Planning Commission
This commission holds public hearings on a wide variety of development issues.
About
Issues the planning commission addresses include zoning, platting, conditional use permits and variances. In addition, it develops long-range plans to guide the physical development of the community through a comprehensive planning process.
Televised and streamed meetings
The meetings are televised live on Cable TV on Channel 16 and also web streamed.
Commission members
| Name | District representing | Term ends |
| Borer, Maggie | City At-large | April 1, 2025 |
| Cavin, Liam | City At-large | April 1, 2024 |
| Fraser, Kathy | Central | April 1, 2025 |
| Gaye-Bai, Philip | East | April 1, 2025 |
| Kiekow, John | Central | April 1, 2024 |
| Turner, Shereese | East | April 1, 2026 |
| Udomah, Christopher | West | April 1, 2026 |
| Wako, Teshite | City At-large | April 1, 2026 |
| Yu, Jerry | West | April 1, 2024 |
| Vacant – Emerging Leader | City At-large | April 1, 2024 |
| Vacant – Emerging Leader | City At-large | April 1, 2024 |
To get contact information on a Commissioner, please email the staff liaison below.
Council liaison
Staff liaison
Term
Three years
Meets
Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m.
Time commitment (approximate)
Twelve hours per month
Roles and duties
The Planning Commission has an important role in reviewing new developments to be sure they meet the zoning and land use regulations of the City. Planning commission members are often the first to see details on new businesses, new buildings, and projects proposed for development.
The commission:
- Holds public hearings
- Reviews development items, new housing projects and the comprehensive plan
- Makes recommendations to the City Council on whether or not to approve projects or plans
Apply to become a commissioner
Applications are always welcome! Applications are kept on file for one year. As openings occur, applicants are notified of openings and invited to participate in the commission interview process.