APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to reappoint the following members to the Library Commission, for a two (2) year term ending November 7, 2026:
* Mr. Ralph Hightower (D) 1-O Lakeside Drive, Ledyard
* Mr. Rolf Racich (U) 18 Brewster Drive, Gales Ferry
* Mr. Peter Diette (U) 14 Hyde Park Drive, Gales Ferry.
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Background:
When Commissioner's terms are due to expire the Commission and the member's respective party are asked to provide a recommendation regarding the reappointment of the member.
Mr. Hightower, Mr. Racich and Mr. Dieter are all interested in continuing to serve on the Library Commission; and their reappointments has been endorsed by the Commission and their respective party. (see attached)
Administrative Notes:
Ms. Rebecca Nash was also due for reappointment; however, in a letter dated Ms. Nash resigned effective the ending date of her term (11/7/2024 - please see attached)
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
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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, the Fire Marshal, and the Deputy Fire Marshal(s), shall be electors of the Town at the time of their appointment and during their terms of o...
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