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CITY COUNC I L
Staff Report
Meeting Date:
To:
From:
Staff Contact:
June 27, 2017
Mayor and City Council
Kevin Crawford, City Manager\!)/
Tammy McMinn, Deputy City Clerk
Tammy.mcminn@carlsbadca.gov or 760-434-2958
CAReview~
Subject: Adopt a Resolution Appointing Two Members to the Library Board of
Trustees
Recommended Action
Adopt a Resolution appointing two members to the Library Board of Trustees.
Executive Summary
The terms of Trustees Hulsart and Parsons will expire on June 30, 2017, leaving two vacancies on
the Library Board of Trustees. Ms. Hulsart and Ms. Parsons were appointed in June 2013. Both
are eligible for reappointment and have submitted letters requesting reappointment (Exhibit 2).
The City Clerk's office has received applications from the following residents wishing to serve on
the Library Board of Trustees (Exhibit 3):
• Neal Presa
• Madeleine Szabo
• Shantella Slaten
• Ronald Levitt
• Kenneth Kales
• Gwen Nelson
Discussion
Government Code Section §54970-54974, known as the Maddy Act, requires that on or before
December 31 of each year the legislative body shall prepare a Local Appointments List which
contains the appointive terms of Board and Commission members which will expire in the next
calendar year. The name of the incumbent appointee and the date of appointment and the term
expiration date is also included on the list. Based on the prepared list, the City Clerk's office
accepts applications (available on the City's website and in the City Clerk's office) for any
upcoming vacancies.
Carlsbad Municipal Code Chapter 2.16 states that the Library Board of Trustees shall consist of
five members, appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council,
Other members of the Library Board of Trustees are: Sherman DeForest, Wendy Hinman, and
Dane Pearson. Members of the Library Board of Trustees are subject to the provisions of the
Political Reform Act, and must file a Statement of Economic Interests.
Fiscal Analysis
None.
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Next Steps
Following the appointment of two member to the Library Board of Trustees, the City Clerk's office
will update the Commission roster and coordinate the oath of office and f iling of the appointees
Statement of Economic Interests.
Environmental Evaluation (CEQA)
Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, this action does not constitute a "project"
within the meaning of CEQA in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change in
the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and
therefore does not require environmental review.
Public Notification
This item was noticed in accordance with the Ralph M . Brown Act and was available for public
viewing and review at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting date.
Exhibits
1. Resolution appointing two members to the Library Board of Trustees.
2. Reappointment request letters from Trustees Beth Hulsart and Sandy Parsons.
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3. Applications received from residents wishing to serve on the Library Board of Trustees.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-128
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING TWO MEMBERS TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES
WHEREAS, Trustees Beth Hulsart and Sandy Parsons terms expire in June 2017; and
WHEREAS, there is currently two vacancies on the Library Board of Trustees, and
Exhibit 1
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the following Carlsbad residents are hereby appointed to serve on the Library
Board of Trustees, for a term ending in June 2021.
Sandy Parsons
Beth Hulsart
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 27th day of June, 2017, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: M. Halt K. Blackburn, M. Schumacher, C. Schumacher, M. Packard.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
(SEAL)
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January 31, 2017
Honorable Matt Hall, Mayor
City of Carlsbad
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Dear Mayor Hall:
Exhibit 2
RECEIVED
FEB -1 2017
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
Thank you for the previous appointment to the Library Board of Trustees , I understand
from Heather Pizzuto that it is possible for me to be reappointed for another term. Please
accept this letter as my request to be reappointed in June 2017 when my current term is
over.
I have always been a great supporter of the Library and a member of the Friends of the
Carlsbad Library for many years. Serving on the Library Board of Trustees has allowed me
to become even more involved in the Library and the continued innovations in the delivery
of services to our resi~ents. I enjoy the opportunity to learn about new formats and
· technologies. It would be an honor to continue on the Board for an additional term.
Thank you and the City Council for this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Beth Hulsart
BH/s
-~~~92008
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Tammy McMinn
From: Faviola Medina
Sent: Thursday, April13, 2017 2:00PM
Cc: Sheila Cobian; Tammy McMinn; Andrea Dykes
Subject: FW: Request for re-appointment to Library Board of Trustees
Good Afternoon Mayor and Council Members,
Below you will find an email for your consideration, from Dr. A Sandy Parsons requesting to be reappointed for a second
term.
Have a great day!
Faviola
{City of
Carlsbad
Faviola Medina
Deputy City Clerk
City of Carlsbad
1200 Ca rlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
www.carlsbadca.gov
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Cc: Heather Pizzuto <Heather.Pizzuto@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: FW: Request for re-appointment to Library Board of Trustees
From: Sandy Parsons [L.!.m!.!:a~ie!.!lt:.!:::o..:....: _______ _
Sent: Wednesday, April12, 2017 4:18PM
Subject: Request for re-appointment to Library Board of Trustees
DATE: April 12th, 2017
TO: Mayor Matt Hall
Carlsbad City Council Members
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RE: Reappointment to the Carlsbad Library Board of Trustees in 2017 for second tetm
FROM: Dr. A. Sandy Parsons
Dear Mayor Hall and City Council Members:
I am requesting reappointment to the Carlsbad Library Board of Trustees for the 2017 term of four years. I was appointed in June of
20 13 for my first term.
I have truly enjoyed my fust tenn on this important Board. During this time I have faithfully attended the meetings and been an active
participant on the board.
This year, I have served as the Carlsbad Library Board of Trustees liaison to the Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation Board.
During my fust term, I also served on the working committee for the Interiors and Redesign of the Dove and Cole Libraries. This
work with Library Staff and Liaisons from other boards was fascinating and rewarding. I am so proud to have had input in the
beautiful results of our spectacular refurbished and redesigned Cole and Dove Libraries!
I respectfully request this reappointment for another four years of service to this important Board.
I have copied my original statement of intent from my 2013 application to the Board blow.
Sincerely
A. Sandy Parsons
My original Statement from 2013
I just LOVE Carlsbad! Since my first visit to North County San Diego in 1992, I knew the Carlsbad was the place I
wanted to live. I just fell in love with the city. I have always been impressed with the quality of life here, and the
leadership at the City level that has worked hard and diligently to assure that Carlsbad is now, and will always be the
finest place to live in California.
When I joined the university faculty at Cal State San Marcos in 1992 to develop their special education
credential and masters degree programs, I had the opportunity to visit the surroundings cities while looking for a place to
live; none could compare to the quality of life here in our fine City. I feel so fortunate to have been able to purchase a
home in Olde Carlsbad in 1994. As my heart is really in this city, I have served in many ways on various boards and
organizations in Carlsbad.
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The libraries of Carlsbad -Cole, Dove, and the Learning Center have always been a very large part of my life
over the past 21 years. I have also taken the genealogy class at Cole, and the e-book class at the Learning Center. I use
the library services weekly.
I believe that I am uniquely experienced to serve on the library board as a lifelong educator, learner, Cal State
San Marcos professor using many education technologies and online delivery of instruction, and my work as a volunteer
in various organizations in our wonderful town over many years I have lived here.
I am dedicated to public education and the services of the libraries for the citizens of Carlsbad, and linkages to
Cal State San Marcos and the university's various resources, as well as to connections to the resources of county,
regional, state, and national and international library resources. Libraries and their essential services to a literate,
informed and participatory society have been an integral part of my life.
I thank you for consideration of this application and I sincerely hope that I may be appointed to the Board of
Trustees of the Carlsbad Libraries.
Dr. A. Sandy Parsons
Professor Emerita, College of Education
Special Education and Assistive Technologies
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APLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
BOARD(S) AND/ OR COMISSION(S)
NAME(S) OF BOARD(S) AND/OR COMMISSION($) IN WHICH INTERESTED:
Carlsbad City Library Board of Trustees.
NAME: Dr. Alice Anne "Sandy" ParsonsAf'
ADDRESS:
CITY:
ZIP CODE:
PHONE:
EMAIL:
Carlsbad CA
92008
PRESENT OCCUPATION: Professor, School of Education
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
College of Education Health and Human Services (CEHHS)
Cal State San Marcos (semi-retired)
BUSINESS NAME: Cal State San Marcos
BUSINESS ADDRESS: 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92096
WORK PHONE:
U.S. Citizenship (required for all appointments) ..!!.! No
Resident of Carlsbad (required for all appointments) Yes No
Registered voter in Carlsbad (required for all appointments) Yes No
Citizens Academy Graduate Yes No
Leadership Academy Yes (April 11th, 2013)
I am familiar with the responsibilities assigned to the Board(s) or Commission(s) on which I wish to serve.
Yes, I have met with. Heather Pizzuto, Library and Cultural Arts Director, and I have also attended a
Library Board of Trustees meeting.
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by a committee designated by .
the City Council or at the request of an individual Council Member.
Yes, and I have met with Heather Pizzuto, Library and Cultural Arts Director prior to filling out this
application.
I am willing to file financial disclosure statements as required by tlie State's or City's Conflict of Interest
Codes. Yes.
I am willing to atten two hours of State Ma ated ethics training every two years. Yes.
SIGNATURE: DATE: 't/lll /4213
Upon completion of your application, se mail or de iver the application to the following address:
City Clerk's Office
City Hall
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMET 1 I
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EDCATION: (most recent appears first)
Post-Doc Certificate in Online Teaching Program
Online Design and Delivery of Web Based Instruction in Teacher Education
UCLA (2002)
Post-Doc Instructional Technology & Adapted/Assisted Applications of Microcomputer
Technology in Special Education, Federally funded Post-Doctoral Fellowship
University of Kentucky (1990)
Ph. D. Special Education
The University of Texas, Austin (1982)
M.S. Special Education
California State University, Los Angeles (19,77)
B.S. Social Science/Psychology
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (1971)
EXPERIENCE:
2009 -Present Faculty Early Retirement Program (FERP) (50% time base)
Professor, School of Education
Special Education, Assistive Technology, Moderate-Severe Disabilities
Cal State San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
1995 -2009 Professor, College of Education
Special Education, Assistive Technology, Moderate-Severe Disabilities
Cal State San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
1993-1997 Coordinator, Concurrent Credential Program: Multiple Subjects CLAD and
Special Education Specialist, College of Education
Cal State San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
1992 -1995 Associate Professor (with tenure), College of Education
Special Education, Educational Technology, Learning and Instruction
Cal State San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
1987-1992 Associate Professor (with tenure), Department of Educational Psychology,
Program for Exceptional Children, (VH, ECSE, Assistive Technology)
The University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
1982-1987 Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Psychology,
Program for Exceptional Children, (VH, ECSE, Special Education Technology)
The University of South Carolina·, Columbia, SC
1979 -1980 Research Assistant, University of Texas
Department of Special Education
1979 -1981 Teaching Assistant, Department of Special Education,
The University of Texas at Austin
1975-1979 Teacher, Coordinator, Visually Handicapped Program
Placentia Unified School District, Placentia, California (K-12).
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMET 2 I
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1973-1974 Itinerant Teacher for Low Incidence, (K-12 VH, MH, DB)
Rowland Unified School District, California
1972-1973 Resource Teacher for Low Incidence Disabilities (VH, MH, DB)
Rowland Unified School District, Rowland Heights, CA.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR COMMENTS:
• Carlsbad Citizens Academy completed December 2012
• Carlsbad Leadership Academy April 11, 2013
• Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce: CSUSM President's Chamber Team
• Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Education Committee (2010-present)
• Carlsbad Education Foundation Board of Directors ten years
• Carlsbad Boys and Gi~ls Club Board of Directors two years
• Carlsbad Barrio Association volunteer-various events
COMMENTS:
I just LOVE Carlsbad! Since my first visit to North County San Diego in 1992, I knew the
Carlsbad was the place I wanted to live. I just fell in love with the city. I have always been impressed
with the quality of life here, and the leadership at the City level that has worked hard and diligently to
assure that Carlsbad is now, and will always be the finest place to live in California.
When I joined the university faculty at Cal State San Marcos in 1992 to develop their special
education credential and masters degree programs, I had the opportunity to visit the surroundings
cities while looking for a place to live; none could compare to the quality of life here in our fine City.
feel so fortunate to have been able to purchase a home in Olde Carlsbad in 1994. As my heart is
really in this city, I have served in many ways on various boards and organizations in Carlsbad.
The libraries of Carlsbad -Cole, Dove, and the Learning Center have always been a very
large part of my life over the past 21 years. I have also taken the genealogy class at Cole, and the a-
book class at the Learning Center. I use the library services weekly.
I believe that I am uniquely experienced to serve on the library board as a lifelong educator,
learner, Cal State San Marcos professor using many education technologies and online delivery of
instruction, and my work as a volunteer in various organizations in our wonderful town over many
years I have lived here.
I am dedicated to public education and the services of the libraries for the citizens of
Carlsbad, and linkages to Cal State San Marcos and the university's various resources, as well as to
connections to the resources of county, regional, state, and national and international library
resources. Libraries and their essential services to a literate, informed and participatory society have
been an integral part of my life.
I thank you for consideration of this application and I sincerely hope that I may be appointed to
the Board ofTrustees of the Carlsbad Librarie~ /)
-~ rai/A-01,(.'l.H-:;-
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMET 31
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Bio: Dr. A. Sandy Parsons
A native Californian, Dr. Parsons earned her Bachelors degree in Social Science and Psychology at
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and her Masters degree and teaching credentials in both Elementary and Special
Education at Cal State Los Angeles. She was awarded an earned doctorate at The University of Texas, Austin
in 1982. She has also completed a Post Doctorate: Assistive Technology at The University of Kentucky in
1990; and completed a Certificate in On-Line Design of Instruction at UCLA in 2000. She is a lifelong learner.
Dr. Parsons came to Cal State San Marcos in 1992, the third year classes were offered, as Founding
Coordinator of the Education Specialist in Special Education at Cal State San Marcos. She led the
development of the first special education credential programs in the then College of Education. This is her 20th
year of teaching and leading at Cal State San Marcos. She also led the re-purposing of credential courses from
traditional classroom delivery to online delivery of instruction.
Sandy has done extensive international work. She was awarded the prestigious Kellogg-Partners of the
Americas Fellowship in International Development in 1985, and her work involved bi-hemisphere seminars and
projects related to her field of special education. Over the past 30 years, her numerous international projects in
Colombia, Uruguay, and Russia have been funded by Partners of the Americas, the Organization of American
States (OAS) and United States Agency for International Development (USAID): Citizens Democracy Corps
(CDC) respectively.
A Carlsbad resident since moving back to Southern California in 1992, she has served on the Board of
Carlsbad Education Foundation for ten years, the Carlsbad Boys and Girls Club for two years, the Carlsbad
Chamber of Commerce Education Committee since 2010, and has volunteered for the Carlsbad Barrio
Association for various events over the years. She has also completed the Carlsbad Citizens Academy and the
Carlsbad Leadership Academy. She loves Carlsbad and is devoted to the community and the quality of services
and programs offered by the City.
She is seeking an appointment to the Carlsbad Library Board of Trustees.
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Exhibit 3
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT FOR
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
rts Commission
. Housing Commission
Planning Commission
ther:
Beach Preservation Committee
Library Board ofTrustees
Senior Commission
Name: lfhe Rev. Dr. Neal D. Presa
Address:
City: !carlsbad
Home Phone: Cell Phone:
E-mail Address:
Present Occupation: !Minister and Seminary Professor
Employer: ~illage Community Presbyterian Church
Address:
Citizen Academy Graduate? Q Yes @ No
Resident of Carlsbad? {!)Yes Q No
Registered Voter in Carlsbad? @ Yes O o
§Historic Preservation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
raffic Safety Commission
Zip Code: ._19_2_0_0_9 ______ __,
Work Phone: [.__ ______ --'
I am familiar with the responsibilities assigned to the Board(s), Commission(s), or Committee(s) on which I wish to serve.
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an
individual Council Member.
I am willing to file financial disclosure statements if required.
I am willing to complete two hours of State Mandated ethics training every two years.
Please select the submit button below to electronically submit application. If you prefer to print please select "print form" button
and sign document and mail to: City of Carlsbad, City Clerk's Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
Signature: · I
(Only required to sign if submitting paper form, if submitting electronically your submittal
via e-mail is considered acknowledgement).
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT-PAGE 2
Education:
Ph.D. , Drew University
M.Phil, Drew University
Th.M, Princeton Theological Seminary
M.Div., San Francisco Theological Seminary
B.A., Political Science (w/ highest honors), History (w/ honors), UC Davis
Board of Trustees, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Foundation
Board of Trustees, Princeton Theological Seminary
Graduate and Post-Graduate researcher-use of public and private libraries and rare
books
Experience: Author and Editor of five books and author of numerous articles and essays
Community
Activities:
Charter Organization Representative, Boy Scout Troop 766 and Cub Scout Pack 766
Beach Clean-ups at Oceanside Pier through San Diego Surfrider Foundation
Married, Father of two boys who are both students at San Elijo Middle School and will be
attending San Marcos High School
Additional I think serving on the City's Library Board of Trustees is an excellent way to serve and
Information contribute to the community. Education for present-future generations has always been a
or priority of my own professional goals and my own vocation as a professor, theological
Comments: educator, pastor, preacher, teacher, and parent. I want to insure that our city maximizes
and harnesses the best digital, print, and personnel resources for our Library in service to
knowledge, wisdom, and the betterment of the common good.
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Exhibit 2
RECEIVED 1
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT FOR MAR · 2 4 2017
BOARDS, CO MMISSI ONS, AN D CO MMITTEES
CITY OF CARLSBA
(' Arts Commission
(' Housing Commission
\e Planning Commission
(' Other:
Name: !Madeleine Szabo
Address:
City: I carlsbad
(0 Beach Preservation Committee
~ Library Board ofTrustees
~ Senior Commission
Home Phone: ,_, _______ __, Cell Phone:
E-mail Address: 1
. L CITY CLERK'S D
(' Historic Preservation Commission OFFICE
• Parks and Recreation Commission
tG Traffic Safety Commission
ZipCode: '
Work Phone: I.__ ______ __,
Present Occupation: ILR_et_ir_e_d _________________ ~------------l
Employer: none
Address: none
Citizen Academy Graduate? r. Yes (' No
Resident of Carlsbad? \e Yes ('No
Registered Voter in Carlsbad? r. Yes (' No
I am familiar with the responsibilities assigned to the Board(s), Commission(s), or Committee(s) on which I wish to serve.
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an
individual Council Member.
I am willing to file financial disclosure statements if required.
I am willing to complete two hours of State Mandated ethics training every two years.
Please select the submit button below to electronically submit application. If you prefer to print please select "print form" button
and sign document and mail to: City of Carlsbad, City Clerk's Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT-PAGE 2
Wells College, B.A., Economics major
IBM Process Management Class
IBM President's Class
Education: IBM Leadership Transformation Class
IBM Sales Training
CRM 1:1 Institute
I had a career at the IBM Corporation where I was National Sales Leader for two years in addition to receiving
numerous awards every year I was an IBM sales representative. After I was promoted to IBM headquarters, I
received awards for my instrumental role in successfully launching the IBM PC. Following my career at IBM, I went
on to work at different small well-regarded companies with concentrations in Customer Relationship
Experience: Management (CRM) consulting, financial asset management services, consumer products, and business
intelligence aerospace software. I also spent several years working for my town in managing a $80 million school
building program. Additionally, I was an elected representative in my town on the legislative body.
I have always tried to find ways to help the community. I volunteer for the City of Carlsbad. Some of my volunteer
activities have included hosting two workshops at the Carlsbad Love It! conference.
Community I have a passion about keeping Carlsbad beautiful. In addition to participating in Trail Clean Ups, I pick up litter in
Activities: my neighborhood every day, as well as encourage others to do so. I founded the Friends of Carlsbad Scenic
Corridor, a grassroots organization to help protect and preserve the community small-town ambiance of NE/NW El
Camino Real.
Additional
Information
or
Comments:
I love Carlsbad and want to continue working hard for the City to meet the needs and desires of the residents, the
businesses, the tourists, and the government. I have read a voluminous amount of reports on DMS to understand
City operations <;~nd decisions. I have familiarized myself with the Planning staff responsibilities and duties. As a
resident dedicated to the well-being of Carlsbad, I have acquainted myself with each staff member and have been
very impressed with their diligence, competency, and excellent service to Carlsbad.
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CITY OF CARLSBAD
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and si~n document and mail to: City. of Carlsbad, City·Cierk;s 6ffice~ i 200 Carisba!iViliage briv~, ¢adsb~q~ CA 92008.
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APPLICAT(ON. FOR APPOINTMENT-PAGE 2
Education:
Defense Acquisition University San Diego, CA;
California Southern· University Costa Mesa, CA;
Allied Real Estate, San Diego~ CA; .
Human Resource Certification Institutes (HRCI) Navy E-Leaming Certificate Program.
Trusted Agent ~ertification/duties, administered by (DEFAS); Government. Contracting
both fixed-priced and cost-plus contracts, Operational/Business Management, 1 eam
Leadership, Talent Recruitment, Candidate Interviews, Staff Training/Development,
Strategic Pl<:mning, BusinesS! Planning, Administrative Operations, Management, Labor
Relations,.Human Resource Administration, Manpower Systems, Personnel
Administration, Personnel/Service Records, Conflict Resolution, Benefits Enrollment
EXperience: Process Controls, Regulatory .Compliance, HR Data Analysis, Audit Administration,
Database Management, Real-estate, Marketing and Sales, AcquiSitions, Subrogation's,
Data Manipulation, Customer Service, Client Relations, Presentations, Professional
Communication, and Legal Support $ervices~
San Diego Voting Precinct ln.spector;
Federal Labor relations mediator;
San Diego fellowship program;
San Diego welfare to Work program motivational speaker;
San Diego BID member. Community .
Activities:
Aqditional
Information
or
Comments:
I am hopping to further serve my community and hope that you find my qualifications
inline with the City's vision and diversity. ·
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APPLICATI,!ON FOR APPOINTMENT FOR RECEIVED
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BOARDS, CO~MISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES MAY 3'o 2017
rl
8rts Commission ~B.eac,~ Preservation Committee
Housing Commission L1bra~y Board of Trustees 81 · c · · s .I c · · annmg ommiSSion em~r ommiSSIOn
ther: .------------ir-----------,
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Name: !Ronald S Levitt
Address:
City: !carlsbad
HomePhone: ~~-------~ Cel\ Phone:
E-mail Address:
Present Occupation: !retired Attorney anJ Counsellor at Law
!
Employer:
Address:
Citizen Academy Graduate? @ves g···· .· No
Resident of Carlsbad? {!)Yes .. No
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I am familiar with the responsibilities assigned tp the Board(s), Commission(s), or Committee(s) on which I wish to serve.
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I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qublifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an
individual Council Member. i
·I l I am willing to file financial disclosure statements if required.
I am willing to complete two hours of State Mar\dated ethics training every two years.
Please select the submit button below to electr9nically submit application. If you prefer to print please select "print form" button
and sign document and mail to: City of Carlsbad, City Clerk's Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
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APPLfCA TION FOR APPOINTMENT-PAGE 2
Education:
Seton Hall University School of Law -Juris Doctor-1968
Lafayette College -Bachelor of Arts -1965
I spent 42 years practicing law in the State of New Jersey as a trial attorney and
appellate advocate. I am licensed to practice law in the states of New Jersey and New
York, before the Federal District Court for New Jersey, the United States Circuit Court of
Appeals for the 3rd Circuit, and before the Supreme Court of the United States.
As a member of the New Jersey Bar Foundation I was a coach, judge, member, and
Experience: Chairman of the Mock Trial Committee and Judge and founding member of the American
Mock Trial Invitational Tournament.
Community
Activities:
Additional
Information
or
Comments:
I am a avid user of the Carlsbad Libraries and have partaken of the many services and
programs offered.
I have volunteered in various capacities for the City of Carlsbad including working at the
Senior Citizen Center and for the Utilities Department.
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CITY OF CARLSBAD APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT FOR BOARDS,
COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
' ·:·Library Board of Trustees
Name: Kenneth Kales
Address:
City: Carlsbad, CA
Zip Code: 92011
Home Phone:
Cell Phone:
Work Phone:
E-mail Address:
Present Occupation: Editor, Writer, Publisher
Employer: Kales Press
Address: 7031 Columbine Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92011
Citizen Academy Graduate: No
Resident of Carlsbad: Yes, 19 years
Registered Voter in Carlsbad: Yes
RECEIVED
MAY 3:0 2017
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
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Kales
I am familiar with the responsibilities assigned to the Board(s), Commission(s), or Com-
mittee(s) on which I wish to serve.
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City
Council or at the request of an individual Council Member.
I am willing to file financial disclosure statements if required.
I am willing to complete two hours of State Mandated ethics training every two years.
Signature: Kenneth Kales
Education:
The University of Texas at Austin, School of Communications, Bachelors of Science
with Honors, 1979
Experience:
As a publisher, I have had the great honor of working with a number of esteemed insti-
tutions including The Library of Congress. In association with the library, I published a
photographic retrospective of children with images culled from the library's archives.
That book, entitled "When They Were Young" was written by Pulitzer Prize winner Rob-
ert Coles with a foreword by then Librarian of Congress James Billington. I originated
the concept for the book as well as was the catalyst for a companion photography exhi-
bition at The Library of Congress. I also published a companion art book in association
with the Smithsonian Institution that accompanied a traveling museum exhibition-both
publication and exhibition were entitled "Looping the Loop." Locally, I have published
three books in association with The San Diego History Center in Balboa Park, formerly
known as The San Diego Historical Society. Those three included an exhibition cata-
logue in companionship with San Diego sculptor Donal Hard's largest show, and at that
time the society's largest art exhibition ever; a memoir by the daughter of San Diego
civic leader Eileen Jackson; and a biography on the iconic San Diego Scripps family.
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Kales
Community Activities:
St. Vincent de Paul San Diego Homeless Shelter, Infant Care and Children's After-
school Program volunteer; two-year term
San Diego Jaycees community service board of directors volunteer; two-year term
San Diego Historical Society media relations officer; two-year term
San Diego Zoo special projects editor
San Diego North County chapter of National Alliance of Health caregiver program "Fam-
ily to Family" graduate and advocate
San Diego North County writer's support group founder and leader
Additional Information or Comments:
With a new emphasis on libraries serving as community centers, metaphorically as a
fireplace around which residents of Carlsbad can gather to meet and to learn, I believe I
can help move that vision forward for our current patrons and future generations. As the
American Library Association (ALA) reports, our libraries are evolving to encompass
technology and broaden outreach beyond traditional education to include partnerships
and community services such as serving as centers for employment resources, busi-
ness alliances, civic involvement, as well as for personal enrichment through film series,
lectures series, author readings, writing classes, and reading groups.
New research also shows that the digital revolution as it relates to reading books has
been met with a new force; actually it's an old one-an old technology; quite simply the
printed page. While initially it was thought that print was dead due to the arrival of
ebooks, in fact over the last several years the number of people reading ebooks has
leveled off and is now in decline as the number of readers of print books continue to
rise. There are a few related points that are particularly interesting in regards to the role
of our Carlsbad libraries. The first is that studies show comprehension levels are higher
when reading from a page than from a screen. Secondly, neuroscientists show that
deep immersive reading is beneficial for the health of the brain i.n that it not only exer-
cises cognitive abilities, but it contributes to what is now widely regarded to be the over-
all health benefits of mindfulness This movement toward mindfulness, which essentially
is a higher degree of self-awareness, is being embraced by corporations to improve per-
formance and by traditional medicine to improve quality of life.
This societal trend toward mindfulness calls into play the changing role of libraries. As
we advance as a community, the overall health benefits from reading, from embracing
cultural arts such as literature, and from the sense of community that our libraries offer,
are sure to grow as well. I believe that I can serve our city by congenially helping the-
Dove and Cole libraries further those benefits.
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RECEIVED
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT FOR MAY 31 2017
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEE$ CITY OF CARLSBAD
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
0 Arts Commission
0 Housing Commission
0 Planning Commission
0 Beach Preservation Committee
fj Library Board ofTrustees
0 Senior Commission
Name: (}y-vJ£/V N ELS 0/'1
Address:
City:
Home Phone: 'Cell Phone:
E-mail Address:
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Employer:
Address: -
Citizen Academy Graduate? (I) Yes 0 No
Resident of Carlsbad? @ Yes QNo
Registered Voter in Carlsbad? ~ Yes 0 No
0 Historic Preservation Commission
C P.arks and Recreation Commission
OTraffic Safety Commission
Zip Code: I tJciZ ()0 9:
Work Phone: LI ______ _____J
I am familiar with the responsibilities assigned to the Board(s), Commission(s), or Committee(s) on which I wish to serve.
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an
individual Council Member.
I am willing to file financial disclosure statements if required.
I am willing to complete two hours of State Mandated ethics training every two years.
Please select the submit button below to electronically submit application. If you prefer to print please select "print form" button
and sign document and mail to: City of Carlsbad, City Clerk's Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
;!_ ~·'-1. I Signature: -~Y:..PV ~.ve.-
(Only required to sign if submitting pap rm, if submitting electronically your submittal
via e-mail is considered acknowledgement).
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT -PAG£2
Education:
Experience:
Community
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Education:
Experience:
Denver Public Schools-South High School1950
B.A. English -California State University at Los Angeles 1961
M.Ed. English Education-Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey 1974
Additional graduate work in library science/information studies as well as work
in a doctoral program in English/Linguistics Education, Rutgers
High School English Teacher in public schools of New Jersey-11 years
Teaching Assistant (working on doctorate in Linguistics/English) at Rutgers University
teaching Freshman Composition for about 7-8 years
Taught English at a two-year junior college in New York State before moving to New
Jersey in 1963.
Community Activities:
Additional
Information or
Comments:
Graduate of Carlsbad Citizens' Academy (2"d Academy offered)
Newcomers of Carlsbad for several years, acting in various volunteer leadership
positions-Program Chair e.g.
Member Friends of the Carlsbad Library
Participant in one of the library book groups for many years.
For us, public libraries are always an important part of any city we live in or visit in our
travels. Carlsbad's libraries are among the best, thanks to a city committed to their
excellence. Both my husband and I have found the librarians and staff willing and able
to order several new books when we requested them. I hope this practice can continue,
For it is true that libraries and librarians open up the world; I want to serve as a member
of the board of trustees to give back to my community all it has given me through the
libraries of Carlsbad.
BOARD VACANCY
May 3, 2017
The following vacancies exists in the City of Carlsbad.
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Two Vacancies
( City of
Carlsbad
The Library Board of Trustees shall consist of five members to be appointed by the mayor,
with the approval of the city council. Members must be residents of Carlsbad and
registered voters. Members serve four year terms (unless appointed to fill an unexpired
term). Members are required to file a "Statement of Economic Interests" with the city
clerk.
Term: June 2017 to June 2021
Applications are available on the City's website at www.carlsbadca.gov or in the City Clerk's Office
located in City Hall at 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad. Applications should be submitted to
the City Clerk's Office by noon on June 2, 2017. For further information, contact the City Clerk's
Office at (760) 434-2808.
State of California
County of San Diego
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)
I, Tamara McMinn, Deputy City Clerk, hereby declare under penalty of perjury this is posted on the Bulletin Board in front of City
Hall and posted at the Cole Library and Carlsbad Learning Center on May 3, 2017 until June 2, 2017.
Tamara R. McMinn
Deputy City Clerk