To: Board of Supervisors
From: Monica Nino, County Administrator
Report Title: Vacancy on the Contra Costa Commission for Women and Girls
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
DECLARE a vacancy in the At-Large #4 Seat on the Contra Costa Commission for Women and Girls, and DIRECT the Clerk of the Board to post the vacancy.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The Contra Costa Commission for Women and Girls (CCCWG) was formed to educate the community and advise the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on issues relating to the changing social and economic conditions of women in the County, with particular emphasis on the economically disadvantaged. The Commission's mission is, “to improve the economic status, social welfare, and overall quality of life for women in Contra Costa County.” The Commission consists of 15 members and one Alternate At-Large member including: five district representatives (one from each supervisorial district), ten At-Large members, and one Alternate. The five district representatives are nominated for a four-year term by each member of the Board of Supervisors. The ten At-Large members and the one Alternate are nominated by the CCCWG Membership Committee and forwarded to the full CCCWG. The full CCCWG then makes appointment recommendations to the Family and Human Services Committee. All Commission seat terms are for a period of four (4) years with staggered expiration dates.
The At-Large #4 Seat, with a term ending date in February 2029. The seat was occupied by Ms. Vedrana Varagic, and she provided notice to the Commission that she is not able to continue in the role.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Not declaring the vacancy would delay a new appointment to the position. This could cause issues with achieving quorum for the Commission and potentially impact their ability to hold meetings.