MUSCATINE, Iowa – The City of Muscatine is inviting residents to apply for open positions on the Historic Preservation Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Community members who care about protecting Muscatine’s heritage or who want to help interpret and apply local zoning ordinances are encouraged to submit an application.
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission helps protect Muscatine’s historic, cultural, and architectural character. Members work to preserve significant sites and districts and ensure the city’s historic assets are maintained for future generations.
- Meeting schedule: 5:15 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month at the Musser Public Library
- Term length: Five years, with a limit of two full terms
Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA)
The Zoning Board of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial citizen board responsible for interpreting zoning ordinances. Its duties include granting variances for unique hardships, approving special exceptions or conditional uses, and hearing appeals of planning staff decisions. The board plays a key role in ensuring fairness and flexibility in local development.
- Meeting schedule: 5:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the City Council chambers at Muscatine City Hall
- Term length: Five years, with a limit of two consecutive terms
Application Information
Applications for both boards are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026. Forms are available on the City of Muscatine website or at Muscatine City Hall. Completed applications may be mailed or delivered in person to:
Boards & Commissions
Muscatine City Hall
215 Sycamore Street
Muscatine, IA 52761
The City’s Nominating Committee will review all submissions, considering qualifications, potential conflicts of interest, and compliance with Iowa’s gender balance requirements. Final appointments will be made by the Muscatine City Council.
More information and application materials can be found in the Boards & Commissions section of the City of Muscatine website at muscatineiowa.gov.
Why Serve?
Both boards play an essential role in shaping Muscatine’s identity and strengthening its cultural and historical resources. Serving offers a meaningful way to contribute to the community and help ensure Muscatine’s heritage continues to thrive.