Planning Commission
Deschutes County seeks Planning Commission member from Redmond/Terrebonne area
Deschutes County invites residents in the Redmond/Terrebonne community to apply for a position on the County’s Planning Commission. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 4 p.m.
The Planning Commission reviews land use policies and zoning regulations, making recommendations to the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. Members form the official citizen involvement committee on land use planning for unincorporated areas of the County, providing a platform for community input.
Position Details
- Vacancy: One at-large member from the Redmond/Terrebonne area
- Term: July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2030
The Commission meets at the Deschutes Services Building, 1300 NW Wall Street, Bend, every second and fourth Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Additional meetings may occur elsewhere in the County.
Interested residents should submit an application with a letter of interest and resume, describing their interest in rural land use planning and ability to serve collaboratively on a committee.
Find the application here:
Deschutes County Planning Commission Application
About the Deschutes County Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is an appointed committee authorized by the Board of County Commissioners, which acts as a citizen involvement committee. This group acts as an initial review body that advises the Board of County Commissioners on amendments to the County’s Comprehensive Plan and land use regulations. The Planning Commission may review land use decisions made by the Planning Division or a Hearings Officer. The Planning Commission guidelines and rules are located in Chapter 2.52 of the Deschutes County Code.
The Commission generally meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 5:30 pm in the Board Hearing Room located in the Administration Building, 1300 NW Wall Street, Bend. If you wish to contact the Planning Commission please email: PlanningCommission@deschutes.org
Planning Commission meetings are also conducted virtually. To view live video and meeting materials, as well as archived meeting videos, visit the Deschutes County Meetings page. To participate in a meeting using Zoom, use the link provided in the meeting agenda document for that date.
Current Planning Commission Members:
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Toni Williams - South County |
Jessica Kieras - Redmond Area Position: Vice-Chair Term expires 6/30/2026 |
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Matt Cyrus - Sisters Area |
Susan Altman - Bend Area Position: Commissioner Term expires 6/30/2028 |
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Kelsey Kelley - Tumalo Area |
Mark Stockamp - At Large Position: Commissioner Term expires 6/30/2027 |
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Nathan Hovekamp - Bend Area |
