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Commissioners urge more outreach for boards and commissions as quorum problems persist
Summary
Members said vacancies and poor attendance have left some boards and commissions unable to meet; commissioners recommended advertising openings three months before terms end and replacing long-absent members to maintain functioning bodies.
Commission members raised concerns that many boards and commissions struggle to meet because vacancies and repeated absences leave bodies without a quorum. Several members said the city should increase outreach three months before term expirations to solicit volunteers and avoid automatic reappointments when no applicants come forward.
Dr. Coun and Commissioner Dave Wington described scenarios where members miss meetings but keep their seats; the group suggested more proactive recruitment so others may serve. Staff member Kathy Myers was thanked for maintaining scheduling and calendar notices. Commissioners also discussed flexibility in convening special meetings, noting the charter requires posting meeting notices in advance but that the commission can schedule additional meetings when warranted.
With no further business, a motion to adjourn was moved and seconded and the meeting was adjourned by voice vote. The commission took no further formal actions at this session.
