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6.B.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
Meeting Date:
02/18/2025
From:
Georganna Staskey, Deputy City Clerk

TITLE:

Consideration of Appointments: Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living
 

STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:


Make one appointment to a term expiring in March 2027.
Make one appointment to a term expiring in March 2028.

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 five (5) applications on file for consideration by the Council, they are as follows:
  • Rasheera Dopson (new applicant)
  • James Martinez (new applicant)
  • Ethan Herrington (new applicant)
  • Shaynna Pitman (new applicant) 
  • Sarah Dorman (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 ASSIGNMENTS: Councilmember Spence, Councilmember Aslan
 

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:

  1. Appoint two 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.
  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