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Item 8.3 - 2657 Appointment of Alternate Commissioners
Page 1 of 2 STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL DATE: May 21, 2019 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager SUBJECT: Appointment of Alternate Commissioners Prepared by: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will consider the Mayor’s recommendations for alternate appointments to the City’s Commissions and Committees. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Confirm the Mayor’s appointments to the various Commissions and Committees, or provide other appropriate direction. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None. DESCRIPTION: On January 8, 2019, the City Council approved the Mayor’s recommendations for appointments to the City’s Commissions and Committees (Attachment 1). On March 19, 2019, the City Council discussed the potential to appointment alternates to serve on the City’s Commissions and Committees (Attachment 2). The City Council ultimately approved the creation of alternate positions for each Commission and Committee. Mayor Haubert is recommending the appointment of the following individuals (applications included as Attachment 3): Planning Commission: Alternate 1: Catheryn Grier Alternate 2: Dawn Plants Parks & Community Services Commission: Alternate 1: Vimal Pannala Alternate 2: Kate Svyatets Page 2 of 2 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission: Alternate 1: Sawsam Wolski Human Services Commission: Alternate 1: Eddie Jo Mack Alternate 2: Nelia Soares Senior Citizen Center Advisory Committee: There are no alternates to be considered as the City Council appointed, on January 9, 2019, the entire SCAC applicant pool to fill the vacant SCAC positions. Staff will advertise for alternates following this decision by the City Council. If approved by the City Council, the alternates would begin their service on these Commissions and Committees at the first meeting to occur on or after July 1, 2019. STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE: None. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: N/A ATTACHMENTS: 1. January 8, 2019 Staff Report – Appointments (without applications) 2.March 19, 2019 Staff Report – Alternate Commissioners 3. Applications for Recommended Alternates 8.3 Packet Pg. 868 Page 1 of 3 STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL DATE: January 8, 2019 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager SUBJECT: Mayor’s Appointments to City Commissions and Committee Prepared by: Caroline P. Soto, City Clerk/Records Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Following the City of Dublin’s general municipal elections in November of even - numbered years, terms expire on five of the City’s Commissions and Committees. The number of openings, including three unscheduled vacancies, include: three on the Planning Commission, three on the Human Services Commission, three on the Parks & Community Services Commission, three on the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission; and four on the Senior Center Advisory Committee. New members will be sworn into office in early 2019. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Confirm the Mayor’s appointments to the various Commissions and Committee, or provide other appropriate direction. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None. DESCRIPTION: Following the City of Dublin’s general municipal elections in November of even- numbered years, terms expire on five of the City’s Commissions and Committees: Planning Commission, Human Services Commission, Parks & Community Services Commission, Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission, and Senior Center Advisory Committee. Page 2 of 3 PLANNING COMMISSION A total of 14 applications were received by the advertised deadline in response to three openings. Mayor Haubert recommends the re-appointment of Scott Mittan and the appointment of Janine Thalblum, each to four-year terms which expire in December 2022; and the appointment of Dawn Benson to a two-year term which expires in December 2020. HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION A total of seven applications were received by the advertised deadline in response to three openings. Mayor Haubert recommends the re-appointment of Ankita Sharma and Janet Songey, each to four-year terms which expire in December 2022; and the appointment of Candy Velasco, to a two-year term which expires in December 2020. PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION A total of six applications were received by the advertised deadline in response to three openings. Mayor Haubert recommends the re-appointment of Joe Washington, and the appointment of Sameer Hakim and Kristen Speck, each to four-year terms which expire in December 2022. HERITAGE & CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION A total of eight applications were received by the advertised deadline in response to three openings. Mayor Haubert recommends the re-appointment of Kathy Blackburn, and the appointment of Gina Gabriell and Steve Minniear, each to four-year terms which expire in December 2022. SENIOR CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE Four applications were received by the advertised deadline, in response to four openings. Mayor Haubert recommends the appointment of Christine Sevier, Michele Wayland and Susan Wood, each to four-year terms which expire in December 2022; and the appointment of Susan Miller to a term which expires in 2020. STRATEGIC INITIATIVE: None. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: Openings were advertised extensively within the community by: Placement on the City’s website with a link to either download or submit applications online; Posting of and application pick up at the Civic Center, Dublin Library and the Senior Center; Page 3 of 3 Informational letters and applications to the current members of Commissions and Committees whose terms were expiring this year and were eligible for re - appointment. Informational letters to the City’s Inside Dublin participants. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Applications ATTACHMENTS: 1. Applications Page 1 of 4 STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL DATE: March 19, 2019 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager SUBJECT: Report to City Council on Alternate Commissioner Model Prepared by: Tivonna Stern, Interim Assistant City Attorney EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: At the January 8, 2019 City Council meeting, the City Council requested that Staff bring back a report regarding the establishment of alternates on the various City commissions and committees, as well as a mechanism that would allow alternates to succeed to commission seats when a vacancy occurs. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report and provide Staff with further direction. FINANCIAL IMPACT: The financial impact will depend upon whether the City Council decides to move forward with establishing alternates on the City’s commissions and committees. Should the City Council wish to proceed, additional funding would need to be budgeted to cover the compensation of additional commissioners/committee members, as well as funding for training and technology equipment. DESCRIPTION: At its January 8, 2019 meeting, the City Council requested that Staff bring back a report regarding the establishment of alternates on the various City commissions and committees, as well as a mechanism for selecting alternates to fill unscheduled vacancies. The City’s commissions and committees consist of the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission, Human Services Commission, Parks and Community Services Commission, Planning Commission, Senior Center Advisory Committee, and Youth Advisory Committee. Staff is seeking direction on whether the City Council wishes to proceed with establishing alternates on the City’s commissions and committees and, if so, the possible ways in which the alternate structure could be set up. Page 2 of 4 Certain municipalities and other governmental entities in California appoint alternates to their commissions and committees. The form of the alternate model varies widely. In some cases, the alternate only attends when the pri ncipal is absent, and in other cases the alternate is expected to attend all of the meetings. In still other cases, the alternate participates in the discussion and deliberation but does not vote. In almost all cases, there is only one alternate. In the Tri-Valley, three of the four cities appoint alternates to commissions. The City of San Ramon, for example, appoints two alternates on its Economic Development Committee and two (one of which is vacant) on its Senior Advisory Committee. The Town of Danville’s municipal code reflects the city’s use of alternates on its Planning Commission, Parks and Leisure Services Commission, Arts Commission, Heritage Resource Commission, Design Review Board, [something is missing here.] The City of Pleasanton’s municipal code indicates that it appoints alternates to its Planning Commission, Housing Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Youth Commission, Library Commission, Civic Arts Commission, and Human Services Commission. Such persons are entitled to vote only in the event of an absence or conflict of interest and may also serve as a voting member on any commission subcommittee. Unlike regular commissioners, alternate commissioners for the City of Pleasanton are not subject to a limit in the number of years served. The City of Livermore does not appear to utilize an alternate system. Questions on Alternates and Structure There is no legal prohibition against the City establishing a model for utilizing alternates. The following includes several policy questions that the City Council would need to answer if the City Council is interested in creating alternates for commissions/committees. The answers to these questions will allow Staff to return at a future meeting with legislation implementing the City Council’s direction. 1. Is the City Council interested in establishing alternates for any or all of the commissions/committees? Yes/No The City Council could choose to appoint alternates to all commissions and committees or only to a subset. There are 4 commissions and 2 committees: Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission, Human Services Commission, Parks and Community Services Commission, Planning Commission, Senior Center Advisory Committee, and Youth Advisory Committee. The City Council may or may not believe that alternates are necessary and desirable for each of the commissions and committees. 2. If yes, what are the number of alternates and the terms desired? The City Council would need to decide if one or two alternates should be assigned to each commission or committee. For reasons discussed in a later section, the City Council may wish to have more than one alternate if it chooses to have alternates automatically assume vacant commission or committee seats. Page 3 of 4 3. Does the City Council want to require attendance at each meeting for alternate members? Yes/No The City Council could: 1) require the alternates to attend all meetings; or 2) only require alternates to attend a meeting upon being noticed of the absence of a sitting member. If alternates were required to attend all meetings, Staff would assume that they would be subject to the City Council policies governing unexcused absences, in which a commissioner/committee member vacates his or her seat if absent three times in any 12-month period. 4. Does the City Council want the alternates to play an “active” or “passive” role in the meeting when not sitting in for a regular member? An “active” role would entail alternate members sitting at the dais and fully participating in the discussions, but not voting. So as to prevent the risk of unintended Brown Act violations amongst a non -voting alternate and regular members, Staff would recommend that the commission treat alternate commissioners for the purposes of the Brown Act as if they were regular commissioners. Conversely, a “passive” role would require alternate members to sit in the audience, observe the meeting, but not participate. 5. Do you wish to compensate the alternate members? Yes/No Currently, regular commissioners/committee members are compensated. If yes, Staff recommends that the alternate be compensated as a regular member based on their meeting attendance. Unscheduled Vacancies The City Council also requested information on whether the alternate can automat ically assume the seat in the event of an unscheduled vacancy by a regular member. Ordinarily, when an unscheduled vacancy occurs on a commission or a committee, the City is required to post a notice of the vacancy at least 10 days prior to the vacancy being filled. The City Attorney advises that, so long as the appointment of the alternate specifically indicates that he or she would assume any vacancy on the commission or committee, there would be no unscheduled vacancy requiring a notification. There would, however, be an unscheduled vacancy in the alternate position that would be filled in the ordinary manner. Alternates automatically assuming vacant seats creates a further complication. Since the Committees and Commission have staggered terms, an alternate appointed to fill the remainder of a vacancy might serve more or less than the alternate term to which he or she was appointed. For example, if an alternate were appointed to a four -year term in 2018, and a vacancy occurred in a commission seat ending in 2024, the alternate would succeed to a seat that extended beyond the end of the alternate’s 2022 term. These situations could be avoided by appointing one alternate for the group of commissioners Page 4 of 4 with term ending in 2020 and another for the group with terms ending in 2022. Staff would therefore recommend two alternate positions should the City Council desire to have alternates automatically fill vacancies. Training, Cost, and Compensation Considerations If the City proceeds in adopting an alternate model, Staff recommends that alternate members be trained in the same manner as regular members (e.g. as to onboarding, conference registration and attendance, AB 1234 ethics training, and Brown Act training). Additionally, Staff would recommend alternates be equipped with the necessary technological infrastructure, such as laptops set -up with the requisite software and applications. Providing alternates with laptops equipped with licenses, as well as registering alternates for conferences and necessary training, would contribute to the cost of an alternate-incorporated model. Staff requests that the City Council to provide guidance on the above question(s) as to whether it would like to proceed with developing a process to appointment alternates and, if so, the structure of that model. Alternatively, the City Council could consider and provide direction on increasing the regular members on specific commissions or committees. STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE: N/A NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: N/A ATTACHMENTS: None. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NAME Catheryn Grier DATE November 16, 2018 ADDRESS PHONE # (CELL)k- (HOME) E-MAIL _ (WORK) !=. 4 1. Why are you interested in serving on the Planning Commission? I love the Dublin community. I think this is a great place to live and raise a family. I moved here in 2011 from Southern California because of all this city had to offer. I want to help shape the future of this community and to continue to make it a great place to live. 2. What is your knowledge of and experience in planning and zoning? I recently served on Dublin Unified School District's Community Review Committee (CRC) which was tasked with evaluating open parcels in the city for suitability for the future high school. As part of the CRC I learned about current/future development, constraints, etc. 3. Do you have any experience in urban design, architecture or landscaping? If yes, please describe your experience. I do not have professional experience in this area, but the look and livability of our community are so important to me. I have,lived in many communities in.California (Ontario, Alta Loma, Santa Maria, and Irvine) so I have a lot of ideas about what I think works and how a community can capitalize on some of its most important assets. 4. What experience, if any, do you have serving on boards, commissions or taskforces? Please explain. I have served as PFSO president at Dublin High School (2013 - 2016), DUSD's Community Review Committee (2017) , and a DPIE board. member (2016 to present). 5. What do you think are the major concerns of Dublin residents regarding the City's buildout? 'I think residents are most concerned about aesthetics, over- building, and traffic. They also worry that as our community grows it could impact the overall quality of our schools. 6. How do you feel about making a decision for the overall good of the community, but unpopular with some neighbors? I think it is part of the process and I have no problem with making a decision that could be unpopular. 7. What is the most important contribution you can make as a member of the Planning Commission? I believe my work in the public sector as a law enforcement agency manager has.made me a good decision -maker. I have an ability to study design and provide feedback. Community safety is important to me and I will have that in mind as I review projects. ter. SIGNATURE OCCUPATION Probation Manager Please return this completed form to: Caroline Soto, City Clerk, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568, or electronically to caroline.sotona,dublin.ca.gov by no later than Friday, November 16, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. Postmarks will not be accepted. From: Po�eolyacivicplus.corn To: Caroline .S.oro; Walfred Solorzano; Shari Jackman Subject: Online Form Submittal: Planning Commission Application Date: Thursday, September 27, 2018 3:24:20 PM Planning Commission Application Planning Commission Application Date (mm/dd/yy): 09/27/2018 Name: Dawn M. Plants Street Address: City, State Zip Code: Phone (home): Phone (work): Field not completed. Phone (cell): E-mail Address: Why are you interested I'm a 38 year Dublin resident, retiring from a 30 year career in in serving on the land development, infrastructure construction, and 9 years of Planning Commission? commercial property management experience in the Tri Valley area. I believe my experience from working in development, combined with my concern for Dublin's future development, would be in the best interest of our community. Of course being retired gives the spare time to fully participate in this role. What is your I have been a Construction Project Coordinator for 7 years, knowledge of and tracking both construction costs and entitlements. I have experience in Planning participated in large urban redevelopment projects, public and Zoning? outreach, traffic concerns, building improvements, researching and solving problems. I would like to learn Zoning in greater detail as part of this role. Do you have any I participated in the Callahan DeSilva Vallejo Waterfront experience in urban Redevelopment project for 3 years, prior to the project shut design, architecture or down, resulting from litigation by a local environmental coalition. landscaping? If yes, I worked for Hacienda Business Park co -developer Joe please describe your Callahan for 5 years. I'm very familiar with commercial architecture and signage from being a commercial property experience. manager for 9 years, as well as coordinating custom designed site signage for Stonebrae LP. the past 3 years. I drafted several multi -million dollar landscaping contracts for Stonebrae for our various individual housing projects we referred to as "Villages" in our massive infrastructure construction project. I also worked closely with our environmental mitigation consultants, regarding our project compliance needs, regarding landscaping, budgets and verification of completed tasks. I was the person who reviewed all project invoices and submitted for payment. I was responsible for audit and review of ALL project invoices and progress payments. I corrected invoices many times, saving the company thousands of dollars. I ordered water service connections for common area landscaping, and assisted the country club with seasonal landscaping selections. This gave me firsthand knowledge of the actual costs of both post and billboard signage, landscaping, hydro -seeding, weed abatement and stormwater pollution prevention programs (and reporting) as required by state regulations. What experience, If I have always worked on the development side of projects in any, do you have general, so my experience which would help with my personal serving on boards, "hear both sides" method of compromise and problem solving commissions or task I've practiced in my career for many years. forces? Please explain. What do you think are After many person conversations with my neighbors and other the major concerns of residents, I believe the main concerns of Dublin residents in Dublin residents 2018 are the traffic congestion, the urban sprawl in East regarding the City's Dublin, and the inadequate BART parking lot situation. build out? How do you feel about My decisions are made after complete and careful evaluation of making a decision for all variables and circumstances, including the resulting effect the overall good of the on the majority of residents. I have learned from years of community, but experience, you cannot please every person, or agree with unpopular with some every opinion. The focus should be a fair and reasonable neighbors? decision in the best interests of the majority of residents. I strongly believe this role is not a popularity contest, but is to enhance, protect and continue Dublin's future success. What is the most Contributing my experience in development and infrastructure important contribution construction would be good for those who are unfamiliar or you can make as a unaware of the many issues from the "private sector" to reach member of the the best possible solutions for Dublin as it continues to evolve Planning Commission? would be the one against wasting money or overspending, being very familiar with multi -million dollar construction costs and bids. On a personal note, I live alone with no children, have a spotless background, 850 credit score, and I'm also a licensed and bonded Notary Public in Alameda County (which required passing an FBI background check and Live Scan fingerprints). Application must be submitted by no later than Thursday, October 18, 2018, at 5:00 P.M. If you select "Submit," your application will be sent electronically to the City Clerk's office. If you'd like to retain a copy of your application, please choose "Submit and Print." After you click this button, you will be shown a page with your information provided. Please choose Print from your "File" navigation and then select "Continue." Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. 1 /3/2019 https://dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Pdnt/2723 j, Print Parks & Community Services Commission Application - Submission #2723 Date Submitted: 11/16/2018 Parks & Community Services Commission Application Date(mm/dd/yy):* 11 /16/2018 City, State Zip Code: Phone (home):* Phone (cell):* Phone (work): ._........ E-mail Address:* https://dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/PrinY2723 1/3 1 /3/2019 https:Hdublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Pr!nU2723 Why are you interested in serving on the Parks & Community Services Commission? I believe Parks & Community services department at the City of Dublin plays a very important part in the community by encouraging healthy lifesyles, encouraging community participation and celebration of our shared heritage, providing quality facilities for residents of all ages to enjoy and in bringing out the best of Dublin. There is a also a large number of part-time / summer employment opportunities provided for teenagers, coaches / teachers who help the community by imparting skills, entertaining and engaging them. I believe there is an opportunity to improve services further. by adding programs on weekends for busy parents and their children, and for others who are too busy to enjoy our parks & trails, and the generally wonderful weather in Dublin. I would also love to contribute to the development of the Don Biddle park and in updating the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. In what organizations are you currently a member? Please list. I work with Slalom Consulting, a management and IT strategy consulting firm. I was a member of the Computer History Museum and Monterey Bay Aquarium, and have contributed and donated to several worthy causes, including the Clean India Initiative, Second Harvest Food Bank, participated in the Cancer Prevention Study, and cooked and served in community kitchens for those who have failed on hard times. What knowledge do you have of the City -owned community facilities in Dublin, such as the Dublin Senior Center, Shannon Community Center or Dublin Swim Center? Have you or a family member rented facilities with the City of Dublin? _ I participated in the Inside Dublin program in Fall 2018 and attended all sessions and am very aware of all of City of Dublin's departments. I feel connected and more involved in the Parks & Community Services as my family is an active user of several programs and facilities. We have attended private events where City of Dublin facilities have been rented, but we are yet to rent any facility. My mother in-law has attended a program at Dublin Senior Center, and we live right behind Shannon Community Center where we have participated actively in a number of events. We have also been to the water park during summer of 2017 (apart from being to the natotorium twice a week through most of the last 2 years) What knowledge do you have of the programs offered through the Parks & Community Services Department? Have you or a family member participated in a program sponsored by the Department? My daughters 8 and 3 attend swimming classes at the Wave (1 have a lap swim pass) as well as a number of other recreational / skill development programs (my 8-year old will be going to her second Junior Warriors season this year). My 8- yeard old has been using the Dublin Elementary After School Recreation program efor over 2,5 years ago, and has attended classes at Shannon Community Center, Dublin Library, Stager Gymnasium, Edge Gymnastics (through the city), We eagerly await the Dublin Rec Guide each season and it is my responsibility to devour it to identify programs for the entire family. Are there additional park facilities and recreation programs needed by the community? Please describe. I think we can definitely have more programs - I would think our facilities are currently under-utilized, and as the population in Dublin grows while we will need a few more parks and other facilities, a lot of what will be needed is newer programs, and generally more opportunities to come out and enjoy those facilities. I understand Mape Memorial Park is being remodeled and an all abilities play structure is coming up on the Central Park - these are more of what I see happening even as parts fo the East side of Dublin will continue to be built out, necessitating additional parks. I like how the City of Dublin has been able to negotiate with the builders to build community parks as part of their developments or contribute to a fund - this will ensure adequate facilities even as the East side gets fully built out and get denser. hUps://dublin.ca,govIAdmin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/2723 2/3 1 /3/2019 https://dublin, ca,gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/2723 How do you feel about user fees for recreation programs and park/facility reservations? I believe the user fees are appropriate, and below some of the other facilities (such as swimming class fees at Wave are comparatively lower than those at American Swim Academy - and that Is good) and competitive in many ways. I understand residents can be price -sensitive to some services, and a balance has to be found where pricing is appropriate, but also leads to adequate usage of the available facilities. There maybe some merit In exploring seasonal / demand -based pricing which would allow for cost recovery of facilities as well as allow residents to pay less at off-peak hours / days / seasons. I believe many programs are priced appropriately, but some don't find enough patrons and get cancelled (we have had a class or two cancelled in Shannon Community Center) and at the same time we find not enough classes to engage our kids on weekends so there is an opportunity to sweat the assets that have been created more and hopefully lead to a virtuous cycle of better utilization / lower costs. How do you feel about making a decision for the overall good of the community but unpopular with neighbors, residents or organizations? My work experience requires me to make such decisions practically on a daily basis where some decisions are necessary but not always popular. I definitely feel a balance between the demands of development versus a sense of community / open areas needs to be made. While some residents can be passionate about certain ideas and demands, I believe almost everyone is open to reason and a respectful dialogue can be enabled to ensure everybody is heard, and the right decisions that best meet community needs can be made / recommended to the City Council, What is the most important contribution you can make as a member of the Parks & Community Services Commission? I believe as an MBA with financial training I understand the financial implications of certain choices that the parks & community services commission maybe called upon to make, and how that could affect the overall health of the local government. I also understand the information technology space and the power of social networks in driving community involvment, local participation and for the city to show up to the programs, events and fantastic facilities created for them. I hope to involve more people in community events and increase utilization of our facilities - I also hope that will lead to additional programs thatcan be offered to the community. I believe the Parks & Recreation Master Plan will likely be updated over the next couple of years, and as an executive Involved in building strategic roadmaps and enabling people to look at the future and embrace It, I will be effective, conscientious and active member of the Parks & Community Services commission. Application must be submitted by no later than Friday, November 16, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. If you select "Submit," your application will be sent electronically to the City Clerk's office. If you'd like to retain a copy of your application, please choose "Submit and Print." After you click this button, you will be shown a page with your information provided. Please choose Print from your "File" navigation and then select "Continue." haps://dublin.ca,gov/AdminIFormCenter/Submissions/Print/2723 313 1 /3/2019 https://dublin.ca.gov/AdmIn/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/26b2 Print Parks & Community Services Commission Application - Submission #2602 Date Submitted: 10/24/2018 Parks & Community Services Commission Application Date(mm/dd/yy):* 10/24/18 Name:* Kate Svyatets Street Address:* City, State Zip Code: Phone (home):* Phone (cell):* Phone (work): E-mail Address:* .https:/Idublin.ca.gov/Adman/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/2602 1/3 1 /3/2019 https-//dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/PNnt/2602 Why are you interested in serving on the Parks & Community Services Commission? Since earning my Bachelor of Science in International Management and then Ph D, in Politics and International Relations, I have acquired in total more than a decade of experience in multicultural and highly collaborative work environments, advancing sustainable economic development, environmental health, climate change, and clean energy. A major aspect of all my activities at the University of Southern California has been an outreach to relevant governments and Institutions in order to Increase the campus sustainability and professional opportunities for students and faculty. In my courses "Environmental Law and Policy"; "Economics for Natural Resources and the Environment," and "Environmental Issues in Society," I focused on global health implications, climate change mitigation and adaptation, renewable energy, sustainable future, green buildings, and green transportation. To make the USC campus more sustainable, I have served on the USC Academic Senate Sustainability Committee and the USC Research, Policies, and Documentation Caucus, which have been a perfect venue for me to influence USC's technology and business practices and policies. For example, I participated in the design and management of the strategies for sustainability activities and disseminating ]earnings across leading universities in California under the USC Sustainability 2020 Plan. My daily activities involve successfully communicating, presenting, and educating diverse audiences, from small groups to large groups of over 100 people. In what organizations are you currently a member? Please list. The Association of Environmental Professionals; the Association for Environmental Studies and Sciences; the International Studies Association (ISA); APSA (American Political Science Association) What knowledge do you have of the City -owned community facilities in Dublin, such as the Dublin Senior Center, Shannon Community Center. or Dublin Swim Center? Have you or a family member rented facilities with the City of Dublin? My family and I are regular users of the Shannon Community Center and the Dublin Swim Center. We have not personally used the Dublin Senior Center, but I strongly believe in its vital importance for the community. Providing such services to the community as creative crafts and arts classes; fitness and healthy living classes; games; language and computer workshops; music and dance classes makes our community more vibrant and much healthier, bringing tangible economic benefits for the society. What knowledge do you have of the programs offered through the Parks & Community Services Department? Have you or a family member participated in a program sponsored by the Department? I have been a resident of Dublin, CA since 2015, and I have an extensive knowledge of the programs offered by the Parks and . Community Services Department. My family and I are regular users of parks and trails for hiking and exercise. We attend and participate in festivals, such as the Harvest Fair, Splatter, and St. Patrick's Day festivities; and we shop at the farmer's market. Are there additional park facilities and recreation programs needed by the community? Please describe. __.._.- --.._.... .- ... - ... _....... ------- We could .. have .._..._so..me more activities in the parks for adults, such as "Zumba in the Parks," or "Tai-Chi in the Park," etc., in which the residents can join on a walk-in basis and pay a fee (e.g. $10) on the spot. We could also add to the after -school programs, in which kids can play and socialize. Also, we could introduce more environmental programs, such as we could do creek clean-ups more often, also workshops for healthy eating, animal compassion, reducing one's carbon footprint, etc. I myself could lead some of these workshops. How do you feel about user fees for recreation programs and park/facility reservations? I think that modest user fees are very beneficial both for the community and for the city agencies. Fees make people more responsible and help offset the cost and to offer more programs. https://dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/2602 2/3 1/3/2019 https://dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/SubmissionsiPrint/2602 How do you feel about making a decision for the overall good of the community but unpopular with neighbors, residents or organizations? Decisions for the overall good of the community but unpopular with neighbors, residents or organizations will often have to be made when necessary, We can use more data, facts, and testimonials from other communities in which such decisions had been already Implemented, to show that long-term the benefits will exceed the cost. I have an experience in such data collection and presenting, especially on such (initially unpopular) topics as pollution reduction, climate change mitigation, etc. Later on, such topics become widely accepted by the communities, after the initial period of resistance. What is the most important contribution you can make as a member of the Parks & Community Services Commission? As a scholar, educator, and an environmental activist, I would love to bring my knowledge•of the environment, human health, and social relations, coupled with my public speaking skills and community outreach expertise. I have a Ph.D. and experience both in the private, sector and the academia, and my extensive volunteering activities have been driven by my passion for human health and the environment. Application must be submitted by no later than Friday, November 16, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. If you select "Submit," your application will be sent electronically to the City Clerk's office. If you'd like to retain a copy of your application, please choose "Submit and Print." After you click this button, you will be shown a page with your information provided. Please choose Print from your "File" navigation and then select "Continue." https://dublin.ca,gov/AdminiFormCenter/Submissions/PrinU2602 '3/3 1 /3/2019 https://dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Phnt/2713 Print Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission Application - Submission #2713 Date Submitted: 11/15/2018 Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission Application sawsan J wolski Street Address:* City, State Zipcode: Phone (home):* Phone (cell):* Phone (work): ■ E-mail Address:* i https://dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/2713 1/3 1/3/2019 https:/Idublln.ca,gov/Admin/Form0enter/Submissions/PrinU2713 Why are you interested in serving on the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission? ---- ................ ............-------...._..._._...... ..... _ I am Interested because I think I have the time, knowledge and experience to add to the commission. Please list any current or recent membership in arts, culture or heritage organizations. Chicago Art Institute Alumni association ACCI Berkeley California Museum of Oakland De Young Museum Legion of Honor museum The Art Institute Chicago Field Museum Chicago What experience do you have serving on advisory committees, task forces, boards or commissions? _._.__... _............... . ----- In Dublin, I have served on the first Downtown task force. Served on DPIE board . What education, training or experience do you have in cultural arts or heritage? have two degrees in art and design. An exhibited artist. Owner of The Frame Company List the artistic, cultural, and/or historic activities in which you have participated (particularly within the City of Dublin). — _...---... --------------- ... .......... __............. ........--------- 1 have owned ( The Frame Company) for 23 years and it has been the only place in Dublin where artist get together for shows, classes and art events. What aspect of Dublin's heritage do you feel is most important to preserve and why? I feel the past in Dublin is well preserved , The question in hand Is how to bring our heritage with our current expansion in physical space and diversity ? We have a great opportunity and responsibility for our city and our citizens to create a healthy bridge. What knowledge do you have of public art and public art programs in Dublin? _........... .... ._......__._._.. _.....-._.------- --- _....... -- - -- ------ - — Living in the city all these years I saw all the art that installed in our city, most of it well received and we have few that are a miss but overall we have a great selection on public art. if faced with a controversial decision, how would you determine what is in the best interest of the community? As an artist and a business women, working with public, I know how to sperate my self from a project and keep an eye open and the mind flexible to be able to always see the. bigger picture. https:/Idublin.ca,gov/Admin/FormCenterlSubmissions/PrinV2713 2/3 1 /3/2014 https://dublin.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/271.3 What is the most important contribution you feel you can make as a member of the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission? _._._.... ... _..... .__ — _ ......._.._.. --- Being a transplant from the big city of Chicago to the city of Dublin was an eye opener, I see the beauty in both and always wanted to have an opportunity to be part of the city of Dublin to preserve and protect and enhance the beauty that we have, Please describe any experience you have as an arts grant -maker or grant -seeker. I have no experience in grant- making or seeking. I know I am a fast learner. Application must be submitted by no later than Friday, November 16, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. If you select "Submit," your application will be sent electronically to the City Clerk's office. If you'd like to retain a copy of your application, please choose "Submit and Print." After you click this button, you will be shown a, page with your information provided. Please choose Print from your "File" navigation and then select "Continue." https:/Idublin.ca,gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/2713 3/3 5,d3JGN`dW All HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Nnana :ia •-uI:) APPLICATION BIOZ 91 AON NAME ICJ/� rJr� %(/�G1� DATE 11/7A? PHONE # (CELL) (HOME) (WORK) E_MAR 1. Why are you interested in serving on the Human Services Commission? T n C , o R..-Jd. F ?v fJ Cl AJI' > Sv ,M C- a 7% 9 C l 2, What knowledge do you have. of the human services offered in Dublin. and the Tri-Valley? Have you or a family member participated, in a local program? j Ala -�✓e lKe a Gr e 9�� ,moo e62dr�S h . 3. What do you think are the major concerns/challenges of Dublin residents regarding human services programs? Please describe. AAIJ 1-f,:�12d e d !P/e- 4. Briefly summarize your participation in civic or community activities/groups. f',ir, (qE��t� �C �14111 �i,• , V 5. How do you feel about making a decision for the overall good of the community that may be unpopular with neighbors, residents or organizations? A-*2 r e- S -e .t + A- ©f %A l� 6. What is the most important contribution you can make as a member of the Human Services Commission? I a yes F, e i d eJ, L)� J 1 c cry 1 N NL �-N y A-rZ eA S; �f� C �`t ��i - f//a //may �d /ems i,2 e /7L d, r t- - �t, � � I =eJ (00 d ^ d 2' l �10SE? �G9 O �,4---✓� ��.SS, 7. What experience do you have in seeking grants or reviewing grant applications? SIGNATURE OCCUPATION Please return 'this completed form to: ' Caroline Soto, -City Clerk, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568, or electronically to caroline.soto(Wublin.ca.LYoy by no later than Wednesday May 9, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. Postmarks will not be accepted. 1/3/2nio Print Human Services Commission Application 'Submission #2638 Date Submittmd:i0/28/201O Human Services Commission Application Data : 10/26/18 Name: �NoUuGoonm Street Address: -----------City, State, Zip: — | � i ' | . / Phone (cell):* Phone (work): / J � E-mail:* 1/3 1 /3/2019 https://dubiln.ca.gov/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/PrinU2638 Why are you interested in serving on the Human Services Commission? ._..._.__....._..--- _-_._._..--......_.._..._.._.. _...... ..... _._..._:....__.. I am interested in serving on the Human Services Commission because I care about the health of our community. I have been a Dublin resident for over 25 years, I've seen the city grow and I can offer my expertise in community health and healthcare operations. What knowledge do you have of the human services offered in Dublin and the Tri-Valley? Have you or a family member participated in a local program? I know about the local health fairs, the hospitals, emergency rooms, urgent cares, and trauma centers in the Tri-Valley. My grandmother used to live in the Dublin Senior Center apartments, she has used some of the services provided. What do you think are the major concernslchallenges of Dublin residents regarding human services programs? Please describe. Some things that concern me is that there is a disconnect, many people don't know about the services that are being offered and they often go without help because of lack of knowledge, I think it's important to keep the hospitals and clinics in the area in the loop with any Dublin resources for example: like transportation for seniors, or affordable housing or exercise programs in the area. Briefly summarize your participation In civic or community activities/groups, _ ... --- - --------- _ . --- --— I have participated in health fairs including some at the senior center, I have been involved in community outreach for my employer Kaiser Permanente. I have participated in the yearly St. Patricks Day Parades, and the See Dub Run Event and local fitness events in Dublin. How do you feel about making a decision for the overall good of the community that may be unpopular with neighbors, residents or organizations? If it helps the overall health of the community I am okay with making big decisions. What is the most Important contribution you can make as a member of the Human Services Commission? --......... ....... ...... -- — -- I have many Ideas since I am a Dublin resident, and I work In the health care Industry particularly community health at the moment. I am also heavily involved in the health and fitness programs in Dublin. I feel like I can bring the community together, I do feel like Dublin lacks a lot of community Involvement compared to our other tri-valley cities. I would love the opportunity to help build community in Dublin. What experience do you have in seeking grants or reviewing grant applications? I review grants as a part of my current role at Kaiser Permanente. Application must be submitted by no later than Friday, November 16, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. If you select, "Submit," your application will be sent electronically to the City Clerk's office. if you'd like to retain a copy of your application, please choose "Submit and Print." After you click this button, you will be shown a page with your information provided. Please choose "Print" from your file navigation and then select "Continue." https://dublin.ca.goviAdmin/FormCenter/Submissions/PrinU2638 2/3