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Consider/Discuss Amending the Policy on Board and Commission Member Appointment and Eligibility
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COUNCIL GOAL: Operational Excellence
MEETING DATE: October 17, 2016
DEPARTMENT: Mayor
City Secretary
CONTACT: Honorable Brian Loughmiller
Sandy Hart, TRMC, MMC
REMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Discuss Amendments to the Policy
ITEM SUMMARY:
* On September 20, 2016, the City Council requested a future discussion item regarding amendments to the policy on Board and Commission Appointment and Eligibility relating to the interview process and specific criteria for Board members.
* Interview process suggested changes:
o Form an interview committee comprised of all or part of the City Council.
o Conduct group interviews rather than by Board over a 3-4 week period of time.
o Schedule the interviews on different days and times to allow a greater opportunity for applicants to attend.
o Send reminder emails each week to notify applicants of the remaining interviews and the importance of attending one of the scheduled interviews.
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o Eliminate the interviews and utilize applications and resumes for the basis of selection.
* Staff liaisons from various boards and commissions are providing the following recommendations for specific criteria for members of their board:
o All Boards and Commissions:
* Knowledgeable and willingness to support the City Council's Goals and Objectives
o MEDC
* Business experience - (entrepreneurial experience in running a business, meeting payroll, finance, customer development, etc.)
* Relevant experience in a larger firm with specialization in such areas as finance, sales, marketing, IT, HR, customer service, research, statistics, etc.
* Real estate development experience (particularly office or retail)
* Workforce development experience (one of the biggest drivers in location decision making)
* Well versed in modern communication habits/trends and would bring some fresh perspective/insights on using social media in m...
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