Public Hearing: YES ? NO ? Department: Board of Commissioners - District 6
SUBJECT:
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Commission District(s): Commission District 6
Recording of the Retirement of Kathleen "Kate" Donovan and the Appointment of Rosemarie Kobua as the District 6 Appointee to the Animal Services Advisory Board
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Information Contact: Commissioner Edward C. "Ted" Terry
Phone Number: 404-371-4909
PURPOSE:
Recording of the retirement of Kathleen "Kate" Donovan and the recording of Rosemarie Kobua as the District 6 Appointee to the Animal Services Advisory Board.
NEED/IMPACT:
The Clerk to Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Commissioners would like the minutes of the Commission to reflect appointments made by individual Commissioners to various boards and authorities. Kate Donovan, previously appointed by former Commissioner Kathie Gannon, has served as the District 6 Animal Services Advisory Board appointment for close to a decade. In 2021, Kate accepted Commissioner Terry's appointment to continue serving at this capacity which expired 12/31/2024. She has diligently served, and we are all grateful for her contributions.
As Commissioner Terry begins his 2nd term as the Super District Commissioner, his intention is to appoint Rosemarie Kobua as the District 6 Animal Services Advisory Board appointee. Ms. Kobua is a published health professional with over 30 years of experience program evaluation, technical assistance, research, policy and communication activities. She is also a well-known and respected volunteer at the DeKalb County Animal Shelter.
Commissioner Terry is fortunate that she has indicated her intent to serve in this capacity and is confident that her diverse background and skill set will offer valuable perspective and contribute meaningfully. The Commissioner is prepared to appoint Rosemarie Kobua mirroring his Commission term ending on December 31, 2028, unless such term ends soo...
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