HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-02-15; City Council; Resolution 2022-042Exhibit 3.
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-042
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING REVISIONS TO CITY COUNCIL POLICY NO. 5 —CITIZENS OF THE YEAR
WHEREAS, in December 1970, the City Council established by motion Council Policy No. 5 —
Citizen of the Year as a way to recognize citizens who volunteer their time, energy and community
service in the City of Carlsbad or its sphere of influence within a given calendar year; and
WHEREAS, Council Policy No. 5 was revised in 1980 to reflect changes in the timing of
designating the selection committee and the timing of the award presentation; and
WHEREAS, Council Policy No. 5 was also revised in 1989 due to changes regarding the
designation of the selection committee and the timing of the award presentation, and to reflect an
increase in the number of selection committee members; and
WHEREAS, Council Policy No. 5 has been revised to reflect additional changes that have
occurred over the years that include two Carlsbad citizens being recognized for their outstanding
community service, the Mayor serving as a participating member of the selection committee, and the
Mayor determining the date of the ceremony to present the award_
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.The above recitations are true and correct.
2. Revised Council Policy No. 5 — Citizens of the Year (Attachment A) is adopted.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 15th day a February 2022, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Norby.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
MATT H L, May
FAVIOEfic1AEDINA, City Clerk Services Manager
(SEAL) I
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City Council
POLICY STATEMENT
Attachment A
Policy No. 5
Date Issued Feb. 15, 2022
Resolution No. 2022-042
Subject: Citizens of the Year Award
Purpose
To recognize up to two dedicated citizens who, on a volunteer basis, have given unselfishly of
time, energy, and means to the cause of civic improvement, beautification and betterment of
the City of Carlsbad.
Background
Council Policy No. 5 was established in December 1970 to recognize citizens who volunteer
their time, energy and noteworthy community service in the City of Carlsbad or its sphere of
influence within a given calendar year. The policy was updated in 1980 and 1989 to reflect
changes with the selection committee and the presentation of the award.
From 1970 through 1993 only one citizen was annually recognized for his/her volunteerism.
Beginning in 1994 up to two citizens were annually acknowledged and presented the award.
Statement of policy
1.This award is given for noteworthy community service within a given calendar year.
2.The Mayor of the City of Carlsbad will appoint a selection committee of five, including
the Mayor, to recommend candidates for the Citizens of the Year Award. The names of
the members of the selection committee will be published on the City's website.
3.The committee will select up to two citizens who are residents of the City of Carlsbad, or
its sphere of influence, who it considers most deserving of the award for civic
contribution during the calendar year.
Procedure
A. Selection committee members shall serve at the pleasure of the Mayor with no set
terms.
B. When there is a vacancy on the selection committee, the City Clerk shall be notified.
The City Clerk will notify all members of the City Council to solicit recommendations to
fill the vacancy on the selection committee.
C. The selection committee will be guided by the following in making its selection:
1.Long and faithful service to the community.
2.Distinguished service in a position of responsibility.
3.Enterprise, initiative, diligence, and care in the performance of a specific volunteer
assignment.
4.Outstanding contribution to the development, growth, and welfare of the
community.
D. Citizens of the Year Award recipients will receive a plaque in recognition of their
outstanding efforts in the City of Carlsbad, or its sphere of influence.
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City Council Policy Statement No. 5 — Citizens of the Year
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E.The annual awards ceremony will be held as the first order of business at a City Council
meeting to be determined by the Mayor.
F.This award is not intended to recognize elected officials or those who receive
compensation for their efforts. It is intended to recognize volunteer, unpaid effort of a
significant nature.
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