Colorado Springs: City Council Seeks Volunteers for Planning Commission Alternates

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~ The Colorado Springs City Council is currently in search of two alternate members to join the Planning Commission. These alternates will be appointed by the City Council and will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience while fulfilling support roles within the commission.

While alternate members typically do not have voting power, they are held to the same standards and responsibilities as voting members. This includes participating in discussions on non-quasi-judicial matters and stepping in for voting members when necessary to meet quorum. In these cases, alternates will also have the ability to vote.

The Planning Commission, a nine-member board appointed by the City Council, plays a crucial role in reviewing land development applications such as annexations, zoning changes, and conditional use permits. Additionally, they provide guidance on long-term city planning efforts such as the comprehensive plan, community plans, and land development code.

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The commission holds two regular monthly meetings: an informal session on the first Thursday and a formal session on the second Wednesday at 9 a.m. The formal meeting includes public hearings and votes on agenda items.

Interested individuals must submit their application by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 24th, 2024. Applications can be completed online at ColoradoSprings.gov/boards or submitted via email or mail to Ayana Garcia at Ayana.Garcia@coloradosprings.gov or City Council Attention: Ayana Garcia at 107 N Nevada Suite #300, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

Applicants must reside within Colorado Springs and can find more information about this opportunity at ColoradoSprings.gov/boards. Don't miss your chance to be a part of shaping the future of our city!

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