City of Rockford Seeks a new member for the Planning Commission

The City of Rockford has a vacancy on the Planning and Zoning commission. This position will fill the vacancy for the remainder of 2008 and could possibly be renewed for a three (3) year term thereafter. The planning commission is responsible for reviewing development plans and zoning issues as required by the city ordinance. The planning commission holds public hearings, which allows affected residents the opportunity to provide input on development applications. The planning commission also works on updating the comprehensive plan, amending city ordinances and makes recommendations to the city council for final approval.

Please submit your request to be on the commission by April 4, 2008.

The City will provide some training. The meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month and also on the fourth Thursday during the construction season.

The City compensates the planning commissioner’s $30 per meeting at the end of each year.

If you are interested in serving on the planning commission, please contact Kris Linquist at City Hall 763-477-6565.