City of Litchfield

How to Get Involved

Become a Board and/or Committee Member

All boards and committees, with the exception of the City Council, are appointed positions. Appointments are made by the Litchfield City Council. Each board/committee has its own requirements and/or bylaws that state the necessary qualifications for its members. Bylaws are available at the Litchfield City Office and on the corresponding boards or committee’s web page. Interested parties should contact the Litchfield City Clerk at 517-542-2921 ext. 133 or clerk@cityoflitchfield.org.

City Council elections take place every two years, in November of the even year. Each election there are three council seats up for a vote to serve a four-year term. Every four years, the mayor’s seat is up for a vote. Any questions regarding the required qualifications can be answered by contacting the Litchfield City Clerk at 517-542-2921 ext. 133 or clerk@cityoflitchfield.org.

Become an Election Inspector

Registered voters in Hillsdale County can apply to be Election Inspectors. Election inspectors are required to obtain necessary training prior to working an election. Certification of election inspectors is valid for a two-year period and needs to be renewed before expiration. Interested parties should contact the Litchfield City Clerk at 517-542-2921 ext. 133 or clerk@cityoflitchfield.org.

Available Documents:
Election Inspector Application

Become a Sweet Corn Days Festival Volunteer

Each year on the 3rd weekend in August the Sweet Corn Days Festival is held. The festival offers food, live music, vendors, 5K race, games, and more! The Sweet Corn Days Committee is a group of volunteers that put together this great festival each year. Volunteers are always welcome to join the committee to help generate ideas and offer support running events during the festival. Whether volunteers are interested in being a regular member of the committee or they just want to help out for the day, interested parties should contact the Litchfield City Office at 517-542-2921.