Council approves first reading to remove two‑term limit for boards and commissions

May 15, 2026

The council gave first reading to ordinance 26‑875, which would eliminate a two‑term limit for service on city boards and commissions and allow incumbents to be reappointed with council approval; staff indicated utilities commission term limits are set in the charter and may require a separate charter change.

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Staff presented the first reading of ordinance 26‑875 on May 12, which would eliminate the restriction that members of city boards and commissions may only serve two consecutive terms. The change would allow members to serve additional terms subject to council approval of appointments.

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