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ADJOURNED MEETING
OF THE
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
Council -Manager Form of Government
February 17, 1994
6:30 p.m.
An adjourned meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins was held on
Tuesday, February 17, 1994, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the City of
Fort Collins City Hall. Roll call was answered by the following Councilmembers:
Yeas:, Councilmembers Apt, Azari, Horak, Janett, Kneeland and McCluskey.
Staff Members Present: Burkett, Krajicek and Roy.
Resolution 94-34
Making an Appointment to Fill the
Vacancy for Councilmember for
District 2 on the Fort Collins City Council
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The following is staff's memorandum on this item.
"EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Five individuals applied for the District 2 Council vacancy prior to the January
31 deadline. Applicants were: Colin Gerety, David M. Herrera, M. L. Johnson,
Thomas P. McKenna, and William P. Smith.
After reviewing the five applications and conducting interviews on February 8,
the City Council scheduled this meeting to select one applicant to fill the
Council vacancy. Council will need to decide which applicant should be appointed
and then adopt this Resolution to formalize the appointment to fill the vacancy
created by the January 4 resignation of Councilmember Bob Winokur. The person
appointed will serve until the April 4, 1995 City election, when the District 2
voters will elect a representative for a new four year term.
The Charter requires Council to make the appointment no later than February 18,
within 45 days of the effective date of the resignation."
Councilmembers commented on the strengths of each candidate.
Jim Brigonier, a Fort Collins resident, urged Council to appoint David Herrera
to fill the Council vacancy.
Jan Rodriquez, a Fort Collins resident, spoke of David Herrera's compassion and
strong fiscal policies and his vast knowledge of the legislative process. She
stated Mr. Herrera's appointment would bring diversity to Council.
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Brad Edwards, a Fort Collins resident, expressed concerns regarding growth
management and encouraged Council to appoint Tom McKenna.
Juliette Crommer, a Fort Collins resident and former Housing Authority Intern,
spoke of the need to manage growth in the City., She spoke of Mr. Herrera's
leadership qualities and ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
Carmell Solano, 2200 Berkshire Drive, supported David Herrera and commented on
his approachable manner.
Tim Johnson, urged Council to support the nomination of Will Smith and spoke of
his leadership qualities, stating he was a team worker, team player and
innovative thinker. He commented on the special attributes possessed by Tom
McKenna and Colin Gerety.
Mark Hanson, 216 South Sherwood, supported David Herrera.
Lou Stitzel, 521 East Laurel, spoke of David Herrera's experience working with
economic and cultural diversity within the community. She thanked all the
candidates for applying.
Al Baccili, 520 Galaxy Court, concurred with previous speakers who endorsed David
Herrera.
John Tavaros, Colorado State University student, spoke in support of David
Herrera's nomination.
Jess Perez, 3901 Moss Creek Drive, supported David Herrara's nomination.
After Council discussion it was decided that a straw poll would be conducted and
the procedure for conducting a straw poll was outlined. Following a show of
hands in support of the nominees, it was decided that all candidates, with the
exception of M.L. Johnson, had some degree of Council support.
Councilmember McCluskey made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Kneeland, to
adopt Resolution 94-34 inserting the name of David Herrera.
Councilmember McCluskey spoke of the reasons for his support of David Herrera,
noting his experience in the areas of affordable housing, finance and
collaboration in working with governmental agencies. He spoke of the importance
of maintaining a balance in ideas and interests on Council.
Councilmember Kneeland supported David Herrera stating he possessed valuable
abilities in the areas of decision making and problem solving.
Councilmember Janett opposed the motion, noting she did not believe Mr. Herrera
had a clear direction on where the City should go on specific problems.
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Mayor Azari spoke in support of David Herrera's nomination.
The vote on Councilmember McCluskey's motion was as follows: Yeas:
Councilmembers Azari, Kneeland and McCluskey. Nays: Councilmembers Apt, Horak
and Janett.
THE MOTION FAILED.
Councilmember Horak made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Apt, to adopt
Resolution 94-34 inserting the name of Will Smith.
Kelly Ohlson, 2040 Bennington Circle, spoke of Will Smith's educational
background and success in community participation.
David Roy, 1039 West Mountain, spoke of the City's growth and the need for a new
vision. He urged Council to support Will Smith's nomination.
Ward Luthi, 1630 West Swallow, thanked all the candidates for applying. He spoke
of Will Smith's leadership qualities and urged Council to support his nomination.
Councilmember Horak commented on Will Smith's broad based experience and stated
he supported his nomination.
Councilmember Janett spoke of Will Smith's leadership and problem solving
qualities and his familiarity with the issues.
Councilmember Kneeland stated she believed that the population Mr. Smith would
represent is currently being represented on Council. She spoke of the need to
broaden the scope of the Council.
The vote on Councilmember Horak's motion was as follows: Yeas: Councilmembers
Apt, Azari, Horak and Janett. Nays: Councilmembers Kneeland and McCluskey.
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Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
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