This motion appoints Amanda Pyle to the Children and Families First Commission, with her term ending on October 8, 2026, and her residency requirement has been waived. The motion has been passed.
Motion appointing Amanda Pyle (residency requirement waived), term ending October 8, 2026, to the Children and Families First Commission.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the need to fill a vacancy on the Children and Families First Commission with a qualified candidate.
The 2021 Gender Analysis of Commissions and Boards Report highlighted the need for diverse representation on policy bodies, prompting ongoing efforts to fill vacancies with qualified candidates.
This ordinance established the current structure and requirements for the Children and Families First Commission, including the appointment process for its members.
Seat 9 on the Children and Families First Commission became vacant when the term of Lynn Merz expired, prompting the search for a new appointee.
The Rules Committee began reviewing applications for the vacant seat, including Amanda Pyle's application, which was submitted to fill the position.
The Rules Committee recommended Amanda Pyle for appointment to the Children and Families First Commission, waiving the residency requirement due to the lack of qualified local candidates.
The Board of Supervisors approved the motion to appoint Amanda Pyle to the Children and Families First Commission, with her term ending on October 8, 2026.
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