The City of Yamhill is currently looking for interested citizens to apply for a position on the City Planning Commission. There are (3) openings beginning for terms beginning January 1, 2024, and ending December 31, 2026. This is a volunteer position.
The City Planning Commission currently holds meetings once a month. Meetings are scheduled for the third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm in the City Council Chambers.
Candidates must be residents that have resided within the city limits for the last 12 consecutive months.
Planning Commission members ideally should possess an understanding of zoning ordinance, knowledge of the legal principles behind the planning process, and have a basic understanding of community issues and ordinances. There is no experience required, as this knowledge and training can be acquired.
Desirable qualifications and attributes include:
- Experience in municipal activities
- Experience working with organizations
- Experience working in voluntary positions
- Ability to be open to differing opinions
- Being fair-minded and impartial
- Ability to listen to all sides of testimony and make a fair decision
- Ability to maintain and independent, objective stance
- Articulate and able to communicate clearly in a meeting environment
All interested parties are invited to apply for City Planning Commission. The application is available for download in the link below or copies are available at Yamhill City Hall.
For additional information and/or questions, please contact City Hall at 503-662-3511.
Applications will be reviewed when received and candidates decided upon in November City Council meeting.
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