TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: Heather Faust, MMC, FCPC, City Clerk
TITLE: Approve the Appointments of Tony Giannotti and Lisa Rodriguez as Regular Members to Serve a First Term on the Community Economic Development Advisory Board From October 6, 2026, Through October 6, 2029.
Recommended Action
Option 1: Approve the appointments of Tony Giannotti and Lisa Rodriguez as Regular Members to serve a first term on the Community Economic Development Advisory Board from October 6, 2026, through October 6, 2029.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Approve the appointments of Tony Giannotti and Lisa Rodriguez as Regular Members to serve a first term on the Community Economic Development Advisory Board from October 6, 2026, through October 6, 2029.
Option 2: Deny the appointments of Tony Giannotti and Lisa Rodriguez as Regular Members to the Community Economic Development Advisory Board.
Background Information
Currently, there are two vacancies on the Community Economic Development Advisory Board. The vacancies were announced as required. The City Clerk received applications from Tony Giannotti on August 31, 2026, and Lisa Rodriguez on September 15, 2026. Both applicants meet residency requirements and do not currently serve on any City Board/Committee. Mr. Giannotti is being considered for the Tourism, Sports, or Entertainment category based on his arts, cultural programming, event, and business experience; Ms. Rodriguez applied for the Public Relations category and has extensive human resources, recruiting, workforce development, and community engagement experience. The applications have been submitted for review.
There are no conflicts to note under Florida Statutes 112.3143.
Strategic Plan Pillar
Good Governance
Financial Impact
Not applicable.
Procurement
Not applicable.
Attachments:
1. Giannotti - Application
2. Giannotti - Resume
3. Rodriguez - Application
Prepared by: Tiffany Lindner, Board Specialist II
Department Director: Heather Faust, MMC, FCPC, City Clerk