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Action on Volunteer Board, Committee, and Commission appointments (9 boards, and 23 seats).
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Summary and Recommended Action:
Mayor Niemeyer has submitted the following appointment recommendations for City Council advice and consent. Staff recommends approval.
Board of Appeals
Number of positions: 2
Term Length: 5 Years
Residency Requirement: Not Required
Purpose: The function of the Board of Appeals is to hear and decide on appeals or orders, decisions, or determinations made by the city building officials relative to the application and interpretation of the Building Code, and to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction. All members of the Board must be qualified by training and experience to pass upon the matters pertaining to building construction.
Mayor's Recommendation:
1) Reappoint Paul Sahr (term expires 1/1/2029)
2) Appoint Gabriel Lowe (term expires 1/1/2029)
Brookings Disability Awareness Committee
Number of positions: |910|Term Length: 3 years
Residency Requirement: Required for majority
Purpose: The Brookings Disability Awareness Committee strives to advocate for the rights of people who have disabilities in our community. Throughout the year, specific events are held to bring awareness and information to our citizens. Technical assistance is provided to the business community, private individuals, governmental entities and nonprofit organizations. This is a service not provided by any other entity in Brookings. The goals of this service are to improve the quality of life for people who have disabilities through enhancing the knowledge base of entities in the community; and to further serve as a community-based advocacy group enhancing the ability of local entities to comply with Federal Civil Rights legislation.
Mayor's Recommendation:
1) Reappoint Ali Teesdale (term expires 1/1/2029)
2) New Appointment Jamy Shomaker (term e...
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