Several volunteer opportunities are available for Gloucester residents interested in serving their community.

Gloucester County is looking for residents to serve on several local committees, as there are multiple vacancies and not enough people to fill them.The Gloucester County Board of Supervisors regularly seeks citizens on these board-appointed groups that assist the governing body with many aspects of county government.

Currently, there are openings for residents who wish to serve on the following board and commissions: Historical Committee (Petsworth and Ware districts), Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (Gloucester Point District), Library Board of Trustees (Abingdon District) and the Clean and Green Committee (countywide).

The Clean and Green Committee, which is relatively new, advises supervisors on matters affecting the quality of the local environment. The committee will propose methods for Gloucester to promote and implement science-based sustainable practic...