HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. R2023-16RESOLUTION NO. R2023-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD,
TEXAS, ADOPTING A GRAND MARSHAL SELECTION POLICY FOR THE CITY OF
FRIENDSWOOD'S 4TH OF JULY GRAND PARADE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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WHEREAS, the nomination and selection of a Grand Marshal for the City of Friendswood's 4" of
July Grand Parade is a great honor to be bestowed on deserving individuals; and
WHEREAS, individuals nominated and ultimately selected should meet the criteria set forth in the
policy herein adopted, including having provided significant contributions or distinctions to the City of
Friendswood through their service and/or achievements; and
WHEREAS, in order to streamline and to add continuity to the selection process, the City Council
desires to adopt a Grand Marshal Selection Policy; NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD, STATE OF
TEXAS:
Section 1. That all matters and facts set forth in the recitals hereinabove are found to be true by the
City Council of the City of Friendswood.
Section 2. That the City Council of the City of Friendswood, Texas, hereby adopts the City of
Friendswood's Grand Marshal Selection Policy, which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated
herein for all intents and purposes.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately from and after its adoption by the City
Council of the City of Friendswood.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED by the affirmative vote of the City Council of the City of
Friendswood on this the 10" day of July, 2023. /I _
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BRYSCH, City
APPROVED AS TO
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Exhibit "A"
City of Friendswood
Grand Marshal Selection Policy
Grand Marshal
The City of Friendswood extends the opportunity to the community to nominate a
deserving individual to be the Grand Marshal for the City's 41h of July Grand Parade.
Criteria for Candidates
• Nominee will be selected on the basis of their contributions to the quality of life in
Friendswood, through civic and/or social services; humanitarianism; personal
achievements in the areas of the arts, sports, etc.; or based on the distinction that
they have brought to Friendswood resulting from achievements elsewhere.
• Nominee must be in good standing in the community and be subject to a
background check.
• Nominee should be a current or long-term past resident of Friendswood, Texas.
• Nominee must be willing to act as Grand Marshal.
• Nominee must be willing and able to attend the 4th of July Grand Parade.
Nominees must be willing and available to serve as Grand Marshal, including receiving
acknowledgment at City Council, attending the Dignitary Breakfast, and leading the
parade. People previously nominated but not selected may be nominated again.
Nominations must be submitted via application on the City's website to the City Secretary
at citysecretarv(cDfriendswood.com and received on or before March 1st of the year in
which the parade will be held. Applications also require signatures of three references,
who are qualified voters of the City and have not signed as a reference or applicant for
another nominee for Grand Marshal for the same year. References may be contacted
during the vetting process to obtain additional information.
Council Deliberation & Decision
Upon receipt of an application, the Mayor may direct staff and/or volunteer committee(s)
to review applications and make recommendations prior to Council considering any
appointment.
Council will review applications and any recommendations received and may appoint a
Grand Marshal at a meeting of the City Council, if desired.
Exhibit "A"
4 H OF
Applicant's Name:
Mailing Address:_
Home Phone:
Nominee's Name:
CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD
Applications must be submitted to the
City Secretary's Office via email to:
gtysecreta Cl�.friendswood.com
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Received:
Date of Meeting:
Date of Response:
Y GRAND MARSHAL APPLICATION
Mailing Address: Zip:
Home Phone: Mobile: Email:
Select the basis on which the Nominee qualifies:
❑ Civic and/or social services
❑ Humanitarianism
❑ Personal achievements in the areas of the arts, sports, ❑ Distinction brought to Friendswood resulting from
etc. achievements elsewhere
Has the Nominee been a Grand Marshal for the City s parade in the past? ❑ Yes ❑ No
1 have read and understand the City of Friendswood's Grand Marshal Selection Policy and affirm that I have visited with the
Nominee, who is willing to undergo a background check and to serve if selected by the City Council.
Applicant's Signature (Date)
Additional sheets may be submitted for consideration.
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I have read the foregoing application and desire to support the nominee. I further affirm that I am a qualified voter of the
City of Friendswood and have not signed as an applicant or a reference for another nominee for Grand Marshal this year. I
am willing to provide additional information to the City upon request.
Reference's Signature: _
Reference's Printed Name:
Reference's Mailing Address: Zip:
Home Phone: Mobile: Email:
Reference's Signature:
Reference's Printed Name:
Reference's Mailing Addre
Home Phone:
Reference's Signature:
Reference's Printed Name:
Reference's Mailing Address:
Home Phone: Mobile: Email
Additional sheets may be submitted for consideration.
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