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8.B.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
Meeting Date:
01/20/2026
From:
Georganna Staskey, Deputy City Clerk

TITLE:

Consideration of Appointments: Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals
 

STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:

  1. Councilmember Aslan to make one appointment. 

Executive Summary:

The Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals consists of seven citizens who meet when necessary. The Board holds hearings on appeals related to applications and interpretation of City building and fire codes. The Board of Appeals has no authority to interpret the administrative provisions of the code, nor is the Board empowered to waive requirements of the code.

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 one (1) applications on file for consideration by the Council as follows:
  • David Merrell (current Commissioner)
In an effort to reduce exposure to personal information, the applicant roster and applications will be submitted to the City Council separately.

COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENT: Councilmembers Aslan

Financial Impact:

These are voluntary positions and there is no budgetary impact to the City of Flagstaff.

Policy Impact:

None

Previous Council Decision or Community Discussion:

None

Options and Alternatives to Recommended Action:

  1. Appoint one Board member: By appointing a member at this time, the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals allows the group to meet and provide recommendations to the City Council.
  2. 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

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