TILLAMOOK COUNTY HOUSING COMMISSION
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.
Virtual
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ed Gallahger, Chair | At-Large | December 2024 |
| Kris Lachenmeier, Vice Chair | Major Employer | December 2024 |
| Vacant | Non-Profit | December 2024 |
| Megan Carpenter | City of Tillamook | December 2025 |
| Kari Fleisher | At-Large | December 2024 |
| Sarah Dentel | At-Large | December 2026 |
| Michelle Jenck | Major Employer | December 2024 |
| Briar Smith | At-Large | December 2026 |
| Kristin Koptiuch | At-Large | December 2025 |
| Vacant | At-Large | December 2026 |
| Mark Kuestner | North County | December 2026 |
| Dave Benneth | South County | December 2025 |
| Dave Mattison | At-Large | December 2026 |
County Staff
- Erin Skaar: eskaar@co.tillamook.or.us 503-842-3403 (County Commissioner Liaison)
- Sarah Absher: sabsher@co.tillamook.or.us 503-842-3408 ext. 3317 (County Staff Liaison)
- Parker Sammons: psammons@co.tillamook.or.us 503-842-3408 ext. 3419 (Housing Coordinator)
- Lynn Tone: ltone@co.tillamook.or.us 503-842-3423 (Office Specialist)
Committees
1. Public Education and Outreach Committee
Develops strategic communications about the work of the Housing Commission, housing issues, and shares solutions. Chair: vacant
Meets virtually on the fourth Thursday of every month at 3:00 PM
Hybrid meeting
Attendees may participate in-person or virtually
Virtual Link for Public Meetings
Microsoft Teams is utilized for Housing Commission Meetings.
Call in: +1 971-254-3149,
Phone Conference ID: 781 688 218#
2. Development Committee
Explores code language and other options that support the development of diverse types of housing. Chair: vacant
Meets virtually on the last Monday of every month at 10:00 AM
Hybrid meeting
Attendees may participate in-person or virtually
Virtual Link for Public Meetings
Microsoft Teams is utilized for Housing Commission Meetings.
Call in: 1-971-254-3149, Conference ID: 887 242 77#
3. 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 Quarterly when the Legislature is out of session. The next meeting of the Legislative Committee is: TBD (due to Juneteenth Holiday)
Hybrid meeting
Attendees may participate in-person or virtually
Virtual Link for Public Meetings
Microsoft Teams is utilized for Housing Commission Meetings.
Call in: 1-971-254-3149, Conference ID: 887 242 77#
4. Finance Committee
Seeks grant opportunities to support housing programs and reviews funding requests for housing development. Chair: Melissa Carlson-Swanson
Meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 3:00 PM
Hybrid meeting
Attendees may participate in-person or virtually
Virtual Link for Public Meetings
Microsoft Teams is utilized for Housing Commission Meetings.
Click here to join the meeting
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#
