TILLAMOOK COUNTY HOUSING COMMISSION
The 2024 Housing Production Solutions Fund
IS NOW OPEN!
Virtual Teams Link For Monthly Housing Commision Meeting
Mission
To collaboratively advocate for attainable and equitable solutions that impact Tillamook County’s greatest housing needs.
Meetings
The public is invited to attend virtually or in person on the first Thursday of every month at 9:00 AM. At the Port of Tillamook Bay or Virtually at the following link:
Virtual Teams Link For Monthly Housing Commision Meeting
Call in 1-971-254-3149, Conference ID: 887 242 77#
In-Person
4000 Blimp Blvd., Tillamook, OR
Port of Tillamook Bay - Bldg #19 Main Conference Room
Housing Commission Members
Members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners for four-year terms and receive no compensation. Membership includes a County Commissioner, Department of Community Development staff, representatives from local major employers, nonprofits, City of Tillamook as well as residents of both north and south county, and at-large members with relevant professional experience.
| Name | Representative Affiliation | Term Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| Kari Fleisher, Chair | At-Large, Legislative Committee Chair | December 2024 |
| Mark Kuestner, Vice Chair | North County | December 2026 |
| Michelle Jenck | Major Employer, Outreach and Education Chair | December 2024 |
| Dave Benneth | South County, Finanace Committee Chair | December 2025 |
| Nan Devlin | Major Employer | December 2027 |
| Mareliza De Jesus | Non-Profit | December 2027 |
| Megan Carpenter | City of Tillamook | December 2025 |
| Kristin Koptiuch | At-Large | December 2025 |
| Sarah Dentel | At-Large | December 2026 |
| Briar Smith | At-Large | December 2026 |
| Dave Mattison | At-Large | December 2026 |
| Heidi Holzgrafe | At-Large | December 2027 |
| Chris Wilks | At-Large | December 2027 |
| Gale Ousele | At-Large | December 2027 |
County Staff
- Erin Skaar: Erin.Skaa@Tillamookcounty.gov 503-842-3403 (County Commissioner Liaison)
- Sarah Absher: Sarah.Absher@TillamookCounty.gov 503-842-3408 ext. 3317 (County Staff Liaison)
- Parker Sammons: Parker.Sammons@TillamookCounty.gov 503-842-3408 ext. 3419 (Housing Coordinator)
To request an interpreter for the hearing impaired or for other communication aids, please email Housing@TillamookCounty.gov or call 503-842-3408 ext. 3419
Committees
Development Committee
Explores housing development opportunities that benefit the County. Chair: Jackie Ryser
Meets virtually on the last Monday of every month at 3:30pm
Meeting Information:
Or call in (audio only)
+1 971-254-3149,,120602015# United States, Portland
Phone Conference ID: 120 602 015#
Development Committee Meeting Minutes
Finance Committee
Seeks grant opportunities to support housing programs and reviews funding requests for housing development. Chair: Dave Benneth
November Meeting to be held: December 4th @ 3:00pm-4:30pm
No December Meeting (Holiday)
Special Finance Committee Meeting for Housing Production Solutions Fund Evaluations: January 6th @ 9am-12:00pm
Normal Schedule Resumes January 22nd, 4th Wednesday of each month @ 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Information: Meetings are held virtually
Meeting ID: 244 871 733 813
Or call in (audio only)
+1 971-254-3149,,812011619# United States, Portland
Phone Conference ID: 812 011 619#
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
Legislative Committee
Researches Oregon State Legislature activity on bills related to housing and makes recommendations to the Housing Commission accordingly. Chair: Kari Fleisher
Meets virtually on the 3rd Wednesday of Each Month from 4:00pm-5:00pm
Legislative Committee meeting agendas
Meeting Information: Meetings are held virtually
Dial in by phone
# United States, Portland
Phone conference ID: 975 118 116#
Legislative Committee Meeting Minutes
Public Education and Outreach Committee
Develops strategic communications about the work of the Housing Commission, housing issues, and shares solutions. Chair: Michelle Jenck
THE NOVEMBER MEETING OF THE OUTREACH AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE HAS BEEN MOVED TO NOVEMBER 21st @ 9-10:15AM
Meets virtually on the Second Thursday of every month at 10:00 AM
Virtual Link for Public Meetings
Microsoft Teams is utilized for Housing Commission Meetings.
Call in: +1 971-254-3149,
Phone Conference ID: 615 803 191#
Education and Outreach Meeting Minutes
Education and Outreach Agendas
