HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-05-19 City Commission Packet Materials - A9. Appointment to the Zoning Commission
Commission Memorandum
REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM: Brenda Sweeney, Deputy City Clerk Robin Crough, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Appointment to the Zoning Commission
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2019
MEETING TYPE: Action
RECOMMENDED MOTION: I move to appoint one member to the Zoning Commission with a term ending February 28, 2021. BACKGROUND: There is one vacancy on the Zoning Commission. The City Clerk’s Office
has received one new application.
The Zoning Commission was re-created under Ordinance No. 1500, to establish procedures for the administration of the municipal zoning ordinance within the City limits. Resolution No. 3312
then established the membership of the Zoning Commission.
According to Resolution No. 3312: The Zoning Commission shall consist of five members appointed by the City Commission. Members of the board shall serve two-year staggered terms. Persons of legal age may be
appointed to the board. All members must be residents of the City of Bozeman.
The Zoning Commission currently has one vacancy. The City Clerk’s Office has received one application, with their relevant qualifications indicated below. 1. One position expiring February 28, 2021 | Qualifies: N. Olmstead
Applicants:
Nicole Olmstead
Deputy Mayor Chris Mehl is the City Commission liaison for this board.
Zoning Commission appointments are City Commission appointments.
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ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by the City Commission.
Attachments: Board Application
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From:Agenda
To:Agenda
Subject:CAB Application - Nicole Olmstead
Date:Tuesday, July 09, 2019 1:19:27 PM
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Subject: Citizen Advisory Board Application
A new entry to a form/survey has been submitted.
Form Name:Citizen Advisory Board Application
Date & Time:07/09/2019 11:55 AM
Response #:178
Submitter ID:18680
IP address:72.175.11.250
Time to complete:9 min. , 42 sec.
Survey Details
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Thank you for your interest in joining a Citizen Advisory Board. The City of Bozeman elected officials
and staff believe in the value of public participation and local governance in the decision-making
process. If you are applying for more than one vacancy please submit an individual application for each
vacancy. Questions about this process can be directed to the City Clerk's office or by phone at 406-582-
2320.
The City will need to communicate with all board members via email for a number of annual
communications, so a valid email address is required for all applicants. Please notify the City Clerk's
Office if your email address changes for any reason.
Please note that your application will become public information. All required fields are marked with a
red asterisk *.
Applicant Information
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First Name Nicole
Last Name Olmstead
Physical Address 2527 Spirit Crossing Lane
PO Box (if different from
physical address)
Not answered
City Bozeman
State Montana
Zip Code 59715
Primary Phone (585) 727-3215
Additional Phone Not answered
Current Occupation Land Planner
Employer CTA
Email nicoleolmstead12@gmail.com
Which position are you applying for?
(○) Zoning Commission
Do You Live in the City Limits? (Some positions do require you live within Bozeman city limits while
others do not.)
(○) Yes
How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area?
(○) 6-10 years
Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?
(○) No
Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences:
As the head of the Gallatin County Compliance Department I have first hand experience with the
importance of local zoning regulations. My recent experience as a Land Planner with CTA gives me a new
perspective on regulatory framework.
I have experience with the basic development review, understand the role of the commission as well as it's
obligation to the public and have a strong call to service. As a city property owner, I believe it is important
to actively participate in a civic role and hope to be able to do this as a member of the Zoning Commission.
References: Please provide name, phone, and email contact information for two references.
Reference 1
Chris Scott
406-556-8648
chris.scott@gallatin.mt.gov
Reference 2
Amanda Jungles
786-239-8041
amandajungles@ctagroup.com
The Bozeman City Charter, voted in by the citizens of Bozeman in 2008, requires annual ethics training.
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If appointed, do you understand you will be expected to take online and in person ethics trainings?
(○) Yes
How did you hear about this board or vacancy?
City website
Is there any other information that you feel we need to know?
Not answered
If you have a disability that requires assistance or need accommodations, please contact our Interim
ADA Coordinator, Chuck Winn, at 582-2307 (TDD 582-2301).
Please note that for most Citizen Advisory Boards, materials are distributed electronically for each
meeting.
Your application and all information submitted is considered a public record. All applications are
included in the City Commission’s Meeting materials for consideration which are electronically
archived and available to the public.
Thank you,
City Of Bozeman
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