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HomeMy WebLinkAbout17 - Appointment of a Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commissioner to Fill an Unscheduled VacancyQ �EwPpRT CITY OF s NEWPORT BEACH `q44:09 City Council Staff Report January 28, 2025 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: Jennifer Farris, Assistant City Clerk - 949-644-3006, jfarris@newportnbeachca.gov TITLE: Appointment of a Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commissioner to Fill an Unscheduled Vacancy ABSTRACT - Due to Sara J. Weber being elected as the Councilmember for District 7 for the City of Newport Beach, the City Council has the opportunity to fill the vacant position on the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission pursuant to the City Charter, City Council Policy A-2 (Boards, Commissions and Committees), and the Maddy Act RECOMMENDATIONS: 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 Kelly Denner or Travis Pirdy to fill the vacancy on the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission for a term that expires on June 30, 2025. DISCUSSION: Sara J. Weber was appointed to the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission (PB&R) on August 27, 2024, for a term that expires on June 30, 2025. However, after being elected to serve as the Councilmember for District 7, she resigned from her PB&R position. In compliance with City Council Policy A-2 and the Maddy Act, the City Clerk prepared and posted a Notice of Unscheduled Vacancy on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, in the City Clerk's Office, at the Central Library, on the bulletin board in the City Council Chambers, and on the City's website. In addition, the notice was published in the Daily Pilot on Sunday, December 1, 2024. As per the notice, applications were accepted by the City Clerk's Office until noon on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Pursuant to City Council Policy A-2, Mayor Joe Stapleton appointed himself, Mayor Pro Tern Lauren Kleiman, and Councilmember Michelle Barto to the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee. At the conclusion of the application period, the applications were forwarded to the ad hoc committee members for their review. 17-1 Appointment of a Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commissioner to Fill an Unscheduled Vacancy January 28, 2025 Page 2 The Ad Hoc Appointments Committee recommended the nominations of Kelly Denner and Travis Pirdy, which were confirmed by the City Council at its January 14, 2025 meeting. Copies of the applications are attached hereto as Attachment A. Appointment Process Pursuant to City Council Policy A-2, the appointment to PB&R will take place in the following manner: A. The City Council will vote on the appointment simultaneously. The voting will be done 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. To be appointed, an applicant 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 17-2 ATTACHMENT A DEC 5124 AI, ll-51 ,jTV CLERKS OFFTC APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION FOROFFiCE USE ONLY CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 100 Civic Center Drive Residence DistrictNo. Newport Beach, CA 92660 Verifiedby 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 an file fortwo years forthe position(s) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period of time, itwill be necessary foryou to re-submitan application if you arestill 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: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Name: IDenner Kelly I ic (Last) (First) Residence Address {required}; ZipCode: 2�6a How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 35 years Business Address: Home/Cell 4: Email Address: Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? ©■ NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) (Middle) NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office oremployment in the City government. Do you currently hold any paid office or employmentwith the Cityof 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 ever declared bankruptcy? Q NO ❑ YE5 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. nla 17-3 Name and Location of Colleges] Universities Attended Major Degree Last Year Attended Stanford University International Relations BA 2011 University of Virginia Darden School of Business Business MBA 2018 Prioror Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization} Office Held (if any) Dates of Membership Newport Beach Mayors Youth Council President 2006-2007 (?) St. Mark Presbyterian Church Member 2020-present St. Mark Preschool Board Board member 2024-present Newport Beach Distinguished Citizens Program Participant Oct -Nov 2024 Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years. Firm ❑r Organization Type of Business Title Dates of Employment Edwards Lifesciences Medical Devices Director, Marketing 2018-present Pacific Investment Management Ompany(PIMOO) Financial Services HR Generalist 2012-2010 References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City. 1, Name Andrew Mase IAddress ewport Beach Phone No, 2. Name Madison Gilbertson Address ewport Beach Phone No. Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on a board, commission or committee. Include anyspecial qualifications you havewhich are particularly appropriateto the position for which you are applying. I grew up in Newport Beach, ptayed AYSOsoccer at the parks. lumped off the pier and did the Monster Mlle as a Junior Guard. spent many hours exploring the tide pools al Little Carona and playing in the waves at Big Caron& t god engaged by the rocks al UtUe Coruna because my now husband knew that was one of"favorite places. I have spent manyhours waking and running along the Newport Beach shoreline where I can Clear my mind and feet mnneelad to nature. Buds Gully quiddy became a favorite local escape when t finely disrnvered its exislence a few years ago_ My husband and I roulinely work out at Irvine Terrace park using the outdoor fitness equipment. My family Pod 1 now liw m the Bluffs neighborhood in the serene seeing of"Back Bay. 3-4 limes a week we are oul. on the Back Say Irall running, walking, or bikirg and enjoying the sights and Sounds of nature. My 5.-yr old daughter is now playing on the same AYSO fields ghat I once lid and fry 2,5-yr old son Is enrolled in iS •cry first multi -Worts carnp at Marina Park this upcoming March. It is so special to me so share the same love for the outdoors and physical activity with my kids. My grandparerlta beneged from the wonderful faclliliea at the Onis senior cenlgr and my paranls ore ekuly to slartusirng sorrielime in the next few year;. Newpod Beech 16 full of racy I.- and natural vaaeuds for Bg ages and I am pminvesled in crsuring thug@ rgppuroos facililios are srowvrded wal for families and peaplo of all ages l0 enjoy. I geoVinely believe thal Iho beaches, pats and recrealbrialfacilities are the heart of what make Newport Beach the very best community to Iwe, work and play_ These sellings are where memories are nwde, friendships are forged, advenwre is sought and found, conncctiona fire modenature with , heads and bbdlez am exemised, and community comes together. Beyond my personal molrvations kirjoining this commi3sion, my proressional experience in loth the HR space and now marketing and commcrriel atmtcgy hoe equipped me to bring a balanzed people-flrsl p"pectMe end a structured approach to decision making. I belleue my experiencig in Marketing will also be an assetto the commission as we seek Io engage the community in The various City offerlrgs. I would consider d a privilege and an honor 10 serve on this commission and appreciate your consideration. Please reach out if you would like any other informallon on my background or mloWatlon in applying for This position t 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. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY] MSignature Kelly Benner Date 1215/2024 17-4 RECT CITY CLERKS OFFIC APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION FOR OFFICE USE ONLY CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 100 Civic Center Drive Residence District No. Newport Beach, CA 92660 Verifiedby klm� 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 foryou to re-submitan 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: Paris, Beaches, and Recreation Name: Pirdy Travis Lawson (Last) (First) Residence Address (required): Zip Code: 92660 How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 39 years Home/Cell 4: Business Address: Business Phone: Email Address: Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? 0 NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation] (Middle) NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office orempioyment in the City government. Do you currently hold any paid office orempioyment 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 ever declared bankruptcy? 0 NO ❑ YES Please state any past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or Committeeyou are applying for. 10MOM CONTINUE TO PAGE TWO 17-5 Name and Location of Colleges) Universities Attended Major Degree Last Year Attended University of California, Los Angeles Film BFA 2010 National University Education Credential Present Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization) office Held (if any) dates of Membership 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 Irvine Unified School District Education PE Coach/Sub Teach 9101119-Present Newport Beach Fire Department Public Safety Ocean Lifeguard 6101J01-8101/22 Corona Del Mar Water Polo Athletics Coach 2191J18-3101/20 References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City. 1. Name Mark Simon Address Phone No. 2. Name Mark Schulein 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. It has occurred to me in this divisive and strange time that it is very easy to be enraged or encouraged depending on what you take in. However, what people fail to see are opportunities of agency to affect positive change as opposed to merely being sidelined as things happen. As someone who has lived in this great city for thirty nine years and worked for it previously for twenty, I see this position as a great opportunity to enchance and improve upon the quality of life we are striving for while preserving these integral parts that make up Newport Beach. I have been fortunate to view the history of our city as an employee, a resident, and someone charged with protecting our visitors. Newport Beach is an incredible place to live and I believe I can help protect and preserve it. 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 positionls) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet, [BOIL MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY] Signature Date 1718/24 17-6