8.C.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
- Meeting Date:
- 10/20/2026
- From:
- Jessica Matias, Chief of Staff
TITLE:
Consideration of Appointments: Parks and Recreation Commission
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
- Councilmember Aslan to make one appointment.
- Councilmember Matthews to make one appointment.
Executive Summary:
The Parks and Recreation Commission consists of seven (7) resident members. The Parks and Recreation Commission makes recommendations to the Council regarding City parks and recreational programs, the annual budget, and capital improvements for the Parks and Recreation Divisions.
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 four (4) applications on file for consideration by the Council as follows:
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENT: Councilmember Aslan and Councilmember Matthews.
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 four (4) applications on file for consideration by the Council as follows:
- Ben Schmidt (new applicant)
- Drew Stanley (new applicant)
- Joel Fritzler (new applicant)
- Nye McCarty (new applicant)
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT ASSIGNMENT: Councilmember Aslan and Councilmember Matthews.
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:
- Appoint two Commissioners: By appointing members at this time, the Parks and Recreation Commission will have enough members to meet, 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