SUBJECT
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Appoint Linda M. Schultz as Alternate Member of the Polk County Planning Commission for the term January 3, 2023, to January 2, 2026.
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DESCRIPTION
Purpose: To review and approve or deny certain types of development applications (Level 3 and Level 4) pursuant to the use tables in Chapter 2, 4 and 5, of the Land Development Code.
Creating Authority: Polk County Ordinance 00-09, and as amended, the Polk County Land Development Code. The Planning Commission is the Local Planning Agency (LPA) per Section 163.3174 Florida Statutes (F.S.)
Appointments: Seven members and three alternates to be appointed by the BoCC. The Board should include members representing the following areas: AICP Certified Planner; licensed professional engineer, surveyor and mapper, architect, or landscape architect; natural or environmental specialist; a farmer, rancher, or an individual involved in other aspects of agriculture; a business person, who may include a licensed realtor, licensed general contractor or subcontractor.
Term Limits: Three-year terms limited to 2 full length consecutive terms and a maximum of 8 years if initial appointment is less than 3 years.
Reason for Appointment: Expiration of term of current member, James Lancsek.
RECOMMENDATION
Appoint Linda M. Schultz as Alternate Member of the Polk County Planning Commission for the term January 3, 2023, to January 2, 2026.
FISCAL IMPACT
No fiscal impact.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Christine Chila, Executive Assistant
863-534-6049
ChrisChila@polk-county.net