Consideration of Appointments: Sustainability Commission.

The Sustainability Commission consists of seven citizens, and is responsible for recommending and coordinating activities in concert with the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Program. To accomplish this objective, the Commission will address the social, economic, and environmental considerations of meeting the needs of current and future citizens. Among the Commission’s directives are the promotion of sustainable practices in all spheres of life and educating Flagstaff citizens. There are currently three seats available. Please note that only one vacancy is listed on the roster; Mr. Todd Barnell gave his resignation effective the end of August, 2015 and we are filling that seat along with the vacancy that is noted. 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 four applications on file for consideration by the Council, they are as follows:

Eli Chamberlain (new applicant)
John Kistler (new applicant)
Jeremy Krones (new applicant)
Dara Marks-Marino (new applicant)

COUNCIL INTERVIEW TEAM: Councilmember Brewster and Councilmember Overton

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

There is no Council goal that specifically addresses appointments to Boards and Commissions; however, boards and commissions do provide input and recommendations based on City Council goals that may pertain to the board or commission work plan.

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1) Appoint three Commissioners: By appointing members at this time, the commission will be at full membership and able to continue to meet and provide recommendations to the City Council.

2) Table the action to allow for further discussion or expand the list of candidates.

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.

INFORM: The vacancies are posted on the City's website and individual recruitment and mention of the openings by Board members and City staff has occurred, informing others of these vacancies through word of mouth.