APPOINTMENTS
City of San Bernardino
Request for Council Action
Date: July 3, 2024
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Helen Tran, Mayor
Department: Mayor's Office
Subject: Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Commission Appointment of Travon Martin (Mayor’s
Appointment) (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the appointment of Travon R. Martin to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission representing the Mayor’s appointment. Travon R.
Martin will replace Nohemi Lopez with the term ending December 2026. Council Staff has verified that appointee is a registered voter within the City.
Executive Summary
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the appointment of Travon R. Martin to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission.
Background
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission was established by Resolution No. 2018-47 on February 21, 2018, and is charged with advising the Mayor, City Council and City Staff on matters pertaining to pertaining to parks, recreation, youth and senior affairs within the City. Appointees to the commission must have relative experience or knowledge in the area of parks, recreation services, youth and senior services or other areas which relate to the mission and purpose of the Commission.
The commission is comprised of nine (9) members who serve at pleasure of the Mayor and City Council. Pursuant to Chapter 2.17 of the Municipal Code, each City Council member shall nominate one member who shall serve during and for the term of the nominating Council Member, and the Mayor shall nominate two members who shall serve during and for the term of the Mayor.
2021-2025 Strategic Targets and Goals
The proposed commission appointment aligns with Key Target No. 2 Focused, Aligned Leadership and Unified Community by building a culture that attracts, retains, and motivates the highest quality talent.
Fiscal Impact
No fiscal impact to City.
Conclusion
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the appointment of Travon R. Martin to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission representing the Mayor’s appointment.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Commission application – Travon R. Martin Attachment 2 – Resolution No. 2018-47
Ward:
All Wards
Synopsis of Previous Council Actions:
February 21, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-47 establishing the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission was adopted.