Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Supervisor David J. Canepa, District 5
Subject: Reappointment to the San Mateo County Parks Commission
RECOMMENDATION:
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Recommendation for the reappointment of Basem "Sam" Manneh to the San Mateo County Parks Commission, representing District 5, for a third term from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2028.
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BACKGROUND:
The San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission acts in an advisory capacity and makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding the management and operation of County natural preserves, marine reserves, open space areas, trails, parks and/or recreation areas and facilities within unincorporated San Mateo County. The Commission is charged with adopting and forwarding to the Board of Supervisors, recommendations regarding fees to be charged for the use of these areas. The Commission also advises the Board of Supervisors regarding fish, game and wildlife policies and programs, and makes recommendations to the Board regarding the expenditure of fish and game propagation funds.
Commissioners receive input from citizens on County Parks issues and make recommendations, as appropriate, to the Board of Supervisors. They also act as liaison to a number of support groups such as the Parks' Foundation, Volunteer Roundtable, and other ad hoc committees that may be appointed. They may serve as Commission liaison to special projects, especially related to master plan developments.
DISCUSSION:
Supervisor David J. Canepa recommends the reappointment of Basem Manneh to the San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission representing District 5 for a third term coinciding with Supervisor's term from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2028.
Basem (Sam) Manneh has served as a Commissioner on the Parks Commission since being appointed in April 2017. He grew up in San Francisco and Daly City, and has been a Daly...
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