Chapter 2.40
ENUMCLAW EXPO CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Sections:
2.40.010 Enumclaw Expo Center advisory committee created.
2.40.020 Purpose and function.
2.40.030 Membership, terms, attendance and removal.
2.40.040 Rules of procedure and conduct.
2.40.060 Miscellaneous provisions.
2.40.010 Enumclaw Expo Center advisory committee created.
There is created an advisory committee that shall be known as the “Enumclaw Expo Center advisory committee.” (Ord. 2521 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013).
2.40.020 Purpose and function.
The Enumclaw Expo Center advisory committee serves as a champion of the Enumclaw Expo Center. Members of the committee share their gifts in service to our mission by providing the Expo Center with their professional expertise; their diverse knowledge of constituent perspectives; their connections to local, national or international resources, colleagues or peers; their philanthropic support or other forms of needed assistance.
The purpose and function of the Enumclaw Expo Center advisory committee shall be as follows:
A. To make recommendations to city council on the following topics:
1. The long-term vision and mission for the Expo Center;
2. Priorities for site development and capital improvements to implement the vision and mission;
B. Solicit input from and encourage participation by individuals, local partner agencies and groups interested in Expo Center development;
C. Advocate for the Expo Center to various audiences and the community at large;
D. Develop and implement a fundraising program for the Expo Center;
E. Advocate for and market the Expo Center to corporate, government and entertainment industry representatives; and
F. Provide expert professional and technical advice to city council. (Ord. 2521 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013).
2.40.030 Membership, terms, attendance and removal.
Membership, terms, attendance and removal shall be as follows:
A. Members of the committee will be appointed by the mayor and confirmed by city council. Members must have the ability to attend regularly scheduled meetings.
B. There may be up to seven members. At least three members must live or own property within the Enumclaw city limits, with priority given to those belonging to local service organizations. One member should represent the Enumclaw School District. At least three members should be corporate executives from companies with a local presence such as (but not limited to) Boeing, Microsoft, Mutual of Enumclaw, REI, Helac, Weyerhauser, Amazon, Hill Aerosystems, or Boyne (Crystal Mountain).
C. Each member shall serve for a two-year term and may be reappointed to additional terms at the discretion of the mayor and confirmed by city council. Members whose term of office has expired may continue to serve until replaced.
D. Any committee membership with three unexcused absences from regular meetings during the fiscal year may, at the discretion of the mayor, be dismissed. Approved absences may be granted by the committee.
E. Any committee member may be removed by a vote of two-thirds of the committee. In the event that a member of the committee is dismissed or removed, the committee shall notify the mayor in writing and include the reason for dismissal or removal. (Ord. 2521 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013).
2.40.040 Rules of procedure and conduct.
A. Regular meeting dates and times will be determined by the committee. Notice of the meeting and a planned agenda will be made by email, phone or by mail at least one week before the meeting. All meetings will be held in accordance with Washington Public Meeting Laws and unless otherwise covered by these bylaws, Robert’s Rules of Order.
B. A majority of appointed regular members shall constitute a quorum.
C. No member of the committee shall be authorized to speak on behalf of the committee until the committee takes a position by formal action.
D. In the event a committee member engages in business that could represent an actual or potential conflict of interest with matters within the committee’s purpose, such member will declare the actual or potential conflict and announce its nature. In the event of a potential conflict, the member may participate and vote on the matter following the declaration. In the event of any actual conflict of interest, the member shall not participate and may not vote or take any other official action on the matter.
E. The city will provide administrative support for the committee. (Ord. 2521 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013).
2.40.050 Officers.
A. Officers of the committee shall be chair, vice chair, and secretary. The chair, vice chair and secretary will be elected by a majority of the committee. The term of the officers shall be from January through December or as soon thereafter as new officers are elected. Officers may serve a maximum of two consecutive one-year terms in any one capacity. Vacancies in unexpired terms shall be filled for the remainder of the term by election of a majority of the committee.
B. Officers shall be responsible for the leadership and direction of the committee. These officers shall form the executive committee.
C. The duties of the officers are as follows:
1. Chair. The chair shall preside over all meetings and set the agenda in consultation with the executive committee, members and staff.
2. Vice Chair. The vice chair shall preside over all meetings and represent the committee in the absence of the chair.
3. Secretary. The secretary shall: (a) be responsible for notifying members of meetings; (b) assist in having guests greeted and signed in for recognition during scheduled meetings; and (c) assist the chair as needed. (Ord. 2521 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013).
2.40.060 Miscellaneous provisions.
The policy of the committee will be to maintain a favorable liaison with the city of Enumclaw officials and staff. (Ord. 2521 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013).