What is the purpose of citizen participation and open appointments?
- The open appointments process is governed by Minneapolis Ordinance 14.180
- The purpose of the ordinance is to enhance public involvement in the city’s decision-making process and whenever appropriate, use an open process to select members.
- The appointment process is designed to be clear and easily accessible, and available to all interested parties. The recruitment process is designed to ensure diversity of representation and ideas and take into consideration the city's commitment to civil rights, affirmative action and geographic distribution wherever possible.
Last updated Sep. 27, 2011