Applications Invited For Two Planning Commission Vacancies - 04/04/23

 (Astoria, OR)  — Clatsop County is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving on the Clatsop County Planning Commission. 

“The planning commission plays a critical role in protecting the health and safety of our communities and property values,” said Gail Henrikson, community development director.

“We work hard to ensure that all voices in our communities are heard and that the planning commission accurately reflects the social, political, and demographic diversity of the population of Clatsop County. We also strive to see that all geographical areas of the county are represented to the greatest extent possible,” she said.

Committee application forms are available on the Clatsop County website or at the County Manager’s office at 800 Exchange St., Suite 410 in Astoria. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 19.

The Planning Commission is the county’s committee for citizen involvement on development and land use issues, such as zoning, natural resources, transportation, natural hazards, economic development, housing, farm and forest lands and coastal zones. 

The commission makes land use decisions on subdivisions, and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on amendments to the comprehensive plan and its implementing ordinances.

The Planning Commission regularly meets in Astoria at 10 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are currently hybrid, with both an in-person and virtual option available.

The Board of Commissioners is tentatively scheduled to review applicants at its Wednesday, June 7 work session, with an appointment tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, June 28. 

For additional information about the commission’s meetings or responsibilities, please email or call Gail Henrikson at 503-325-8611.

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