Bill Type and Number: Resolution 2007-56

Sponsor: Council President at the request of the Mayor

Date of Introduction: January 9, 2007

Committee(s) of Reference: R

Date of Analysis: January 10, 2007

Type of Action: Appointment Confirmation

Bill Summary: This bill confirms the Mayor’s appointment of Hugh K. Howton as a member of the Jacksonville-Duval County Council on Elder Affairs, for a term ending June 30, 2007.

Background Information: Chapter 82, Ordinance Code, provides that five of the members of the Council on Elder Affairs shall be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by Council. Mr. Howton attended Massey Business College and is an entrepreneur. He previously served on the Military Affairs Advisory Commission (1985-1992). Mr. Howton resides in the Ortega Forest area within Council District #14.

Policy Impact Area: Jacksonville-Duval County Council on Elder Affairs operations

Fiscal Impact: Anticipated to be minimal.

Analyst: Welsh