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City Council Regular Meeting - 01/09/06 Minutes - Page 18 interviewing applicants, both current commISSIoners seeking reappointment and prospective candidates. Councilmember Ihlan spoke in opposition to the motion, opining the need to abolish automatic reappointment without seeking additional candidates from a public interest pool. Further discussion was held regarding the interview and appointment process, impacts, potential interviewees, and re- appointees; timing issues; and value of current commissioner expertise. Councilmember Pust noted, for the record, that she had not formally resigned as a Planning Commissioner, but hereby resigned at this time. Mayor Klausing recognized Councilmember Pust' s resignation from the Planning Commission. Councilmember Pust opined it was advantageous to strike a balance between the expertise of those already serving, while pursuing a process that encourages additional citizen participation; and not wasting the time of the Commission and/or Council. Further discussion included the recommendations of respective chairpersons and their observations of commissioners on a more individual basis at meetings; and equal opportunity incentives. Mayor Klausing expressed concern that, while encouraging new participation from citizens, the process may devalue the current commissioner experience and expertise. Mayor Klausing opined that there appeared to be historical support for adequate turnover in getting new people involved in the process. Councilmember Kough encouraged that everyone be given an equal opportunity. City Attorney Anderson, from a legal standpoint, advised Councilmembers that City Manager Beets was proposing and adhering to the City Council's current policy as outlined in Resolution No. 10266 and passed in December of 2004. Mr.