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REQUEST FOR ACTION

Appointment to Boards and Commissions 

 
MEETING DATE:
September 9, 2026
ORIGINATING DEPT:
Office of the Mayor
 
AGENDA SECTION:

Consent Agenda

PRESENTER:
Mayor Kim Norton
 
Action Requested:

Approving the Mayoral appointment of:

  1. Gary Schroeder, Sr. to the Board of Appeals, effective immediately, to their first three-year term ending December 31, 2029.
Report Narrative:

The Rochester City Council seeks volunteers to serve on various City boards and commissions. Applicants must have a desire to serve their community in a volunteer capacity, be willing to contribute the number of hours necessary for the particular board/commission to which they are applying, must be 18 years of age, and may be required to meet specified residency requirements. The Mayor reviews applications and interviews applicants for City Council approval and appointment.  

 

Board of Appeals

Gary Schroeder, Sr. is a retired fire marshal with 25 years of experience and expertise in fire code and building code requirements. 

Priorities & Foundational Principles:
Quality Services for Quality Living
Social Equity
Policy Considerations & DEI Impact:

The Mayor completes a biannual survey of Board and Commission members to ensure diverse community representation.

Prior Legislative Actions & Community Engagement:

Board and Commission appointments are made on a routine basis as positions become available. 

Fiscal & Resource Impact:

No fiscal impact.

Alternative Action(s):

No alternative actions are suggested at this time.

Prepared By:
Michon Rogers
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