Discussion:
Various terms on boards and commissions expire February 28, 2017, or until their successors are appointed and qualified. The City has advertised for volunteers interested in filling seats on the city's various boards and commissions. On February 15, 16 and 17, an interview panel consisting of Councilors Jay Whiting and Matt Lehman and a representative from each of the boards and commissions interviewed a total of 26 applicants.
After reviewing the qualifications, the interview committee is making the following recommendations: (Note: appointments for the EDAC will be made by the Economic Development Authority at the March 7th meeting. Interviews will be held Friday February 17th and Thursday February 23 for the EDAC).
Bicycle Advisory Committee - Laura Bjorklund
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board - Jeremy Casper*, Mike Vogel, Kyle Verley.
Planning Commission/BOAA - Lori Brandon* and Anita Botamer
Police Civil Service Commission - Joan Lynch* and Bruce Starkey
The interview committee selected Terry Joos* to be reappointed but they could not come to an agreement for the second position on the Shakopee Public Utilities Commission. The committee agreed to put it to the council for a vote. To expedite the process, in the past the City Council members have filled out the ballot ahead of time and given it to the City Clerk just before the meeting. Votes are tallied with the first results presented to council members when the matter comes up on the agenda. If additional voting is necessary it would take place at that time. Council may wish to follow this procedure to expedite the process. (Ballot attached)