The purpose of the Joint Planning Commission is to provide for planning related services for Merrick County, and the villages of Chapman, Palmer, and Silver Creek. It is responsible for the development, maintenance, and implementation of the Comprehensive Plan, administration of the development review process, and administration of land use regulations established in the zoning and subdivision ordinances. The Joint Planning Commission includes nine members who are appointed by the County Supervisors.
The Joint Planning Commission meets the fourth Thursday of every month as needed. The meetings are held at 7:00pm at the Merrick County Courthouse, Central City, Nebraska. If you have an interest in serving on the Planning Commission, please contact the Zoning Administrator for more information.
Planning Commission Member Lynn Wiegert – Chair Jess Brandes – Vice Chair Liz Gamblin Kelly Wichmann Chris Starostka Rick Harrahill Linda Riblett Pat Robinson Vacant |
Area Grand Island Central City Chapman Palmer Silver Creek Palmer Central City Silver Creek Clarks |
Term Expires January 2022 January 2022 January 2022 January 2022 January 2023 January 2023 January 2023 January 2024 January 2024 |