City Historical Commissions Seeking Members

The Medford Historical Commission and Historic District Commission are charged with preserving Medford’s history and heritage, including historic properties such as the Isaac Royall House.

The Medford Historical Commission and Historic District Commission are seeking new members to serve on both boards, according to MHC/MHDC co-chair Ryan Hayward. Hayward provided the following information:

The Medford Historical Commission and Historic District Commission seek letters of interest from qualified individuals within the Medford community to serve on our board.

The Medford Historical Commission and the Medford Historic District Commission share the common goals of preserving and protecting the City’s historic character and heritage.

The Medford Historical Commission was established under Section 8d of Chapter 40 of the Massachusetts General Laws and Chapter 48 of the Medford Municipal Ordinances. The Commission is the official City body charged with the identification of properties and sites in the City of historical significance and is the principal advisor to the City on matters relating to historic preservation. The Commission is further charged with reviewing all requests for demolition of buildings constructed before 1900 or are listed on the National and Massachusetts Registers of Historic Places, in accordance with the City’s demolition delay ordinance.

The Medford Historic District Commission is the official City body charged with administration of the city-designated Historic Districts. There are currently two such districts: Hillside Avenue Historic District and Marm Simonds Historic District.

Applicants should have interest, knowledge and experience in fields related to historic preservation and Medford history. Interested applicants may contact the Commission for further information. Please include your name and contact information, as well as any supporting material. Candidates may be contacted by the commission for an interview. The commission shall then present a list of nominees to the Mayor for final selection and appointment. Those selected to serve on the board generally serve three years.

Please submit letters & materials to:

Medford Historical Commission
c/o Office of Planning and Community Development
Medford City Hall
85 George P. Hassett Drive
Medford, MA 02155

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