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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9AAppointmentsPart19.A CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA June 19, 200 AGENDA BILL Agenda Title: Meeting Date: June 19, 2006 Consideration of Applicants and Possible Appointments to City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Meeting Time: ❑ 3:00 PM ® 7.00 PM Category (check one): ❑ Consent Calendar ❑ Public Hearing ® New Business ❑ Unfinished Business ❑ Presentation Department: Director: Contact Person: Phone Number: � l- City Cleric Claire Cooper Claire Cooper 778-4360 Cost of Proposal: N/A Account Number: N/A Amount Budgeted: N/A Name of Fund: N/A Attachments to Agenda Packet Item: 1. Notice of Vacancies as published in the Argus-Courier. 2. "Get Involved" Flyer. 3. List of Applicants. 4. Applications from citizens interested in serving on the City's Boards, Commissions, and Committees and recommendation letters from PAPA (Petaluma Area Pilots Association), Petaluma Historical Museum and Library, and Heritage Homes. 5. Draft resolution. Summary Statement: Terms are expiring June 30, 2006 for members of various City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. There are also vacancies for unexpired terms on some bodies. Recommended City Council Action/Suggested Motion: Appoint individuals to fill vacancies on City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Reviewed by Admin Services / Reviewed by city Attorney. A rovedbv City Manager: VY Date: D'Yector: Data s U3 ate: Today's Date: June 2, 20 6 Revision # and Date Revised: File Code: CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA JUNE 19, 2006 AGENDA REPORT FOR CONSIDERATION OF APPLICANTS AND POSSIBLE APPOINTMENTS TO CITY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Terms are expiring June 30, 2006 for members of various City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. There are also vacancies for unexpired terms on some bodies. 2. BACKGROUND: Notices of vacancies were published in the Petaluma Argus-Courier on May 31 and June 7, 2006, and on the City's Web Site. The attached "Get Involved" flyer was distributed at City Hall and the Petaluma Community Center. Petaluma Community Access (PCA) ran an announcement of the openings as well. The deadline for applications was Friday, June 9, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. 3. ALTERNATIVES: Council could decline to make appointments at this time, direct staff to place additional advertisements seeking applicants, and reschedule the appointments for a later Council Meeting. 4. RECOMMENDATION: Appoint interested citizens to fill vacancies on the City's Boards, Commissions, and Committees. 2 Claire Cooper City Clerk 707.778.4360 NOTICE OF VACANCIES ON CITY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES Wednesday, May 31, 2006 and June 7, 2006, Petaluma, California - The City Council will be accepting applications from persons interested in serving on City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. A minimum of one-year residency within the City limits is required, with limited exceptions. Applications are available in Adobe Acrobat pdf format at the City's Web site, cityofpetalumo.net, or you may request on application by calling the City Clerk's Office at telephone 707.778.4360, fax 707.778.4554 or by e-mail at cityclerk@ci.petaluma.ca.us. Deadline for receipt of applications in the City Clerk's Office is 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 9, 2006. Council discussion and possible appointments is tentatively scheduled for the Monday, June 19, 2006 Council Meeting, 7.00 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, I I English Street, Petaluma. See below for more information. OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE ARE AVAILABLE AS FOLLOWS: • Airport Commission: One Vacancy The City Council will be accepting applications for one vacancy on the Airport Commission for a four-year term expiring June 30, 2010. The Commission meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. • Animal Services Advisory Committee: Three Vacancies The City Council will be accepting applications for three vacancies on the Animal Services Advisory Committee: two vacancies for three-year terms expiring June 30, 2009, and one vacancy to complete a three-year term expiring June 30, 2008. The Committee meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., at the Petaluma Animal Shelter, 840 Hopper Street. • Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee: Four Vacancies The City Council will be accepting applications for four vacancies on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee: one vacancy for a three-year term expiring June 20, 2009, and three vacancies for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008. The Committee meets the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month; 6:00 p.m. in the Law Library, City Hall, 11 English Street. • Planning Commission: Two Vacancies The City Council will be accepting applications for two vacancies on the Planning Commission for four-year terms expiring June 30, 2010. The Commission meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. • Site Plan and Architectural Review Committee (SPARC): Two Vacancies The City Council will be accepting applications for two vacancies on the Site Plan and Architectural Review Committee (SPARC) for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008. SPARC 3 meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 3:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. Technology and Telecommunications Advisory Committee: Three Vacancies The City Council will be accepting applications for three vacancies on the Technology and Telecommunications Advisory Committee: two vacancies for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008 and one vacancy to complete a two-year term expiring June 30, 2007. The Committee meets the four Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. Youth Commission: Five Vacancies The City Council will be accepting applications for five vacancies on the Youth Commission for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008. The Commission meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Teen Center, 150 Fairgrounds Drive. Claire Cooper City Clerk May 31, 2006 June 7, 2006 9 Petaluma encourages residents to become involved in their local community. One way to do so is to serve on one of the City's various boards, commissions, or committees. The City is accepting applications to fill positions on the Airport Commission, Animal Services Advisory Committee, Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, Site Plan and Architectural Review Committee (SPARC), Technology and Telecommunications Advisory Committee, and Youth Commission. Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk's Office by Friday, June 9, 2006 of 5:00 p.m. The City Council will review the applications and make appointments at the June 19, 2006 City Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 11 English Street, Petaluma. HOW TO APPLY: Applications are available from: City of Petaluma City Clerk's Office 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 or at the City's Website: cityofpetaluma.net Annual Appointments to City of Petaluma Boards, Commissions, and Committees! Positions Available: Airport Commission - One vacancy for a four-year term expiring June 30, 2010. The Commission meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. Animal Services Advisory Committee - Two vacancies for three-year terms expiring June 30, 2009, and one vacancy to complete a three-year term expiring June 30, 2008. The Committee meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., at the Petaluma Animal Shelter, 840 Hopper Street. Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee - One vacancy for a three-year term expiring June 20, 2009, and three vacancies for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008. The Committee meets the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month; 6:00 p.m. in the Law Library, City Hall, 11 English Street. Planning Commission - Two vacancies for four-year terms expiring June 30, 2010. The Commission meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. Site Plan and Architectural Review Committee (SPARC) - Two vacancies for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008. SPARC meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 3:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. Technology and Telecommunications Advisory Committee - Two vacancies for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008, and one vacancy to complete a two-year term expiring June 30, 2007. The Committee meets the four Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall. Youth Commission - Five vacancies for two-year terms expiring FOR MORE INFORMATION, June 30, 2008. The Commission meets the fourth Tuesday of PLEASE CONTACT: each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Teen Center, 150 Fairgrounds Drive. City Clerk's Office 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 707.778.4361 cityclerk@ci.peialuma.ca.us CITY OF PETALUMA m Q a a d 0 U1 r a O O N O) C a x W E 1- O W V a 0 u u c a U 0 > C' C O 1 C 0 E E O U 0 a a N LL D D 5 O 0 t N U T U n 0 C a C 0 N a Ill L O Q a O O Q N a U) 0 c O O a c N E E O C U o C� a c O O C E Ill E@ O Q U Q)a)� m c >_ o O +- 0 C U Q) o N N Q (u E N E O = o m E C) 0 0 '( m M iF co a 0 N O1 C U x W cN E H a d N 0 v U C a U O > N G) .0 r P O O N W U � � P o W Is Prn rn C C n O � � N ii N t a U c N N � E E O U O .j a Q m U_ N c p r E O .0 Q O a N LL 9 O W CV LO O� P 7 U N 0 J v 0 w E O N U 0 C C u c N O = m 6 0 G `2 O N W U OI C 'a N x W I? N v E c a F 0 �2 � a v N } N O N u C 0 U LO > v O P ro N N U C N E v SZ E v o V Q N 21. a c 0 `0 u_ c D E o E `o O U u w w M o rna O N c U = `w {- W 0 W E O U E E O O -C U ' O D O O O a m 3 C � — ` O N O wa C O O Lo rn Lo N Co (Cl)o N O A � N M L n n 10 E v E a X O N U - U O rn a v N (U N N a `w o o O N Q C Qi O O L V Q O N 2 m c :x x w w 0 E ai a O U r N u U O IL �L LL E E O U 0 0 ¢ h °o a C N w o N v a o w .>- E N E o C ,_ O U 0 a U O U O L E a O U N C C 0 0 t — O O N O c Q C -a w Q — Ol co V N O LO P W G 00 O of O N o� ob N u7 O� d O 04 04 LO LO 0 T ° U w o O N C C 00 a > 3 - Q c E u Q' > W v a � a Q O N E a o CO `o } cci `o ID m 'u C a U a > O C O `a o C i% U U ii i c O E E O U c c o ° o uu_ 7 Airport Commission Applications: Two vacancies: • One vacancy for the Petaluma Area Pilots Association (PAPA) representative for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2007; • One vacancy for a four-year term expiring June 30, 2010 1. Letter of Recommendation from PAPA nominating Donald A. Smith as their representative for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2007. 2. Application from Frederick L. Frost for the four-year term expiring June 30, 2010. 6 May 17 2006 rY 2 2006 TY �UiJiNAGER Mayor David Glass p- w Petaluma City Council �L P.O. Box 61 Petaluma Ca.94953-0061 S'9/ 0 Q. Dear Mr. Mayor and Members of the Council The Petaluma area Pilot's Association has long provided volunteer services for the betterment of the airport and the smooth integration of the facility into the community as a whole. When the airport carve under City ownership and the Airport Commission was created, this service was recognized by the Council by designating one member of the commission to be appointed upon the request of the Pilots association. The Petaluma Area pilots Association has nominated Donald A. Smith to serve the one- year term commencing July 1,2006. The Association is deeply appreciative of this ongoing opportunity to participate in the City Airport and its activities. Thank you again for this confidence inn our organization. Sincerely <z25� 1�� Phillip Pieri, President Petaluma Area Pilots Association F7 2P'L�r a . City of Petaluma, California O City Board, Commission 185a and Committee Application Instructions: Use this form to apply to serve on any of the City of Petaluma, California's Boards, Commissions, or Committees. Please fill out the form completely. If a question does not apply, type or write N/A in the space provided. When completed, please forward to the Office of the City Clerk, I I English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952. All applications are reviewed by the City Council Name: Home Address, City, State and Zip Code: o Q l i-{T'O D e J V It L i. E -"" �t Z �r=Tl9> vvanvt PA iy/,S Home Phone: (If appointed, do you want this 4 number to be available to the public?) Work Phone: ❑ YES 0 NO 70-7- 766- 4S33 '2vS)S v-0) FAX: ' E-Mail: (If appointed, do you want this address to be available to the public?) ?) DYES x❑ NO `707-76L-33 --Pr-ect-PCVS- L G0WjegS-c,Nei- Are you a registered voter in Petaluma? If so, for how long? © YES ❑ NO 6' Qt Board(s), Commission(s), orCommittee(s) of Interest: �2'2�Df2T �`etv.��n=SSTOrJ Have you attended a meeting of this body? Have you served on, interviewed, or applied for this body reviously? ❑x YES ❑ NO ® YES ❑ NO Present Employer: SE I-F C-rnPL6y t O 10 Job Title: U i.WNEf Previous Governmental Bodies/Elective Offices you have served, Position/Office Held and Dates: i�Yrr?Poe-r ((P<-rat_uvmA r1i2eR k�1�o75 11SSN� HPPes+v�b C42-E .OE -PT a-P ruODf /7� f EFD 1NSP CTS� r�r9u2S Pu ✓3�H2O IMEw[1c-Z .SuLI;e ',2DC0 LI PZESEt\/T Civic or Charitable Organization to which you have belonged, Position/Office Held, and Dates: 2c-AZY ULvw3 aI �FtU',NA - 20ov- tr, P,2Esaw, (PE-rdiLw pv PA-s-r PvtasrDE✓JT DH' I?OT,NawC'Lu6 tre P%i2f_zs, r)q - /99/-q;?, PAST Pf'i 511)E+r of CA-L- F FeEI) Assn )997-8$ What Special Interests/Skills/Talents would you bring to this Board, Commission, or Committee? G-CN F-Ct A-L l'Nw1NvtG cVw ENT FDS..�TOIVS .i-�V Aq tE3 V$t�V rsS �Cov� TifE- LAB,— ct�asz(�C/ ( LF-SO1-LL, o`[?Eeft-r-oN" ; College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attended (Major Subject, Dates, Degree/Date): U,IVIVEOS- Pl- CI-0 CJ�� rF � V� S ���t lWo-lcfi6ti �e.ifcLei2 o�'se1Etri Special Awards or Recognition Received: Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Board, Commission or Committee, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory body: THE A P-pot--r W1,1-5 G&oE_ UNhEp- A14101Z W. k9n18 Ev � (�flNSiZZJ 4N.p NEEDS USFJcSS -rVPE Oil?-t4E 7Wit711'�yr2pn! 7-0 VvtavE�F 'Fbmvjnf (aJ q CPS `;>�`-�-�-,if,E' G-,�.�. '" �.ni .9yCj•-c'x,�i,Ece � S �J2 (��'w.t.,�z'.w"✓- Cis TTW-7EZ p C Lu ct:�- Is there any other information that you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application? A! f? PLWCN D W J E R (JqTaPLAvE- snl h11q"e E(Z! 0rA -P0 197y �i,S.9��h 196s-68 �t5cHi5izctb �9s Cv4f�'L �vJ - Ari; %d��e'jcc VVf25S�c$ Are you associated with any Organization/Employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? ❑ YES ® NO If yes, please state name of Organization/Employment: NJ)� City policy directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest. Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises? LAd YES ❑ NO 12 How did you hear about this opening? �is2t'bzr 1DY14W�SSSv�� !4,lE rv6 —i2lry O Applicant's Signature Date .u� tilz,y �u . Revised June 1, 2005 13 Animal Services Advisory Committee Applications: Three vacancies: • Two vacancies for three-year terms expiring June 30, 2009; • One vacancy to complete a three-year term expiring June 30, 2008 1. Application from John G. Eliot, Jr. He also submitted an application for the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee. 14 a . City of Petaluma, California City Board, Commission 185a o�123456> and Committee Application �� F Instructions: Use this form to apply to serve on any of the City of Petaluma, California's B GIs, C on�pr F Committees. Please fill out the form completely. If a question does not apply, type or w `te N/A i ace c' provided. When completed, please forward to the Office of the City Clerk, 1 I English Street, aluma, 952.; All applications are reviewed by the City Council. Name: g6o �JotfiU 6,;. 6_` 1 D 1 1 r, , Home Address, City, State and Zip Code: Home Phone: (If appointed, do you want this number to be available to the public?) Work Phone: © YES ❑ NO E-Mail: (If appointed, do you want this address to be FAX: 2 o ( � available to the public?) ®YES ❑ NO J Cr,) Are you a registered voter in Petaluma? If so, for how long? [AYES ❑ NO N 8 yp ws Board(s), Commission(s), or Committee(s) of Interest: t AIVVd 5src (, t c FJ Pot.—D V 15 �Yu� (!6 kA k-[ t T TGC— Have you attended a meeting of this body? Have you served on, interviewed, or applied for this body previously2 ❑ YES NO ❑ YES © NO Present Employer: Pee 1-1 ii c A� _Y9!<66;7"T 4i' S' .�✓c— rjreGo TTE=a� �JC 51 15 Job Title: ���I�trc> Previous Governmental Bodies/Elective Offices you have served, Position/Office Held and Dates: I ✓{ v n ti'fz r' r I s G��( yr c N Vv I T Y � I- Lr-T e c I D i PY� l I V st L-� cY' Sc• td u o L �o Y� (2 i� /� %ems GCS Civic or Charitable Organization to which you have belonged, Position/Office Held, and Dates: What Special Interests/Skills/Talents would you bring to this Board, Commission, or Committee? Cs 2�t�T %('l'—)=EG i i J"+�DTZ)yl �W✓d"Z- S GIN �iZd{- L L Y A- 1- - r/ M E C-K- rel2t F_N GE L� ("t-I�YEru. 12 A � laz�yl 'f N-, 4-1 Tie C/k-i'c U t Hrg-u, i3 I t, y College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attended (Major Subject, Dates, Degree/Date): Asw 6(o-Z-e- -.4-. 1?'tAr' "Ate. °! U I O V, G IL Special Awards or Recognition Received: Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Board, Commission or Committee, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory body: 4- I✓vt-" T io per tt/,5,0 1.0 474a caV-(wt�cMlry IDvD. /a' -L' R'0(' ixCE Y'c! 1% �cFoN ��rtru'�n t'1 y, y -(Oqf, Z-( r�-(rL-.(-sue -S� ss L,5r,;5 ,kc Sopv wL-ACG �J(7� sf H,2 i • �^/ '(-!� K 5 � c'a�-t d� -jam C� �c � a.K. c P-f-l�-e � �-�-r-� c-F, o iu G �bTS i k eOnL( ip tAfG ��u6F1r• O4: $FreMl rfj3aCPHJlfi1- Is there any other information that you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application? Are you associated with any Organization/Employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to thisposition? ❑ YES IN NO If yes, please state name of Organization/Employment: City policy directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where there eAsis a potential conflict of interest. Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises? YES ❑ NO 17 How did you hear about this (opening? Applicant's Signature Date XL c/s Revised June 1, 2005 W Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee ("Historic SPARC") Applications: Two vacancies: • One vacancy for a representative recommended by Heritage Homes for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2007; • One vacancy for a representative recommended by the Petaluma Museum Association for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2007 l . Letter from Heritage Homes of Petaluma recommending Corrine Farez- Demil as their representative. 2. Letter from the Petaluma Museum Association recommending Bill Wolpert as their representative. 19 April 16, 2006 u Petaluma City Council 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 = r, Attention: David Glass, Mike Harris, Keith Canevaro, Mike Healy, Karen Nau, Mike O'Brien, Pamela Torliatt Dear Mayor and Council Members, Please accept our recommendation to re -appoint Corrine Farez-Demil as Heritage Homes' representative to Historic-SPARC for the 2006-2007 term. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Kit Schlich, 2006 president Heritage Homes Board of Directors P.O. Box 2152 • Petaluma, CA 94953 - Messages: 707-762-3456 • heritagehomes@widerview.com 0 ETALUMA MUSEUM AssOCIATION w m 20 FOURTH STREET • PETALUMA • CALIFORNIA 94952 Telephone; (707) 778-4398 • Fax: (707) 762-3923 ` Special Events: (707) 762-4247 April 24, 2006CD Claire Cooper, CMC City Clerk City of Petaluma Sri 4An,,r 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952: Dear Ms. Cooper: We seek the City Council's approval of our appointment of Bill Wolpert to replace Michael Iritz as the Museum's representative to the Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee: It is our understanding that Michael's tens expires in June of 2006 and he has indicated to us that he does not wish to be reappointed. I have enclosed Bill Wolpert's application. Please let me know what other information may be required. Thank you. Sincerely, C Susan W. Villa Petaluma Museum Association President cc: Bill Wolpert 21 APPLICATION FORM HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE Address 4o t F4k St- W : Phone 1M , O t9n-' Home, �7 (e3. 31 O 1 Ferl� Fax Email wow T j �—r0LA Employer -ie l (� reel u i ld i�nq CL. % +8C+5 ) Volunteer Activities/Community Service. On a separate sheet, list boards, commissions, and organizations you are currently or in the past been involved with. Please answer the following questions: 1. Why are you interested in serving as the Museum's representative to the Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee? � �a112 w�i'�rsed a�� ��«� f� ,oG�zJ • }.�Q �Iej�IrtG 2V-c,Wr�eG4-jv�e ok 2 440t4bKLAXA; �. l�, is 5�w�.e.Nti�ti�-Ni►z-� G���' be cE-�Qll�z�ed o,• wovld Vk 4-o ltielp l v�alo�-. 2. What particular skills will you bring to the Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee? I� - (>e(ceve �2N2 T� 2�1 �t }o die a r0a i1e7 �lkk ob eG�lve ly zap: golve ,(�vbLjteu g urez{�Ue 4& W1I�eUt`e rrz ►�i �"�'� P �'e - ZJZ-0h zMd z5 24A � Applicant's Signature Date Please return this application with any supplemental sheets attached to the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum, 20 Fourth Street, Petaluma, CA 94952. 22 Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee Applications: Four vacancies: • One vacancy for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2009; • Three vacancies for two-year terms expiring June 30, 2008 1. Application from Becky Schuerman Choi. She currently serves on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee. 2. Application from John G. Eliot, Jr. He also submitted an application for the Animal Services Advisory Committee. 23 City of Petaluma, Californ d G City Board, Commission ' C,�, lesa d and Committee Application �i1>=Fr�Lr�ry K�'L 1N l'ia 'L Instructions: Use this form to apply to serve on any of the City of Petaluma, California's Bod(dk�,Commissions„de'- Committees. Please fill out the form completely. If a question does not apply, type or write'VA.)in,the ,s ce= provided. When completed, please forward to the Office of the City Clerk, 1 I English Street, Petaii7rrSa;. A-" LLA 2. All applications are reviewed by the City Council. Nome: Home Address, City, State and Zip Code: a xy-K St .2p0o Home Phone: (if appointed, do you want this number to be available to the public?) X1 ❑ Work Phone: YES NO MI) FAX: E-Mail: (if appointed, do you want this address to be available to the public?) UYES ❑ NO Are you a registered voter in Petaluma? If so, for how long? AYES ElNO ✓ �iAI�S Boarr.d,,(s), Commission(s), orCommittee (s)rof Interest: Tj&'Yl� � U ii1^� A GIN 1 -K j l/tt'fwvl 4 Have you attended a meeting of this body? Have you served on, interviewed, or applied for this body previously? IN YES ❑ NO �I YES ❑ NO Present Employer. ►� V �k;c — I am oL � � a�� a�► -1n� "V. 24 Job Title:IVY Y 1 Previous Governmental Bodies/Elective Offices you have served, Position/Office Held and Dates: Civic or Charitable Organization to which you have belonged, Position/Office Held, and Dates: �Ii�rnl,U_4�G-uran�,G�.�.ti�rr�-Le.du�rsi�.� 1-ezw�ser.+rzd-U�r�Cc�lu�,-s�,�) What Special Interests/Skills/Talents would you bring to this Board, Commission, or Committee? 1 r �T n �aY `11t11Qr �I Iro '�q VUCiS ous 6 a kLl'� at iYlvi�f ay p��tG��gr� Wl scINPU . �t }�, - � College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attended )Major Subject, Dates, Degree/Date): U06V�k 1 ?1 SAY C `Ii5 l�� ovtu�Q I a it �ZoUu) U kA6kzl Sku�e tk w��r�r�t C i �� [��5}sou r ru�u�l u `R Special Awards or Recognition Received: N Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Board, Commission or Committee, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory body: I We f �rvi en d �rer j � �-N rlu' jh V 6 A't"t'" VuU. & XQiW-+0 ;00 I0101t0� �n-ice Gomm�AM� Quk d�v, �� � O�l-i (�tra (mc cic AM(� � aM Mann iM AvW w, -. 74m. S 09VU "lAk¢ ro cje+ W .nL 4� Xvi t Ste darn ad,e�lien, u� G� b Cav1 i�i 1� ° or, �rc.ek s�ann d�urd5 � '�iC Corn �,ovuh wv�r. wQr{� wig. awl bi gLA4. Is there any othO information that you f I would be us ful to thli City Council in reviewing your application? Z hc�i W iM +Wy6rrAA-" " n"�',Txvw q Jt n(i D- �JbMM�A/�LL� Inr�,VQ `-j'ina� 15�51 �. Are you associated with any Organization/Employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? ❑ YES NO If yes, please state name of Orgonization/Employment: City policy directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest. Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises? YES ❑ NO W. did hear about this opening? ^}How ^^you � Y 1 VWM1 +A L V� 6 Vf f � I � a- .�-ay� `1 ""' 4 7 Applicant's Siig/n�ature Date 0 VL+-�(IlI_I (j / / 2,X u Revised June 1, 2005 27 F p'LU a O City of Petaluma, California City Board, Commission �85a and Committee Application Instructions: Use this form to apply to serve on any of the City of Petaluma, California's Boards, Commissions, or Committees. Please fill out the form completely. If a question does not apply, type or write N/A in the space provided. When completed, please forward to the Office of the City Clerk, I I English Street, Petalump,-Cp 94952. All applications are reviewed by the City Council. 9 Name: -Jp{{-/J C?. 1. J?. cs`. . Home Address, City, State and Zip Code: i I<nl (J r- - pEilylj�wi W-, CA- �Y SJY Home Phone: (If appointed, do you want this number to be available to the public?) Work Phone: ® YES ❑ NO FAX: +�. '7G E-Mail: (If appointed, do you want this address to be %a S'. !,S'(a T� available to the public?) ®YES ❑ NO JELrdTarL C`) 90NiC, tiET Are you a registered voter in Petaluma? If so, for how long? © YES ❑ NO A/ ye�crs Board)s), Commission)s), or Committee(s) of Interest: 13e1)6s5-TPr'4-N u rSa rz�-1 ru �u r T'rCE Have you attended a meeting of this body? Have you served on, interviewed, or applied for this body previously? ❑ YES ENO ❑ YES NOt` Present Employer: 2G rz6� 5cLL b v'u T Q T Said E2 G42 �Gy LCScD Wf�yJq V,6 f�fG/'��ifCG.v ft �— Ni,L LA f PP 4� w Z +t+,N>` Job Title: f2 Previous Governmental Bodies/Elective Offices you have served, Position/Office Held and Dates: lulzu.r+r, p r'an 5 e'o � t t u. art T4' 31�2 VI d-r�r � (s'f, Z 4--cc I SS C75 Lt-f f ter, Ur1-L �-L= l� i�DL � dI27dD r (�%Dr JON Civic or Charitable Organization to which you have belonged, Position/Office Held, and Dates: What Special Interests/Skills/Talents would you bring to this Board, Commission, or Committee? [ L G k! 4 Lure-L lc i-C 0-7. Li C.C- L n r-s7 - Fiu—A—o—o V-IFcc T v Wi u f3 r/L-�' � w� y7t R �, rt p � . a � p ry ✓i t c a a.r c{d� T4--P A- n 1-P v w r_ fj 13 c p- G Gb U IV r PJ �. f r d) College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attended (Major Subject, Dates, Degree/Date): Q (�F r �A�TG . L l t t3 (�4� L. L a AJ G LC. 5 C) 4 I fo',7 --C `j J 5 VZ L° 5 Lc v--t, a-( E 2 Z� C7 Zv Q Special Awards or Recognition Received: Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Board, Commission or Committee, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory body: �i:r. t: -)-�' €�Gn-/ c V LoVLE I vuU 6 L �/trQ ;N ut Y C°d� kt cc..vt k,T7e= t eu CmucVUr r7-we�a7 7-6 at XWDoz)YZS a c/ GGW k-5V ✓a r, rn-cr 5 P u fiWZ be s, v 4tA,UT tT fd2�4 p f'Yov,1n,�7 f„ I� ks-AD,u b E-R Cd o LS . Is there any other information that you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application? Are you associated with any Organization/Employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? ❑ YES ® NO If yes, please state name of Organization/Employment: City policy directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest. Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises? ® YES ❑ NO 30 How did you hear about this opening? 66Y,t,,r5 p,Pa-v-c-9 Applicant's Signature Date d-L I * Revised June 1, 2005 31 Planning Commission Applications: • Two vacancies for four-year terms expiring June 30, 2010 Application from Christopher Arras. He is currently a member of the Technology and Telecommunications Advisory Committee (term expiring June 30, 2007). 32 33 34 35 What infill policies do you think should be Revised June 1, 2005 in light of the Urban C passed by 36 Supplemental Questionnaire — Christopher Arras Page I What do you think qualifies you to serve on the Planning Commission? I have served on the Citizens' Advisory Committee on Street Improvements and the Technology and Telecommunications Advisory Committee and I believe I have a good awareness of development and planning issues in the community, both historically and what appears to be coming up on the horizon. I am an attorney and my background leads me to believe I will be able to familiarize myself quickly and efficiently with the City's General Plan and related ordinances, charter provisions and any other governing and advisory documents. I understand that there are always at least two sides, and sometimes more, to a story and I would always strive to be fair and impartial in hearing matters that come before the Commission. I also take great interest in history and greatly appreciate the history of Petaluma, which I think helps one have the long term perspective that is needed in the area of planning. What do you see as the best solutions, both long and short term, for economic development in Petaluma? Economic development in Petaluma will flourish first and foremost by maintaining and enhancing a business -friendly climate while always being mindful of Petaluma's family culture and its rich history. Property owners and developers should be encouraged and incentivized to put property to its highest and best use, and should always be treated fairly and efficiently in processing permit, variance and other requests. A proper balance of types of housing and stimulating positive infill development are key to Petaluma's economic future. Imagine yourself as a visitor to Petaluma. What do you see physically, economically, and environmentally as you walk around town? Visitors to Petaluma will see a wonderful downtown which is vibrant economically but which still has much potential to fulfill. They see a great mix of uses and different businesses within an attractive historic setting. They will see some underutilized areas and properties which hold great promise if developed wisely. Visitors will see the great asset that we have in the Petaluma River, the pedestrian -bicycle friendly enhancements that the city has implemented to date and the potential to make the River and adjacent areas an even better and more useable part of our city. They will see the railroad tracks, bridges and related facilities which could be utilized to the betterment of the city. Visitors will see some of our many parks which serve the city well but which would welcome the addition of new parks especially as our population and visitor numbers increase. The General Plan is the guiding document and vision for the City. How would you interpret the policies 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? 37 Supplemental Questionnaire — Christopher Arras Page 2 I would interpret the Plan according to its spirit, first of all, but I also would not attempt to read into the Plan something that is not there. I would always give great weight to the recommendation of staff and to the precedent set by the City Council in its prior decisions. I would be flexible to be consistent with the Plan's spirit but not so flexible as to make the Plan's wording meaningless or to create an appearance of arbitrary or capricious decision -making. 1 would be comfortable evaluating proposed land uses allowed in the Plan on their individual merits and employing the discretion allowed in individual cases to vote against approval when appropriate and necessary. The 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? This is a complex question and one not easily answered in a few sentences. Among the city government's policies and programs which are important to the historic and cultural essence of Petaluma are the guidance provided by SPARC in the exercise of its discretion as overseen by the Council; proper enforcement of the Central Specific plan; and full utilization of PCDC funds in a manner consistent with the history and architecture of Petaluma. The new General Plan should go a long way toward promoting these goals once it is adopted and used as the governing planning document for the city. How would you address current and future flooding issues for Petaluma? This is another question not susceptible of a brief answer. Flooding issues must be studied thoroughly to assure that everything is being done which can be done in an economically feasible manner to divert, absorb and otherwise control excessive water flow during the rainy season. Property usage and construction in the flood plain should be considered carefully, both from a systemic standpoint and, assuming some types of construction are allowed, from the unique problems and issue presented by each proposed usage. How would you address current and future traffic congestion in Petaluma? There is no question that additional traffic congestion relief is needed, with the principal issues being which locations and methods of roadway expansion should be used and how should those various options be prioritized. At the same time, making Petaluma as pedestrian, bicycle and small vehicle friendly as possible is extremely important, both to alleviate congestion and to improve the quality of life. Mixed use development is important to help minimize the need for motor vehicle use within the city. Any future major developments should be carefully analyzed as to traffic impacts, and mitigations should be implemented which not only absorb the additional traffic created but which improve the status quo, whenever possible. IN Supplemental Questionnaire — Christopher Arras Page 3 What infill policies do you think should be adopted in light of the Urban Growth Boundary passed by the voters? The Urban Growth Boundary is a very important part of Petaluma's vision for how it will evolve and grow. Infill should be strongly encouraged to create a good balance of housing and commercial development, including mixed use projects when they make sense. Types of housing need to be carefully balanced and to the maximum extent possible should be consistent with Petaluma's rich history and its family culture. Property in the downtown and Central Specific areas should be utilized to the most efficient extent possible while at the same time being respectful of property rights and Petaluma's history. 39 `SALULr nv Zr1 .�j�. �41�,� �' lty of Petaluma, Ci forzzia v,.. City Board, Commission �r r and Committee Application Instructions: Use this form'``kof 'iWserve on any of the City of Petaluma, California's Boards, Commissions, or Committees. Please fill out the form completely. If a question does not apply, type or write N/A in the space provided. When completed, please forward to the Office of the City Clerk, I I English Street, Petaluma, CA 94952. All applications are reviewed by the City Council. Name: ry _.. �``1 .fs rJ i Yrz-, �, 3rl r l s 't'Yi � � ✓� j�t Y Yc_ j I `Mw . l t, j� Home. Address, City, State and Zip Code: -Fz-, rat q S 2— M '� C P_CLr— Q COr� C0—'s4 , ij-P� YES ❑ NO I /� Pi ox. �7 it e c4,rs I_ p 4 I -e-��GC'tMmu. �•. co,7C71ow Have you attended a meeting of this body? Have you served on, interviewed, or applied for this ❑ YES NO Q}`"''� V•c p.a ❑ YES NO Present Employer: 'd- Job Title: A-�e- Previous Governmental Bodies/Elective Offices you have served, Position/Office Held and Dates: ( Cc\ v i S Uj N Lc•�-nrwq . -k=—F� r •�„ —/�, Civic or Charitable Organization to which you have belonged, Position/Office Held, and Dates:' � Y P",L C, I What Special Interests/Skills/Talents would you'bring, ta this Bo ard;Commission, or Committee? ,A4 Uri College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attended f Major Subject Dates,-Degree/Date): CII Special Awards or Recognition Received: Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Board, Commission or Committee, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory body: Is there any other information that you feel would be useful to theCity Cou cil iri reviewing`your' application? Are you `associdtetl with` any Organization/Employment' that rnigh't, be tleemed a conflict of inte'rest in erformih ourdutiesif:a ointedif this. osition? ❑ YES ANO If yes„please state name of Organization/Employment, 'City. policy directs all appointed, advisory, body members not to -vole on matterswhere there. exists a potential conflict of interest. Would you be willinq to abstain from votinq if such a conflict arfse's?, YES ❑ NO How did you hear about tht/is opening? Applicant's Signature Date Revised June 1, 2005 43 ATTACHMENT CIIRISTOPHER E. ARRAS TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE What Special Interests/Skills/Talents would you bring to this Committee? I have developed a strong interest in the development and availability of advanced telecommunications technologies, both wired and wireless. In particular, during the past few years, I have through my own personal experience and studies as a consumer acquired a significant amount of knowledge about cable technology, both video and data, and the competitive alternatives. The current cable franchise with Comeast presents unique challenges and opportunities, all of which will make the negotiation of a new franchise a major undertaking; it is not too soon to begin preparation for that negotiation, and my knowledge and perspectives could be very helpful to the Committee when it begins to consider malting recommendations to the Council. I have kept abreast of developing technologies which could be utilized both by the new cable franchisee(s), as well as the competitors in the video and data industry, to provide the best possible cable and telecommunications services in the City of Petaluma. Additionally, although my practice is not specifically in the area of technology law or telecommunications law, I believe my perspective as an attorney will be very helpful to the committee in understanding contractual and other legal issues pertaining to current and future franchise agreements as well as other legal questions that my come up regarding technology implementation. College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attended: Dartmouth College, B.A., History (1989) University of California -Berkeley Law School (Boalt Hall), J.D. (1993) Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Committee, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory body: I believe that the Committee has a unique opportunity to help the City Council create the best possible technological opportunities for Petaluma residents and businesses. Studying and advising the Council regarding any outstanding issues as to the City's current cable franchise will be a primary objective. Inevitably connected to the current franchise issues will be setting the table for any future cable franchise. As the Council knows from its experience with the garbage and recycling contract process, it is never too soon to prepare for and begin negotiations for future contracts as well as to identify and attract potential competitors in order to maximize the City's leverage. I believe the Committee can be instrumental in advising the Council regarding specific objectives and strategies, both by studying the history of the current franchise and by educating itself regarding positive (and negative) results obtained in other franchising jurisdictions both in and out of California. The advent of affordable consumer wireless technology brings further opportunities for the Committee to provide constrictive input for the City. The establishment of WiFi service in downtown Petaluma pursuant to the Council's authorization is exciting and the Committee should closely follow its progress and advise the Council regarding possible modifications to or expansion of that service once sufficient time has elapsed to understand how it is actually being used. The Committee also can provide valuable information and recommendations regarding the City's provision of information and services via the internet and specifically the City website. Here, the Committee can also serve a valuable role in helping this resource become more user friendly and better used by the public, which in turn should lead to more efficient use of City resources (including freeing up more time for City staff from the providing of information and services over the telephone or in person).