Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: President Dave Pine, District 1
Subject: Reappointments to the San Mateo County Exposition and Fair Association Board of Directors
RECOMMENDATION:
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Recommendation for reappointments to the San Mateo County Exposition and Fair Association Board of Directors, each as a Director for a term ending September 30, 2026:
A) Thomas Ames, for a fourth term; and
B) Raymond Juballa, for a second term; and
C) Rowena Loloma Meafua, for a second term; and
D) Theresa Faapuaa, for a second term.
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BACKGROUND:
The San Mateo County Event Center ("Event Center"), located in the City of San Mateo, serves as an emergency evacuation center for San Mateo County residents, hosts conferences and conventions, and is the site of the San Mateo County Fair. The Event Center is managed by a non-profit organization, the San Mateo County Exposition and Fair Association ("Association"), whose Directors are appointed by the Board of Supervisors.
The Association's Board of Directors ("Board of Directors") consists of 11 Directors, all of whom must be residents of San Mateo County. Directors are each allowed to serve up to four three-year terms.
DISCUSSION:
Thomas Ames has served on the Board of Directors since September 2014 and is being recommended to serve for a fourth term. Raymond Juballa, Rowena Loloma Meafua, and Theresa Faapuaa have each served on the Board of Directors since 2020 and are each seeking reappointment for a second term. All are San Mateo County residents.
During Thomas Ames's time on the Board of Directors, he has served on several committees, held the position of Secretary/Treasurer for one term, Vice President for two terms, and President for two terms. His volunteer activities include San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury 2007, San Mateo County Historical Association Board of Directors (presently serving) and, past member of St. John'...
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