Agenda Item Wording:
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Measure R Citizens Advisory Committee appointment - recommendation to the Tulare County Transportation Authority for the appointment of Rick Eastes as the City of Visalia representative on the Measure R Citizens Advisory Committee.
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Agenda Date: 05/18/2026
Prepared by: Reyna Rivera, Chief Deputy City Clerk Reyna.Rivera@visalia.gov 559-713-4512; Leslie B. Caviglia, City Manager Leslie.Caviglia@visalia.gov 559-713-4332
Department Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council recommend to the Tulare County Transportation Authority the appointment of Rick Eastes to serve as the City of Visalia representative on the Measure R Citizens Advisory Committee. The final appointment is at the discretion of the Authority
Summary:
An application was received from Rick Eastes to serve as the City of Visalia representative on the Measure R Citizens Advisory Committee. Staff reviewed the application and is bringing forward this recommendation for appointment.
Background Discussion:
The City of Visalia is responsible for recommending a representative to the Tulare County Transportation Authority for appointment to the Measure R Citizens Advisory Committee.
Staff received one application for the vacancy from Rick Eastes. Based on Mr. Eastes being the sole applicant and his previous service on a City committee and his involvement in the Community, staff is bringing forward a recommendation for his appointment.
Fiscal Impact including annual maintenance and operating costs: There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
Prior Council Action: 2014, Council appointed Tom Weise. 2020, Council appointed Fred Sheriff.
Alternatives: 1. Do not recommend the appointment and direct staff to conduct an additional recruitment process.
2. Provide alternative direction to staff.
Recommended Motion (and Alternative Motions if expected):
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I move to recommend Rick Eastes to be appointed to serve as Visalia's representative on the Measure R Committee through June 30, 2028.
Environmental Assessment Status: N/A
CEQA Review: N/A
Deadline for Action: 05/18/2026
Attachments: Rick Eastes committee application
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