Three Planning Commission vacancies on the November 2027 ballot cycle
Summary
The commission still has no elected chair or vice chair for 2026, and Commissioner Castorena's absence forced another postponement. Al Marshall continues as acting chair.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost to residents — but the commission's zoning and subdivision calls shape property values, developer fees, and what the city spends on roads and utilities down the line.
The commission itself, which gains stability once permanent leadership is seated.
Nobody's directly harmed by the meetings themselves, though residents who skip them may find decisions made without their input.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Planning Commission - Nov 4, 2026
The City is accepting applications for three Planning Commission seats with terms running February 2027 through January 2031 — a chance for residents to help shape Banning's land use decisions.
Planning Commission - May 6, 2026
The commission still has no elected chair or vice chair for 2026, and Commissioner Castorena's absence forced another postponement. Al Marshall continues as acting chair.
Planning Commission | Banning, CA - Official Website
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