TO: City Council
THROUGH: Steve Powers, City Manager
FROM: Chuck Bennett, Mayor
SUBJECT:
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Mayoral Appointments and reappointments to the Airport Advisory Commission, Center 50+ Advisory Commission, Historic Landmarks Commission, and Human Rights Commission.
Ward(s): All Wards
Councilor(s): All Councilors
Neighborhood(s): All Neighborhoods
RECOMMENDATION:
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Information Only.
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SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND:
The Mayor reviewed applications and requests for reappointment on December 12, 2018, and announced his appointments and reappointments of the candidates listed below.
Airport Advisory Commission
As described in Salem Revised Code Chapter 9, The Airport Advisory Commission (AAC) advises the Council on all airport matters.
Center 50+ Advisory Commission
The Center 50+ Advisory Commission serves as an advisory commission to the City Council and Salem Senior Center Staff in matters related to the operations of the Salem Senior Center.
Historic Landmarks Commission
The Historic Landmarks Commission advises the Council on matters pertaining to historic sites and structures in Salem, administers the Historic Preservation Ordinance, and assists property owners in preservations of such structures.
Human Rights Commission
Salem Revised Code Chapter 8 creates the Human Rights Commission, which states that appointments are made by the Mayor.
Airport Advisory Commission
Reappoint Douglas Brenizer to a term #1 with a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Reappoint John Foley to a term #1 with a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Appoint Ken Gettys to a term #1 with a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Appoint Brendan Omara to a term #1 with a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Center 50+ Advisory Commission
Reappoint Allen Jakobitz to a term #2 with a term expiring on December 31, 2021.
Historic Landmarks Commission
Reappoint Jamie French to a term #1 with a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Appoint Andrew Zimmerman to a term #1 with a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Human Rights Commission
Reappoint Rita Siong to a term #1 expiring on December 31, 2021.
Appoint Angelo Arredondo to a partial term expiring on December 31, 2020.
Appoint Nathan Schmidt to a term #1 (youth position) expiring on December 31, 2021.
Appoint Michael Watters to a term #1 expiring on December 31, 2021.
While these appointments and reappointments are important to the ongoing viability of the City Boards and Commissions, volunteer positions are almost always available. To learn of current opportunities, interested individuals may refer to the boards and commissions page on the City’s website at <https://www.cityofsalem.net/boards-and-commissions>. Email inquiries may be sent to <mailto:boardsandcommissions@cityofsalem.net>.
Attachments:
1. Ken Gettys Application - Redacted (Airport Advisory Commission)
2. Brendan Omara Application - Redacted (Airport Advisory Commission)
3. Andrew Zimmerman Application - Redacted (Historic Landmarks Commission)
4. Angelo Arredondo Application - Redacted (Human Rights Commission)
5. Nathan Schmidt Application - Redacted (Human Rights Commission)
6. Michael Watters Application - Redacted (Human Rights Commission)