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Simsbury Zoning Commission elects Tony Brass as chair; Shannon chosen as vice chair
Summary
At a brief meeting, the Simsbury Zoning Commission welcomed two new members and elected Tony Brass as chair and Shannon as vice chair following nominations and show-of-hands votes. Commissioners deferred minutes to Dec. 15 and adjourned at 07:07.
The Simsbury Zoning Commission welcomed two new members and then moved to officer elections, nominating and electing Tony Brass as chair and Shannon as vice chair.
Shannon nominated Tony Brass "for chair of the Simsbury Zoning Commission," a nomination that Jackie seconded. The commission voted by a show of hands and the chair announced the result as 6–0 in favor of Brass, making him the commission chair.
The commission then opened nominations for vice chair. Candidates named from the floor included Shannon, Jackie and Kate Beal. Commissioners briefly discussed voting procedure and representation, with one member urging cross-representation between chair and vice chair to ensure both viewpoints are present when the two officers meet separately. Commissioners also referenced Robert's Rules as guidance for the voting sequence.
After discussion the commission voted for vice chair; the chair announced that Shannon received four votes and was elected vice chair. Commissioners discussed how members would like their individual votes recorded, and one member characterized their position as voting "against, but not really" while clarifying overall support for Shannon.
With no other business raised, Tucker Bowes moved to adjourn; Jackie seconded. The chair put the question and the meeting was adjourned at 07:07.
The commission deferred approval of minutes to its next meeting on December 15.
