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Staff notifies council of 20 board seats expiring; asks for reappointment recommendations

City of Lancaster City Council (work session) · January 15, 2025
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Summary

City staff reported 20 seats on boards and commissions have terms expiring at the end of 2024 and asked council members to submit candidate names before the Jan. 28, 2025 meeting; most incumbents requested reappointment and staff named specific incumbents (Donna Hagen, Ira Bell, Robin Durham) as examples of positions to be filled.

City staff told the council that 20 seats on Lancaster’s boards and commissions have terms that expire at the end of 2024 and asked council members to identify candidates for reappointment or replacement ahead of the Jan. 28, 2025 meeting.

The staff member said most incumbents have asked to be reappointed except two who did not wish to continue. Staff listed several incumbents by name as examples, including Donna Hagen (International Ability/Property Maintenance code board context), Ira Bell (Fire Prevention Board of Adjustment and Appeals) and Robin Durham (Planning Commission).

Council members were asked to contact city staff (Mr. Douglas referenced in the transcript) with suggested appointments before the next meeting. Staff and the mayor noted the council would send letters of thanks to members who completed service. No formal appointments were recorded during the session; staff asked council members to be prepared with candidate names at the next meeting.