Manhattan Community Board applications are coordinated through the Manhattan Borough President’s Office (MBPO). A complete application must be submitted no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, February 27, 2026.
In the weeks following submission of a completed application, the MBPO will contact you regarding the group interview process. Appointments will be announced in the spring of 2026.
Members are officially appointed by the Manhattan Borough President. Half of the members of these boards are selected unilaterally by the Manhattan Borough President, and half are nominated by the City Council Members whose districts overlap with the Community District.
Community Board members must live, work, or have an otherwise significant interest in the neighborhoods served by the community district, and be a New York City resident. In addition, we look for applicants with histories of community involvement, expertise and skill sets, attendance at board meetings. No more than 25 percent of the members of any board may be New York City employees.
You can also find more information about the process of applying, roles, responsibilities, and expectations for community board members on the Borough President’s Community Boards page.
With any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the CB5 Board Office at 212-465-0907 or office@cb5.org.