Help us bring big ideas with your passion to building a better Lafayette

There are many ways you can help make Lafayette a better place, from writing an email to a city official to volunteering a few hours a week on a local committee and everything in between. For those who have a passion and extra time, we ask that you check out some of the opportunities below that Vibrant Lafayette could use your help on.

Vibrant Lafayette Positions

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    Project Manager

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    Friendly, attentive, and always keeping us on track, our project manager ensures every campaign is goal oriented and meets its objectives. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.

  • Legal Strategist

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    With a vision for building something meaningful, legal proceedings and statutes can hinder our progress. This role helps Vibrant Lafayette understand the laws, advises next steps, and helps prevent others from blocking projects that improve Lafayette for everyone.

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    Digital & Social Media Strategist

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    Focused, strategic, and driven by results, our Digital & Social Media Strategist is all about building strong relationships with our members and town. They help connect people to our vision and goals —with clarity and care.

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    Partnerships

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    Help connect the groups and people who want to improve Lafayette. Assist with communications and strategy for the team.

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    Architect / Designer

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    Creative and strategic in equal measure, our Architect / Designer brings fresh ideas to every physical project. They turn places into community spaces with limited budget and resources.

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    General Volunteer

    INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR

    Not sure where you can help, but still want to? We can always use passionate people to send emails, perform research, or knock on doors.

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City of Lafayette Commissions & Committees

Volunteer your time to speak up for a better downtown, safer paths to walk and bike, and more dedicated community spaces. The city’s direction operates by volunteer commissions and committees made up of local residents. Time commitments and necessary skills vary by commission & committee.

Current Openings

Planning Commission

What is it?

The front line of Lafayette’s growth decisions — reviews land use, housing, and development applications. If you care about how Lafayette grows while preserving its character, this is your seat at the table.


Transportation & Circulation

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What is it?

Advises on roads, bike lanes, pedestrian safety, and how people move through Lafayette. A prime spot for cycling advocates — especially with the new BART Bike Station and Downtown Pathways projects underway.


Parks, Trails, & Recreation

What is it?

Oversees Lafayette’s parks, trail network, and recreation programs. Champions the outdoor lifestyle that makes this community special. Creates and manages the programs for youth and senior activities.


Design Review

The Brightline Project →

What is it?

Keeps Lafayette beautiful. Reviews the aesthetics and physical appearance of new buildings and renovations, including downtown design guidelines. Perfect for architects, designers, or anyone with a strong visual sense of place.

Creeks

The Echo Project →

What is it?

Stewards Lafayette’s beloved creek corridors — preservation, restoration, and responsible development. Great for nature lovers and environmental advocates. Their work is currently focused on bringing improved access to creeks that run through and underneath our downtown.


Environmental Task Force

What is it?

Works on climate action, green business practices, single-use plastics ordinances, and building electrification. Partnered with Sustainable Lafayette and the Chamber — real policy impact on sustainability.

Public Art 

What is it?

Brings art into public spaces — murals, utility box art, gallery exhibitions, and calls for artists. Helps Lafayette feel culturally alive and distinctive.


Senior Services

What is it?

Advocates for Lafayette’s aging residents — programs, transportation (Spirit Van!), and age-friendly planning. Vital for an inclusive community.


Emergency Preparedness

What is it?

Coordinates wildfire readiness, CERT training, and disaster response planning. Critical given Lafayette’s fire risk — this work directly protects lives.


Youth Services

What is it?

Champions programs and events for kids and teens. A great fit for parents, educators, and pediatric-minded community members.