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Two residents propose five-part-time commissioner model and county manager

Ballard City Council · April 21, 2026
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Summary

Residents Joe Gardner and Dan Desilver presented a proposal to change county government to a five-part-time commission system with a professional county manager; the presentation was entered under Mayor’s Report and no vote was taken.

Two residents introduced themselves during the Mayor’s Report and presented a proposal to restructure county government from its current form to a five part-time commissioner model overseen by a professional county manager.

According to the meeting record, Joe Gardner and Dan Desilver summarized perceived benefits of increased representation and having a professional manager to administer county business; the minutes note the proposal but do not record supporting documents, a formal motion, or public comment beyond the presentation.

No formal action, council endorsement or referral to staff or committee was recorded at this meeting. The proposal is listed in the minutes as an item for council awareness and possible future consideration.