2.22.010 Creation

An Advisory Commission on International Relationships is hereby created to serve in an advisory capacity to the City Commission. (Ord. 2788, 2000).

2.22.020 Purpose

The purpose of the Advisory Commission shall provide support, coordination and exchange of information for international programs in the community. The group shall develop its own mission statement. (Ord. 2788, 2000).

2.22.030 Members

The Advisory Commission shall consist of nine to eleven members appointed by the City Commission. Each of the members shall be appointed to hold office for a period of three years and until a successor is appointed and qualified. Vacancies shall be filled for the unexpired term of any member whose term becomes vacant. All of the members of the Board shall serve without compensation, and are subject to removal by the City Commission for cause upon written charges and after public hearing. (Ord. 2863, 2004; Ord. 2788, 2000).

2.22.040 Duties

It shall be the duty of the Advisory Commission to:

1. Provide support for the Sister Cities program in consultation and cooperation with its Board of Directors.
2. Serve as a sounding board and a resource of advice and support for the Resource Cities partnership with Naryn. Help develop a program for continuation after the funded program ends.
3. Develop resources for and help facilitate educational exchanges particularly at the higher education level.
4. Facilitate the community wide exchange of information among international programs.
5. Develop community resources to support international programs.
6. Review and make recommendations; may prepare and submit proposals to the City Commission regarding international programs and relationships. (Ord. 2788, 2000).