Special Notice / Hearing: None
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Supervisor Noelia Corzo, District 2
Supervisor Lisa Gauthier, District 4
Subject: Appointment to the Commission on the Status of Women
RECOMMENDATION:
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Recommendation for the appointment of Meghan Crowell to the Commission on the Status of Women, for an initial partial term ending December 31, 2026.
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BACKGROUND:
The Commission is charged with the responsibility of assessing the needs of women, girls and families in the County. It acts as a resource and makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors annually.
DISCUSSION:
Megan Crowell is being recommended for appointment to a seat with an existing partial term ending December 31, 2026, as formerly held by Ellen Tafeen who resigned mid-term.
Meghan Crowell has extensive experience volunteering in the community and has a deep interest in women’s rights and empowerment. She is a former member of the Community Relations Commission for the City of San Mateo, is a Trustee for the Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew’s and is a current Board Member at Help A Mother Out. She holds a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Golden Gate University School of Law. Meghan and her family reside in San Mateo.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.