The Municipal Government encourages and depends upon active participation of the citizens of Murrysville. The boards and commissions established by Murrysville are an important resource providing advice and technical expertise to the Council and Administration.

Boards and Commissions Listing 2008 (Membership List for boards, commissions, and committees)

Information Technology Advisory Committee

The Information Technology Advisory Committee is responsible for providing leadership in recommending guidelines to ensure the quality and service of municipal communication outlets including Community Access (Channel 19),  Municipal website and use of Information Technology, planning and implementation of community awareness and information campaigns.

Environmental Advisory Commission

The four member Environmental Advisory Commission advises local governmental agencies, including the Planning Commission, the Parks and Recreation Commission, Council, and the Mayor on matters dealing with the environment.

Finance Committee

The members of the Finance Committee provide expert financial advise to the Municipality.

Franklin Township Municipal Sanitary Authority

Library Board

Murrysville Donations and Gifting Committee (MDGC)

The five member Murrysville Donations and Gifting Committee (MDGC) advises and recommends on all aspects of donations to the Municipality including naming rights, etc.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The seven member Parks and Recreation Commission studies issues that affect parks and recreation in Murrysville, suggesting modifications or additions to ordinances where necessary.

Personnel Board

Planning Commission

The seven member Planning Commission advises Council on all matters related to planning and development in the Municipality

Traffic Impact Fee Advisory Committee

Uniform Construction Code Board of Appeals

The PA Uniform Construction Code mandates the establishment of a Board of Appeals, and outlines the standards and requirements related thereto.

Zoning Hearing Board

The five-person Zoning Hearing Board hears appeals from property owners for relief from the Municipal Zoning Ordinance.