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April 11, 2016
5:05 p.m.
Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
Members present: Jones, Jacobs, Amos
Moved by Amos, seconded by Jacobs that the Agenda, as amended, be approved. Ayes: Three.
Motion carried.
Moved by Amos, seconded by Jacobs thatMayor Hart's recommendation of the following
appointments, be approved:
Appointee
Board/Commission
Expiration
Date
New or Re -
Appointment
Carrie Diesburg
Human Rights
04/04/2019
New
Mr. Amos explained that the Human Rights Commission did not have to be a resident as long as
they are a member of the community per the City Attorney.
Abraham Funchess, Human Rights Director, explained that the ordinance is vague and the
applicant commutes to Waterloo and is an expert in domestic violence. He explained the makeup
of the commission.
Mr. Lind asked for a written legal opinion.
Mr. Funchess reiterated the qualifications and skills that Ms. Diesburg will bring to the board; he
stressed the importance and the value of this appointment.
Mr. Jacobs stated that he believes members should be citizens of Waterloo and this appointment
would set a wrong precedent.
Mr. Jones stated that a better definition of the term "member of the community" would be
beneficial.
Mr. Amos stated that council has obtained the opinion of the City Attorney and should move
forward with this appointment.
Ayes: Two. Nays: One (Jacobs). Motion carried.
With no further business before the Council, it was moved by Amos, seconded by Jacobs that the
meeting be adjourned at 5:14 p.m. Ayes: Three. Motion carried.
Suzy Sch
City Cler
es, CMC
Human Resource Director