The Affordable Housing Trust assists in identifying housing needs and housing opportunities for all income levels, while at the same time preserving our Town's character and resources.

5. Agricultural Commission

   The Agricultural Commission oversees the administration of the Town's Right to Farm Preservation By-law, whilst encouraging the continued pursuit of agriculture in Plymouth.

6. Airport Commission

   The Airport Commission is responsible for providing expertise and recommendations for the Plymouth Municipal Airport.

7. Board of Assessors

   The Board of Assessors is responsible for estimating the fair market value of all real property in the Town.

8. Building Committee

   The Building Committee meets with Town departments to determine the need for additions or renovations to any existing buildings or facilities, for the construction of new buildings or facilities or for the demolition or disposal of existing buildings.

9. Board of Health

   The Board of Health is responsible for the promotion and protection of public health. This is done through education and enforcement of environmental, public, medical and mental health laws and regulations.

10. Board of Registrars

    The Board of Registars of Voters is responsible for registering voters, making local listings of residents, certifying nomination papers and petitions, processing absent voter applications, and administering election recounts.

11. Cable Advisory Committee

    The Cable Advisory Committee is responsible for reviewing complaints, suggestions and issues raised relative to the cable system, the licensee and the services provided, and to make recommendations to the Select Board on such matters.

12. Capital Improvements Committee

    The Capital Improvements Committees assists the Town Manager and Finance Director in preparing annually a five-year Capital Improvements Program.

13. Cedarville Steering Committee

    The Cedarville Steering Committee assists in the implementation of the Cedarville Master Plan and to advocate for the needs of the area.

14. Center for Active Living

    The Plymouth Center for Active Living, formerly the Council on Aging is a department of the Town of Plymouth supported by local, state and federal funds.

15. Charter Review Committee

    Per Ch. 7 Sec 6 of the Town Charter At least once every 5 years, a Charter Review Committee shall review the Charter and make a report, with recommendations, to the Town Meeting concerning any proposed amendments which the Committee may determine to be necessary or desirable.

16. Charter Commission

    Find more information on the Charter Commission.

17. Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

    The Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee advocates for equitable climate adaptation actions and greenhouse gas emission reduction strategies in sectors such as municipal, commercial, and residential buildings, transportation, energy systems, and land use.

18. Community Preservation Committee

    The Community Preservation Committee is charged with studying the needs, possibilities, and resources of the Town regarding community preservation and with making recommendations to Town Meeting regarding the appropriation of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds.

19. Conservation Commission

    The Conservation Commission is responsible for the protection and management of natural resources and administration of the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, including the Rivers Protection Act.

20. Cultural Council

    The Plymouth Cultural Council thoroughly reviews and funds projects, services and events in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences for public benefit.

21. Disabilities Commission

    The Plymouth Commission on Disabilities serves as a resource to the Town of Plymouth community to address accessibility, equal rights, and other issues of concern to people with disabilities.

22. Distinguished Visitors Committee

    The Distinguished Visitors Committee is Plymouth’s sister city relationships and visits from official delegations.

23. Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee

    The Elderly and Disabled Tax Fund Committee is responsible for implementing, determining eligibility, and maintaining the overall Elderly Disabled Tax Fund.

24. Energy Committee

    The Energy Committee’s mission is to encourage and facilitate energy conservation, energy efficient practices, and the use of sustainability in the Town, including public buildings, properties and residential homes.

H Through Z

See boards and committees beginning with letters H through Z.

1. Harbor Committee

   The Harbor Committee reviews and makes recommendations on issues relating to the waterfront and Plymouth Harbor.

2. Historic District Commission

   The Plymouth Historical Commission is responsible to preserve, protect and document the historic architectural heritage of the Town of Plymouth.

3. Land Use & Acquisition Committee

   The Land Use & Acquisition Committee researches and maintains a current inventory of all properties of interest, with a focus on parcels of significant size and parcels of any size facing the loss of Chapter 61 protection or parcels of value to the Town.

4. Little Red Schoolhouse Committee

   The Little Red Schoolhouse Committee is responsible for the rental functions of the Schoolhouse.

5. Manomet Village Steering Committee

   The Manomet Village Steering Committee assists in the implementation of the Manomet Master Plan and to advocate for the needs of the area.

6. Natural Resources & Coastal Beaches Committee

   The Natural Resources & Coastal Beaches Committee acts in an advisory capacity to the Select Board on matters relating to the Town’s coastal and freshwater wetlands, barrier beaches, coastal plain ponds, and conservation properties that have beaches/waterfront.

7. No Place for Hate Committee

   The No Place for Hate Committee works to assure that the Plymouth community, as well as Town governmental departments and committees are welcoming, civil, collaborative and respectful to everyone.

8. North Plymouth Steering Committee

   The North Plymouth Steering Committee assists in the implementation of the North Plymouth Master Plan and advocates for the needs of the area.

9. Open Space Committee

   The Plymouth Open Space Committee is responsible to advocate for the preservation and maintenance of natural open space for current residents as well as for future generations in order to protect our aquifer, our environment, and the character of the Town.

10. Planning Board

    The Plymouth Planning Board is responsible for the review of land division as well as review of specific development proposals. The Planning Board’s duties are largely identified under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 41, Section 81A, 81B, and subsequent sections, and by the Town’s Zoning By-law.

11. Plymouth Center Steering Committee

    The Plymouth Center Steering Committee assists in the implementation of the Plymouth Center Master Plan and advocates for the needs of the area.

12. Plymouth Growth & Development Corporation

    The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation (PGDC) focus its resources on the development, management, and operation of on-street, off-street, and structured parking facilities in the Downtown, Waterfront and North Plymouth areas.

13. Plymouth Housing Authority

    The Plymouth Housing Authority operates, maintains, promotes, and provides quality affordable, and safe housing to eligible persons in the community with a demonstrated need.

14. Retirement Board

    The Plymouth Retirement Board, which has the sole authority and responsibility for investing the funds and administering the benefits of the Plymouth Retirement System, is a separate and distinct entity from the Town of Plymouth.

15. Roads Advisory Committee

    The Roads Advisory Committee is responsible to review and make recommendations to the Select Board concerning a variety of road-related issues.

16. Select Board

    The Select Board represents the executive branch of Plymouth's Town Government.

17. Visitor Services Board

    The Visitor Services Board (VSB) of Plymouth, Massachusetts serves as an advisory board to the Town Manager and the Select Board.

18. Water Conservation Committee

    The Water Conservation Committee works to advocate promote, educate, and bring awareness on the importance of water conservation.

19. West Plymouth Steering Committee

    The West Plymouth Steering Committee assists in the implementation of the West Plymouth Master Plan and advocates for the needs of the area.

20. White Horse Beach Parking Committee

    The Town of Plymouth recognizes the requests of WHB residents to assist in adequately controlling parking in the WHB area, particularly in the summer months.

21. Zoning Board of Appeals

    The Zoning By-laws provide for certain building requirements, and it is the role of the Board of Appeals to determine whether relief from these regulations is warranted in certain situations.

Agendas & Minutes

Review all of the meeting agendas and minutes for boards and committees in the Town's Agenda Center.

Meeting Recordings

Watch recorded public meetings and hearings via PACTV's Website.

Volunteer for a Board / Committee

Volunteers are, and always have been, an integral part of Plymouth Town Government. Learn more about current board and committee volunteer opportunities.

1. Select Board's Volunteer Application

   Learn more about current volunteer opportunities and vacancies for boards and committees appointed by the Select Board.