Manatee County is accepting applications for two seats on the Planning Commission, a citizen’s advisory committee that makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on land use items.
Two seats on the Planning Commission expired in October of 2025. Only one of the members is seeking reappointment.
The Board of County Commissioners will appoint two people for a four year term; the Planning Commission consists of seven voting members who are qualified electors in Manatee County. While no particular expertise is required, persons with experience or training in the substantive areas of planning, engineering, environmental science and the development industry shall be considered in the appointment process.
More detailed information on the Planning Commission—established to act as the Local Planning Agency under the Florida Statutes—can be found: https://www.mymanatee.org/government/government-information/advisory-boards/advisory-board-detail/planning-commission.
Planning Commission members cannot be employed by the County or serve as a member of another land development-related advisory board serving unincorporated Manatee County.
The Planning Commission generally meets on the second Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Honorable Patricia M. Glass Chambers, First Floor of Manatee County Administrative Building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.
Applications are due Monday, November 17, 2025, and may be found online at this link only: https://www.mymanatee.org/government/advisory_boards/apply_for_an_advisory_board/advisory_board_application_form
For more information about Manatee County Government, visit mymanatee.org or call (941) 748-4501. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ManateeGov.
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To save money for the county, we need to eliminate the two at large commissioners and go back to 5 from 7. The two could serve on the planning commission if they so desire.