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City Council Staff Report
September 27, 2016
Agenda Item No. 17
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk - 949-644-3005,
(brown@newportbeachca.gov
PREPARED BY: Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk
TITLE: Appointment of New Civil Service Board Member to Fill the
Unscheduled Vacancy on the Civil Service Board
ABSTRACT:
Due to the resignation of Jeff Herdman from the Civil Service Board, the City Council
has the opportunity to fill the vacant position pursuant to City Council Policy A-2 (Board,
Commission and Committee Appointments), City Charter Sections 702, 705, 710 and
the Maddy Act.
RECOMMENDATION:
a) Determine that the action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines
because it will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or
indirectly; and
b) Appoint Jane Della Grotta or Sharon Wood to fill the unexpired balance of Jeff
Herdman's term, which expires on June 30, 2018.
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
There is no fiscal impact related to this item.
DISCUSSION -
On August 5, 2016, Jeff Herdman resigned his position on the Civil Service Board.
Pursuant to City Charter Section 710, Mr. Herdman was an appointee of the City
Council. His term was scheduled to expire on June 30, 2018.
Pursuant to City Charter Sections 702 and 705, and City Council Policy A-2, the City
Council's appointee to the Civil Service Board will serve the balance of Mr. Herdman's
unexpired term.
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Pursuant to the Maddy Act and City Council Policy A-2, the City Clerk prepared and
posted a Notice of Unscheduled Vacancy on Monday, August 8, 2016, in the City
Clerk's Office, at the Central Library, on the bulletin board in the City Council Chambers,
and on the City's webpage, and published the Notice in the Daily Pilot on Saturday,
August 13, 2016. As provided in the Notice, applications were accepted by the City
Clerk's Office until 12 p.m. on Monday, August 29, 2016.
The City Council Ad Hoc Appointments Committee consisting of Mayor Diane Dixon,
Mayor Pro Tem Kevin Muldoon, and Council Member Tony Petros conducted interviews
on Tuesday, September 20, 2016, and are recommending that the City Council choose
either Janet Della Grotta or Sharon Wood to fill the unexpired balance of Jeff Herdman's
term.
Copies of the applications are attached hereto as Attachment A.
Appointment Process
Pursuant to Council Policy A-2, appointment to the Civil Service Board will take place in
the following manner:
A. The City Council will vote on the appointment simultaneously. The voting will be by
paper ballot and the City Clerk will tabulate and announce the results, including the
vote tally.
B. Each member of the City Council will cast one vote on the paper ballot. In order to
be appointed, the nominees must receive at least four votes.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
Staff recommends the City Council find this action is not subject to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not
result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment)
and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA
Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no
potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of
the meeting at which the City Council considers the item).
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A - Applications
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ATTACHMENT A
APPLICATION FOR -APPOINTIVE POSITION
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
City Clerk (949) 644-3005
Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out
completely so that the City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves
with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can
be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or on the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and
Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied for. if you are not selected for appointment during
that period of time, it will be necessary for you to re -submit an application if you are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Council shall be from the
qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: Civil Service Board
Name: Della Grotta Jane I LAndreasen-
(Last)
(First)
Residence Address (required): .. - .. . " Zip Code:
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 29 years
Business Address: N/A
Home/Cell #:
Business Phone:
Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations?
[]X NO ❑ YES {If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation)
(Middle)
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 742 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office
or employment in the City government.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services?
XX NO ❑ YES (if yes, attach separate sheet with explanation)
If applying for a position on the Finance Committee, have you declared bankruptcy in the last 10 years? ❑ NO ® YES
Please state any past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or
Committee you are applying for.
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May1981-Dec. 1981
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1, Name Kevin O'Grady Address Phone No.
2. Name John Cook, MD Address Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on a board, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications
you have which are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying.
As a Law Clerk for the City of Santa Ana (1978-80) an as an Attorney and Benefits Coordinator for the cities listed above,
concentrated on negotiating the best employee benefits for all employee groups, including Police and Fire. In Fullerton, I
administered all employee benefits, oversaw the hiring policies and process and was part of the City's negotiating team. i have
had many experiences including working with PIERS, appearing in Federal Court while I was eight months pregnant when a
pregnant employee alleged discrimination, and oversaw the drug testing program. I was at a Police negotiation when they
brought the canines with them, wrote ordinances and resolutions and generally interacted with the entire employee population. I
loved what I did and still maintain many valuable friendships from City employment. I would bring to the Civil Service Board that
skill set. I know how a city works, and ani especially well -versed in employee negotiations and disciplinary actions.
I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I have read and understand the
duties and responsibilities of the particular positions) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet.
(BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
I ,J I Signature Jane Andreassen Della Grotta Date May 9, 2016
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APPLICATION F i ., ,RPOINTIVE POSITION
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92550
City Clerk (949) 544-3005
Fax (949) 544-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out
completely so that the City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves
with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can
be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or on the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and
Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during
that period of time, it will be necessary for you to re -submit an application if you are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Council shall be from the
qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the internet,
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: Civil Service Board
Name: wood Sharon Z
(Last) (First) (Middle)
Residence Address (required): - . - Zip Cade: !
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 15 years
Business Address: INA
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Home/Cell #: —F—T—r
Business Phone:
Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations?
X❑ NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation)
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 70.2 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office
or employment in the City government.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services?
0 N0 [] YES (if yes, attach separate sheet with explanation)
If applying for a position on the Finance Committee, have you declared bankruptcy in the last 10 years? ❑ NO 0 YES
Please state any past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or
Committee you are applying for.
Among my responsibilities as Assistant City Manager, I managed the Human Resources Department for a year when its position in the
organizational structure was being evaluated. I was Secretary to the Civil Service Board during that time, became familiar with NBMC
Chapter 2.24, the Civil Service Rules and Regulations and the Personnel Policies, and worked on revisions to the latter two. I also
considered disciplinary appeals from employees that did not rise to the level of the Board. Finally, I was the point person for labor
negotiations, a role that I continued to fill for several years. In that capacity, I had frequent contact with representatives of all the
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occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years.
City of Newport Beach
Government
Assistant City Manager
1996-2011
City of Claremont
Government
Director of Community Dev
1984-1996
City of Irvine
Government
Senior Planner
1979-1984
City of Paterson, NJ
Government
Principal Planner
1975-1979
References, Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name Don Webb Address Phone No.
2. Name Liz Maxson Address Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on a board, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications
you have which are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying.
I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I have read and understand the
duties and responsibilities of the particular position(s) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet.
[ROS( MUST RE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
LlSignature bate May 10, 2016
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