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West Sacramento agency outlines member-at-large recruitment process; board discusses term length
Summary
Board discussed a draft application and timeline to recruit a member-at-large, outreach plans using utility billings and the city website, and differing views on possible term lengths with a leaning toward two-year appointments.
The West Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency discussed a draft recruitment process Sept. 18 to fill a member-at-large seat, including minimum qualifications, outreach methods and timing for appointments.
Staff presented a draft application adapted from the city clerk's process and said the agency will minimize qualifications to avoid screening out applicants. Staff said applicants must be at least 18 and residents; questions on the form will ask about prior commission experience and skills or education relevant to board service. The draft also includes a disclosure notifying applicants that submitted information may become public.
Agency staff said the recruitment will be advertised via utility billings and posted to the city's website for a minimum three-week application period. Staff indicated a likely timeline of reviewing candidates in November and seating an appointee in December.
Board discussion focused on term length. One board member recommended a two-year appointment to align with the city's schedule and to give applicants clarity about the commitment. Other members said they would be comfortable with a one-year term or with reaffirming appointments periodically; no formal motion or vote was taken — the item was presented for discussion only.
Staff said the document presented is a draft and that they will continue to refine it with the city clerk's office and the agency attorney before launching outreach.
