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Home My WebLink About2019-10-08; City Council; ; Appoint Three Members to the Parks & Recreation Commission~ CITY COUNCIL ~ Staff Report Meeting Date: To: From: Staff Contact: Oct. 8, 2019 Mayor and City Council Scott Chadwick, City Manager Tammy McMinn, Deputy City Clerk Tammy.McMinn@carlsbadca.gov or 760-434-2953 v CA Review \)J --- Subject: Appoint Three Members to the Parks & Recreation Commission. Recommended Action Adopt Resolutions appointing three members to the Parks & Recreation Commission. Executive Summary Commissioner Michael Luna was initially appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in April 2016 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Goyarts. His partial term expired in Aug. 2019. Mr. Luna is eligible for reappointment for a term ending in Aug. 2023. Commissioner Jodi Rudick Stein was initially appointed to the Commission in Aug. 2011 to fill the expired term of Commissioner Lyons. She was reappointed in Sept. 2015. She has served two four-year terms and is not eligible for reappointment, therefore leaving a vacancy with a term ending in Aug. 2023. Commissioner Brad Thorp was initially appointed to the Commission in Aug. 2017 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Hansen. His partial term expired in Aug. 2019. Mr. Thorp is eligible for reappointment for a term ending in Aug. 2023. The City Clerk's office received 11 applications from residents wishing to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission. Per the Boards, Committees and Commissions Appointment Transition Options, the current vacancies are to be filled by District 1, District 3 and the Mayor. The appointing Council Members are not required to appoint someone from their own District. The six applicants invited to continue in the interview process are: (Exhibit 3): • Amy Allemann (District 3) • Jim LaMarca (District 1) • Miriam Levy (District 3) • Michael Luna (District 2) • Nikole Pearson (District 1) • Brad Thorp (District 3) 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 October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 1 of 21 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. Other members of the Parks & Recreation Commission are: Committee Member District Amy Livingston 3 Jengi Martinez 1 Matt Simons 3 Members of the Parks & Recreation Commission are subject to the provisions of the Political Reform Act, and must file a State_ment of Economic Interest. Fiscal Analysis None. Next Steps Following the appointment of two members to the Senior Commission, the City Clerk's office will update the Commission roster and coordinate the Oath of Office, filing of the appointee's Statement of Economic Interest and Ethics Training Certificate. 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 phys ical 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. City Council Resolu~ion 2. City Council Resolution 3. City Council Resolution 4. Applications received from finalists wishing to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 2 of 21 RESOLUTION NO. 2019-199 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION WHEREAS, Commissioner Michael Luna was initially appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in April 2016; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Luna is eligible for reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission exists. 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 resident is hereby appointed to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission for a term ending in Aug. 2023. Nikole Pearson PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 8th day of October 2019, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher, Hamilton. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 3 of 21 RESOLUTION NO. 2019-200 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION WHEREAS, Commissioner Jodi Rudick Stein was initially appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in Aug. 2011; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Rudick Stein was reappointed in Sept. 2016; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Rudick Stein is not eligible for reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission exists. 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 resident is hereby appointed to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission for a term ending in Aug. 2023. AmyAllemann PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 8th day of October 2019, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher, Hamilton. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. +l3ARB (SEAL) ENGLESON, October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 4 of 21 RESOLUTION NO. 2019-201 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION WHEREAS, Commissioner Brad Thorp was initially appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in Aug. 2017; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Thorp's partial term expired in Aug. 2019; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Thorp is eligible for reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission exists. 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 resident is hereby appointed to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission for a term ending in Aug. 2023. Brad Thorp PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 8th day of October 2019, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher, Hamilton. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ,,111111111111,11,, ~,,,,,~ CAFl,J'11111,/,,. ~o·'"•'-n/,,. ~ ,•·· ···-.\J~~ {1-../~··· .. -v\ \O(~)(~)OJ ~ ~-.~,u,•·0 ,/ ~ ~,.. .. ' .... ~ ~ ... ~·· .......... ··~,'f~ ~,,,,,, l./FO~ ,,,,,.s: 111//ftlll\ll\\\\\\\\ October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 5 of 21 IExelanations Please describe your educational background I have a BA from Miami University dual major in History and Journalism. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree, cum laude, from California Western School of Law Please describe relevant experience As a mom of a 10 year old boy, I am a frequent user of the Carlsbad Parks and Recreation facilities and programs. I have served on various boards as discussed below. Please describe your current or past community involvement Cub Scouts and Boy Scout volunteer (Pack/Troop 750), leadership team for Ecke YMCA Phoenix Nation (mom/son Adventure Club camping), Secretary of PTA board for San Diego French American· School. President of BOD Family and Friends of Peppermint Ridge (home for disabled adults). LEAD San Diego graduate. Frequent volunteer for community activities such as I Love a Clean San Diego. Member Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation. Member of North County Bar Association . Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations) PTA Board, Peppermint Ridge Family and Friends. Committee member Pack 750. Former President of BOD Stand up for Kids (San Diego chapter). Additional information or comments Citizen's Academy graduate 2019. We spend a lot of time at the parks, trails, and rec centers for Carlsbad. As a family we hike and bike frequently in this area and I would welcome the opportunity to serve on this committee. Submittal Information Please select the submit button below to electronically submit application. If you prefer to print, please select "print . for111" button, sign and mail to: City of Carlsbad City Clerk's Office 1200,Carlsbad Village Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008. Digitally signed by Amy Elizabeth Amy Elizabeth Allemann Allemann Signature Date: 2019.oa.0210:29:01 -o7'oo· Date 08/02/2019 * Only required to sign if submitting paper form; if submitting electronically your submittal via e-mail is considered acknowledgement. Clear form Print form Submit form I October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 7 of 21 Explanations I would be very interested in helping shape and add value to the Parks and Recreation Commission. I started my career while gong to Palomar so I've seen Carlsbad grow and change for more than 30 years. I returned to live here full time 10 years ago and have been an avid user of the parks and recreation services. Please describe your educational background I have a BS in business and many years of additional education in the private sector. Please describe relevant experience I've been in senior management in large and small organizatio1_1s so I am very good with a collaborative environment. I am a life long athlete and have been on advisory boards for private tennis and health facilities. Over the last ten years I've been working with health and fitness professionals as Sr Director of Sales at IDEA Health, the largest organization of fitness pros in the US. In my current job I consult health organizations such as the International '" n-,_.., _... __ _. 1-. --.J Please describe your current or past community involvement As I noted above I've been an active member of the UST A, AEI Volleyball and other health and fitness organizations. I currently volunteer with the City of Carlsbad Learning center in the adult literacy program. Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations) I North Seattk, teno;s cl,b. Additional information or comments My skills in strategy and planning would be very applicable in this role. I also work extremely well with people of all backgrounds and experience and am able to negotiate the dynamics of groups to achieve goals. I think these skills would be very useful. Submittal Information Please select the submit button below to electronically submit application. If you prefer to print, please select "print form" button, sign and mail to: City of Carlsbad City Clerk's Office 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008. Signature _____________ Date 8/2/2019 • Only required to sign if submitting paper form; if submitting electronically your submittal via e-mail is considered acknowledgement. Clear form .___Pr-in_t_f_o_rm _ ___.l Submit form October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 9 of 21 Explanations I have a bachelor of science in Horticulture with an emphasis in Floriculture from Colorado StatE:! ~_D_iyer~ity,_ 1_§)]_9 . Please describe your educational background I have worked in the horticulture field for 40 years, I work with all the commercial growers in the county. I was Director of Horticulture for AmeriFlora 92, an international horticultural exposition in Columbus Ohio. Please describe relevant experience Pleas.e describe your current or past community involvement · I spent 9·years on the Board of the San Diego Botanic Garden, 10 years on the Board of the San Diego County Flower and Plant Assocation. Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations) Additional information or comments Submittal Information Please select the submit button below to electronically submit application. If you prefer to print, please select "print form" button, sign and mail to: City of Carlsbad City Clerk's Office 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008. Signature_· __________________ Date ________ _ * Only required to sign if submitting paper form; if submitting electronically your submittal via e-mail is considered acknowledgement. Clear form ._1 _· -P-rin_t_f_o_rm _ __.l Submit form October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 11 of 21 July 30, 2019 To: Mayor Matt Hall & City Council Members Cc: Kyle Lancaster, Mike Pacheco,' Chair Matt Simons City of Carlsbad City Clerk's Office 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 Re: Parks & Recreation Commission Reappointment Dear Mayor Hall & Members of the City Council, I am writing to you that I have enjoyed contributing to the Parks and Recreation Commission as a Commissioner for the last three years. Currently, I am seeking reappointment for an additional term to continue my public service to our beautiful community. During my time on the commission, I have been able to dive deeply into all things Park & Recreation at the City of Carlsbad, including rehabilitation of trails, master planning, development of new recreation programs and park facilities. I feel that during my time on the commission we have worked hard in meeting the goals of City Council and fulfilling the mission and vision of-the City while keeping in line with the community & organizational values. I look forward to the continuation of my service as a Commissioner as we recently approved the Carlsbad Trails Master Plan for recommendation to City Council and are currently developing the Parks & Recreation Commission Work plan for the 2019-20 Fiscal year. Please contact me at your convenience if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely, Michael Luna Carlsbad, CA 92010 October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 14 of 21 MICHAEL LUNA Carlsbad, California I C: EDUCATION California State University San Bernardino • Master of Business Administration (MBA) • BA Business Administration Concentration in Marketing PROFESSIONAL EXPERI ENCE Senior Diversity & Economic Opportunity Representative LA Metro -Los Angeles, CA Graduated 09/2017 Graduated 06/2009 12/ 2018 -Present • Develop and present information to contractors and subcontractors regarding Metro's small business programs and the contractor development and bonding program. • Represent LA Metro at internal and external meetings to clarify and discuss issues related to small business development and programs such as Bonding. • Develop program policies for implementation agency-wide based on current Federal and Local/State law. • Assist in all aspects of business development including benchmarking and analysis. • Work with program managers in support of program implementation. • Attend pre-bid and pre-construction conferences to assist contractors and subcontractors. • Respond to public inquiries about upcoming bids. • Monitor contracts for small business development programs. • Develop partnerships with public agency small business program representatives and trade associations to coordinate business development events and keep abreast of small business community activities. • Develop and maintain relationships with small business organizations. • Coordinate internal and external events and speakers in support of Metro's small business programs such as the Bonding Program. • Establish and maintain a budget for small business development programs and generated financial reports. • Develop program marketing materials. • Prepare material and updates for Metro's newsletters and website. • Prepare Board reports and various other types of correspondence. • Lead team of subordinates and monitor activities. Economic Development Specialist City of Vista -Vista, CA 07 I 2015 - 09 /2018 • Developed & managed Economic Development department budget; providing ongoing analysis, recommendations and monitoring. • Contract administration: prepare RFP's,.aid in analysis, negotiation and vendor selection, execute and administer contracts. • Completed land acquisitions on behalf of the City of Vista. • Negotiated, executed and managed leases for City owned property and buildings. • Served as the liaison for the Economic Development Department to other divisions, departments, and outside agencies/groups; act as liaison between business organizations, individual businesses, and the City; provide information and resources including interpretations of codes and ordinances; building and planning permit processes; coordinate parallel efforts; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues. M. Luna 1 of3 October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 15 of 21 • Managed economic development activities to secure a strong City revenue base by promoting business growth, attraction and retention through implementation and coordination of strategies and tactics focused on encouraging a healthy.and stable business environment. • Authored and presented staff/agenda reports and speeches for City Council and the public. • Attended meetings & assisted staff at the City Council, and other boards, commissions, and committees. • Coordinated a variety of activities related to business development, expansion and retention. • Created and administered grant programs addressing City Council Goals. • Conducted surveys and perform research and statistical analysis on Economic drivers and . business needs. Development/Marketing Specialist II 06/ 2014-07 /2015 County of Riverside Economic Development Agency -Riverside, CA • Executed promotional plans and budgets for events and marketing collateral. • Created branding, advertising, publicity and internal/external communications for all Economic Development divisions (18 in total). • Planned, coordinated and executed large scale community events: o State of Riverside County o Riverside County Fair & Date Festival o Riverside County Food Truck Festivals o Jacqueline Cochran Air Show, French Valley Air Show & Hemet Ryan Air Show • Maintained all event websites and social media accounts • Wrote speeches for elected officials • Developed partnerships and solicited sponsorships for events; obtained funding and prepared related sponsorship documents and agreements. • Updated and maintained copy on websites and social media (Facebook, Twitter, and lnstagram). Housing Specialist/ Public Relations Coordinator 06/ 2010-06/2014 County of Riverside Economic Development Agency -Riverside, CA • Managed specialized low-income housing programs fundedthrough multiple agencies and grants. • Assisted in the development and implementation of resident programs. • Managed a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher caseload of approximately 350 families. • Located and accessed potential grant/funding resources from a wide variety of sources of local, state, federal and private sources. • Conducted interviews, research, and write articles, and feature stories; maintain interface with departmental director and supervisors to elicit news and promotional items of interest. • Responsible for the identification and implementation of the Housing Authority's public relation, marketing and event planning activities within a government structure. • Coordinated and participated in the preparation of internal promotional publications to include planning articles, editing copy to conform to proper grammatical style, and supervising the printing and distribution of publications. • Coordinated advertising, publicity and internal and external communications for all Housing Authority programs. Studio Marketing Manager 01 / 2006-11 /2013 Countryside Portraiture -Riverside, CA • Executed marketing and communication tactics to promote 3 different segmented markets. • Prepared, manage and design marketing plan & collateral for 3 different segmented markets. • Create & Design all marketing collateral to be used in print and online. M. Luna 2 of 3 October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 16 of 21 • Maintained relationships with clients, organizations, local business, and schools. • Managed website and social media pages. • Served as the single point of contact for all order production and execution. • Managed project intake, quality control, tracking, file naming, and followed branding guidelines; Created process improvements where possible to improve efficiency. • Managed a high volume of projects (on average 150 jobs per month), including creating production timelines, allocating resources, supervising designers, and coordinating production and delivery of completed projects to clients. • Developed work-flow to produce and traffic projects. • Supervised five graphic designers and freelance photographers daily. TECHNICAL SKILLS • Tyler MUNIS • B2GNow • costar Commercial Real Estate Suite • CityWorks • GIS Systems • LaserFiche • Eventbrite Event Management Software • Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook • Constant Contact • Mail Chimp • Survey Monkey • Adobe Photoshop, lnDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat Pro • Final Cut Pro X • Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, lnstagram, Snapchat, Nextdoor.com M. Luna 3 of 3 October 8, 2019 Item #9 Page 17 of 21