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<,FORN'P City Council Staff Report
November 30, 2021
Agenda Item No. 27
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk - 949-644-3005,
(brown@newportbeachca.gov
PREPARED BY: Brandi Goodman-DeCoud, Assistant City Clerk,
bgoodman@newportbeachca.gov
PHONE: 949-644-3005
TITLE: Appointment to Fill the Unscheduled Vacancy on the Civil Service
Board
ABSTRACT:
Due to the resignation of Robyn Grant from the Civil Service Board, the City Council has
the opportunity to fill the vacant position pursuant to City Council Policy A-2 (Boards,
Commissions and Committees), City Charter Sections 702, 705, 710, and the Maddy Act.
RECOMMENDATION:
a) Determine this 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
this action will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly;
and
b) Appoint 1) Edgar Oglesby, 2) Laura Cowie or 3) Brian Moore, as ranked by the Police
and Fire associations, to fill the unexpired balance of Robyn Grant's term, which
expires on June 30, 2024.
DISCUSSION:
Effective October 5, 2021, Robyn Grant resigned from her position on the Civil Service
Board. Pursuant to City Charter Section 710, Ms. Grant was an appointee from a list of
nominees provided by the employees in the Classified Service (Police and Fire
associations). Her term was scheduled to expire on June 30, 2024.
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 Ms. Grant's
unexpired term.
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Appointment to Fill the Unscheduled Vacancy on the Civil Service Board
November 30, 2021
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Pursuant to the Maddy Act and City Council Policy A-2 (Boards, Commissions and
Committees), the City Clerk prepared and posted a Notice of Unscheduled Vacancy on
Tuesday, October 12, 2021, in the City Clerk's Office, 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, October 16, 2021.
As provided in the Notice, applications were accepted by the City Clerk's Office until 5:30
p.m. on Friday, November 12, 2021. Pursuant to Charter Section 710, on Monday,
November 15, 2021, the three applications received were forwarded to the Police and
Fire associations for their review. The associations ranked their nominations for City
Council consideration as follows: 1) Edgar Oglesby, 2) Laura Cowie or 3) Brian Moore.
Copies of the applications are included 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 nominee must receive at least four votes.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact related to this item.
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).
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment A —Applications
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ATTACHMENT A
APPLICATION FOI�ri 7� TIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
Residence DistrNewport Beach, CA 92660
Verified by n_ 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 he 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 ori the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and
Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the positions) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during
that period of time, it will be necessary for you to re -sub mit 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: rk
�ice Board
Name: Oglesby Edgar I'VIXon
(Last) (First) (Middle)
Residence Address (required): Zip Code: 92625
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 27 Years IHomelCell #: —11
Business Address: Retired Business Phone:
Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations?
■❑ NO M YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation)
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office
or em ployment 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 0 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? FE� 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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Name and Location of Colleges
Universities Attended
Major
('
Degree
Last Year
Attended
University of Southern California
Public Administration
MPA
1975
California State University Los Angeles
Political Science
BA
1970
University of California - Irvine
College
Professor
2012-2014
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in
professional, charity or community organization)
office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
Orange County Grand Jury
Member
2015-2016
Member
2015-2016
Fullerton College
College
Professor
1991 -2014
University of California - Irvine
College
Professor
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years.
Firm or organization
Type of Business
Title
Dates of Employment
Orange County Grand Jury
Grand Jury
Member
2015-2016
Fullerton College
College
Professor
1991 -2014
University of California - Irvine
College
Professor
2012-2014
Los Angeles Police Department
Law Enforcement
Police Lieutenant
1960-1991
References. I nciude names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
I. Name Charles Cortright Address I —�] Phone No.
Z. Name I Cathy Voreyer Address
Phone No. --
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on aboard, commission or committee. include any special qualifications
you have which are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying.
Based on my experience and education, ! believe that I could be of considerable value to tie Civlervice
Board. My knowledge of the civil service challenges has provided valuable insight and the ability to be fair
and objective. After residing in Newport Beach for so many years, I would like the opportunity to provide
my expertise.
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.
Signature
Date May 10, 2021
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APPLICATIONitMAPPDINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY OCT 14 8: 43 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 C'lure Center Drive
MY CLERK (}i= � iCc
Residence Qistrie � n ,� �- „ Newport Beach, CA 92660
CITY O' N'E VTO 'T BEACH City Clerk (949) 644-3005
Ver i#led.lay
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 sothatthe 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 Covernment/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 bythe City Council shall be from the
qualified electorsof the City. This document isa public record and may be posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: I Civil Service
Name: Cowie Laura Christie
(Last) (First) (Middle)
Residence Address (required): � � Zip Code:
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? Home/Cell #:
Business Address: Business Phone: n ,< I a
IEmail Address: I
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations?
r■ NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation)
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office
or employment in the Citygovernment.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services?
[■ 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? 0 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.
[ do not have any conflicts.
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Name and Loca..ti4.n.. of..collegesJ
Ni
D agree ,
Last
tte � fid::
LlY31Vef SitlQs Attended
.......ajor:.
,
NIA
Irl r dr Cureent,Ciyi;e Experience.,( -include membership in ^ ......
. office Held .....:. .... ....
::.:.Rates of
s prisfesston.a, charity yr:e6mhiunrty QrganixatiQn)'
(if ariy�"
e
;Memo rship `
Make A Wish
Wish Granter
2014 -Present
Newport Harbor Yacht Ciub
Race Comittee
2017 -Present
occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for
the last five years.
:;.....::4....:
rM... ar Ar ar+ilatis
Type'of Business:. :::.::
... fi#le
pates: of > mplayrrierit '
Compass Real Estate
Real Estate
Realtor
201$ -Present
First Team Real Estate
Real Estate
Realtor
2005-2018
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name Roily Pulaski Address n1a Phone Na.
2. fame Chantel Popadiuk Address nla Phone Nod ITM
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on aboard, commission or committee, Include any special qualifications
you have which are particularly appropriate to the position forwhl ch you are applying.
See Attachment
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.
?F30X MUST u CHECKEDI; `stJBMITTIN6 I -L CFPON1f"ALLY]
WSignature Laura Cowie pate 1 4124121
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I was hesitant to apply to the Civil Service board because I did not go to college. I moved to Newport Beach from Lincoln City,
Oregon when I was 18. That was in 2005, my dad was a Realtor in Oregon and my mom is in the escrow industry. So I threw
myself into Real Estate right away, and chose to self educate. Reading books, watching documentaries and developing an
emotional intelligence through life experience which has contributed to my current skill sets.
In 20071 started working with families in Newport Beach helping them find homes. My mission is to help everyone find their place
in the world. I have grown to know the in's and out's of Newport Beach by street because of my 10+ years of Real Estate
experience. I have developed so many meaningful relationships with families across the city and I love my job.
In 2015 1 wanted to go a little deeper into the community so I applied to be a volunteer at Make A Wish Foundation. There are
many volunteer roles within the foundation. The hardest volunteer role to achieve is a Wish Granter. A Wish Granter is an individual
that goes to a home of a child that has a life threatening illness and understands what that Childs heart felt wish is and then makes
it happen! After working very hard, I was able to become a Wish Granter. I sometimes felt that the families are helping me more
than I am helping them. They all were so strong, positive and are fighters. They fueled me to be more like them. I have granted too
many wishes in OC to count! I was chosen out of everyone in the entire MAW foundation to present the 6000 wish at the Make A
Wish Gala with the radio host Ellen K.
In 2015 1 decided that I wanted to become a member of the Newport Harbor Yacht Club because I had grown up sailing and it was
such a positive experience for me as a young adult. Again, I wanted to go a little deeper into the Newport Beach culture from land
now to sea! Most members of Newport Harbor Yacht Club have family members who were, I did not. So after many hours of
volunteering, developing relationships to have 1 main sponsor and 5 additional sponsors over a two year period I was able to
apply. It was a pretty vigorous process to say the least, multiple interviews with 3 different boards and then the last step they ask
every member if they have any discrepancies with me joining. After all of that I was able to become a member and I continue to
volunteer!
I have been a part of the community for so long now in many different capacities that I believe I would be a great candidate to fill
the seat for the Civil Service Board. I bring a complex understanding of many of the residents to the table. My own personal
passion for serving would be to gear the city towards being more localized. Most people don't have a true understanding of their
Constitutional Rights or the Bill of Rights. I believe it's my responsibly to prepare the city of Newport Beach with systems for the
road ahead.
I was hoping that the vetting processes of the two organizations I mentioned would give you confidence in my character and who I
am to be considered to serve. Thank you for your time!
Sincerely,
Laura Cowie
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APPLICATION F�P d� WW IVE POSITION
F.OR OFFICE_ USE ONLY
.Residence Uistrly�
.... ' Verifi0d by r
1.}•�� .. �5 ti ! �� E:• h.
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
104 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92560
City Clerk (949) 644-3405
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 outliningthe responsibilities of the positions can
be obtained from the City Clerk's Office oron the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gcv (City Govern me nt/13oards, Commissions and
Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the positions) 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 electorsof the City. This document is a public record and maybe posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: Civil Service Board
Name: Moore Brian I James
(Last) (First) (Middle)
ResidenceAddress (required): Zip Code:
Mow long have you lived in Newport Beach? 32 Home/Cell #:
Business Address:
Business Phone:
Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime orviolation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations?
0 No [f YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation)
1.
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office
or employment in the Citygovernment.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services?
0 ND ❑ 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 ar foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or
Committee you are applying for.
None
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I
:. ...frame..and Location ewe Last Year
Universitles Attended
Attended
Major . . Degree
.... ended .. ....
Dominican University of California Communications BA 2007
Concordia University - Irvine
MBA 1 2012
Pr[a.r:or:Currerlfi,CiVic Experience {inclUde mernbership in
prof essional charity or comrrnunity.grganixatiori]
Ofte Held
(4 any)
Membership q .
Dominican University of California
Alumni Board of Directors
July 2019 - Presen
Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church
Pastoral Council
July 2015 - June 2 '
Newport Beach roundation
Distinguished Citizen Program
October 2019
City of Newport Beach
Special Olympics Host Town Co
November 2014 - J
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position, List all positions separately held for the last five years.
:::.::...: irrri or i7rg i7itafion :
`iype of Business
Title
........ ...
Dates of Em loyment
Brian J Moore & Company
Consulting
Principal
January 2010 - Pr
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name Homer Biudau Address
Phone No.
2. Name Andrew Wood 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 appropriateto the position for which you are applying.
I have always been civically minded and am looking to continue serving the City of Newport Beach in a
more active role. I bring years of experience helping navigate organizations through long-term planning and
difficult situations, including reviews of employees and providing recommendations on the employees. Along
with my background in business, I always researching and reviewing matters and case studies, to help
organizations grow and make difficult decisions on projects. My experience media also has trained me to
look beyond the article or segment to understand what is being expressed.
Our civil service members are of great importance to our community and visitors. i feel with these
experiences I would be a great board member of the Civil Service Board.
I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the hest 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 an the internet.
!mox m u "I
Signature �rian J Moore DaYe 5/1212021
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