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3, What qualifications do you consider most important for members of your <br />commission? <br /> <br />P&R: <br /> 1. Integrity. <br />2. Able to communicate their opinions effectively and concisely. <br />3. How their individual characteristics would contribute to the commission so it reflects <br />the community in terms of age, gender, type of job, geographic location, area of interest. <br />4. Particular talent/expertise would be a plus, but shouldn't be required. <br />5. Experience in municipal affairs should not be required. <br />6. Interest in and concern for the park system is essential. <br />7. Length of residence in community should not be an issue. <br />8. Someone who is able to work well with others on the commission. <br />9. Interest in or experience in parks or programs. Independent of thought. Vision for a <br />better city. We don't need people who necessarily think alike or can get along, to form a <br />positive commission. <br />10. A genuine interest in the community and the Park & Recreation opportunities. A <br />broad interest focusing on serving the entire community and not a special interest group. <br />If specific seats are established, it could become a political game and difficult for the staff <br />to work with. <br /> <br />Planning: <br />1. Sense of community, not just self interest. Reside in community at least 5 years. <br />Someone who is not in the political arena or wants to "get back" at city council. <br />2. Common sense; ability to keep an open mind and keep personal feelings aside. <br /> <br />EDC: <br />1. Life experience and an age that corresponds with average age of business owners and <br />management. <br />2. A willingness to get involved. The time to dedicate to the meetings, and the ability to <br />look at issues objectively. I personally prefer people without an ax to grind or personal <br />issues to promote. <br />3. Patience, as things move slowly. Also, ability to realize we are a volunteer <br />commission so some ideas may get nowhere whereas other ideas we may receive <br />significant heat for. <br />4. A genuine interest in working for the betterment of the community. Good <br />communication. A willingness to work with other members of the commission toward a <br />common goal. <br />5. Knowledge of City; interested in welfare of everyone in city instead of special interest <br />or self interest; ability to focus on issues and analyze alternatives; teamwork - ability to <br />hear other people's ideas. <br /> <br /> <br />