Commission appoints Greg Bobby to planning board; hears two other candidates
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Summary
The commission ratified Resolution 2025‑015 to fill a planning‑board vacancy, appointing resident Greg Bobby after interviews with three candidates; Commissioners encouraged the other applicants to continue volunteer service.
The Town Commission approved Resolution 2025‑015 on June 17, appointing Greg Bobby to the town planning board to fill a forthcoming vacancy.
Greg Bobby, who introduced himself at the podium as a Highland Beach resident and former vice mayor with a civil engineering background and experience on marine and planning matters, told commissioners he wanted to fill the single‑family homeowner representation on the planning board after incumbent Roger Brown’s upcoming departure. Two other candidates — Barry Donaldson and Robert Lasorsa — also introduced themselves and described prior volunteer service; commissioners thanked all three for applying.
Why it matters: The planning board advises the commission on land‑use matters and site‑specific approvals. Commissioners emphasized the importance of having at least one single‑family homeowner on the board and cited Bobby’s experience on marine issues and prior municipal service as reasons for appointment.
Meeting action: A motion to approve Resolution 2025‑015 appointing Greg Bobby carried unanimously on roll call. The commission accepted Bobby’s remarks, asked questions of other candidates and encouraged continued volunteerism from the applicants who were not appointed.
Ending: The mayor and commissioners welcomed Bobby back to service and asked staff to finalize appointment paperwork and term dates.
