PLACEMENT: Board and Committee Appointments
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NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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After solicitation of applicants due to vacancies, terms expiring, and resignations, the Board is asked to make the necessary appointments to the Golden Gate, Hobe Sound, Port Salerno, and Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committees (NAC).
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DEPARTMENT: Administration
PREPARED BY: Name: Donna Gordon
Title: Administrative Services Program Coordinator
REQUESTED BY: Office of Community Development
PRESET:
PROCEDURES: None
BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
On September 11, 2018 the Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 18-9.29 which sets the number of members for each Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC):
Golden Gate Neighborhood Advisory Committee - 7 members
Hobe Sound Neighborhood Advisory Committee - 7 members
Jensen Beach Neighborhood Advisory Committee - 5 members
Old Palm City Neighborhood Advisory Committee - 9 members
Port Salerno Neighborhood Advisory Committee - 7 members
Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee - 7 members
On November 20, 2018, Resolution Number 18.11.18 was adopted increasing the number of members of the Port Salerno Neighborhood Advisory Committee from seven (7) to nine (9).
There are two vacancies on the Golden Gate NAC, one term will expire and one member resigned on the Hobe Sound NAC, three terms will expire on the Port Salerno NAC, and two members recently resigned on the Rio NAC. Per previous Board direction, Administration Staff sent Debra Harsh, Rachel Heid, and Christian Nelson Certificates of Appreciation and letters thanking them for serving which were signed by the Chair.
On December 9, an Information Release soliciting applicants for the Golden Gate, Hobe Sound, Port Salerno, and Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committees was emailed via Constant Contact to the Outreach Martin and Local Media email lists which includes local Chambers of Commerce, local businesses, and citizens. The Information Release was also posted to the County’s web page under News.
To qualify, Neighborhood Advisory Committee applicants must be an individual who is either:
i. A resident of the respective Community Redevelopment Area, as evidenced by being a registered voter in the respective Community Redevelopment Area for at least one year, or
ii. A resident of Martin County, as evidenced by being a registered voter in Martin County for at least one year, who is also a business owner of a business located within the respective Community Redevelopment Area; or
iii. A resident of Martin County, as evidenced by being a registered voter in Martin County for at least two years, who is also a senior manager of a business located within the respective Community Redevelopment Area; or
iv. A resident of Martin County, as evidenced by being a registered voter in Martin County for at least one year, who also owns real property within a mile of the respective Community Redevelopment Area. No more than two members of any respective Neighborhood Advisory Committee will be appointed from category iv. above.
Administration Staff confirmed through the Supervisor of Elections Office that all the applicants are Martin County registered voters as required.
The Administration Staff will advise all the applicants of the Commission’s decision which will include Sunshine Law information to the appointed individuals. Chair letters and Certificates of Appreciation will be mailed to any members not re-appointed. The Chair will sign the letter/s and certificate/s.
ISSUES:
The Board is asked to appoint two individuals to the Golden Gate NAC. Both terms will begin immediately - one term will end January 28, 2027 and one will end February 10, 2029.
• If more applications are received, they will be submitted via a Supplemental Memorandum.
The Board is asked to appoint two individuals to the Hobe Sound NAC.
Staff recommends re-appointing Mr. Banas for a term to begin February 21, 2025 and end February 20, 2029 and appoint Ms. Butler for a term to begin immediately and end September 11, 2026 (to complete Christian Nelson’s term).
Michael Banas (incumbent) Susan Butler
The Board is asked to appoint three individuals to the Port Salerno NAC. The terms will begin February 21, 2025 and end February 20, 2029. A voting sheet is attached.
Gerald (Casey) Cass (incumbent) Susan Fogelson
Cathy Harvey (incumbent) Jaime Taylor Rolle (incumbent)
The Board is asked to appoint two individuals to the Rio NAC. The terms will begin immediately - one term will end September 11, 2027 and one term will end November 1, 2025.
• If more applications are received, they will be submitted via a Supplemental Memorandum.
NOTES:
Cathy Harvey also serves on the Community Development Block Grant Citizen Advisory Task Force.
Jamie Taylor Rolle also serves on the Community Redevelopment Agency.
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW:
This item has been reviewed for legal sufficiency to determine whether it is consistent with applicable law.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
RECOMMENDATION
The Board is asked to appoint two individuals to the Golden Gate NAC. Both terms will begin immediately - one term will end January 28, 2027 and one will end February 10, 2029.
The Board is asked to appoint two individuals to the Hobe Sound NAC.
Mr. Banas for a term to begin February 21, 2025 and end February 20, 2029 and Ms. Butler for a term to begin immediately and end September 11, 2026.
The Board is asked to appoint three individuals to the Port Salerno NAC. The terms will begin February 21, 2025 and end February 20, 2029.
The Board is asked to appoint two individuals to the Rio NAC. The terms will begin immediately - one term will end September 11, 2027 and one term will end November 1, 2025.
Move that the Board authorize the Chair to sign the Resolution of Appointment and any letters/certificates as described under Background.
ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS
Direct staff accordingly.
FISCAL IMPACT:
RECOMMENDATION
None
ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS
None
DOCUMENT(S) REQUIRING ACTION:
☐Budget Transfer / Amendment ☐ Chair Letter ☐Contract / Agreement
☐Grant / Application ☐Notice ☐Ordinance ☒Resolution
☐Other: