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A Request for Further Direction from Staff Regarding an Ordinance to Allow Alternate Board and Commission Members
PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is to allow the Town Attorney to ask questions regarding the request to research a process to allow the appointment of alternate members to the Planning Board.
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DEPARTMENT: Town Attorney
CONTACT INFORMATION: Nick Herman
INFORMATION: During the April 7, 2015 meeting staff was directed to research a mechanism to create a pipeline of candidates or alternate members for Boards and Commissions. The Town Attorney would like to clarify the Board's intent prior to drafting an ordinance.
FISCAL & STAFF IMPACT: Depending upon the discussion, there may be staff impact associated with drafting an ordinance and with amendments to the recruitment and selection process for advisory boards.
RECOMMENDATION:r It is recommended that the attorney discuss this matter with the Board.