The City of Coos Bay is seeking volunteers to fill positions on the Planning Commission, Parks Commission and Budget Committee.  Applications are available from the City Manager’s Office at City Hall, by calling 541-269-8912, or on the City’s website at www.coosbayor.gov.  Applications will be accepted in the City Mangers Office through 5:00 p.m. December 10, 2026.  Applicants will be contacted to schedule interviews with the City Council.  Planning Commission – Applicants shall have been residents of the city for at least one year, except that two members may reside outside the city limits but within Coos County if such persons own property within the city limits. These boards, commissions & committees are comprised of appointed community members and meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm in the City Council Chambers.  There are two terms expiring on December 31, 2026.   Parks Commission – The Parks Commission is comprised of one City Councilor, one Planning Commissioner, and remaining positions are filled by interested persons.  Membership, if possible, should include a landscape design professional, landscaping business professional, design professional, parks management professional and a bicycle or pedestrian enthusiast with subject matter expertise.  Applications must be a resident of the City of Coos Bay or own property in the city.  The Parks Commission meets once a month. There are five terms expiring on December 31, 2026.  Budget Committee – Applicants must be a resident of the City of Coos Bay, and they are appointed by the City Council for three-year terms.  The meetings are held in April at 7:00 p.m.  There are two terms expiring on December 31, 2026.