The seven-member commission undertakes long-range planning for development that includes, but is not limited to, preparation and maintenance of the general, specific and area plans, as well as reviewing Environmental Impact Reports and capital improvement programs. Short-range planning efforts include zoning matters dealing with land use changes, rezones, subdivision and parceling of land, special use permits and variances.

The Planning Commission meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 311 Vernon Street.