Commissioners & Committees
Our agency is guided by 21 Commissioners, three from each of the seven member counties, who make up three standing committees. Commissioners are assisted by advisory committees made up of public officials, agency representatives, and interested individuals.
Commissioners
The three Commissioners from each county include:
- One appointed by the county board, or appointed by the county executive and confirmed by the county board
- One appointed by the Governor from a list prepared by the county
- One appointed directly by the Governor
The Commission meets on a quarterly basis in March, June, September, and December. Special meetings may be called at any time.
Standing Committees
Commissioners serve on up to three standing committees:
Executive
The Executive Committee oversees financial and administrative matters, Commission work efforts, and is empowered to act for the Commission in all matters except adopting regional plan elements and the budget.
Planning & Research
The Planning & Research Committee reviews all technical work carried out by Commission staff and consultants.
Intergovernmental & Public Relations
The Intergovernmental & Public Relations Committee serves as the principal arm in communicating with the constituent county boards.
Advisory Committees
The Commission is assisted by advisory committees made up of public officials, agency representatives, and interested residents. These advisory committees provide broad representation and are vital for guiding the Commission’s planning efforts. The list below represents a core set of advisory committees and examples of their focus areas. Additional committees may be convened for new and/or local planning efforts.