Title
New Heritage Commissioner Appointments
Recommended Action
Information only, no action requested.
Report
Issue:
Discussion regarding onboarding new commissioners, and potential introductions.
Staff Contact:
Brittany Gillia, Historic Preservation Officer, Community Planning and Economic Development Department, 360.753.8427
Presenter(s):
N/A
Background and Analysis:
In 2025, there was one vacant seat and two terms ending on the Heritage Commission. One of the commissioners with an expiring term renewed their position, which left two vacant seats to fill. Two candidates have gone through the City’s advisory board recruitment process and are being recommended to the City Council on March 25th 2025 for appointment as new commissioners.
Climate Analysis:
No climate impacts were evident.
Equity Analysis:
The board and commission recruitment process is an opportunity to reduce disparities in participation among marginalized communities in City of Olympia process and decisions.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Residents serve on Advisory Committees to share their opinions and perspectives, study issues, and develop recommendations in a focused small group in order to provide judicious advice from a community member's perspective to the Olympia City Council.
Options:
1. Discuss onboarding and introductions of new commissioners
2. Do not discuss onboarding and introductions of new commissioners
Financial Impact:
N/A
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