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Wednesday, May 9, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon PLANNING: Committee has many major decisions to make Continued from page 1 the position, and a full-term appointment is for four years. The commission meets the third Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. Sometimes there is a second meeting during a month if the workload is heavy. There are several joint meetings with the city council. The Planning Commission consists of seven members, two of whom may be non- residents of the city but reside within the Sisters School Dis- trict. The mayor appoints the commissioners, with the con- sent of the City Council, from among applicants (application available on the City website). No more than two commis- sioners may be involved in the real estate industry or engaged in the same kind of occupation. The commissioners select their chair and vice-chair, and each serves a two-year term. Tim Clem is serving as the chair and Jeff Seymour is the vice-chair. Other commission- ers include: Dave Gentry; Jack Nagel; Daryl Tewalt; Roger Detweiler; and Bob Wright. The responsibilities entrusted to the Planning Commission are far-ranging and have a significant impact on the development, look, and feel of Sisters. Their areas of responsibility include mak- ing recommendations to the City Council and other public authorities concerning streets and sidewalks, relief of traf- fic congestion, housing and sanitation conditions, and the establishment of zones and districts throughout the city. Commissioners review and make recommendations regarding future growth, development, and beautifica- tion of the city. According to Chapter 2.65 of the Sisters Municipal Code, commission- ers in general “study and pro- pose such measures as may be advisable for the public inter- est, health, morals, safety, comfort, convenience, and welfare: of the city and of the area for six miles adjacent to the city.” In other words, the Plan- ning Commission is involved in making decisions and rec- ommendations that affect all resident of Sisters Country. The Planning Commis- sion is responsible for review- ing maps, plats, and replats for study and recommenda- tions before City officials can grant approval. The commis- sion holds public hearings to receive testimony on proposals that will be considered as they make their recommendations. Commissioners must recuse themselves from par- ticipating in any proceeding or action in which they or family members hold a direct or sub- stantial interest. Before each meeting com- missioners are provided with all pertinent materials related to agenda items, which require reading, review, and study, to be adequately informed regarding the issues coming before the commission. To learn more contact Kerry Prosser, 541-323-5213, or Community Development Director Patrick Davenport, 541-323-5219. 29 The play’s the thing... PHOTO BY JERRY BALDOCK The Silent Echo Theatre Company entertained theater-goers at The Belfry last week. REVERSE MORTGAGES HOME LOANS ...AND MORE! It’s Listing Season Call me today for an honest, accurate home valuation before you list. Ross Kennedy, Principal Broker Ros Doing Reverse Mortgages in Central Oregon Since 1999 Luxury Home Specialist Julie Nash • 541-410-7526 541-408-1343 Serving Black Butte Ranch & the greater Sisters area junash@loandepot.com • NMLS ID 789031 loandepot 541-549-5555 Sisters 541-595-3838 The Ranch Centr a & Ra l Oregon ised! Born
