During the Boulder City Council meeting on March 20, 2025, council members addressed the ongoing recruitment for the Cannabis Licensing Advisory Board, highlighting a need for five qualified candidates. The council decided to keep the application process open for additional candidates rather than rushing to fill the positions with the current slate. This decision aims to ensure that the most qualified individuals are considered, allowing for a more comprehensive selection process.

Council member Taisha expressed a preference for a straightforward voting process, suggesting that if candidates do not receive nominations, the board should remain open for further recruitment. This approach was supported by the city attorney, who recommended maintaining the current procedure without adding unnecessary steps. Ultimately, the council voted to keep the board open for additional applicants, acknowledging the potential for more qualified candidates to emerge.

In addition to the cannabis board discussion, the council reviewed the Landmarks Board, which has one available seat requiring an architectural or planning professional. Only one applicant, Michael Ray, was deemed qualified for the position. The council will proceed with the nomination process for this seat, which carries a five-year term through March 2030.

These discussions reflect the council's commitment to ensuring that boards are filled with qualified individuals while also being open to new applicants, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of city governance. The next steps will involve further recruitment for the Cannabis Licensing Advisory Board and the nomination process for the Landmarks Board.