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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4A-AxelrodApplication H ' ~!~ a 'l'`y ~ L U ` ~ ~ o _. - r ~ re"e. S o ~ l..-I ~ ~v ~~ 2~Ve( ~ `~ - ~ ~'ity ® I'e~al uar C'aflaf®~°i ~ b~ ~~ cL . City Board; Commission grid Committee App c~t~orlU t. ~, a .... .. . - ... ~ ,: jss-_ ~ . -_ ~9i - _.:. ,. ~ ~ ~ ~' Instructions: U se this form to a pply, to s erne on a, ny~o f the C ity o f P etaluma, C alifornia~~- ~'~ ~b Commissions, or Committees. Please fill. o ut the form completely. If a q uestion does not p pply, type or ;write N~/A in the spgce pro~id ed. When .completed, .please forward to the Ci ty Clerk's O ffice City o f Petaluma, 1 English Street, Petaluma; CA 94:952. A11 applications are reviewed by the City Council. ~~ ~. ~. _ - - - ~ _ '_ - - ;, . _ _. .- ~" ,- ~Name ~ ~ - . _ ,, ., Erin Axelrod ~, HomeVAddr`ess, City,, State and Zip Code: - _ ~ - 52'2 East D St Petaluma., CA 94952 _ ,, . do` ou w,'ant~'this Home.°Phone (tf.dppointed y _ number toybe`;available to the public2J'., ~. ~ ~ - ~ - - _ aWork Phone R, .. .: ~ ,, _ - ,. ~,. o e ^ :YES ~~~ iV0 (707) .762-4125 ,('707) 332-1967 .. r ~ ~ - t, ~' - E 'Mail (If appointed do3you want this address o ~~ _ _ FAX ~ ~ -~ ~ - - - ~=' _ `~ •- ~ ~be a~ailab'le~ to the'public~ YES' ^~:~`NO ~~~~~ ~, _~~ ( ) - ecinaxelrod@,gmail.com Planning Commission *Note: ~To~ serve: qn the Senior Advisory Committee, yo'u must: be :age 55 or .above. . _ ~ _ _ ~ , Have you attended a m_eetmg of"this - Have you served3on~mteniewed, or applied for ~_ body ~ 2 ~ ~~ ,~ this body~~preyiously ~'~ ~ " - ,k~ - _ ~. YES. ~ NO .^ YE$ .~ NO Axelrod, Erin a! .. - „ . ~ ~, ,. E Present E'rnployer . ~ - -~ ~ . ~ .. ~ - - s' -'3 -:~ Green String Farm N/A .. - .~ aCivic or Charitable Organization to which;you=have bel'onged,ePosrtion/Off_ice Held, and' :.- .'- .. 'Dates:' ~ - _ ••, - ~, ,- Daily Acts, Petaluma CA Community Organizing Intern and Volunteer Summer `08-present ,r a What :Specicil Interests%Skills/Talentswould.you bang fo this~Board Commission, or Committee?, ., y a M - - ., - Experience with.. public speaking and leadership roles Background. in•urban studies and ecological design ;(,perm;acuiture) Familiarity with GIS~,mapping software o~ ~. - .. ' _ ;College; Professional; Vocational Schools,Attended (;Mafor~'Sub~ect, Dates, Degree/Date) "~' Barnard College, Columbia University .Urban Studies September 2:005-May, 20.0.9.. Bachelor of arts received May 2.009 .. __ _ _ _ . ~_ - F ,. ~ _ ~ - _ .. ~ - Speccl Awards or,°:Rec`ognrtion Rejceived ~ ~ - ~- ° ~ - , - .r r_ - ,. _ _ ~ _ N/A ;Please~state'`reaso`ns why ,you :wcint' fo become a member ;of thisuBoard Commission or ~ _: .. -Cornrnittee, !includng whatspecific= objectives' you would be%working:a#oward7as a member of: ~:. "this advisory body: .•.. .. ` : ~ . . A ~ . : ' -. The general plan .ou'tlin:es~ a distinct intention to provide for the needs of subsequent generations of'Petaluma citizens; yet in order to do this there must be a diversity of'.age gr..oups represented: in city government. Cross- generationai interactions cultivate a range of viewpoints leading to mutual understanding throughout our community: I will voice the .concerns of students and young adults drawn to Petaluma for its ideal location:, proximity to outdoor recreation opportunities,. and high quality .of life. Providing for their concerns is critical for.the health ~of the entire community. Y. Is' there any~other ,nformat~on~'that you feel would bep useful ;to the° City ;Council in rev~evcing ,your applicdtiori~ ~ ~ _ - _ ~ -. ~ ~ _ _ „ . _ s , ~ ~. My' flexible. work 'sch:edule offers me ample time to perform duties thoroughly. I,am~ cornrni'tted to serving in a pgsi ive -and productive manner, and would greatly appreciate th'e opportunity tointerview :for this position, I am equipped to: contribute in original ways, bringing a fresh .persp:ective to the conversations . around srna,rt growth, economic development, and municipal policy that face Petaluma now. and in the future. a3 :. ~ - ArejF o~u associated ~wi#h~an Or arzation/Ern to ment that mi ht be;~deemed a conflict of - ' Y . Y : 9 ~ ~~_ ~ P Y .~ 9, interest in performing your duties rf"appointed'fo this.posit~on~' :_~ ~ - YES ~ NCQ _ ~ ,. ~_. ; . - , >. - ~ - .: ~_ - .. :If,yes,.~please~state;nameof.Organization/Employment _ _ _~ - - ~. Revised August l2, 2008 ail ~r..ca re?, ..v. r.~m~nPd2e'1"i.i~acivvnn,.eSv 'rn:ma !" ~f6ra of i.ra [^:iv f"i'n•4° 7 7 Cr;;nS:h CFiao2 PaSnh cmn C~6 rdE~ST Ncmc:r .. _ _ _ _ p Q _ Erin.. Axelrod" • - - --a - - _ _ - .~ .. i'lornc"'vddre~s.:Ldy, Stcte, L9}~ s - 522. East D' St Petaluma, CA .94952 hlarnc;~rn.~ne` . _ ~ ~ ~ , ~, : : , ' ,?~Nnrk hhar e. _t - _ - 707:762.4:125~ ' 707.332.1.967 :i'e~;se ~an~aif aa~ type ytaur •canwcrs fc tfasa faNtawn~ •q~.re•stians urtCi sut3.nix to :star: C,Py G'tcatc''s dJf'ice. Yvv aaavy suJrltf r~:iui)t';~naf ~~as•ets.: rf'rlecessc~~j. fa ec~aacdeJc ycalr uns'.vers. a ~ ,. itcivc yrav attenocd cn of thi~ follavviri •~n~eefiri s2 , v s s - . ~ _ ... .: ~~ = , ,• ~. _ Yton:af:~g Cc;tint(ssian >jricri6ai~3n Sc=_sicn ~ YES p5d ~v;) Dc t c: ~(an:dakg C:cmrrussian ~„eeci:ag ©Y~S ,~ NO Ucic: srh©c Cc ycu 13iirk qualifies ~ycii to sGrvG'on the 1=lanr•V,,g.Gc~nrr~Issicr~2 y Please see attached' sheets for responses to questions. as hat do you think qualifies you to serve on. the Planning Commission? I have firsthand experience of contemporary urban issues and.solutions in New York City; where I completed my undergraduate education at Columbia University. Additionally; I .have studied: internationally in Curitiba, Brazil, a city acclaimed for~its ecological design, effective, transportation solutions, and overate high quality of life. I have also studied urban planning in Cape Town, South Africa, Auckland;.New Zealand, and Sao Paolo, Brazil: I have attended city council meetings and' spent numerous. volunteer hours with local. Petaluma organizations. Stemming from my-local and global experiences, I am committed to sharing my interest in urban planning concepts and my passion for exploring the best possible urban policies for the future of Petaluma. What do you see as the best solutions, both long and short term, for economic development in Petaluma? Economic.development=d'epends on two things: the production and sale of material goods, and. the rriaintenance of high levels of social capital (including a diverse array of skills and professions). Petaluma must;continue to encourage.retail to fill existing gaps. This will prevent leakage to outlying;areaS, ameliorate traffic congestion within and around the city of Petal"uma, and' generate'new .ecgnomis activity. Additionally, to compensate for budgetary obstacles; Petaluma must formulate private and public partnerships to harness previously untapped :financial resources'. Policies musYbe implemented to make good use. of taxpayer's dollars, including utilizing existing nonprofit organizations and "municipal service agencies to execute intentions outlined in the General Plan. Imagine yourself as a visitor to Petaluma. What do you see physically, economically, and environmentally as you walk:around town? Key landmarks (they Petaluma River and historic. grain elevators) ground Petaluma in its rich agricultural heritage:: Historic signage (the Ghrardelli and Hatchery signs) and stunning:architecture contributeao the aesthetic and welcoming.environmentof downtown, which is further enlivened by the pedestrian-friendly downtown streets. At first glance, visitors notice the`warmth of the community; geta sense of the flourishing cultural life and.are offered'an array of dining, entertainment, and recreational options-a boon to visitors and residents alike. The General .Plan.(Plan) is the guiding document and vision for the City. How would you interpret the pot-ides and goals articulated in the plan? How flexible would you be and would you.feel comfortable not approving specific land uses allowed in the Plan? The,GenerahPlan emphasizes Petaluma's advantageous location and the city's connecton.to the,greater'bay area. It highlights the :importance of tourism, strengthening our local economy, and preserving Petaluma's ,character by enacting smart growth. policies. The plan acts, as an essential .guide, .leading decision-makers towards ,policies that 6enefit.dll citizens, yet it should riot 6e used to: produce cookie-cutter solutions. Tailoring land-use deci"lions on a ease-by-case basis (considering the•specfic advantages and challenges of individual proposals) is critical to creating appropriate urban' pianiing~ decisions: ~~ he growth management system has been an element of the development process in Petaluma since .1972, and an -Urban Growth Boundary was adopted in :1998 to control the physical growth of Petaluma. With these two major policies in mind, and given the pressure for.ongoing :growth during the next decade or so, what two or three policies and programs would you. promote to protect the historic, cultural, and physical aspects of Petaluma? Thee policies that regulate urban growth in Petaluma,have made our city a national leader for innovative, healthy,, and sustainable urban p9liey precedents. Educating. citizens to consider the benefits. of managing urban. development will keep .residents engaged in issues of sustainable growth. Through nfill~ policies and regionalism, municipal policy can continue to keep urban growth under control and reduce`the tendency for sprawl. How would you address current and future flooding issues for Petaluma? Floodplains must'be regulated by limiting development;near and around waterways, controlling erosion; and surveying aril monitoring the:drainage capacity of the surrounding soil. Soil .amendments can increase the water holding capacity of soils. Creative and ow-cost solutions to increase the absorptive-qualities of flood-prone regions can mitigate potential damage to homes and commercial buildings, while promoting ecological health and. recharging' our underground. aquifers: How would you address current aid future traffic congestion in Petaluma? Rolicies that support and. expand the walkability and' bikeability of Petaluma are key to reducing traffic congestion; especially during`warm weather. The advent. of social networking tools can also. provide untapped resources to facilitate ease of carpooling, spread awareness about the importance of reducingtransport°miles; and expand awareness of biking and walking paths. Finally, providing sufficient and proximate general retail outlets~for all resident needs is critical to reducing automobile traffic. What infill policies do you think should be adopted in Fight of the Urban Growth Boundary passed by the voters? Infill has th_e potential to be an economically viableoption. Wherever possible, the city should adopt, a policy of reuse and revitalization to save money, preserve architectural heritage, ;and provide affordable housing. ,.i Signature ~~.d-~ Zq Date a~ ~ Axelrod X22 East D Sf eruiaxelrod~alum.barnard.edu Petahuna_.CA 9492„ ~ (707) 332-L967 EDUCATION B.arnar~ College, Columbia University `Baelielor of-.Arts May 2009 il~lcijor•: Urbvi'Studies GP;~I: 3S5 New York, NY Rele>>qnt Coursework; Contemporary~IJrban Issues Urban Plaiuiin Vic. Sustauiable Enviroiunents, GIS fortlie Urban > ~ E11V1I'Oillllent, 2U`i' Celltliry Urbaliizafion i11 Historical Perspective, Tumor Colloguitun in Urbut Shldies, Senior Semiii'u~:`New York Field.Research,~Challeiiges of Sustavlalle Develbputcnt Tlresi.s: E~ploratioii of llie potential-for social.entrepreneursliip'to address; food accessibility.issues in urbanfood deserts. Analysis of food discruiuiaton of lo~~~=uicome consumersin the Soutli Bronx neibhborhood of New York. International Honors Program, Cities in the 21~` Century Boston, MA Compared contemporary urban issues:wtile abroad in B razil, South .~lhica, and New Zealand. EXPERIENCE Green String Farm Petahuna, CA Inter7r, Sit»lnrer '09 ^ Perforiiis aptro~unately 30 hours/~yeekfann mzntenance and:community outreach ^ Shidies;soil biology,_nahiral process faniinig, agrotomti-; attd agricultural business management South. Brons• Food Co-op New York, NY Development Irrterhz Fall-Spxiirg '.09 ^ Represented co-op atcoiuinuiity events and networked'-with neigliborliood c~ city°~vide agencies Pro~~ided nutrition u~foniiation,, interacted ~yith customers, uiventoried Ri priced products Daily Acts Petahima, CA Conrmrt:rity Otgarrizirig Iirtey7l & T%blartfee~~, Srr»~mer• 'O8 ^ Organized site :visits to local watersheds, colousii~g communities, aid urban farms ui the SF Ba}' Area ^ Facilitated co~iununicatiori"bettiveen home gardeners, -city farms aiid experts to advance local food s1•stems Columbia University Food Sustanab'ility Project New York, NY Ch~fi Co-coorZlirrator Fall-Spr,.irrg '09 a Coordinated a series of hi-weekly guest speakers covering.sueli topics.as-pennaculture.8i vennicomposting ^ Facilitated plamiulg process fora 1,0~0~ ft garden,plot, ulcluduig organizuig volunteers cPi workdays Skyscraper Museum Neer York, NY Edarccitrotrlnter7r, Fall 'OS ^ Conducted exhibition tours for children acid high school studcnfs ^ Organized and stzt~ed-aii educational event on green roofs, in Neer York C ity Let's Ge`t"Ready New York, NY' T%olunteer'S4T Tiitor„~, Spr•irrg '07 ^ Assisted, juniors~,at- The Yoirrig 1•l~omen's Leadership ScltooCiti•East Harlem to prepare for.collzge applicafions aiid:SATs KRCB public:broadcasting station 1Zohnert Park, CA iCalunteer•.nrrclOiitr•egch'Irrie~7r,.Si~nrnrei• 2006 ^ Edited~radio ciociiiuentzries usuig the sound cdituig;prograinPr•oTools ~• O,,perafed sound bo~rd'and perfonued on-air voicerovers SKILLS/IlYT-ER<ESTS~ __ Proticieiit;~in Microsoft O't~ice, Gzograpliic Information Systems (GI$), PCs:and Macs, Advanced French Interested"ui food justice; urban famiuig, pemiacitlhtre, social entrepreneurship, alternative energy; education REFERENCES Trathen I~eckiiian; Dir~ctor•Dailt~~~lcts Orgcrniurtiorr & Green.Sarrglur 707.789:0'149 tratlientcrldaii~~acts:or+..~ Zena.Nelson, Dir•ectorSorst{i.Br:orrYFood Coop &.Food Fourtdatiorr 71$.401.3500 info@sbxfc:org ~~