January 6, 2004

SUBJECT: BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS FOR 2003 - PHASE II FALL RECRUITMENT

REPORT IN BRIEF

On January 5, 2004, Council interviewed 11 applicants for 4 vacancies on City Boards and Commissions. Staff recommends Council make its appointments from the applicants listed below.

BACKGROUND

Staff conducted a widespread recruitment for citizens interested in serving on a City Board or Commission from November 10 through December 26, 2003. Efforts were enhanced by a recruitment video shown extensively on KSUN during the recruitment period. Staff's outreach efforts also included advertisements in the both the San Jose Mercury News, and The Sun. Recruitment letters and flyers were mailed to local service clubs and businesses, and an announcement was made at each Council meeting during the recruitment period.

Approximately 30 applications were distributed to prospective candidates and 

11 applications were submitted.

Staff has verified that all of the following individuals meet the residency and voter registration requirements, as applicable.

DISCUSSION

Current vacancies, terms of appointments, and names of candidates are as follows:

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no fiscal impact as a result of this report.

PUBLIC CONTACT

The public was notified of the recruitment for Boards and Commissions applicants via newspaper advertisements, press releases, flyers, KSUN, and through civic and co-sponsored groups. Public contact was also made during the Public Announcements at City Council meetings.

ALTERNATIVES

1. Make appointments from the candidates listed above.

2.  Do not make appointments at this time. Include these vacancies in the 2004 Phase I Spring Recruitment.

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends alternative #1.

Prepared by:

Donna Biles
Deputy City Clerk

Approved by:
Amy Chan
Acting City Manager