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Council approves overhaul of city boards and alder appointment terms after debate over public-safety committee
Summary
The Common Council approved changes to alder appointment terms and a reorganization of boards, commissions and committees after extensive discussion about continuity, staff workload and whether to retain the Public Safety Review Committee.
The Common Council approved two linked items that rework alder appointments and reorganize several city boards, commissions and committees. The votes followed a lengthy debate over continuity of alder appointments, staff workload in making assignments and whether the Public Safety Review Committee (PSRC) should be retained.
Item highlights: Alder Tishler proposed an amendment to keep two-year alder appointments for boards where two or more alders serve, while allowing one-year appointments where only a single alder serves. Tishler argued the change preserves continuity while providing opportunities for new alders…
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