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POLICY FOR APPOINTING MEMBERS OF CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Pupose: The Mayor and City Council of the City of Ramsey have the authority to establish volunteer boards and commissions to advise them on matters affecting the City, as detailed in Chapter 2.03 of the City Code. The purpose of this policy is to outline a process for selecting and appointing representatives to City boards and commissions. Scope: This policy applies to the following advisory bodies established by the City of Ramsey: Economic Development Commission, Fire Board, Horse Care Board, Park and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, and to the Charter Commission with the exceptions noted in item number 8. Process: The intent of the process is to ensure that openings on City boards and commissions are publicized to the community at large, that applicants are evaluated objectively and treated fairly and courteously, and that members of boards and commissions are selected on the basis of their qualifications and suitability for the position. I I i 1. Notification of vacancies When a vacancy on a board or commission occurs, the staff liaison to the commission will notify the Administrative Services Manager who will prepare a detailed notice of position availability for publication in the City newsletter and the City's official newspaper, for posting on public bulletin boards and dissemination to local civic organizations. The application deadline will be no less than two weeks after the date of publication or posting. I I 2. New applicants New applicants for vacancies on City boards and commissions are required to submit a letter of interest specifying the position being applied for; name, address and phone number of the applicant; and a description of interest, experience or qualifications relative to the position. Resumes are welcome, but not required. 3. Evaluation Process I ! I a. Evaluation panel The evaluation panel for City board and commission applications is comprised of the chair and vice-chair of the applicable board or commission, two members of the Personnel Committee of the City Council, and the Administrative Services Manager. I I I I