Title
Vote to Fill Board Vacancy
Report
Issue:
Whether to appoint a new board member to fill vacant seat
Staff Contact:
Max DeJarnatt, PBIA Staff Liaison, Community Planning & Development 360.570.3723
Presenter(s):
Max DeJarnatt
Background and Analysis:
BACKGROUND
3.62.130 of the City ordinance regarding the PBIA states, "the Board shall consist of an odd number totaling at least 15 member representatives of Ratepayers." Currently, there are 12 members seated on the board.
All three empty seats were vacated by resignation, which means a majority of the seated members may vote to appoint a new person to fill the seat.
Bylaws, Section 10.02.03: Any vacancy occurring in any office of the PBIA for reason of death, resignation, or removal shall be filled promptly by a majority vote of the Advisory Board. The person so elected shall serve during the unexpired term of the Advisory Board member whose position has become vacant.
Of the vacated seats, two terminate at the end of 2021 and one at the end of 2022.
ADDITIONAL INFO
* Any ratepayer in good standing may be nominated.
* Traditionally, businesses have been able to have an employee serve instead of the actual business owner. Staff's recommendation is to follow this tradition.
* Board members should represent a diversity of business classifications, interests, and viewpoints.
* Consider what zone nominees are in. We need a mix. Currently most members are from Zone A.
* There is no limit to the number of terms a Board member can complete, as long as they are appointed or run for election each time.
* According to City Ordinance, the Board's duties include:
o The annual development of a proposed work program with specific projects and budgets,
o The recommendation of the same to the City Council for its consideration, and
o Preparation of a plan for regular communication of PBIA projects and information to Ratepayers.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
N/A
Options:
Following an oral nominat...
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