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Loveland staff propose training, background checks and a rubric to restructure boards and commissions
Summary
The city clerk presented a review of Loveland's 24 boards and commissions recommending clearer definitions, regular liaison training, background checks for volunteers and a cautious pilot for youth members; council asked staff to develop a rubric and return with proposals.
City Clerk Ashley McDonald presented findings June 10 from a months-long review of Loveland's boards and commissions program, recommending clearer role definitions, standardized recruitment and interview rubrics, regular training for council liaisons, and mandatory background checks for volunteers who interact with youth.
McDonald told the council the review combined staff surveys, liaison interviews, a community "super meeting," and an independent review. The package found most current handbooks are "functional" but that the city needs clearer definitions (board vs. commission vs. committee), more consistent training and improved communication between council and volunteers. The presentation noted Loveland…
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