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Charter Commission <br /> January 8, 1998 <br /> Page 7 <br /> Commissioner Solfest expressed his preference that a policy be created which would provide that <br /> every month when the newsletter is prepared and every time the Commission meets, there will be <br /> communication. After the present Commission establishes and continues the communication <br /> process for a period of time, subsequent commissioners can decide whether or not it has been <br /> effective. <br /> Commissioner Bening expressed his feeling that the By Laws should not be changed at this time; <br /> rather, a temporary committee be established. <br /> Chair Montain pointed out that the By Laws already provide for appointment of an assistant <br /> secretary. Commissioner Turner is recommending embellishment of that position to include <br /> communications duties. <br /> Motion failed due to lack of majority approval. <br /> Commissioner Solfest requested that this item be placed on the agenda for the next regular <br /> meeting. <br /> Commissioner Sullivan suggested that "communications" remain on every agenda. <br /> Commissioner Turner stated that she would like to see a system developed for carrying on her <br /> current effort. <br /> MOTION by Commissioner Trehus, seconded by Commissioner Bening, that Commissioner <br /> Turner be designated communications director. Motion carried unanimously. <br /> NEW BUSINESS <br /> ELECTION OF OFFICERS <br /> Chair Montain explained that there are presently nine applications for potentially open positions. <br /> The applications were forwarded to the district judge, who has not yet responded. According to <br /> the City Clerk,the appointments have been made and official notification should be received at <br /> any time. Therefore, Chair Montain suggested that it would not be appropriate to elect officers at <br /> this time. <br /> MOTION by Solfest, seconded by Commissioner Dunn,to delay election of officers until the <br /> next regular meeting. <br /> Commissioner Bening indicated his desire for additional discussion, stating that election of <br /> officers did not have to be delayed. Chair Montain explained that new commissioners should <br /> have an equal opportunity to be a part of this election. Commissioner Dunn added that officers <br /> could be elected from the current body of commissioners, with the possibility that all might not <br /> be returning for the next term. <br /> 7 <br />