(A) There is hereby created a Planning and Zoning Commission consisting of five members and all shall be residents of the City: one representative from Council to serve to the completion of his/her term; the Mayor, three citizens appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by a majority vote of Council to serve four-year terms of office, provided the first members under this Charter shall be appointed for the following terms: one shall be appointed for four years, one for three years, and one for two years.
(B) The Board shall elect a chairperson from its membership, a recording secretary, and may prescribe rules for the conduct of its affairs.
(C) Three members shall constitute a quorum at all meetings. A concurring vote of three members shall be necessary to effect an order, take action, make decisions, or act on any authorization.
(D) Any matter submitted to the Planning Commission shall be considered by the Commission at a public hearing, of which notice shall be given in the manner prescribed by ordinance of Council. Thereafter, it shall be acted upon by the Planning Commission within sixty (60) days from the date of the regular Planning Commission meeting at which the matter was received, unless a longer time is allowed by Council. The powers, duties and functions of the Planning Commission shall be provided by this charter, ordinance of Council and the laws of the State of Ohio.
(Amended by electorate on 8-4-20)