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Council reviews Ordinance 26-15 on planning commission term limits; attorney recommended two-term cap
Summary
Council and staff reviewed Ordinance 26-15, which clarifies term endings and renewal for planning commission members and alternates; the city attorney recommended limiting service to two terms and staff will vet bylaws to align with state statute.
The council discussed Ordinance 26-15 to clarify term limits and renewal procedures for planning commission members and alternates. Staff and the city attorney recommended limiting members to two terms to prevent indefinite reappointment and to create a clearer interview-and-appointment process. The ordinance also removes a prior omission that left alternate members without expiration dates.
Councilors emphasized that appointments should return to the council after staff interviews and stressed confidentiality of personal contact information provided to staff. Staff said they will draft bylaw language and work with the attorney to ensure the ordinance aligns with state statute and best practices before returning to the council for action.
