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Deschutes County Reappoints Matt Cyrus to Planning Commission
Cyrus, who also leads the County Farm Bureau, will continue serving on the planning body despite some community concerns.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 to reappoint Matt Cyrus to the County Planning Commission, where he recently was unanimously elected as chair. Cyrus, who represents the Sisters area, will serve another four-year term on the commission, despite some community members voicing concerns about his leadership and positions on issues like habitat preservation and water resources.
Why it matters
Cyrus' reappointment to the planning commission is significant as the body plays a key role in shaping land use policies and development decisions in Deschutes County. His continued leadership on the commission will likely influence how the county addresses issues important to the local community, such as environmental protection and growth management.
The details
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 to reappoint Cyrus, who is also the president of the County Farm Bureau and was previously appointed to the District Mapping Advisory Board. Some community members have raised concerns that Cyrus does not adequately represent their interests, with BOCC Chair Phil Chang stating that Cyrus has been accused of spreading misinformation and minimizing public concerns over habitat, forests, and water resources. There were also questions about whether the composition of the planning commission, which includes three members associated with real estate or development, complies with state law.
- The BOCC voted to reappoint Cyrus on February 4, 2026.
- Cyrus' four-year term on the planning commission will end in June 2026.
- Two other planning commission members' terms are also set to expire in June 2026.
The players
Matt Cyrus
The recently re-appointed chair of the Deschutes County Planning Commission, who also serves as the president of the County Farm Bureau.
Phil Chang
The chair of the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners, who expressed concerns about Cyrus' leadership and representation of the community.
Tony DeBone
A Deschutes County Commissioner who voted to reappoint Cyrus, citing the need for continuity on the planning commission.
Patti Adair
A Deschutes County Commissioner who voted to reappoint Cyrus, noting his leadership as chair of the planning commission.
Jessica Kieras
A Deschutes County Planning Commission member whose term is expiring, and who was praised for her service as a past chair.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
The takeaway
Cyrus' reappointment to the Deschutes County Planning Commission highlights the ongoing tensions between development interests and community concerns over environmental protection and growth management in the region. The composition of the planning commission and Cyrus' leadership will likely continue to be scrutinized by local residents.
