The Upper Arlington City Council has confirmed a number of new appointments and reappointments for several city boards and commissions during the meeting held on Monday. As detailed in a recent update published yesterday by the city's official website, the slate includes notable additions across the Civil Service Commission, Community Relations Committee, Cultural Arts Commission, Medical Advisory Board, Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, and the Tax Incentive Review Council. The City of Upper Arlington's announcement expressed gratitude towards the 58 applicants who showed interest in serving their community actively.
Specifically, the Civil Service Commission will now count on James Campbell, while the Community Relations Committee will be bolstered by the inclusion of Eric Hutchison, Megan Potts, and Joanne Strasser. David Guion has been tapped to join the Cultural Arts Commission, and the Medical Advisory Board sees Dr. John Bach, Dr. Medard Lutmerding, and Dr. Bradley Raetzke as its new members. The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board welcomes Lindsey Christ, Ivana Lucas, Brian Noble, and Richard Reith to join the Tax Incentive Review Council. The selections were made with a view to bringing together a diverse mix of skills and experiences to the various city functions.
Moreover, there's heightened anticipation around the Master Plan Task Force, set to begin its tenure by the end of 2025. This initiative is all the more critical as the city's layout and long-term planning strategies are to be meticulously drafted and reviewed. According to the city's website update, the City of Upper Arlington Council is slated to "review these candidates over the summer/early fall," and the task force's review process is expected to last approximately two years.
Anyone looking for more information or wishing to pose questions about the City Council's Boards and Commissions can reach out by sending an email to [email protected]. Community engagement remains a principal touchstone for the city governance, and the Council is said always to welcome inquiries and participation from Upper Arlington's residents. This year's selection process was a testament to the residents' willingness to contribute to and shape the community they call home.
