§ 2-110. Planning and zoning commission.

(a)

The word "commission" or "planning commission" or "zoning commission" shall be construed to mean the planning and zoning commission.

(b)

Organization and procedure.

(1)

A planning and zoning commission has been created by the comprehensive zoning ordinance of the city (see chapter 52 hereof), in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 211 of the Local Government Code;

(2)

The commission shall consist of seven members who are residents of the city and who shall be appointed by the city council for two-year terms beginning on January 1. All members shall be designated as place numbers one through seven. The terms of those appointed to positions in odd-numbered places shall expire December 31 of odd-numbered years, and the terms of those appointed in even-numbered places shall expire December 31 of even-numbered years. The city council may remove a member at any time. In case of a vacancy, the city council shall appoint a successor in accordance with current city policy for boards and commissions.

(3)

Each year in October, the commission shall select a chair and vice-chair from among its membership. In the event a chair or vice-chair leaves the commission, his or her position will be filled at the next regular meeting of the commission. City staff will coordinate meetings and will be responsible for creation of the agenda and minutes.

(Ord. No. 623-17, § 1, 5-30-2017)