Submitted to Sumner Newscow — The application period for the vacancy on the Wellington City Planning Commission has been extended for another 15-day period to 5 p.m. on June 17, 2016.  The appointment will be for the remainder of the term which expires April 30, 2020.

The Planning Commission establishes regulations restricting the use of land and the locations of buildings and structures within the City. This includes restricting height and bulk of buildings and structures, the area of yards, courts and other places surrounding them and restricting the density of the City’s population. Each of the seven members of the Planning Commission, two of which shall reside outside of but within the three miles of the corporate limits of the City, is appointed by the Mayor with consent of the City Council, and serves a four-year term.  The Planning Commission meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month. 

Anyone interested in being considered for appointment to the position should submit an application to the City Clerk’s Office by 5:00 p.m. on June 17, 2016.  Applications submitted will be considered by the governing body.  The application form is available in the City Clerk’s Office or is available on the City website www.cityofwellington.net on the Board and Commissions page.

For questions or additional information, please contact Carol Mericle, City Clerk, ph 620-326-2811.

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