Title
Appointment of Robert “Bob” Riefstahl to fill the vacancy of a five-year term, on the Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board, expiring on April 1, 2028.
Presenter:
Travis Easton, Deputy Chief of Staff - Infrastructure and Development
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Summary:
The Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board and Executive Director, Jariah Walker submitted Bob Riefstahl for an appointment to the CSURA board for the remainder of a five-year term. Mayor Yemi Mobolade appoints Bob Riefstahl for Council approval.
Appointment Expiration
Bob Riefstahl 11/26/2024 04/1/2028
Background:
The Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority (CSURA) was established by the City of Colorado Springs City Council in 1970 through the approval of Ordinance No. 3995.
The current board consists of nine commissioners appointed for a term of five-years and terms are staggered so one vacancy occurs each year. Accordance with HB-1348, four additional commissioner positions have been added to the board: one to be appointed by El Paso County, one to be appointed by the School Districts, one to be appointed by the Special Districts and one to be appointed by the Mayor.
Previous Council Action:
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Financial Implications:
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City Council Appointed Board/Commission/Committee Recommendation:
Approval of Mayoral appointee, Bob Riefstahl, to fill the vacancy of a five-year term on the Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board, expiring on April 1, 2028.
Stakeholder Process:
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Alternatives:
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Recommended Action
Proposed Motion:
Confirm Mayoral appointee Bob Riefstahl to serve the remainder of an active Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board term beginning on November 26, 2024, and expiring on April 1, 2028.
Summary of Ordinance Language
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