This is an opportunity perhaps for an individual who might normally not want to go through the electoral process to have a chance to serve this community on the City Council.
According to the city’s release, “The City will hold an information session about the appointment process and answer questions about the process, the requirements for applicants, etc. All interested individuals are encouraged to attend.”
Here are the key dates:
January 5- Application Period Opens
January 10 – City Information Session
January 25 – Application Period Closes
February 1 – If necessary, Council narrows applicant field to 10 or less
February 2-7 – Candidates will arrange a time to tape Candidate Statements for public broadcasting
February 16 – Public Forum held
February 22 – Council begins deliberations
March 1 – First Regular Council Meeting in which Appointee participates
June 30, 2012 – Appointee’s term ends
