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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 3.2 SB343 Citizen Of Year G, lo-6t) S8 343 Senate Bill 343 mandates supplemental materials that have been received by the City Clerk's office that relate to an agenda item after the agenda packets have been distributed to the City Council be available to the public. This document is also available in the City Clerk's office, the Dublin Library, and the City's Website. The attached document was received in the City Clerk's office after distribution of the February 19, 2008 City Council meeting agenda packet. G:\CC-MTGS\FORMS\SB 343 Form.doc Ol -1'1-08 :3. ~ City Clerk's Office MEMORANDUM DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: February 19,2008 City Council Caroline P. Soto , Deputy City Clerk 2007 YOUNG CITIZEN AND CITIZEN OF THE YEAR NOMINEES The following are the nominee names for Dublin's 2007 Young Citizen of the Year and Citizen of the Year. The nominations forms are also attached for these deserving nominees. Please include them as attachments for Item 3.2 in your February 19,2008 City Council Agenda Packet. Five nominations were received for Young Citizen of the Year: ., Lauren Banks . AsIan A. Brown . Matthew Spring . . Terrance Van Tuyl . Tanya Vucetic Two nominations were received for Citizen of the Year: . James Kohnen . Rich Guarienti We look forward to hearing the winners announced at the Volunteer Recognition Dinner on Friday, February 22, 2008! :cs Attachments DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL " THE GAEL FORCE" A California Distinguished School Z003, 1996, 1992, 1990 Carol Redden Shimizu, Principal Bill Branca, Assistant Principal Maureen Byrne, Dean.ofStudents Theresa Young, Dean of Students February 15, 2008 Dear Nominating Committee: I am pleased to take this opportunity to write a letter of recommendation on behalf of Lauren Banks.as the city of Dublin's Youth Citizen of the Year. Lauren has demonstrated the Dublin Pride Integrity in Action traits of positive attitude and responsibility. In her current capacity during the 2007-2008 school year as Student Body Secretary, she has done an outstanding job in helping to manage all aspects of our Student Leadership program. Lauren has been instrumental in facilitating successful pr~iects and events on a regular basis, she's helped to involve all segments of our school's student population, and spirit has soared. Lauren's commitment to excellence in Leadership she has carried over to all other aspects of her life. In the classroom, she has done an exceptional job by taking the most rigorous college-prep courses Dublin High has to offer, earning a position on the Principal's Honor roll every semester. Despite a busy schedule of Leadership and academics, Lauren has also been a very active volunteer on campus and in the community. She has served within CSF, Interact, the Leo Club, and MECCA, in addition to managing service projects for the American Cancer Society. Lauren is also an accomplished musician, she's a former state champion gymnast, and she currently excels on the Dublin High Swim Team. Professionally, Lauren has worked in sales for American Eagle and she also tutors several students. Most importantly, Lauren has demonstrated tremendous character, serving as a very positive role model on campus and earning respect and admiration from the staff and students of Dublin High. I am confident that the personal attributes that Lauren has demonstrated at Dublin High have helped prepare her to be very successful in college and in all of her future endeavors in life. It gives me great pleasure to write her a letter of recommendation. SinCo/ely, . f!~L~~~~ . I ~ Carol R. Shimizu / Principal 8151 Village Parkway Dublin, California 94568-1699 (925) 833-3300 - Fax (925) 833-3322 Nomination for James Kohnen Citizen of the Year Dr. James B. Kohnen is a retired Teacher~Engineer. He holds a BA, Biology from Ripon College; a Master of Science from St. Mary's College; a Doctor of Education from the University of San Francisco; he is a Colonel (Retired) in the Corps of Engineers, US Army Reserve. Jim was a Science Teacher at San Leandro High School and . Management Faculty at St. Mary's College & University of Phoenix. Jim moved with his family to Dublin in 1978 to work for Foremost McKesson. He also worked 14 years for FMC in San Jose. His first retirement job was teaching high school science for 8 years at San Leandro high school. He retired from teaching 2 years ago. When a need arises, Jim cheerfully volunteers to help. Jim truly posses the characteristics of the Dublin Pride- Intearitv in Action Proaram Characteristics: Responsibility, Respectfulness, Caring, Giving, Positive Attitude, Trustworthiness, Cooperation, Don' One's Best, Honesty and Self Discipline. The effect of Jim's work, leadership and commitment are evident throughout Dubiin: . President of the Aiameda County Mosquito Abatement District. f< A director of Zone 7. . Secretary of the Dublin Sister City organization and was part of the 12 member Delegation from Dublin that traveled to China in June 2007 to visit Dublin's new sister city, Jinhua. . Treasurer of the Tri Valley Democratic Club that meets at the IHEW union hall in Dublin. . President of the Tri VaHey Spokesmen - as in bicycle Jim enjoys riding his road bicycle . Treasurer for the Amador Valley League of Women Voters. . Readerllector for St Raymond's church in Dublin. In years past in Dublin Jim was active with the Boy Scouts. He served as District Commissioner and was awarded the Silver Beaver. Jim has given countless hours to so many Dublin organizations and has made a strong an impact on Dublin's community. Throughout the years, Jim has served Dublin on Boards and by providing leadership, but he is a down-to-earth, enthusiastic volunteer wherever the need arises, Jim will roll up his sleeves and get to work. Regulars to the Dublin Heritage Center recognize Jim as the friendly face that welcomes them to the First Saturday Family Workshops. This past year, Jim got to work and produced a first- class newsletter for the Dublin Historic Preservation Association. Nomination for Dublin 2007 "Citizen of the Year" Nominee: Mr. Rich Guarienti It is with great pleasure t!1at I nominate Rich Guarienti for The City of Dublin 2007 "Citizen of the Year". Rich is a passionate volunteer who is on the Dublin Parks and Community Services Commission, the Liaison to the Senior Center Advisory Committee, serves on the Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority, and is chairperson of the East Bay Regional Park District Advisory Committee. He is a tireless advocate for bike paths and walkways in Alameda County and links to other regional trails for us all to enjoy nature's beauty, and have fun...... while improving wellness and ov~rall fitness Rich was instrumental in gaining public access to the Alamo Creek Trail allowing all citizens to enjoy this amazing and wonderful walk. Showing creativity and responsibility, he developed and continues to sponsor, lead, and coordinate organized walks for senior citizens and others to meet, socialize, and enjoy the outdoors together in a friendly and rewarding environment, ...and lead a more healthy and active lifestyle. His efforts started small several years ago. And now, twice a week - Tuesday and Thursday - the Trail Trekkers & Path Wanderers, enjoy an hour ...up to a half day.... walking such venues as Dublin's Martin Canyon, Las Trampas and the Sunol Wilderness and also coastal venues in Marin and San Francisco. In 2007, his efforts resulted in over 100 walks and 3000 hours of trekking and wandering throughout the Bay Area. The program attracts tri-valley residents from other communities and senior centers, fostering many social connections and friendships. His Trail Trekkers program won the 2003 "Award of Excellence" from the California Parks and Recreation Society. Each month he publishes a list of the upcoming walks and communicates frequently by email and through the senior center and the website. Walks are aiways led by a volunteer guide, are fully described, mapped and assessed for safety and suitability. A brief is published and distributed with each walk, recommending appropriate clothing, weather precautions, food and refreshment suggestions, and the timing for the event. Respecting our planet, carpooling is used for travel to the trailheads. A complete naturalist and Park Patrol Volunteer, he describes plants, trees, wildlife, and unique geological and geographic features and history of the region. Caring and respecting all ....the walks encourage and accommodate diverse physical abilities, and with diverse cultures, and interests ... there are always active conversations along the trails, mixed with plenty of laughs and giggles. One of the most challenging goals of the senior center and our community is to provide the opportunity and means for people to escape loneliness and their homes, connect with people with common interests, and encourage wellness, discovery, mental stimulation and fun. Rich's positive attitude, persistence, and self-discipline have been instrumental in building and fostering a successful program that has consistently met this challenge head-on. The program continues to grow and spins-off more programs and connections at the senior center and elsewhere, and provides a meaningful and rewarding experience for many of our citizens. He has truly created a program that is the model for grassroots experiences that meet our core values. Beyond these walks and the direct benefits provided to specific groups, Rich's success in adding walking and biking paths throughout our region will directly benefit our children, grandchildren and generations for many years. Rich is truly a valuable community resource and Dublin's "Naturalist version of Glen the Guide". .... I encourage you to join Rich on one of his many adventures ...Guarienti will guarantee a good time. Marty Baron .1n~- Z/I'I/OY 2007 Young Citizen Of the Year Nomination AsIan Bro~ freshman at Dublin High School and maintaining a 4.0 GP A, was a recognized "Dublin PridelIntegrity in Action" quarterly award winner, April 2007, at Fallon Middle School for his services to the Fallon school community. During the summer of2007, he continued to demonstrate his Dublin Pride, as a volunteer in the Dublin Junior Leader Program from June- August. In September 2007, he was selected as a volunteer member of the Dublin Youth Advisory Committee (Y.A.C.) to assist in the plallning and execution of the City of Dublin sponsored youth activities for the 2007-2008 school year. Further, AsIan has provided volunteer services through the Dublin High School, Leadership Program since September 2007. These volunteer activities demonstrate his Dublin Pride commitment throughout 2007. AsIan's cumulative volunteer commitments have overlapped all of the Dublin Pride characteristics in the following ways: · Responsibility: His unwavering commitment with his time for each activity. (Example: Although participating on the Dublin High School Summer JV basketball league, he maintained his volunteer hours for the Junior Leadership Program around the practices and games.) e Respectfulness: Listening to and following the advice and suggestions of the adult and senior youth leaders in each program. (Example: The Y.A.C. leadership suggested youth participate at a special CbrisL."TIas Brunch at the Senior Cemer, he was one of two .A.C volunteers. .. Caring: His predominant involvement for the Dublin youth programs to provide wholesome alternatives for choices among the Dublin youth. (Example: Y.A.C. and the Junior Leadership Program and involved in the Halloween youth drive for food to feed the homeless and less fortunate.) · Positive Attitude: Sharing ideas and suggestions to the program leadership for program improvements. · Trustworthiness: AsIan could be counted on to attend each scheduled meeting and event. (He did not miss a Y.A.C. meeting or scheduled volunteer time for the lLP Youth program activities. ) · Cooperation: He was a willing problem solver as a member of the volunteer teams. (Through his High School Leadership Program, he has advertised the activities which the Y.A.C. has planned for High School youth.) · Doing One's Best: He has been singled out by his supervisors in the Dublin Junior Leaders Program for his consistent performance with the youth participants. · Honesty: Being truthful to the program leadership about his strengths and weaknesses for his personal improvement. · Self-Discipline: Unyielding in his commitment to the programs and special projects. .A..slan has been a consistent participant in several volunteer programs which predominantly serve the youth in the City of Dublin communities. His time and scheduled commitments required planning fu'1d dedication to continue his academic performance as a 4.0 GP A student while also, as a freshman, acclimating to the High School environment and participating on the Freshmen Basketball Team. DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL " THE GAEL FORCE" A California Distinguished School 2003, 1996, 1992, 1990 Carol Redden Shimizu, Principal Bill Branca, Assistant Principal Maureen Byrne, Dean of Students Theresa Young, Dean of Students February 15,2008 Dear Nominating Committee: I want to take this opportunity to write a letter of recommendation on behalf of Matt Spring for the city of Dublin's Youth Citizen of the Year Award. Matt has a tremendous amount of moral character, demonstrating true leadership in both word and deed by the way he lives his life. He has become a role model that is widely respected by both students and staff. He demonstrates the Dublin Pride Integrity in Action character traits of responsibility and giving because he has successfully carried out many projects and is always giving of his time for our school and community. Beyond his personal attributes, Matt also has many noteworthy accomplishments. After doing an excellent job in his capacity as a class officer for three consecutive years (his class raised more money than any other in school history), Matt has excelled during the 2007-2008 school year in his current role as Student Body President. He has been instrumental in planning and implementing virtually all activities on campus this year, consistently demonstrating a high level of dedication, passion, dependability, and creativity. Due to his leadership, Matt has empowered and involved more students than ever, leading to very successful campus activities and soaring pride and school spirit. In addition, Matt was also elected for the 2006-2007 school year to serve as the Student Representative to the Dublin Unified School District's Board of Trustees, where he did an excellent job representing the district's 5,500 students on important matters related to student achievement. Matt's excellent work on the school board garnered the attention of both State Senator Tom Torlakson and State Assemblyman Mark DeSaulnier. Since serving on the school board, Matt has volunteered for both state representatives, and was appointed by the Mayor to serve on the city' s Youth Advisory Council. Matt has also been an important contributor during the,last two years to serve as News Editor for the Dublin High School newspaper, and plays a vital role in his church youth group as well as several campus organizations. Matt has been able to accomplish all of this despite taking one of the most rigorous college-prep courses Dublin High has to offer. I am confident that due to Matt's valuable experiences and personal attributes, that he will be very successful in college and in all of his future endeavors in life. I am pleased to write him a letter of recommendation. Sincerely, /:,7 Ii {[2'~~~t0L'1~ I~-- L-/v\../ v . v Ii I " " (\ J \ Carol R Shimizu Principal 8151 Vtliage Parkway Dublin, California 94568-1699 (925) 833-3300 - Fax (925) 833-3322 Young Citizen of the Year Nomination I would like to nominate the remarkable Terrance Van Tuyl. Terrance is a second grader at Dougherty Elementary School in Dublin and in late September rode his bicycle 40 miles in the Multiple Sclerosis Waves to Wine tour in Sonoma County. Terrance completed the tour in less than 5 hours. The tour included two rest stops with a total riding time of 3 hours 37 minutes. He rode with a great attitude, always striving to do his best': He also reached his fundraising goal of $500 dollars helping his team raise close to $3000. Terrance is ready to ride again next year and is an inspiration to all who know him. He has recruited other children to ride with him next year and is already training them for the big event. Not only has this event raised awareness of how serious Multiple Sclerosis is for Terrance and his family, it has brought awareness to those who know him. This alone is a great accomolishment when other second araders learn of one of life's serious i - diseases and how they toc can make a difference in the world. I hiahiv .. _.; , recommend Terrance Van Tuy! as Dublin's Young Cit~zen of the Year. Thank you for your consideration. DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL " THE GAEL FORCE" A California Distinguished School 2003, 1996, 1992, 1990 Carol Redden Shimizu, Principal Bill Branca, Assistant Principal Maureen Byrne, Dean of Students Theresa Young, Dean of Students February 15,2008 Dear Nominating Committee: I am pleased to take this opportunity to write a.letter of recommendation on behalf of Tanya Vucetic as the city of Dublin's Youth Citizen of the Year. Tanya's dynamic leadership skills have allowed her to become one of the only students in the history of Dublin High School to be elected all four years as a class officer, serving as Freshmen Class Secretary, Sophomore Class President, Junior Class Vice-President, and Senior Class President. In her capacity as a class officer over the past four years she has done an outstanding job, raising more money than any class has ever raised in the school's history. Tanya has also been instrumental in facilitating successful projects and events on a regular basis and has involved more students in class activities than any other class in recent memory. Tanya"s commitment to excellence in Leadership she has carried overto all other aspects of her life. In the classroom, she has done arl exceptional job by taking the most rigorous college-prep courses Dublin High has to offer. Currently, Tanya is in the top 1 % of her graduating class in terms of her grade point averages in her class, earning well over a 4.0. Tanya has been able to maintain all of this despite working over 20 hours a week at Amici's Pizzeria in Dublin for nearly three years. She has defInitely lived up to the Dublin Pride - Integrity in Action traits of self-discipline and doing your best. Despite a busy schedule of Leadership, academics, and work, Tanya has also been a very active volunteer on campus and in the community. She is currently a member of CSF, MECCA, Social Justice, Interact, and the French Club. Tanya also serves as an AVID tutor, is an accomplished musician, and has excelled at swimming, volleyball, and tennis. Most importantly, Tanya has demonstrated tremendous character, serving as a very positive role model on campus and earning respect and admiration from the staff and students of Dublin High. I am confident that the personal attributes that Tanya has demonstrated at Dublin High have helped prepare her to be very successful in college and in all of her future endeavors in life. It gives me great pleasure to write her a letter of recommendation. Sincerely'~ Carol R Shimizu Principal 815 I Village Parkway Dublin, California 94568-1699 (925) 833-3300 - Fax (925) 833-3322