BPAC recommends two applicants for appointment after split votes; one motion fails
Mar 5, 2026
BPAC debated multiple applications and ultimately recommended John Thomas and Alec Robert Rubinoff for two vacancies after a 5-0 vote (Chair abstained); an earlier motion to recommend John Thomas and Shelley Schoppert failed 3-2 with one abstention.
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During new business at the March 5 BPAC meeting, commissioners considered multiple applicants for two vacant seats. Rick Ludwick initially moved to recommend John Thomas and Shelley Schoppert; that motion failed 3-2 with Chair Shayne Boucher abstaining. Barry Salisbury and others spoke in favor of both candidates citing professional experience.
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