- Are you interested in how the city will grow and change over time?
- Does your story contribute to the richness of the city?
- Do you have interest/experience in planning or community building?
Apply now to serve on the Planning Commission.
Please submit applications for the May 21 opening by May 8.
About the Planning Commission
The Planning Commission advises City Council on long-range, comprehensive planning and land use issues within the city, and:
- Balances community values such as enhanced livability, economic development and environmental protection.
- Acts as stewards of the Comprehensive Plan.
- Recommends amendments and new policies related to land use.
- Helps ensure the City meets all state and regional land use goals.
See the
Planning Commission and subcommittees handbook for more details on the roles and responsibilities of the Planning Commission. See the
Oregon Planning Commissioner Handbook for an introduction to land use planning and Oregon's land use system.
Subcommittees
Meetings
Second and fourth Mondays of the month as needed
6:30 - 9:00 pm
Gresham City Hall, Springwater Trail Room, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Planning Commissioners
- Laura Pramuk, Chair (term expiring Oct. 21, 2023)
- Tim Kamp, Vice-Chair (term expiring July 21, 2023)
- Richard Anderson (term expiring July 1, 2023)
- Mike Bennett (term expiring Jan. 15, 2023)
- John Hartsock (term expiring June 30, 2026)
- Jef Kaiser (term expiring May 21, 2022)
- Sue Ruonala (term expiring Oct. 21, 2023)
- Douglas Walker (term expiring June 30, 2026)
- Phil Wich (term expiring July 22, 2023)
Staff liaison
Mary Philips, 503-618-2610 or
Mary.Phillips@GreshamOregon.gov
Council liaisons
Planner on duty
General planning inquiries or questions on specific sites can be addressed to the
Planner on Duty at 503-618-2780 or
POD@GreshamOregon.gov.
Meeting agendas and minutes