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6.A.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
Meeting Date:
02/20/2024
From:
Stacy Fobar, Deputy City Clerk

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TITLE:

Consideration of Appointments:  Audit Committee
 

STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Make two appointments to indefinite terms on the Audit Committee.

Executive Summary:

The Audit Committee meets as needed, but at least once a year, to review the Annual Financial and Single Audit reports. The Committee is made up of one member from the City Council, the City Manager or designee, the Management Services Director and three members of the community.

There are currently two seats available. It is important to fill vacancies on Committees quickly so as to allow the Committee to continue meeting as needed. 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 two applications currently on file, they are as follows:
  • John Cortese
  • Jennifer Stevenson
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: Councilmember Harris and Councilmember House

Financial Impact:

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

Policy Impact:

None. 

Connection to PBB, Carbon Neutrality Plan, 10-Year Housing Plan & Regional Plan:

Priority Based Budget Key Community 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. 

10-Year Housing Plan
Connect 2.2: Encourage community organizations such as the local Continuum of Care to continue to integrate equity into programs and policies.

Has There Been Previous Council Decision on This:

None. 

Options and Alternatives:

  1. Appoint two committee members: by appointing two members at this time, the Audit Committee will be at full membership, allowing the group to meet and provide recommendations to the City Council.
  2. 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 opening by Board members and City staff has occurred, informing other of these vacancies through word of mouth.

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