Committee backs drafting charter amendment to allow two nonresidents on select boards

Aug 5, 2026

Staff presented draft language to let certain boards and commissions include up to two nonresidents; the change would be by charter ordinance, require a two‑thirds council vote and publication and will go to the city attorney for formal drafting.

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The committee discussed draft language to allow up to two nonresidents to serve on specific boards and commissions — including the Community Development Authority, Park and Recreation Commission, Travel and Tourism Commission, Cemetery Board and Community Foundation — where doing so could fill expertise gaps.

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