Planning Commission

We're looking for an engaged citizen to join the Fife Planning Commission. It's an exciting time to be part of the commission because the city is currently working on updating its comprehensive plan for the next 20 years, as well as planning the future city center. If you are interested, please complete the board and commission application here now. The vacancy begins on Jan. 1.

Meetings

7 p.m.
1st Monday of every month
Marian Wetsch City Hall
5411 23rd Street E
Fife, WA 98424

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

WATCH PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS

Planning Commission meetings are open to the public and may be attended in person or virtually via Microsoft Teams. Meetings are also recorded and available to view after the meeting. Please visit this page for links to virtual meetings and to view previously recorded meetings.

Overview

Purpose & Responsibilities

The Planning Commission is a seven-member, city council-appointed, citizen advisory commission that advises the city council, city manager and staff on proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and implementing ordinances (such as zoning and environmentally critical areas). The actions of the Planning Commission are only recommendations to the city council. The city council makes all final decisions.

Public Input

The city council expects to receive recommendations that reflect the individual and collective knowledge and thinking of the commission, particularly from a citizen perspective. The commission conducts public hearings for citizens to provide testimony.

Varying Opinions are Welcome

There may be times when the professional opinions and recommendations of city staff differ in part or in whole from citizens or that of the Planning Commission, and that’s okay. Differences of perspective are inherent in policy formulation and deliberation work of an organization that welcomes diverse perspectives.