1. Airport Commission

   The airport commission shall have the care, custody and responsibility for the management of the municipal airport.

2. Bellevue Cemetery Board

   Find information regarding the Bellevue Cemetery Board.

3. Board of Health

   The Board of Health meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers.

4. Board of Registrars

   The Board of Registrars of Voters are responsible for maintaining the list of registered voters in the city and conducting elections.

5. Commission on Disability

   The commission shall coordinate and carry out programs designed to address issues concerning persons with disabilities in coordination with programs of the Massachusetts Office on Disability.

6. Conservation Commission

   A city or town which accepts this section may establish a conservation commission, hereinafter called the commission, for the promotion and development of the natural resources and for the protection of watershed resources of said city or town.

7. Council for the Aging

   It shall be the duty of the council to establish policies which will carry out programs designed to meet problems of the aging in coordination with programs of the council for the aging established under Chapter 19A of the General Laws.

8. Cultural Council

   The Lawrence Cultural Council promotes excellence, access, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences to improve the quality of life for all Massachusetts residents and contribute to the economic vitality of our communities.

9. Greater Lawrence Sanitary District

   The Greater Lawrence Sanitary District was established by Chapter 750 of the Massachusetts Acts of 1968 for the purpose of building, maintaining, and operating a system of sewage collection and disposal for the City of Lawrence, the towns of Methuen, Andover, and North Andover.

10. Historical Commission

    The historical commission shall have all of the powers and duties granted to historical commissions by General Laws, chapter 40, section 8D, and acts in amendment thereof and in addition thereto.

11. Housing Authority

    The Lawrence Housing Authority consists of 5 members.

12. Human Rights Commission

    The Human Rights Commission is composed of 9 members which serve 3 year terms.

13. Library Board of Trustees

    The Library is under the management and control of its Board of Trustees.

14. Licensing Board

    Review members of the Licensing Board and the members involved.

15. Licensing Commission

    The Greater Lawrence Licensing Commission consisting of 3 persons, who shall not be engaged, directly or indirectly, in the manufacture or sale of alcoholic beverages, who have been residents of the City of Lawrence for at least two years immediately preceding their appointment.

16. Planning Board

    The planning board shall have all of the powers and duties granted to planning boards by General Laws, chapter 41, sections 81A to 8IGG inclusive, and acts in amendment thereof and in addition thereto.

17. Prospect Hill Historical District Commission

    The Prospect Hill Historical District Commission works to protect historical integrity within Lawrence. Find agendas, minutes, member and meeting details.

18. Redevelopment Authority

    The redevelopment authority establishes rehabilitation and design standards, relocates businesses and residents occupying property in urban renewal areas, issues bonds, and participates in real estate development and revitalization.

19. Retirement Board

    If you are employed by the City of Lawrence on a permanent basis and holding a position, which requires you to work a minimum of 20 hours per week (excluding teachers), you are eligible to become a member of the Lawrence Retirement System. The City of Lawrence Retirement Board Members and Office Staff are ready to assist you with any questions you may have regarding your retirement system.

20. School Building Committee

    Applications to join the Oliver School’s “School Building Committee” are now being accepted.

21. Zoning Board Of Appeals

    The Zoning Board of Appeals hears and decides appeals, special permits, and variances from the building commissioner or other administrative officer under zoning;