8.A.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
- Meeting Date:
- 03/03/2026
- From:
- Georganna Staskey, Deputy City Clerk
TITLE:
Consideration of Appointments: Water Commission
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
- Councilmember House to make one appointment.
- Councilmember Matthews to make one appointment.
- Vice Mayor Sweet to make one appointment.
Executive Summary:
The Water Commission consists of seven citizens and a representative from the Planning and Zoning Commission. It reviews extensions of the water and sewer collection systems, treatment and use of water furnished by the City, treatment and disposal of the City's sewage system effluent, and water/sewer rates.
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 three (3) applications on file and they are as follows:
Council Appointment Assignment: Councilmember House, Councilmember Matthews, and Vice Mayor Sweet
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 three (3) applications on file and they are as follows:
- Robert Vane (current commissioner)
- Haley Paul (current application)
- Caroline Reed (new applicant)
Council Appointment Assignment: Councilmember House, Councilmember Matthews, and Vice Mayor Sweet
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 three Commissioners: By appointing members at this time, the Water Commission will be at full membership, 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