Committee weighs at‑large seats and alternative commission structures
Members debated moving from five district‑qualified commissioners to a hybrid model (for example, three district seats and two at‑large seats) or other splits to widen the candidate pool; concerns included potential geographic overrepresentation and election mechanics.
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The committee discussed possible reconfiguration of the city commission to expand the candidate pool and flexibility for strong applicants who live in the same neighborhood. One member proposed reducing strict single‑district constraints and creating a hybrid model such as three district seats and two at‑large seats to allow more qualified candidates to serve.
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