The Panhandle Regional Planning Commission is a voluntary association of cities, counties, and special districts in the Texas Panhandle. Established in 1969, the Planning Commission assists local governments in planning, developing, and implementing programs designed to improve the general health, safety, and welfare of the citizens in the Texas Panhandle.
The Planning Commission is an organization of, by, and for local governments. It was created based on the concept that more can be accomplished by local governments acting cooperatively rather than alone. Since 1969, the Planning Commission has been involved in a wide range of projects and programs. Activities currently include programs in the following areas:
- Area Agency on Aging
- Criminal Justice
- Dispute Resolution
- Economic Development
- Emergency Preparedness
- Local Government Services
- Regional 9-1-1 Network
- Regional Services
- Regional Transportation Planning
- Solid Waste Management
- Water Planning
- Workforce Development
The Panhandle region covers a 26-county area consisting of almost 26,000 square miles. The region’s population is 427,927. The Panhandle Regional Planning Commission has 93 member governments—including all 26 counties, 59 incorporated cities, and 5 special districts.