CC 2016-04-12_09c Appointment to Traffic Commission
MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: DIANNE THOMPSON, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO THE TRAFFIC
COMMISSION
DATE: APRIL 12, 2016
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Council approve the recommendation of Mayor Hill to appoint
Ken Sage to the Traffic Commission.
IMPACT TO FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
There is no fiscal impact from this action.
BACKGROUND:
City Council policy sets forth appointment procedures for the City’s Commissions,
Boards and Committees. Policy No. 4 of the City Council Operations Manual, Section 3
states that the Mayor and each Member of the Council shall recommend a
representative to the various Commissions, Boards and Committees, subject to the
approval by a majority vote of the Council. All Commission, Board, and Committee
Members serve at the pleasure of the Council.
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
An unscheduled vacancy occurred on the Traffic Commission due to a resignation by
Aaron Henkel. The term for the seat expires January 31, 2017. An application has
been received from Ken Sage. Mayor Hill has recommended the vacancy be filled by
Mr. Sage. The application form for the recommended appointment is attached.
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council’s consideration:
1. Approve Mayor Hill’s recommended appointment;
2. Do not approve the recommended appointment; or
3. Provide direction to staff.
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CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO TRAFFIC COMMISSION
APRIL 12, 2016
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ADVANTAGES:
This appointment will provide for a full membership on the Traffic Commission.
DISADVANTAGES:
No disadvantages are identified.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
No environmental review is required for this item.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted in front of City Hall on Thursday, April 7, 2016. The Agenda
and report were posted on the City’s website on Friday, April 8, 2016. No public
comments were received.
Attachment:
1. Application form
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