CouncilTrac · Matter
What this is
Council will review the process used to select and appoint members to the city's boards and commissions.
Timeline
- July 9, 2026 Agenda posted — October 20, 2025 meeting
- July 15, 2026 Agenda updated — October 20, 2025 meeting
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — October 20, 2025
Review process; no formal action anticipated
Official agenda language
REVIEW OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS PROCESS • City Council Rules of Order and Procedure: https://www.cor.net/RulesofOrderandProcedure
Documents
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