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ORDINANCE NO. 2020-19
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Bainbridge Island, Washington, relating
to the qualifications of members of the City’s Planning Commission;
amending Subsection 2.14.020.C.1 of the Bainbridge Island Municipal
Code (BIMC) to encourage diverse individuals to apply to serve on the
City’s Planning Commission.
WHEREAS, BIMC 2.14.020 establishes the Planning Commission to serve as an
advisory body to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bainbridge Island is committed to promoting diversity in
its City Advisory Groups, including the Planning Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, WASHINGTON, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Subsection 2.14.020.C.1 of the Bainbridge Island Municipal Code is
hereby amended to read as follows:
1. The commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the
mayor and confirmed by the city council. All seven members of the
commission shall be residents of the city. The members shall not be
employees or officers of the city or appointed to another city committee,
board, or commission, except for specialized committees or task forces of
limited duration. The city is committed to promoting diversity on the
commission. The commission shall reflect the diverse perspectives, work
experiences, and backgrounds represented in the community. Women,
persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, younger persons,
senior citizens, persons of color, and immigrants are encouraged to apply
to serve on the commission. Each commissioner shall endeavor to
understand and agree to uphold the city’s adopted comprehensive plan.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force five (5) days from its
passage and publication as required by law.
PASSED by the City Council this 25th day of August, 2020.
APPROVED by the Mayor this 25th day of August, 2020.
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATE:
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FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: August 21, 2020
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: August 25, 2020
PUBLISHED: August 28, 2020
EFFECTIVE DATE: September 2, 2020
ORDINANCE NUMBER: 2020-19