HomeMy WebLinkAbout15634RESOLUTION NO. 15634
A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF
NELSON DUNFORD TO THE POSITION OF MUNICIPAL
COURT JUDGE
WHEREAS, Mayor Heather Graham has requested confirmation by the City Council of
the appointment of Nelson Dunford to the position of Municipal Court Judge.
WHEREAS, Nelson Dunford meets and exceeds the qualifications for the appointment
as the Municipal Court Judge based upon his education, training and experience; NOW,
THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that
SECTION 1.
The appointment by the Mayor of Nelson Dunford as Municipal Court Judge shall be and
hereby is confirmed by the City Council.
SECTION 2.
The officers and staff of the City are authorized and directed to perform any and all acts
consistent with this Resolution and the attached agreements which are necessary or
appropriate to implement the appointment described herein.
SECTION 3.
This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon passage and approval.
INTRODUCED: May 13, 2024
BY: Roger Gomez
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
APPROVED: __________________________
PRESIDENT OF CITY COUNCIL
ATTESTED BY: ________________________
CITY CLERK
City Clerk's Office Item # Q1
Background Paper for Proposed
Resolution
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: May 13, 2024
TO: President Mark Aliff and Members of City Council
CC: Mayor Heather Graham
VIA: Marisa Stoller, City Clerk
FROM: Heather Graham, Mayor
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF NELSON
DUNFORD TO THE POSITION OF MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE
SUMMARY:
The Mayor has appointed Nelson Dunford to the position of Municipal Court Judge and
requests confirmation of said appointment by the City Council. Such appointment is
based on Mr.Dunford's education, training, experience and fitness for the position.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The City engaged in a competitive recruitment process to fill this critical position. Mayor
Graham held two rounds of interviews with the qualifying candidates. Following these
interviews, Mayor Graham considered their qualifications and determined that Nelson
Dunford is the most qualified candidate for the Municipal Court Judge position. Mr.
Dunford brings over 11 years of legal experience with a deep understanding of criminal
and municipal law. Much of Mr. Dunford's legal experience has been focused on
effectively addressing complex legal cases. He has strong supervisory and leadership
skills and Mayor Graham believes his qualifications will be beneficial to the future of the
City and Pueblo Municipal Court. Mr. Nelson Dunford holds his Juris Doctor from Case
Western Reserve University with a Bachelor of Arts from Brigham Young University.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
The salary and benefits of the Municipal Court Judge have been budgeted and
appropriated within the 2024 budget.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
Not applicable to this Resolution.
STAKEHOLDER PROCESS:
Not applicable to this Resolution.
ALTERNATIVES:
Failure to confirm the appointment of the Municipal Court Judge will result in that
position remaining vacant.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approval of the Resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Nelson Dunford Appointment Packet - Muni Ct Judge