Our Township Boards and Commissions are responsible for advising the Board of Supervisors on many topics. Kennett Township has a history of strong volunteer spirit from our residents and we are so grateful for all those who dedicate their time to providing these invaluable services.

Below is a list of the Township’s boards and commissions. Please know that the best way to get involved is to attend the meetings of the board, committee, or commission that you are interested in. All of our meetings are open to the public and we welcome your involvement. Meetings dates and times can be found on the Township Calendar (add link).

If you are interested in contributing to our community by serving on one of our committees, please fill out the  Volunteer Application. Your application will be kept on file for one year and you will be contacted by Township staff when a vacancy is announced to confirm your interest in specific opportunities.

TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL:  The primary purpose of this Council is to help local government and residents focus on preserving and guiding the use of our Township’s natural and cultural resources as we grow. This mean s protecting every natural, cultural, and visible resource we can, while accepting responsible cost-effective development. Additional details about the Environmental Advisory Council are available on the Environmental Advisory Council webpage.

HISTORICAL COMMISSION: This Commission acts as an advisor to the Board of Supervisors and other Township agencies. The Commission is concerned with identifying and preserving historical sites within the Township and promoting an awareness of the history of the Township. Additional details about the Historical Commission are available on the Historical Commission webpage.

PLANNING COMMISSION: The Planning Commission is made up of nine (9) volunteers (7 members, 2 alternates) and meets the second Tuesday of each month. The PC acts as an advisor to the Board of Supervisors on matters of community growth and development. In this role it reviews all subdivision and land development plans for consistency with the comprehensive plan and compliance with the Township ordinances. Additional details about the Planning Commission are available on the Planning Commission webpage.

TRAILS & SIDEWALK COMMITTEE: To connect the residents of Kennett Township to our natural beauty and to each other through sidewalk s and trails that promote health, safety and a sense of community. Additional details about the Trails & Sidewalks Committee are available on the Trails & Sidewalks Committee webpage.

ZONING HEARING BOARD: The primary purpose of the Board is to help ensure fair, equitable application and administration of the Zoning Ordinance. The five (5) member board considers applications for special exceptions and non-conforming uses as well as requests for variances and appeals from determinations made by the Township's Zoning Officer. The Board meets on a monthly basis as needed. Additional details about the Zoning Hearing Board are available on the Zoning Hearing Board webpage.

BUILDING CODES APPEALS BOARD: The Building Code Appeals Board is appointed by the Supervisors to hear cases where someone claims to be aggrieved by the conditions of the BOCA Building Code. These cases are very rare.  Additional details about the Building Code Appeals Board are available on the Building Codes Appeals Board webpage.

Kennett Township Board of Supervisors also make appointments to the following organizations which are separate from the Township Government:

KENNETT AREA PARK AUTHORITY:  The Park Authority administers the Anson B. Nixon Park.  The Park consists of 83 acres and is located in both Kennett Township and the Borough of Kennett Square. Additional details about the Kennett Area Park Authority are available on the Anson B. Nixon Park website.

LIBRARY BOARD:  Two (2) members represent Kennett Township on the Kennett Library Board. Additional details about the Library Board are available on the Kennett Library website.