EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE – NOVEMBER 14, 2018
The Committee adopted a resolution to concur in the recommendation contained in the report.
Recommendation #3 does not require City Council approval.
Mayor Michael Fougere, Councillors: Barbara Young (Chairperson), Lori Bresciani, Sharron Bryce, John Findura, Jerry Flegel, Bob Hawkins, Jason Mancinelli, Joel Murray, Mike O’Donnell and Andrew Stevens were present during consideration of this report by the Executive Committee.
The Executive Committee, at the PRIVATE session of its meeting held on November 14, 2018, considered the following report from the Administration:
RECOMMENDATION
1. On behalf of the Nominating Committee, it is recommended that the following appointments be approved to the Board of Directors for Regina Downtown:
· Ms. Susan Flett January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2021
· Ms. Alexandra Hussey January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2021
· Mr. Bob Kasian January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2021
· Mr. Michael MacNaughton January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2021
· Mr. Mitch Molnar January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2021
2. Members continue to hold office for the term indicated or until successors are appointed.
3. That this report be forwarded to the November 26, 2018 City Council meeting for approval.
CONCLUSION
The Nominating Committee, established by Bylaw 2003-80 for recommendation of appointments to the Board of Directors for Regina Downtown, has met to determine recommendations for the consideration of City Council. There are five positions on the Board to be filled for 2019. The Committee has reviewed all applications and is recommending the reappointment of four current members and the appointment of one new member.
BACKGROUND
Bylaw 2003-80, The Regina Downtown Business Improvement District Bylaw, provides for a Nominating Committee comprised of five individuals including:
· Chairperson of the Board
· Vice Chair of the Board
· A citizen member of the Board who is in the first year of a two year term
· The City Council member on the Board
· The Executive Director of Planning and Development, (represented by Ms. Diana Hawryluk).
The role of the Nominating Committee is to recommend to City Council, the appointment of members to the Board of Directors for the Regina Downtown Business Improvement District (the Board). The purpose of this report is to facilitate the appointments for 2019.
DISCUSSION
The Board is comprised of 13 members appointed by Council. The current composition of the Board includes a member of Council, and 12 other persons who are electors of the City or are employed in the District.
The terms of the citizen members are staggered appointments up to three years in length. At the end of 2018, the terms of four members will expire:
· Ms. Alexandra Hussey
· Mr. Bob Kasian,
· Mr. Michael MacNaughton
· Mr. Mitch Molnar
The four citizen members of the Board with terms continuing to December 31, 2019 are:
· Mr. Chad Haidey
· Mr. Aaron Murray
· Mr. James Camplin
· Ms. Mary Lynn Charlton
The three citizen members of the Board with terms continuing to December 31, 2020 are:
· Ms. Charlene Gavel
· Mr. Doug Kosloski
· Ms. Anna Gardikiotis
Mr. Gerry Fischer has tendered his resignation from the RDBID Board, effective September 6, 2018.
The Nominating Committee met on October 11, 2018, with the Executive Director of the Board in attendance to act as Secretary.
Following review, the Nominating Committee is recommending the following appointments to the Board for a term effective January 1, 2019 and expiring December 31, 2021:
· Ms. Alexandra Hussey
· Mr. Michael MacNaughton
· Mr. Mitch Molnar
· Mr. Bob Kasian
· Ms. Susan Flett
RECOMMENDATION IMPLICATIONS
Financial Implications
None with respect to this report.
Environmental Implications
None with respect to this report.
Policy and/or Strategic Implications
Regina Downtown plays a key role in managing growth and community in the downtown area. Serving on the board provides citizens with the opportunity to become involved in their community and its future. The time, effort and expertise members dedicate is invaluable and contributes significantly to Council’s vision of an inclusive community.
Other Implications
To address City Council’s concerns the annual advertisement placed in the Leader Post and on the City website, highlighted diversity and gender representation on the Board. In 2018, the gender ratio on the Board is 34% Female and 66% Male. In 2019, If Council approves all recommended applicants, the gender ratio will be 42% Female and 58% Male.
Accessibility Implications
None with respect to this report.
COMMUNICATION PLAN
After City Council has finalized the appointments, the following communications will take place:
1. All applicants will be notified, in writing, of the outcome of their applications.
2. The incumbents who have finished their terms on the Board will be sent letters from the Mayor, on behalf of City Council, indicating appreciation for their service.
DELEGATED AUTHORITY
The recommendations contained in this report require City Council approval.
Respectfully submitted,
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Jim Nicol, Secretary