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Home My WebLink About2020-07-21; City Council; ; Appoint Two Members to the Library Board of TrusteesCITY COUNCIL Staff Report CA Review CKM Meeting Date: July 21, 2020 To: Mayor and City Council From: Scott Chadwick, City Manager Staff Contact: Tammy McMinn, Senior Deputy City Clerk Tammy.McMinn@carlsbadca.gov, 760-434-2953 Subject: Appoint Two Members to the Library Board of Trustees Recommended Action Adopt resolutions appointing two members to the Library Board of Trustees. Executive Summary The terms of Trustee Sherman DeForest and Trustee Gina Payne McBride expired in June 2020, leaving two scheduled vacancies to be filled with terms through June 2024. Trustee DeForest was initially appointed in July 2016 to fill the expired term of Trustee Benson. Trustee DeForest wishes to be reappointed. Trustee Gina Payne McBride was initially appointed in September 2019 to fill the unexpired term of Trustee Pearson. Trustee McBride also wishes reappointment. The City Clerk's Office received six applications and, in keeping with City Council Policy No. 88, the Mayor has recommended the following four residents wishing to serve on the Library Board of Trustees to interview with the full City Council (Exhibit 2): • Sherman DeForest — District 2 (requesting reappointment) • William Kamenjarin — District 2 • Gina Payne McBride — District 4 (requesting reappointment) • William Sheffler — District 1 Discussion The Maddy Act (California Government Code Section 54970 et. seq) 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 that 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 at-large members, appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council. July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 1 of 16 Other members of the Library Board of Trustees are: Board Member District Beth Hulsart 1 Art Larson 2 Sandy Parsons 1 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. Next Steps The City Clerk's Office will update the board roster and coordinate the oath of office and filing of the appointees' statement of economic Interest and ethics training certificate. Environmental Evaluation (CEQA) This action does not constitute a "project" within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act under California Public Resources Code Section 21065 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 Public notice of this item was posted in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and it was available for public viewing and review at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting date. Exhibits 1. Resolution 2. Resolution 3. Applications received from residents wishing to serve on the Library Board of Trustees July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 2 of 16 Exhibit 1 RESOLUTION NO. 2020-155 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES WHEREAS, Trustee Sherman DeForest was initially appointed to the Library Board of Trustees in July 2016; and WHEREAS, Trustee DeForest's term expired in June 2020; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Library Board of Trustees 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 Library Board of Trustees, for a term ending in June 2024. Sherman DeForest PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 21st day of July, 2020, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. MATT HALL, Mayor Y\Afito-e BARBARA ENGLESON, City Clerk (SEAL) July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 3 of 16 Exhibit 2 RESOLUTION NO. 2020-156 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES WHEREAS, Trustee Gina McBride was initially appointed to the Library Board of Trustees in Sept. 2019 to fill the unexpired term of Trustee Pearson; and WHEREAS, Trustee McBride's term expired in June 2020; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Library Board of Trustees 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 Library Board of Trustees, for a term ending in June 2024. Gina McBride PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 21st day of July, 2020, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. MATT HALL, Mayor BARBARA ENGLESON, ity Clerk (SEAL) \\\,„„k„,„„,,,„/„. .\\\ • 0 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 4 of 16 Exhibit 3 RECEIVED Boards, Commissions and Committees Application for Appointment MAY 05 2020 CITY OF CARLSBAD CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Arts Commission Housing Commission Planning Commission Beach Preservation Committee Library Board of Trustees 1 Senior Commission Historic Preservation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission — Traffic Safety Commission Tourism Business Improvement District Golf Lodging Business Improvement District Agricultural Mitigation Fee Committee Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Committee If applying for more than one, please indicate order of preference. Personal Information Name Sherman E. DeForest Date of Birth: Required for Voter Registration Verification , Home Address District Number 2 -I CitY Carlsbad ZIP _9201-9-- MA° Home Phone Mobile E-mail Occupation retired physicist Employer retired Employer Address nia City ZIP Work Phone Mobile Acknowledgements Yes I am a resident of the City of Carlsbad. i I am a registered voter in Carlsbad. I Are you currently or have you ever been an officer of or employed by the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. I Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. 1 I am a Citizens Academy graduate. 1 I am familiar with the responsibilities of the board/commission/committee(s) on which I wish to serve. 1 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. 1 I am willing to complete two hours of state mandated ethics training every two years, if required. 1 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 5 of 16 Explanations Please describe your educational background BS and MS from Michigan Tech; PhD from UCSD, graduate of EPSE management training Please describe relevant experience Previous term as a Library Trustee and 11 years on the Arts Commission Please describe your current or past community involvement See above; volunteer at the Senior Center and run a Tech Group. Help with BINGO and tech support for Carlsbad Newcomers. Frequently see tickets at summer concerts Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations) See above; Served on the Board of the UCSD Alumni Association; San Dieguito Citizens Planning Group; Organizing Board member of the San Elijo Alliance (to buy the San Elijo Lagoon--mission accomplished. Past president and Board member of two HOA's Additional information or comments Many grandchildren 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. Digitally signed by Sherman E. Sherman E. DeForest DeForest 05/01/2020 Signature Date: 2020.05.01 18:19:33 -0700' Date "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 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 6 of 16 RECEIVED Boards, Commissions and Committees Application for Appointment MAY 2 8 2020 CITY OF CARLS2AD CITY CLERK S OFFICE Arts Commission Housing Commission Planning Commission Beach Preservation Committee Library Board of Trustees 1 Senior Commission Historic Preservation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission i Traffic Safety Commission Tourism Business Improvement District Golf Lodging Business Improvement District Agricultural Mitigation Fee Committee Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Committee If applying for more than one, please indicate order of prefer ce. Personal Information KAI\ Name Willaim Kamenjarin ' Date of Birth: Required for Voter Registration Verification Home Address District Number 2 City Carlsbad ZIP 92010 Home Phone Mobile E-mail Occupation mediator, arbitrator, attorney, expert witness Employer self employed Employer Address CitY Carlsbad ZIP 92018 Work Phone Mobile Acknowledgements Yes No I am a resident of the City of Carlsbad. 1 I am a registered voter in Carlsbad. i Are you currently or have you ever been an officer of or employed by the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. I Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. 1 I am a Citizens Academy graduate. 1 I am familiar with the responsibilities of the board/commission/committee(s) on which I wish to serve. 1 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. 1 I am willing to complete two hours of state mandated ethics training every two years, if required. 1 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 7 of 16 Explanations I would like to speak with our mayor and city council members regarding my ability, dedication, experience and vision for the city and its boards and commissions. Please describe your educational background BA - Duke University Juris Doctor - Southern Methodist University School of Law Please describe relevant experience Proven experience for years of work with libraries and park and recreation facilities. Please describe your current or past community involvement Past chairperson and member, Cadsbad Library Board of Trustees Mediator- City of Carlsbad Volunteer- Friends of the Carlsbad Llbrary sales on the green events Volunteer - community clean up and beautification Sunday school teacher-beat Carlsbad church Member- Board of Trustees, Fellowship, Christian education, Deacon, Pastoral search,Planned Giving- local church Mediator -Udine, United Slates District Court- Expert witness Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations) Former president, board or directors, assorted committees, bar association Officer, executive committee end founding member- American Inns of Court* 303 Superior Court Arbitration Panel Superior Court Mediation Pare! Superior Court Setilmnent Panel Fee Dtspute Arbitrator & Mediator State of California and Federal Hearing Officer Chairperson and presenter —Alternative Dispute Resolution Section for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Editor , ContributOr end edItOdal commktee member -monthly bar magazine Additional information or comments As a three decades resident and supporter of Carlsbad, I have the proven abilities, dedication and experience as a problem solver and consensus builder; these are especially valuable in these times. Everyone and every entity experience challenging and tough times, it is a measure of our determination and dedication how we deal with them and how we come through them. 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 05/28/20 * 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 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 8 of 16 ml Boards, Commissions an Application for Appointm RECEIVED MAY 11 2020 GOPTIVNPMAD TY CLERK'S OFFICE 301dd0 S,>I2A10 A110 CIV8S1HV3 JO A110 OZOZ I T Witti CI3A1333a Arts Commission Housing Commission Planning Commission Beach Preservation Committee Library Board of Trustees i 7 Senior Commission Historic Preservation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Traffic Safety Commission Tourism Business Improvement District Golf Lodging Business Improvement District IMMUNISE Agricultural Mitigation Fee Committee Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Committee If applying for more than one, please indicate order of preference. Personal Information Name 0 l'i P G-I nc,.. i (Li ne_ • c-Dri =----- Date of 0,--. Required for Voter Registration Verification Home Address District Number * City ' Home Pho-- , Mobile E-mail Occupation - .t.- - , . .,,,, A i , . V i.--i--mtlid5 en' ( re4i.re.c1) EmPI°YerRe--kreci-freok: t-ta3r,-,1-..F1',14) a-yid Phir I ._ 6.-,--1,:_p-i- Employer Address J j City ZIP Work Phone Mobile Acknowledgements Yes No I am a resident of the City of Carlsbad. i.." I am a registered voter in Carlsbad. Are you you currently or have you ever been an officer of or employed by the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. - ir Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. V I am a Citizens Academy graduate. / I am familiar with the responsibilities of the boardicommission/commiftee(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, if required. V/ July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 9 of 16 Explanations Please describe your educational background Please describe relevant experience Please describe your current or past community involvement k(--"cL Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations) /4-6a6-ike_cd Additional information or comments PI ecesc, cif_9± fhLi cf.:t&—ci-Ne_c4 (SO 7-1-16A/1 klfc, :2, f reja..4c,ct of ha-ek A.icf, I 1 J 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 (7L D -e D ate * 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 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 10 of 16 Honorable Matt Hall, Mayor May 1, 2020 City of Carlsbad 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 Dear Mayor Hall, I have been honored to serve as a City of Carlsbad Library Trustee and appreciate the opportunity to be even more engaged with the Library and the City. My unexpired term ends on June 1 and I would love to be considered for reappointment to serve a full term beginning at that time. This is a difficult time we are experiencing and I hope to continue to offer guidance and support to the Library in making decisions to go forth into unchartered waters. The Library has made incredible progress in meeting the challenges we are facing due to COVID 19 pandemic, and this progress will serve the library and the community so well as we go forth beyond this crisis. We will also experience a tremendous change as we bid a most fond farewell to our beloved Heather Pizzuto and welcome a new Library and Arts Director onto the scene. I would hope that my long experience in various positions around Carlsbad and within the City and the Library and, earlier, the Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation will be useful and helpful going forward. I greatly appreciate your consideration of my request for reappointment. Thank you for your continuing dedication and support for the City of Carlsbad and its citizens. Warm regards, 72) Gina Payne McBride Carlsbad, CA 92009 Cell: July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 11 of 16 Gina P. McBride, CFP 05/01/2020 Now Retired McBride Financial & Philanthropy Concepts "Planning for Life.. .and Legacy" Helping You Achieve Your Financial Life Planning Goals While Fulfilling Your Values, Making a Difference in the World.... and in Your Life. "Connecting People and Purpose" Professional Education Professional Professional Experience Current Volunteer Selected Honors California State University, Long Beach — American Institute Philanthropic Studies New York Institute of Finance College for Financial Planning, Denver, CO Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) Specialist in Planned Giving McBride Financial & Philanthropy Concepts. Now Retired Owner — Financial Life Planning - Communications. Philanthropic Planning. Consulting. Speaker — Author STARFISH Leadership Awards — Founder/Owner "It's In The Bags" Food Collection Programs — Creator "Presents 2 Pets" Pet Food and Supplies Collection Programs - Creator "Radio Talk Café" Upcoming internet radio program — Creator/Host BEHR, Inc., Member New York Stock Exchange, Los Angeles, CA Vice-President, Financial and Investment Planning. Sales and Marketing. *City of Carlsbad, Library Board of Trustees (Lifetime Friends of Library) California State. University San Marcos — President's University Council Appt'by President.Karen Haynes. *City of Carlsbad,Community Emergency Response Team (CERT),Certified member. Rancho Coastal Humane Society, Board Member New Village Arts, Carlsbad, Advisory Board, Chair Legacy Committee St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Del Mar, Outreach Commission *2011 CARLSBAD CITIZEN OF THE YEAR 2011 Fran Aleshire Leadership Award, Leadership North County, Cal State Univ San Marcos *2005 Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation, Volunteer of the Year" (North Co. Phil.Council) 2004 "Woman of the Year", 38th Senate District, State of California 2003 "CALIFORNIA State Small Business Advocate of Year" CA Chamber of Commerce 2003 and 2004 "Committee Chair of the Year",Gov't Affairs,Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 2002 "Director of the Year" Encinitas Chamber of Commerce. (Board Vice-President) "GINA MCBRIDE DAY in the 51st U.S. Congressional District", Congressional Resolution "The Distinguished Partner Community Service Award", Manulife Financial, WORLDWIDE "Volunteer of the Year" Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation- Founding Board Secretary "San Diego County Honoree of Distinction" — Soroptomist International "In Appreciation Honor for Service" — Dr. Jonas Salk, Salk Institute for Biological Studies 7530-14 Jerez Court, Carlsbad, CA 92009 *PH: 760.633.1183 * gina@mcbridefinancial.com Page 1 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 12 of 16 SELECTED PREVIOUS SERVICE OR EXPERIENCE (alpha order) California State University, San Marcos Graduate - Leadership North County Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board (2010-2011), Board member. Chair, Government Affairs Comm. *City of Carlsbad Citizen's Academy *City of Carlsbad ENVISION CARLSBAD Committee. Appointed by Mayor and City Council *City of Carlsbad - Investment Policy Committee, Appointed by City Treasurer *City of Carlsbad, Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation Board Secretary/Member. Creator/Editor Newsletter Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Board Vice-President, Board Member Episcopal Diocese of San Diego Planned Giving, Legacy and Endowment Committee *IMAGINE Carlsbad Founding Member and Steering Committee Interfaith Community Services — (North County) Board Member La Jolla Music Society Education and Outreach MiraCosta Community College Foundation — Board Member Mottino Family YMCA, Oceanside Chairman of the Board of Management, Board member New Village Arts, Carlsbad Board Vice-President, Board Member North County Philanthropy Council Board President (3 years), Treasurer, Board Member San Diego Partnership for Philanthropic Planning (formerly S.D.Planned Giving Roundtable) Board Member. Mentor for Planned Giving Incubator Program Rancho Bernardo Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board, Board Member Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation Founding Corporate Board Secretary, Board Member Redwood Foundation, Escondido Board Treasurer - Board Member Redwood Terrace Senior Services and Facilities, Inc., Escondido Board Member page 2 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 13 of 16 St. Michael's By-The-Sea Episcopal Church, Carlsbad Vestry (Board) member St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Del Mar Endowment/Planned Giving Commission, Chair Tr-City Medical Center, Community Healthcare Alliance Comm. Appointed by Tr-City Medical Center Board of Trustees United Seniors of America (USA) : senior advocacy (name since transferred to another organization) Co-Founder, Executive Vice President. Spokesperson to U.S. Congress, Washington, D.C. Women's Resource Center, Oceanside Board Member Page 3 (End) July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 14 of 16 Boards, Commissions and Committees Application for Appointment RECEIVED MAY 0 5 2020 CITY OF CARLSBAD CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Arts Commission Housing Commission Planning Commission Beach Preservation Committee Library Board of Trustees 1 Senior Commission Historic Preservation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Traffic Safety Commission Tourism Business Improvement District Golf Lodging Business Improvement District Agricultural Mitigation Fee Committee Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Committee If applying for more than one, please indicate order of preference. Personal Information Name William Sheffler Date of Birth: Required for Voter Registration Verification Home Address District Number 1 City Carlsbad ZIP 92008 Home Phone Mobile E-mail Occupation Actuary Employer Economic Group Pension Services Employer Address CitY San Diego ZIP 92126 Work Phone Mobile Acknowledgements Yes No I am a resident of the City of Carlsbad. 1 I am a registered voter in Carlsbad. 1 - Are you currently or have you ever been an officer of or employed by the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. I Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. I I am a Citizens Academy graduate. A( I am familiar with the responsibilities of the board/commission/committee(s) on which I wish to serve. I 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. 1 I am willing to complete two hours of state mandated ethics training every two years, if required. 1 July 21, 2020 Item 1*11 Page 15 of 16 Explanations I was employed part-time at the city library from 1962 to 1966. Please describe your educational background BA in Mathematics and Economics MA in Mathematics Please describe relevant experience Managed professional service businesses 35+ years, Board member San Diego City Employees Retirement System Please describe your current or past community involvement Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, Lincoln Club of San Diego County Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations) LightBridge Community Hospice Foundation (Board), San Diego County Taxpayers Association(Board), San Diego City Employees Retirement System (Board), Mayoral appointee San Diego City Pension Reform Commission Additional information or comments I look forward to serving my community. 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. Wati4m/1 Sheffer Date 05/06/2020 Signature " 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 July 21, 2020 Item #11 Page 16 of 16 Tammy Cloud-McMinn From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: To City Clerk's Office Tammy McMinn Gina McBride <gina@mcbridefinancial.com> Monday, July 20, 2020 2:28 PM City Clerk Item 11, Appointment Two Members to Library 2020,LibraryAppointment,Council,July.docx Board of Trustees All Receive - Agenda Item # /1 For the Information of the: CITY COUNCIL Date/)) CA CC ‘• CM /- ACM DCM (3) -- Please see attached letter addressed to Mayor Hall and our City Council members, requesting re-appointment to Library Board of Trustees I would appreciate having the letter submitted for City Council meeting packet for July 21. This will be in lieu of making a phone call during the council meeting. Many thanks for your assistance....and please let me know if there any questions regarding this. Hope all of you there are safe and well! Warm regards, Gina McBride CAUTION: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. 1 Mayor Matt Hall City Council Members City of Carlsbad 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 RE: Item #11, Appointment Two Members to Library Board of Trustees City Council Agenda -July 21, 2020 Dear Honorable Mayor and City Council Members: I have been honored to serve as a City of Carlsbad Library Trustee and have appreciated the opportunity to be even more engaged with the Library and the City. My short term ends as of June and I would love to be considered for reappointment to serve a full term beginning at that time. This year has proven to be a more challenging time than we could have imagined, and I hope to continue to offer guidance and support to the Library in making decisions as we continue to go forth into unchartered waters. The Library has made incredible progress in meeting the challenges we are facing due to COVID 19 pandemic, and this progress will serve the library and the community so well as we go forth beyond this crisis. We are also experiencing a change in leadership as we bid a most fond farewell to our beloved Heather Pizzuto. We welcome new Library and Arts Director, Suzanne Smithson, who has a long history with the library as an outstanding leader and innovator. I have known Suzanne for many years and know she will be an excellent Director and offers a continuity which will serve the library well. It would be my pleasure to continue to work with her and offer my support. You have my resume and I would hope that my long experience in various positions around Carlsbad and within the City and the Library and, earlier, on the board of Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation will be useful and helpful going forward. I have been privileged to be the Library Board's representative to the Foundation and their board members were thrilled and grateful to present the check for $196,072 to the City from the Foundation's Endowment Accounts. I have enjoyed being re-engaged with the Foundation on behalf of the Board. I greatly appreciate your consideration of my request for reappointment to Carlsbad City Library Board of Trustees. Thank you for your continuing leadership, dedication and support for the City of Carlsbad and its citizens. I know this has been a very difficult time and each of you has definitely risen to the challenge!! Warm regards, Gina Payne McBride, CFP