Deschutes County Seeks Planning Commission Member from Redmond/Terrebonne

Applications open for a position on the county's land use advisory board.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

Deschutes County is recruiting residents from the Redmond/Terrebonne area to apply for an open position on the county's Planning Commission. The Planning Commission reviews land use policies and zoning regulations, making recommendations to the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. The commission meets twice monthly in Bend, and interested applicants must submit an application with a letter of interest and resume by April 3.

Why it matters

The Planning Commission plays a key role in shaping land use policies and zoning for unincorporated areas of Deschutes County, providing a platform for community input on important development decisions. This opening represents an opportunity for a Redmond/Terrebonne resident to have a voice in the county's planning process.

The details

The Planning Commission meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 5:30 p.m. in Bend. Additional meetings may be held elsewhere in the county. Interested residents should submit an application, letter of interest, and resume describing their interest in rural land use planning and ability to serve collaboratively on the committee.

  • Applications are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026.
  • The Planning Commission meets twice monthly on the second and fourth Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.

The players

Deschutes County

The local government for Deschutes County, Oregon, which is recruiting for an open position on its Planning Commission.

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What’s next

The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will review applications and appoint a new Planning Commission member after the April 3 application deadline.

The takeaway

This opening on the Deschutes County Planning Commission represents an opportunity for a resident of the Redmond/Terrebonne area to have a direct voice in shaping the county's land use policies and zoning regulations, which impact the development and growth of their local community.