APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to appoint Ms. Rhonda Spaziani (D) 9 Sunset Road, Gales Ferry, as an Alternate Member of the Planning & Zoning Commission to complete a three (3) term ending December 31, 2026 to fill a vacancy left by Ms. Ribe.
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Background:
Ms. Spaziani has a Bachelors in Psychology, a Masters in Counseling and has completed Doctoral coursework in postsecondary development education.
Ms. Spaziani noted that she believed her background demonstrated her ability to engage in thoughtful planning, decision-making and collaboration, as well as analyze, evaluate and interpret complex information, data, and regulations. She stated that she was committed to listening to residents concerns and integrating their needs into the town's planning and zoning efforts. (see attached Appointment Application)
Administrative Notes:
The Planning & Zoning Commission had two Alternate Member vacancies. (see attached roster)
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
12/5/2024: the DTC Endorsed Ms. Spaziani's appointment to the Planning & Zoning Commission. (see attached email 12/5/2024)
Minority Representation - CGS 9-167a:
In accordance with Chapter IV; Section 8 of the Town Charter "Except as otherwise provided for in this Charter, the Town Council may appoint members to fill vacancies in other offices, boards, and commissions established by this Charter and by ordinance as vacancies may occur, and appointing members to such offices, boards, and commissions as may be created in the future. Such appointments shall be made by the Town Council for such terms and upon such conditions as provided in the respective ordinance".
Chapter IV, Section 9: "In making appointments and removals, the Town Council shall act by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of all its members.
All members of boards, commissions, and committees contained in this Charter, or subsequently created under this Charter, except members of the Building Code Board of Appeals...
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