Discussion Regarding Section 2-156 of the City Code -- Boards and Commissions

The purpose of this discussion is to review section 2-156 (a) and section 2-156 (d) of the City Code. 

Section 2-156 (a) Voting members and residence requirement.  At least two-thirds of the members of each board or commission shall be residents of the city.  Members shall represent a broad range of interests in functions of the city.

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Section 2-156 (d) Serve without compensation.  All members of a board or commission shall serve without compensation.  Board or commission members may receive a stipend for expenses as established by resolution of the city council.

Based on earlier feedback from the City Council, there may be a desire to consider revised language as it relates to section 156 (a) specific to the residency requirement; as well as section 2-156 (d) specific to considering a better definition or additional language regarding stipends. 

Staff will provide additional details during the work session. 

Up to 15 minutes.

Not applicable.

Administrative Services Director, Colleen Lasher

For the City Council to direct staff as to whether or not revised language should be drafted for review by the City Attorney and back to the City Council for additional discussion and next steps.