7.A.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
- Meeting Date:
- 05/05/2026
- From:
- Georganna Staskey, Deputy City Clerk
TITLE:
Consideration of Appointments: Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
- Councilmember Garcia to make one appointment
- Vice Mayor Sweet to make one appointment
- Mayor Daggett to make one appointment
- Councilmember Matthews to make one appointment
- Councilmember Spence to make one appointment
Executive Summary:
The Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living consists of seven citizens serving three-year terms. The commission's goals are to expand educational opportunities; improve access to housing, buildings, and transportation; have greater participation in recreational, social, and cultural activities; encourage greater opportunity for employment; and expand and strengthen rehabilitative programs and facilities.
The City of Flagstaff is committed to increasing diversity in every board and commission, please consider how the applicant stated they may contribute to this commitment.
There are seven (7) applications on file for consideration by the Council, they are as follows:
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENTS: Councilmember Garica, Vice Mayor Sweet, Mayor Daggett, Councilmember Matthews, and Councilmember Spence
The City of Flagstaff is committed to increasing diversity in every board and commission, please consider how the applicant stated they may contribute to this commitment.
There are seven (7) applications on file for consideration by the Council, they are as follows:
- James Martinez (new applicant)
- Ashanay Earl (new applicant)
- Danielle Miles (new applicant)
- Caitlin Peterson (new applicant)
- Russell Randall (current Commissioner)
- Keith Becker (current Commissioner)
- Paige Filipek (new applicant)
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENTS: Councilmember Garica, Vice Mayor Sweet, Mayor Daggett, Councilmember Matthews, and Councilmember Spence
Financial Impact:
These are voluntary positions and there is no budgetary impact to the City of Flagstaff.
Policy Impact:
Not applicable.
Previous Council Decision or Community Discussion:
None.
Options and Alternatives to Recommended Action:
- Appoint five Commissioners: By appointing members at this time, the Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living will be at full membership, allowing the group to meet and provide recommendations to the City Council.
- Postpone the action to allow for further discussion or expand the list of candidates.
Connection to PBB Priorities and Objectives:
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.
Connection to Regional Plan:
None
Connection to Carbon Neutrality Plan:
None
Connection to 10-Year Housing Plan:
None