The Savage City Council values the involvement of residents and has four resident advisory commissions which provide opportunities for participation. Serving on a commission is a great way to provide input and discuss important issues with your fellow residents. 

Our goal is to have our commissions reflect a broad cross-section of the diverse perspectives that make up our community. Please consider applying for a commission to share your perspective, opinions, and recommendations to our City Council members.

Commission members are volunteers appointed by the City Council following an application and interview process. Members typically serve three-year terms that begin on February 1. 

Commissioners are required to be residents of Savage;  EDC Commissioners are required to either live in Savage or own a business in Savage. 

Student Commission Applications

The City of Savage accepts junior and senior high school students living in Savage, who are interested in learning more about local government and serving on one of four City Commissions (below). Students must serve a one year term and able to participate in one evening meeting per month. Applicants will be interviewed and appointed by the Savage City Council.

NEW! Community Equity Commission (CEC)

The Community Equity Commission consists of seven members and two alternates or student commissioners. The intention of this commission is to prioritize the voices of those directly impacted by inequities. The Community Equity Commission will advise the City Council on diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies that strengthen relationships among historically under-represented populations in local government including by not limited to ethnicity, race, age, gender, faith, sexual orientation, or nationality; review city practices, policies, or procedures to provide recommendations using an equity lens; assist city staff with public education and outreach activities that promote equity, inclusion, and engagement. Each commissioner's term runs for three years. Meetings are the second or third Thursday of the months at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 6000 McColl Drive, Savage. Agendas are available online or at City Hall, 6000 McColl Drive, the Friday before the meeting. Commission meetings can be viewed live or on demand on the city website. For more information, call City Hall at 952-882-2660. Information on the City's Diversity and Inclusion work can be found on the Diversity and Inclusion page. 

Current CEC members include:

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Development Commission consists of seven members and two alternates. Alternates participate in the discussion of issues like regular members, but may only vote when a regular member is absent. The Economic Development Commission advises the City Council in all matters relating to the economic development of the community including efforts in pursuit of recruitment of new business and industry; retention and expansion of existing business and industry; diversification of the community's economy; jobs; increased community tax base; and planning the coordination of the community's economic development resources and efforts. Each commissioner's term runs for three years. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month at 7:15 a.m. at City Hall, 6000 McColl Road, Savage. Agendas are available online or at City Hall on the Friday prior to the meeting. For more information, call City Hall at 952-882-2660.

Current EDC members include:

Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission (PRNRC)

The Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Commission consists of seven members and two alternates. Alternates participate in the discussion of issues like regular members, but may only vote when a regular member is absent. Terms are for three years. Known as the PRNRC, the Commission works with staff to provide input and make recommendations regarding recreational programming and the acquisition and development of parks. The PRNRC meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Agendas are available online or at City Hall, 6000 McColl Drive, the Friday before the meeting. Commission meetings can be viewed live or on demand on the city website. For more information, call City Hall at 952-882-2660.

Current PRNRC members include:

Planning Commission (PC)

The Planning Commission consists of seven members and two alternates. Alternates participate in all issue discussions, but may only vote when a regular member is absent from the meeting. The Planning Commission focuses on land use and zoning issues that arise within the City limits. Commission members have the powers and duties given planning agencies as provided in Minnesota Statutes 462l-351 et seq. The Commission also exercises the duties conferred upon it by the City Code including the Zoning Ordinance and by the Council. The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers on Thursdays during the same weeks as City Council meetings. Minutes and Agendas are available online or at City Hall, 6000 McColl Drive, Savage, on the Monday prior to the meeting. Commission meetings can be viewed live or on demand on the city website. Please contact the Planning Division for additional information at 952-882-2660.

Current PC members include: