Staff Report
Among the city of Kyle’s many boards and commissions, perhaps the most important is Planning & Zoning.
All new developments, as well as zoning changes that would enable future ones, must pass muster before being considered by the city council.
Its seven members are volunteers with staggered two-year terms. Currently the city wants to appoint a seventh person to a vacant spot on the commission.
Applicants for the commission must have been city residents for no less than six (6) months and have current voter registration.
When making appointments to the commission, the city council seeks to ensure broad representation and expertise among the membership as well as candidates who exemplify the professionalism and character established in the city’s mission statement — “Knowledge, Yes-Attitude, Leading Edge and Employee Accountability.”
Applicants do not need experience in real estate development, but need an understanding of the planning, zoning and development process. Prior experience on boards and commissions is not required.
The Planning and Zoning Commission typically meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings are usually held in the Kyle City Hall, but may be moved in date, time and location as deemed necessary. Candidates should be able to attend all standing meetings.
The Planning and Zoning Commission duties include reviewing and making recommendations on the zoning of land; approving or disapproving plats of proposed subdivisions; drafting rules and regulations regarding zoning; and recommending amendments to the comprehensive plan for the physical development of the city of Kyle to the city council for approval, among other duties.
For more information or to apply to be a part of the Planning and Zoning Commission, visit https://cokvolunteer.applicantpool.com/jobs.
