STATEMENT/PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is for the Town Council to interview applicants for the Town Council in open session to fill the vacant seat resulting from Melissa Turley’s election to the Teton County Board of Commissioners and to conduct an executive session after the interviews are complete to deliberate an appointment. Should Council wish to make an appointment, Council may reconvene the meeting to make an appointment and conduct the oath of office in open session. Additionally, Council has set a special meeting for Thursday, January 17, 2013 beginning at 8:00 A.M. should Council wish to conduct follow up interviews and make an appointment the following day. BACKGROUND/ALTERNATIVES: During the January 7, 2013 regular evening meeting, Town Council set a special meeting to be held on January 16, 2013 to conduct interviews in open session to fill the vacant seat resulting from Melissa Turley’s election to the Teton County Board of Commissioners. Council also specified that the interviews were to last 15 minutes each and deliberation would occur during an executive session immediately following the interviews as allowed by Wyoming State Statute. Should Council wish to make an appointment, the procedure previously adopted by Town Council on December 3, 2012 further set forth that the applicant to be appointed would be contacted to return to the Town Hall to be administered the oath of office, and that the appointment and oath of office would be conducted at the conclusion of the meeting in open session. Please note that the Mayor can administer the oath of office at a later date if the Town Council so desires or if the applicant to be appointed is unable to return to Town Hall. Additionally, Council has set a special meeting on Thursday, January 17, 2013 beginning at 8:00 A.M. should Council wish to conduct follow up interviews. This meeting would also include an executive session for Council to deliberate an appointment as allowed under Wyoming State Statute and Council would reconvene the meeting to make any appointment and administer the oath of office in open session. The Rules and Procedures of the Town Council state that “Pursuant to Wyoming Statutes, when a vacancy exists in the governing body of a municipality, the Town Council shall appoint an eligible person as successor… The appointment shall be made at a regular or special meeting of the Town Council and upon appointment, the Oath of Office shall be administered.” In order to be eligible to serve on the Town Council applicants must be residents of Jackson and registered voters. Additionally, once appointed to the Town Council, the applicant may not hold an elective public office for any other governmental entity which either provides any funding for or receives any funding from the Jackson Town Council. Applications Received (all of which are registered voters and Jackson residents):

Stephen McDonald Jon Stuart Emy diGrappa

TOWN OF JACKSON TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA DOCUMENTATION

PREPARATION DATE: January 10, 2013 SUBMITTING DEPARTMENT: Town Clerk MEETING DATE: January 16, 2013 DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR: Roxanne DeVries Robinson PRESENTER: Olivia Goodale, Town Clerk SUBJECT: Interviews & Possible Appointment and Oath of Office For Vacant Town Council Seat

Don Frank John Stennis Mark Nowlin Mike Gierau Phillip Cameron Kelly Egan Lisa Carranza Chandler Church

Council has many options to proceed including:

Conduct the interviews, executive session, and possible appointment/oath of office as currently determined by Town Council (which allows for a special meeting on January 17, 2013 as described above if needed).

If so desired (and applicable), Town Council could schedule the oath of office to be administered at a later date

Set a new procedure and timeline to appoint a Councilmember Direct staff to further advertise for additional applications Other

ATTACHMENTS Letters of Interest FISCAL IMPACT None STAFF IMPACT None LEGAL REVIEW Complete RECOMMENDATION: Should Council reach an agreement on who to appoint to Town Council, staff recommends the below motion. SUGGESTED MOTION: I move to appoint X to the remainder of a four year term on the Jackson Town Council expiring January, 2015. (Should a motion to make an appointment carry, the Mayor would then conduct the oath of office provided that the applicant to be appointed is able to return to Town Hall).

January 2, 2013

Olivia Goodale/Town Clerk:

Please accept this letter as my application for the open seat on the Jackson Town Council.

I live in Jackson and am a registered voter.

I came to Jackson in 1991. This is my home. The character and people of Jackson are an essential part of who I am. It shaped me. I love all things Jackson. The Town and people of Jackson have invested in me, and I now have a chance to give back serving on Town Council.

As a Town Councilor, my main priorities would be to encourage greater alternative transportation and promote decreased vehicular use among the citizens and visitors of Town. Increased cooperation with Pathways and Start Bus will be important.

Small business is an essential component of town life. We need to keep a vibrant central district as a focal point to town. Town as Heart is a great vision. Snow King and the lure of a town ski hill is vital to our winter stance in the tourism industry. Jackson needs a sustainable economic environment.

Decreased energy consumption is important to me. The Town of Jackson has made excellent environmental strides. I wish to continue the current stewardship statements and work to broaden these efforts. Reduced consumption and increased alternative resources by the Town would help inspire residents of Jackson to do the same.

Over the years, Jackson has been a formative factor for me and I want to return the favor.

Thanks you,Stephen A. McDonaldJackson, Wyoming

Emy diGrappa

PO Box 3214

Jackson, WY 83001

307-699-2680

emydigrappa@gmail.com

December 16, 2012

Mayor Mark Barron and Jackson Town Council

Town of Jackson

150 E Pearl Avenue

Jackson, WY 83001

Dear Mayor Mark Barron,

I am writing to let you know I am interested in putting my name forward for

consideration to serve on the Jackson Town Council in Melissa Turley’s vacancy.

Please let me know when interviews will be conducted.

Thanks much and have a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Sincerely,

Emy diGrappa

From: Don Frank [mailto:don@dembergh.com] Sent: Monday, December 03, 2012 8:32 AM To: Mark Barron Subject: From Don Frank

Mark,

I have been a resident of Teton County for twenty two years. My wife, Maryellen and I live in Indian Trails subdivision with our sons William Michael (16) and Peter John (14) . I serve as the president of and have an equity position in Dembergh Construction Wyoming, Inc.

I am interested in serving on the Jackson Town Council in part because I see opportunity to continue to improve municipal services by a) leveraging creative intelligence from within our community b) by importing translatable solutions from other disciplines and c) by optimizing funds through open source creative approaches.

I have admired the work of Melissa Turley and the current Town Council members and, upon judicious reflection, am eager to make the necessary commitment of significant, thoughtful time and attention to assist our community through dedicated service.

Respectfully,

Don Frank

Don Frank

825 Seneca Lane

PO 3011

Jackson, Wyoming 83001

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December 12, 2012

Town of Jackson

Olivia Goodale, Town Clerk

P.O. Box 1687

Jackson, Wyoming 83001

Dear Ms. Goodale,

Please accept this letter of interest to be appointed to the seat on the Town of Jackson Council vacated by

Councilwoman Melissa Turley. Attached is a resume outlining my work experience and my community and

professional involvement.

I am fully aware of the time and dedication serving on the Town Council would entail and I feel confident that

this is a commitment I will be able to meet if selected. I look forward to the interview process and any

questions the Mayor or Town Council may have.

Sincerely,

John C. Stennis

From: jeds@wyom.net Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2013 22:10:36  To: Bob McLaurin<bmclaurin@ci.jackson.wy.us> Reply‐To: jeds@wyom.net Subject: Application  Mr Mayor, members of the Town Council,  I would to submit my application for the upcoming vacancy on the Jackson Town Council. I look forward to meeting with you to answer any questions about this application at your convenience.   Mike Gierau Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T  

Phillip Cameron PO Box 11067 Jackson, WY 83002 January 4, 2013

Olivia Goodale, Town Clerk Town of Jackson PO Box 1687 Jackson, WY 83001

Mayor Mark Barron and Jackson Town Councilors,

Please accept this letter as my application for the open seat on the Jackson Town Council. Through my work, volunteer experience in the community, and my recent campaign for a council seat, I have gained the critical skills, knowledge and connections to effectively serve the community in this role. I originally ran for this position because I am qualified to serve and motivated to make decisions in the best interest of the citizens that ensure Jackson achieves its greatest potential.

The campaign process allowed me to become more intimately familiar with current Jackson issues, demonstrate my knowledge of these key issues, and develop balanced opinions based on relevant research, public opinion, and community benefit. In addition, canvassing allowed me to connect directly with hundreds of citizens in the Town and understand their key priorities for the Council and the Town.

My successes in the workplace and boardroom have stemmed from my ability to work collaboratively, often with opposing viewpoints, to find effective solutions. I have worked on diverse topics including energy, transportation, environmental and wildlife issues, sustainable development and tourism. These experiences have allowed me to hone my skills in effective communication, fiscal management, flexibility, topical knowledge, leadership, staff management and teamwork, which I would bring to the council.

My resume is enclosed to provide specific evidence of the skills and experience I would bring to this position. I look forward to meeting with you in person to make the case that I am the best applicant for this position. Best wishes in making this important decision.

Sincerely,

Phillip Cameron

Enclosure (1)

January 4,2012

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RE: Application for Town Council

I respectfully submit this application for appointment to the Jackson TownCouncil. In addition to this cover letter, I have included my resume and myelection handout.

I am a resident of the Town of Jackson and a registered voter.

As a candidate in the past town council election, my positions on many of theissues facing the council in the coming two years has been well documented anddiscussed. I have also shown my willingness to actively participate in the electionprocess.

I am dedicated to the success of the Town of Jackson, and have a proven trackrecord of being able to work respectfully with a team to find solutions to difficultissues, and a willingness to listen to, and appreciate, views that differ from myown.

As the parent of a school age child I also represent a demographic that is notcurrently present on the council.

Throughout the 16 years I have lived in Jackson, I have been active and involvedin the community, from serving on non-profit boards and chairing fundraisers toparticipating in Chili Cook-Offs, 4th of July Parades and bowling leagues torunning a small business and being a landlord.

lf chosen, I would dedicate myself to serving the citizens of the Town to the verybest of my ability.

Thank you, in advance, for your consideration.

January 4, 2013

Mayor BarronJackson Town CouncilP0 Box 1687Jackson, Wyoming 83001

Dear Mayor Barron and Town council Members,

I am here by applying for the open seat on the Jackson town council. Since learning of the open seat Ihave carefully deliberated about the commitment it will take to be an effective, dedicated councilmember and I have determined that I can be a positive force. I am extremely interested in beinginvolved with directing the future of Jackson in these trying times as we need to be forward thinking butfiscally responsible.

I have been a resident of Jackson, Wyoming for 22 years and have always been engaged in communityissues. Having served for 7 years on the Town of Jackson planning commission I have learned that eachissue concerning the Town must be clearly deliberated and discussed from many points of views. As apracticing Architect I can offer insight into the ever important development issues that impact our town.Growth is a perpetual issue in a place of cultural interest and physical beauty.

Thank you for your consideration. I would be thrilled to have this opportunity to serve my communityagain alongside you and the other council members.

Attached is a brief resume

Elizabeth Caranza-Habib (Lisa)

From: Jim Whalen [sent to all Town Council members] Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2013 5:41 PM To: Bob Lenz Subject: Council selection

   Dear Councilman Lenz, 

I hope it is not too forward of me to write in support of a candidate for council. I fully realize you and the 

other council members have a difficult decision ahead and whatever decision you make I know will be 

well deliberated and conscientiously arrived upon.  

I have known Mike Gierau, (as you have) for many years.  Obviously, he has spent time on the Council 

and as a Commissioner.  My experience with him has been a very good one.  While we have not always 

seen eye to eye, I always knew he was giving it to me straight and no matter what, we had mutual 

respect for each other.  He comes not only with experience but also a perspective that I believe is good 

for Jackson.  

As I said, you have a difficult decision to make but I hoped it would be okay to give my two cents.  Thank 

you Councilman Lenz. 

  

Respectfully, 

 

Jim Whalen 

From: Joe Albright <joe@flatcreekranch.com> 

Date: January 7, 2013, 4:32:14 AM MST 

To: Hailey Morton <hailey@haileyforcouncil.com> 

Subject: your big vote 

Hi Hailey ‐ 

   I hope this reaches you before you have to vote on Melissa's replacement. To me, it seems like a really 

important vote that will do a lot to determine how well the council functions over the next four years. 

   If I were in your shoes, I would hold out for Phil Cameron. You'll have a lot of worthy applicants in front 

of you, people who have given a lot to the town of Jackson and who are good people. 

   In my mind, Phil has one thing going for him that the others do not, It's called democracy. 

   Phil is the one applicant who put his platform in front of the community, answered all the questions, 

appeared at all the forums, knocked on doors, and then won the approval of by far the most voters of 

those who have applied. By running and almost winning two months ago, he has already established the 

trust of the community. 

   I think this is a message that will resonate. 

   All best, Joe