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Commission recommends clarifying appeals board pay and duties (LUCA25-14)
Summary
The commission recommended the City Council adopt LUCA25-14 to change appeals board compensation from periodic contracts to a fee arrangement and to clarify duties; commissioners confirmed the board is mayor-appointed and meets infrequently.
The commission reviewed LUCA25-14, which would change language in the land-use code so the appeals board is compensated by fee rather than by periodic contract and would better define the board's responsibilities. Staff said the appeals board currently has three mayor-appointed members and receives infrequent cases; commissioners asked for clarity about appointment and typical caseload.
A motion to recommend the amendment to the City Council passed by voice vote. Staff noted upcoming appeals (including one from the Romney Group) and said the change would simplify compensation mechanics without changing rates. The commission directed staff to include clarifications about duties and appointment in the report to the City Council.
