CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Meeting: October 7, 2025
Subject
Appointment of the Sustainability Commission, Technology, Information, and Communications Commission, and Planning Commission recommendations as representatives to the Economic Development Committee
Recommended Action
Accept the following Commission recommendations to appoint representatives to the Economic Development Committee:
1. Accept the Sustainability Commission’s recommendation to appoint Jack Carter for a term expiring January 30, 2026:
2. Accept the Technology, Information, and Communications Commission’s recommendation to appoint Balaram Donthi for a term expiring January 30, 2026;
3. Accept the Planning Commission’s recommendation to appoint Tracy Kosolcharoen for a term expiring January 30, 2026.
Reasons for Recommendation
In accordance with Cupertino Municipal Code (CMC) Sections 2.96.010-2.96.030, the Economic Development Committee (EDC) includes one Sustainability Commission member, one Technology, Information, and Communications Commission member, and one Planning Commission member. The initial term for these Commission representatives expires J anuary 30, 2026. After the initial term, subsequent terms are one year, expiring January 30, or until a successor is appointed. Members may not serve more than two consecutive terms, except when filling an unexpired term of less than two years. If a member resigns, becomes ineligible, or is removed, the Council appoints a replacement to serve the remainder of the term.
On July 2, 2025, the Technology, Information, and Communications Commission recommended Balaram Donthi for a term expiring January 30, 2026. On July 17, 2025, the Sustainability Commission recommended Jack Carter for a term expiring January 30, 2026. On July 22, 2025, the Planning Commission recommended Tracy Kosolcharoen for a term expiring January 30, 2026.
Sustainability Impact
No sustainability impact.
Fiscal Impact
No fiscal impact.
City Work Program (CWP) Item/Description:
Small Business Council/Economic Development: Restore the Economic Development Committee
Council Goal:
Fiscal Strategy
California Environmental Quality Act
Not applicable.
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Prepared by: Kirsten Squarcia, Interim Deputy City Manager/City Clerk Approved for Submission by: Tina Kapoor, Interim City Manager Attachments:
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