So far as is practicable, and subject to approval of the City Manager, the services of the various City departments shall be made available by the heads of each department to the board, commission, or committee, to the extent it is necessary to enable it to perform its functions, powers, and duties.

Staff liaisons are generally responsible for accurate meeting notices and record keeping, communicating between the board, commission, or committee and other City staff, assisting the committee in executing the Council-approved work plan, gathering public input, assisting the board or commission in staying focused on noticed agenda items, and maintaining a positive working relationship with the board or commission.

The liaisons do not work “for” or “at the direction” of the board, commission, or committee. Instead, the liaisons are professionals who work for the City Manager and with the boards, commissions, and committees to develop information and recommendations for the City Council within the scope of an approved work plan.

This section does not apply to the Board of Library Trustees. (Ord. 3646 § 2, 2022; Ord. 3599 § 3, 2019. Formerly 2-2.08)