Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Appointments topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Council appoints two residents to Soledad Mission Recreation District board
Summary
The council confirmed by consensus the city’s appointments of Desiree Barba and Ken Clemey to two four‑year seats on the Soledad Mission Recreation District board to fill vacancies and help restore quorum for the district.
The Soledad City Council on Feb. 19 confirmed two city appointments to the Soledad Mission Recreation District board by consensus, installing Desiree Barba and Ken Clemey to four‑year terms.
City staff said the district and city conducted outreach after two board vacancies left the recreation district near quorum limits. The city received two applicants and followed the city’s usual appointment process (mayoral appointment with council approval). Both applicants introduced themselves at the council meeting and summarized relevant experience.
Ken Clemey told council he has nearly 25 years in special‑district management, has served as a mosquito‑district manager and brings financial and board governance experience. Desiree Barba, a long‑time Soledad resident who previously worked at the city pool and currently serves on the cemetery district board, said she wants to support recreation programming and build stronger district relationships with families.
Council members praised both candidates and agreed by consensus to move forward with the appointments; staff noted the appointments would help the recreation district regain the capacity to schedule and conduct meetings and program planning.
Ending: The council confirmed the appointments by consensus and staff will notify the recreation district and complete appointment paperwork.
