Advisory Bodies
The Prior Lake City Council relies upon its various advisory committees for input on matters relating to the city. Here is a listing of them, followed by term limit and application information:

The Planning Commission advises the City Council on many matters involving the establishment and enactment of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, zoning issues, subdivisions and sign ordinances.

The Lake Advisory Committee was created to research, study, and make recommendations to the City Council about issues surrounding the lake.

The Park Advisory Committee makes recommendations to the City Council concerning park facilities, recreation programs and trail systems.

The Economic Development Authority (EDA) proposes specific economic development plans, projects or strategies to enhance the economic strength of the community. The City Council acts as the Economic Development Authority.

The Long Range Planning Committee reconvenes every 18 months to evaluate progress and recommend modifications to the city's long-range plan, the 2030 Vision and Strategic Plan.

Several new advisory bodies were formed in 2006. The Communications Advisory Committee is exploring ways to enhance city communication and customer service efforts. The Economic Development Advisory Committee is evaluating how best to expand the city's economic base. Other new committees include the Heritage Committee, Senior Citizen Advisory Committee, Tree Preservation Task Force, Water Treatment Plant Building Committee and Fire Station No. 2 Building Committee.

Term limits

Members of the Lake Advisory Committee, Park Advisory Committee and Planning Commission are subject to term limits to encourage community participation on these bodies.

Individual terms on each of these advisory bodies run for three years. The term limit for the LAC and PAC is two terms, or six years. The term limit for the Planning Commission is three tearms, or nine years.

The city considers applications throughout the year for seats on these advisory bodies, which always expire in October. If you are interested, download the advisory/commission application form.

For additional information, contact Administrative Assistant Charlotte Green at (952) 447-9803