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A resolution appointing members to the Graham Creek Advisory Board
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A resolution appointing members to the Graham Creek Advisory Board
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WHEREAS, during its regular scheduled meeting on August 4, 2014, Council approved Resolution 14-0322 Creation of a Graham Creek Nature Preserve Advisory Board, and
WHEREAS, the Board will consist of seven (7) members. The members of the board shall serve for three-year staggered terms at the pleasure of the City Council without compensation. The Board must elect its own chairperson and vice-chairperson in September of every year and will not be permitted to serve over three consecutive years, and
WHEREAS, Members of the Graham Creek Nature Preserve Advisory Board shall reflect knowledge in ecology, biology, habitat management, recreation related to nature parks, environmental education, and/or nature parks. There shall be one member from each Council district selected for a total of five (5). The Mayor shall select two (2) members at large for a total membership of seven (7). The at large members shall reside, work or own property within the City of Foley. The Council shall have one Council Member as an advisory representative between the Board and Council and shall not be included in the seven member count. The first year will be the Council Member from District 1, and each year following the Council representative shall rotate to each of the districts in consecutive order, and
WHEREAS, Generally, meetings shall commence on the first Thursday of each month with the exception of December at City Hall, 407 East Laurel Avenue, in the Conference Room. Roberts Rules of Order will be followed in all meetings. Four of the seven members must be present for a quorum. The Board has the option to reschedule its monthly meeting if necessary to obtain a quorum. Meetings notices shall be posted at least seven days prior to the meeting at City...
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