(A) The Economic Development Commission is hereby created and consists of either five, seven, or nine members, at the discretion of the Mayor, with the approval of the City Council.
(B) The Commission composition will be chosen in compliance with § 33.002 of the Eureka Municipal Code. The following factors may be considered when choosing Commission members:
(1) Owners of businesses within the city limits; or
(2) Residents who have specialized professional knowledge and experience within the fields of economic development, real estate, banking/lending/financing, construction, business establishment/ administration/management, marketing, tourism-promotion, importing/exporting, housing and/or other related fields; or
(3) Residents that own a business outside of the city limits.
(C) The City Manager or their designee will serve as an ex officio non-voting member of the Commission.
(Ord. 920-C.S., passed 9-7-21)