Planning Commission

Applications Open – Apply Today

Applications close May 3 for first review consideration.

The City of Bainbridge Island is seeking volunteers to serve on the Planning Commission.
 
 The Planning Commission (PC) was established pursuant to RCW 35A.63 to serve as an advisory body to the City Council. Its role is to provide recommendations to the City Council, Planning Director and Hearing Examiner, and to consider legislative and quasi-judicial matters, with its primary responsibility to prepare, review and update the Comprehensive Plan. BIMC 2.14.020 in consultation with the director. The commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council. All seven members of the commission shall be residents of the city. The members shall not be employees or officers of the city or appointed to another city committee, board, or commission, except for specialized committees or task forces of limited duration. The city is committed to promoting diversity on the commission. The commission shall reflect the diverse perspectives, work experiences and backgrounds represented in the community. Women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, younger persons, senior citizens, persons of color, and immigrants are encouraged to apply to serve on the commission. Each commissioner shall endeavor to understand and agree to uphold the city’s adopted comprehensive plan.