The seven member Planning Commission is responsible for considering and making decisions regarding land use, planning and zoning in accordance with the scope of city ordinances and state planning laws. A wide variety of issues are addressed including subdivisions, annexations, design review, zoning and environmental impact assessments. Commission Members serve a four year term and are appointed by the City Council. The Housing and Building Appeals Board consists of five members appointed by the City Council to serve four year terms. The Tulare Aviation Commission, a five member advisory board appointed by the City Council, is charged with the responsibility of making recommendations to the Council and staff in all areas related to city airport use, improvements and development of Mefford Field.
Commissioners serve a four year term.
Board members are appointed by the City Council for four year terms to advise the staff and Council on all matters relating to library service. The five member Commission on Aging is responsible for advising the Parks and Community Services Department on matters of senior citizen interest including such areas as recreation, social and nutritional services. Members serve a four year term and are appointed by the City Council. The City Tree Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the Parks and Community Services Commission, City Council and staff regarding street trees to be removed or planted, standards for landscape enhancement and tree preservation policy. Its nine members are appointed by the City Council to serve four year terms.