Application for City Council Vacancy

Introduction

The City of Sammamish is seeking applicants to fill two vacancies on the Sammamish Planning Commission. The terms end January 31, 2031.

Interested applicants must apply by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2026. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

For more information, contact Amber Anderson, City Clerk, at 425-295-0527 or aanderson@sammamish.us.

General Information

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The Planning Commission has the primary responsibility for making recommendations to the City Council on the City's comprehensive plan and related regulations and programs. These documents include City policy statements on annexation, growth, transportation, economic development, parks and open space, and the natural environment. The commission reviews all proposed amendments to the comprehensive plan and periodically reviews special studies completed to keep the plan current.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Attend conferences and/or training sessions to keep abreast of current trends in municipal planning and/or to better undertake their role as Planning Commissioners.

Regular meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Special meetings may be scheduled as needed.

This is an unpaid volunteer position.

Before applying, read the City of Sammamish Code of Conduct for City Council and Boards and Commissions and complete the certification below.

Appointment Process

To be considered for appointment to the Sammamish Planning Commission, submit an application using the form below.

During the City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 5, 2027, the City Council will review applications, conduct interviews, and vote on applicants. Formal appointments will be made by resolution during the Tuesday, January 19, 2027, Regular Meeting. This schedule is subject to change.

Name:

First NameLast Name

Phone Number:

Format: (000) 000-0000.

E-mail Address:

example@example.com

Address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Upload Cover Letter

Upload Resume:

Background

Length of Residency (years)

Appointment to the Planning Commission will require your consistent attendance at regularly scheduled meetings. Are you available for evening meetings?

In our City, no board member has any authority from the City Council to speak for the City in any written or oral communications. Using your title as a commission member in your communications may create the perception that you are speaking for the City. Do you understand and agree that if you do so, you will be dismissed from your position?

Why are you interested in serving on the Sammamish Planning Commission?

What is/has been your involvement with the City of Sammamish or any of the Commissions?

How would your skills/relevant experience contribute to the work of the Planning Commission? Specifically address your experience in working collaboratively with others on policy related matters.

How would you deal with a disagreement in a commission setting?

If appointed to the Planning Commission, do you see any potential for a conflict of interest claim based on personal interests?

In your opinion, what is the role of the Planning Commission?

What priorities should the commission focus on in the next three to four years?

What is your opinion on how the City should balance our goals for providing affordable housing while maintaining environmental quality we share in Sammamish?

Can you give us a specific example of how you’ve implemented Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) principles in your personal and/or professional life? Explain below.

By checking "I certify" below, I certify that I have read the City of Sammamish Code of Conduct for City Council and Boards and Commissions (adopted April 4, 2023) and will agree to abide by its principles if appointed.

By checking "I certify" below, I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that I am the individual named in the application. I understand that the City of Sammamish will rely on the accuracy of this application and certifications made in conjunction with this application. Any misrepresentation or inaccurate information may result in disqualification of my application. Further, I understand that the information I have provided will become a public record subject to public inspection pursuant to law.

Application for Sammamish Planning Commission

Introduction

General Information

Appointment Process

Experience

Supplemental Questions