The Courier asked the seven candidates vying for one of three open seats to describe how each would address some of the biggest challenges the District faces.
"Thomas embodies exactly what this award is about," said Human Relations Commission Chair Ori Blumenfeld.
"As you know, the challenges facing the City and this department over the last year have greatly increased," said Chief Rivetti, justifying the overhires
"We want to keep heading down the path of recovery from COVID-19, we don't want to take steps back," Friedman told the Courier.
"The number of housing units would be based on the site area of the project, and the height is based on the neighboring properties maximum height," she said.
"For example, an 'unrealistically high' RHNA allocation based on market trends and lack of vacant land is not considered to be legitimate grounds for appeal," the Staff Report reads.
To add more intrigue, the trail was specifically selected by producer, director and actress Amber Benson, known for her portrayal of Tara Maclay on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
"We can't go out, we can't go to parties, we don't go to restaurants, we don't dress up, we're home in our pajamas and our robes," said Koplin.
Under the CPA bill credit program, residential customers are entitled to a one-time $25 bill credit when they sign up for certain statewide programs.
They are also experienced designers and developers.