TOWNSHIP OF SALEM PLANNING COMMISSION

The Planning Commission is comprised of five members who are appointed by the Board of Supervisors for a four (4) year term.  The Commission makes recommendations to the governing body concerning:  the adoption or amendment of an official map; proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance; recommend and administer subdivision and land development and planned residential development regulations.

The Planning Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30PM if necessary.  Subdivision and Land Development Applications and all supporting documentation fees must be received by the Planning Administrator before noon Thursday two (2) weeks prior to a scheduled meeting in order to be on the agenda for review.  In addition, the review letter from the Luzerne County Planning Commission shall also be received prior to initial review.

The members of the Planning Commission are:

Randy Rinehimer - Member

Ernest Ashbridge - Member

John R. Bower, III - Member

Paul Hess - Member

Frede Fransen - Member

Planning Commission Solicitor:  Attorney Anthony McDonald