City Council Meeting - FINAL (AMENDED)
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8.C.
Meeting Date:
08/28/2023
From:
Stacy Fobar, Deputy City Clerk
Information
TITLE:
Consideration of Appointments:
Parks and Recreation Commission.
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Make three appointments to terms expiring August 2026.
Executive Summary:
The Parks and Recreation Commission consists of seven (7) resident members. The Parks and Recreation Commission makes recommendations to the Council regarding City parks and recreational programs, the annual budget, and capital improvements for the Parks and Recreation Divisions. There are currently two available seats due to term expirations. It is important to fill vacancies on Boards and Commissions quickly so as to allow the Commission to continue meeting on a regular basis.
There are five (5) applications on file for consideration by the Council, they are as follows:
Ivey Rose Coss (new applicant)
Sandy Heath (new applicant)
Austin Kerr (current commissioner)
Ryan Martin (current commissioner)
Micah Smith (new applicant)
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENT:
Vice Mayor Aslan, Councilmember Sweet, and Councilmember Matthews
Financial Impact:
These are voluntary positions and there is no budgetary impact to the City of Flagstaff.
Policy Impact:
None
Connection to PBB Priorities/Objectives, Carbon Neutrality Plan & Regional Plan:
Inclusive and Engaged Community -
Foster community pride and civic engagement; advance social equity and social justice in Flagstaff; facilitate and foster diversity and inclusivity; and enhance community outreach and engagement opportunities.
Has There Been Previous Council Decision on This:
None
Options and Alternatives:
Appoint three Commissioners: By appointing two members at this time, the commission will be at full membership and able to continue to meet and provide recommendations to the City Council.
Table the action to allow for further discussion or expand the list of candidates.
Community Involvement:
The City's boards, commissions, and committees were created to foster public participation and input and to encourage Flagstaff citizens to take an active role in city government.
Expanded Options and Alternatives:
INFORM: The vacancies are posted on the City's website and individual recruitment and mention of the openings by Board members and by City staff have occurred, informing others of these vacancies through word of mouth.
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Parks and Recreation Commission Authority