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Home My WebLink AboutStaff Report Appointments 08/06/2007CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA APPOINTMENTS AGENDA BILL August 6, 2007 Anenda Title: Recommendation to the Mayors' & Councilmembers' Meetine Date: August 6, 2007 Association on Appointments to the ABAG Regional Planning Committee, County Human Services Commission, and the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District. Meetine Time: ® 3:00 PM ❑ 7:00 PM Category: ❑ Presentation ❑ Consent Calendar ❑ Public Hearing ❑ Unfinished Business ❑ New Business Department: City Manager Cost of Proposal: n/a Amount Budeeted: Director: I Contact Person: Phone Number: Michael Bierman I Michael Bierman 778-4345 Attachments to Agenda Packet Item: 1. Letters of interest 2. Resolution Account Number: Name of Fund: Summary Statement: The Board of Directors of the Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association, which is comprised of the mayors of all the Sonoma County cities, fills vacancies on various local or regional Boards or Commissions when the terms of office expire. Letters of interest are circulated to all cities by those wishing to serve, followed by the cities making their recommendations at an upcoming Board Meeting. The vote of the Mayors is final. The following appointments will be voted on at the August 9th meeting of the Association: Recommendation to the Citv Selection Committee: A. Consideration of Appointment to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District. One position, two year term that expires March 2009, to complete the term being vacated by Mike Martini, Councilmember of Santa Rosa, who is leaving elected office in mid-July. Recommendation to the Board of Directors: B. Consideration of Appointment to the A 3AG Regional Planning Committee. One position, which will expire September 2009, to replace Jake Mackenzie (Rohnert Park). Two year term. C. Consideration of Appointment to the County Human Services Commission. One position, which will expire June 2009, to replace Geoff Fox (Cotati). Two year term. Recommended Citv Council Action/Sunnested Motion: City Council to make their recommendations on the above listed vacancies. gevvl-ewwe�d by Admin. Svcs. Dir: Date: 1 Rev. # I Date Last Revised: Reviewed by City Attornev Date: \ I File: Approve Itv Manaeer: Date: Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association LETTERS OF INTEREST RECEIVED FOR APPOINTMENTS at the August 9, 2007 Meeting CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT: GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, HIGHWAY & TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT* (one position) 1. Mike O'Brien (Petaluma) 2. Joanne Sanders (Sonoma) Note: Letter from Jake Mackenzie stating he is NOT applying for this seat. * The City Selection Committee makes a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors for ratification and appointment. ASSOCIATION APPOINTMENTS: ABAG REGIONAL PLANNING COMMITTEE (one position) 1. Jake Mackenzie (Rohnert Park) COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION (one position) 1. Veronica Jacobi (Santa Rosa) 1�p Mike O'Brien Councilmember CITY OF PETALUMA POST OFFICE Box 61 PETALUMA, CA 94953-0061 July 5, 2007 Dear Mayors and Councihnembers, I write today to ask for your support in recommending me as your city's choice for the Mayor and Councilmembers appointment to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District. As you know, Santa Rosa City Councilmember Mike Martini, who has served us so well as a member of the Bridge District, is resigning and a new member will need to be appointed. I am in my seventh year as a Councilmember in Petaluma and during my tenure have been involved and supportive of the numerous transportation issues facing Sonoma County. I have previously sought this appointment in the past seven years, so my interest and commitment to this position is well documented. Even while Petaluma is greatly impacted by the Golden Gate Bridge District, since the city is a main component of the southern Sonoma route structure and because the largest southern commute emanates from Petaluma, it is nonetheless important that we as cities together address the rail line and other significant transportation issues, particularly with the future passage of SMART. I want to assist and assert our needs as cities in Sonoma County as discussions occur at the Bridge District. Additionally, my experience as a CHI' officer also gives me great insight into the workings of the District as during my career I worked with members of the Bridge District board and staff on a daily basis. I understand the needs and priorities of the District and its responsibility to the transportation needs of Sonoma County. I can assure you that as your representative to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District I will work diligently to improve and enhance the transportation services and opportunities in Sonoma County and update you on a regular basis as to what is occurring at the District. I thank you in advance for your consideration and look forward to working with you further in my capacity as a Councilmember, but hopefully as your representative to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District as well. Should you wish to Petaluma City Holl discuss my interests in the appointment, or other issues, please give me a call, either on 11 English street my cell (707) 695-8790 or at my home (707) 765-6686. Petaluma, C,1 94952 Phone (707) 778-4345 Very truly yours, Fac (707) 7784419 E-AJail 'q/ /`77 CiryCouncil'cLpetahnnn.en.us �� `—Z.l V ,Cr�7eT.v or petahnnanrikC&OLCom Mike O'Brien Councilmember Citp of '6ononta No. 1 The Plaza Sonoma, California 95476-6618 Phone (707) 938-3681 Fax (707) 938-8775 E-Mail: cityhall@sonomacity.org July 13, 2007 Mayor Pamela Torliatt City of Petaluma P.O. Box 61 Petaluma, CA 94953 Dear Honorable Mayor Torliatt: SP17Pl1121S1�'tLl' (E1{1L5: Chambolle-Musigny, Franc s Greve in Chianti, Italy Kaniv, Ukraine . -.� Patzcuaro, Michoacan, Mexico s '9CfFnftN\ I am writing to respectfully request your support in appointing me to the Golden Gate Bridge Highway and Transportation District Board. I am confident my business experience, education and experience serving on the Sonoma City Council make me an ideal candidate for the position. I have lived in Sonoma County since 1985. Having resided in Rohnert Park, Cotati, Santa Rosa and Sonoma, I understand the transportation needs of the entire region and, with your support, will be able to make sure our voice is heard at the District table. Next to water, transportation is one of the biggest issues facing our communities. My husband and I own a staffing company with two offices in the North Bay. On a daily basis, I employ hundreds of people in Sonoma County who must rely on the ferry, bus or bridge as a means of transportation to their workplace. My clients are business leaders throughout Northern California who have their finger on the pulse of workforce trends that will impact rider -ship for years to come. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Management from Sonoma State University and will use my business acumen to understand the competing demands on resources at the District level. The Sonoma County Mayor's and Councilmember's Association deserves to be represented at the Golden Gate Bridge Highway and Transportation District by an experienced local politician, business leader and professional. Please vote for me as your City's choice for this important seat. I will be calling you during the next week to answer any questions you have. I invite you to e- mail me if that's more convenient. My address is isanders ceboltstaffinq.com. Thank you. Sincerely, �- Janne Sanders Mayor Pro Tem Office: 707-939-2800 Cell: 707-695-9944 P.S. Please read my attached biography for more information about my career history and background. Joanne Sanders Elected to the Sonoma City Council in 2004, Joanne lends her business experience to a variety of commissions including: Sonoma Valley Economic Development Partnership CDA Economic Development Loan Sub -Committee City Facilities Committee Sonoma Housing Corporation Ad -Hoc Fire Station Re -Use Committee S.V.C. Sanitation District B.O.D. Sonoma County Mayors & Councilmembers Association Board of Directors League of California Cities North Bay Division Liaison In 2005, North Bay League of Cities President, Pat Ghilardi, appointed Joanne to the Employee Relations Committee for the California League of Cities. During her second year on the Council, Joanne was invited to attend the Great Valley Leadership Institute, a program recognizing, developing and encouraging local elected leaders in California. Joanne has a Bachelors Degree in Business Management from Sonoma State University and she is bi-lingual. She is the Founder and President of Bolt Staffing Service, which is headquartered in Sonoma. In her professional capacity, she has been Chairperson for the Northern California Human Resources Association and was recently appointed to the American Staffing Association member- education and certification committee. Joanne resides in Sonoma with her husband and three children. Environmentally conscious, she is an avid fan of the clothesline! City Council Vicki Vidak-Mamnez Mayror Jake Mackenzie Vice -Mayor Amie L Breeze Tim Smith Pam Stafford CouncgMembers Stephen R. Donley CilyMensger Daniel Schwarz Assistant Crit y Manager Judy Hauff Cly Clark Michelle Marchetta Kenyon CgyAffomey Gabrielle P. Whelan AsslsfantCityAgomey Thomas R. Bullard Director of Public Safety 7 Ron Bendortf Director of Commundy Developmeni Damn W. Jenkins DirectorofPub fc Works/ 01yEnginser Sandra M. Upitz DirecforofAdministmtive Services July 12, 2007 Sonoma County Mayors & Councilmembers It is not my intention to apply for the unused portion of Councilmember Mike Martini's seat on the Golden Gate Bridge, FTzghway, and Transportation District. Sincerely, eT�kZ��C, Vice MayorCityrt Park cc: Katie Crump / City of Petaluma 6750 Commerce Boulevard • Rohnert Park CA • 94928 • (707) 568-2226 • Fax (707) 588-2263 vvvvv.mcliv.0m City Council Vicki Vidak-Martinez Mayor Jake Mackenzie Vice -Mayor Amie L. Breeze Tim Smith Pamela S. Stafford Council Members Stephen R. Donley City Manager July 11, 2007 Dear Sonoma County Mayors and Councilmembers: I am writing to request support for my re -appointment to the Regional Planning Committee of ABAG. I have enjoyed representing the Mayors & Councilmembers on this committee. 1 also enjoy the opportunity to report back to us at our general meetings on a regular basis. I hereby ask for your consideration to re -appoint me to ABAG's Regional Planning Committee. Daniel Schwarz Sincerely, Assistant City Manager c - / \ Judy Hauff�Jake�ackenzie City Clerk ice Mayor Michelle Marchetta Kenyon JM/bl CkyAffomey Gabrielle P. Whelan Assistant CityArtomey Thomas R. Bullard Director of Public Safety Ron Bendorf Xrector of Community Development Damn W. Jenkins DimclorofPublic Works/ City Engineer Sandra M. Lipitz Director of Administrative Services 6750 Commerce Boulevard • Rohnert Park CA • 94928 • (707) 588-2226 • Fax (707) 588-2263 wvvw mcilv.ora July 3, 2007 Dear Sonoma County Mayors and Councilmembers: CITY OF 4!;c SANTA RASA CITY COUNCIL 100 Santa Rosa Avenue Post Office Box 1678 Santa Rosa, CA 95402-1678 707-543-3010 Fax: 707-543-3030 I am writing to request support for my appointment to fill the vacancy on the Sonoma County Human Services Commission. I am familiar with the roles and responsibilities of the County Human Services Commission after speaking with Cotati Councilmember, Geoff Fox. My involvement over the years as being a foster parent, working with the Sonoma VERONICA JACOBI County Task Force for the Homeless, and my involvement with the Special Couneifinember Olympics has provided me with the experience necessary to serve this Commission well. With budget issues a constant struggle, it is important that the best programs retain enough funding to continue serving our communities as effectively as possible. I respectfully ask for your consideration for my appointment to the Sonoma County Human Services Commission. Sincerely, VERONICA JACOBI Councilmember VJ/sks f.\council\members\jacobihumanse,rvices.doc RESOLUTION APPROVING RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE MAYORS' & COUNCILMEMBERS' ASSOCIATION ON APPOINTMENTS WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association, which is comprised of the mayors of all the Sonoma County cities, fills vacancies on various local or regional Boards or Commissions when the terms of office expire; and WHEREAS, letters of interest are circulated to all cities by those wishing to serve, followed by the cities making their recommendations at an upcoming Board Meeting. The vote of the Mayors is final; and WHEREAS, the following recommendations were approved by the Petaluma City Council: A. Consideration of Appointment to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District. One position, which will expire March 2009, to complete the term being vacated by Mike Martini, Councilmember of Santa Rosa, who is leaving elected office in mid-July. Recommendation: B. Consideration of Appointment to the ABAG Regional Planning Committee. One position, which will expire September 2009, to replace Jake Mackenzie (Rohnert Park). Two year term Recommendation: C. Consideration of Appointment to the County Human Services Commission. One position, which will expire June 2009, to replace Geoff Fox (Cotati). Two year term. Recommendation: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Petaluma City Council does hereby authorize the Mayor to vote for these recommendations at the August 9, 2007 meeting of the Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association. 6j