The 2026 election concluded on March 3rd. Congratulations to the winners, Tracy Dezenzo, Greg Diamond, and John Phillips.
Four (4) of our 12 seats are up for election each year. Board members are elected to 3-year terms. Board members are volunteers and receive no compensation.
How to seek appointment to a vacant seat
- Demonstrate eligibility by being at least 18 years of age and a Resident, Property Owner/Agent, or Business Owner/Licensee, within the Ocean Beach Planning Area (see map below).
- Present to the Board a completed Vacancy Application. This includes a nomination petition signed by at least 10 eligible members of the community.
- You are encouraged to attend a regularly scheduled Board meeting to announce your intention to apply for a seat and why you want to serve on the Planning Board.
- Candidates must receive a 2/3 vote at a regular Board meeting to be appointed to a vacant seat.
Note: Vacancies shall not be filled by appointment during the 60-days preceding or following the March 3rd election date, unless necessary to maintain the minimum membership requirement of ten (10) members.
Information on the 2027 election
The 2027 election occurs in February and March of 2027. Election procedures and dates will be posted in January 2027. The application process is similar to appointments but requires 20 nomination signatures from eligible community members.
Ocean Beach planning area boundary
