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Home My WebLink About26 - EDC AppointmentCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Agenda Item No. 26 June 22, 2004 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: Community & Economic Development, Planning Department George A. Berger, AICP, Program Manager 949/644 -3207. gaberger @city.newport- beach.ca.us SUBJECT: Recommendation from Economic Development Committee to fill EDC vacancy. ISSUE: Fill current vacancy on Economic Development Committee. RECOMMENDATION: 1. Fill current Economic Development Committee vacancy by appointing Ms. Jeannette Thomas as "At- Large" representative. DISCUSSION: Background: At their regular meeting of June 16th, 2004, the Economic Development Committee recommended that Ms. Jeannette L. Thomas be appointed to an "At- Large" position on the committee, replacing Mr. Robert Dunham who has recently resigned. Recommendation to fill Vacancy: An original member of the Economic Development Committee, At -Large representative Bob Dunham has recently resigned due to health concerns. The EDC's Executive Committee had previously reviewed Ms. Thomas' application, and was interested in having her join the Committee when an appropriate vacancy occurred. The full committee recommended Ms. Thomas' appointment at its meeting on June 16tH EDC Report June 22, 2004 Page 2 Ms. Thomas is a nine -year resident of Newport Beach, and she is an officeholder in the Balboa Peninsula Point Association. She is currently employed by the City of Santa Ana in the office of the City Manager; and was a long -time Contract Manager for Southern California Edison (see Application for Appointive Position, attached Exhibit 1). It is thought that the insight of a City resident who works for a local government other than our own will bring a fresh perspective to the issues tackled by the EDC. Submitted by: Prepared by: see C Attachment: Exhibit 1— Application for Appointive Position, Jeannette L. Thomas Z EXHIBIT 1 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION -. FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Residence District No. Verified by - CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 CITY CLERK - 949 - 644 -3005 FAX - 949 - 644 -3039 tECT1ONS: A separate application is required for each appointive position for which you apply. Applications should be filled out completely so that City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves with the duties and wnsibilides of the poshion(s) applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities ofthe positions can be obtained from the City Clerk's ce or on the City's website www.dty.newport- beach.caus (General InfalCid en Participation Info). Applications will be kept on file for two years fbe 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 are still interested in being considered. NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the t Council shall be from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the intemet. NAME OF BOARD OR COMMISSION: Economic Development Committee Name: (last, First Middle) Thomas, Jeannette L. Residence Address (required): 2033Seville Ave. Zip Code: 92661 How long have you lived in Newport Beach? Nine Years Telephone No.: (949) 673 -4871 Business Address: City of Santa Ana Telephone No.: (714) 647 -5200 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701 jEmail Address: jthomasb2033 @earthlinlc.net Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? Yes No _X_ (If so, explain on reverse side). Name and Location of Colleges / Universities g Attended Major Field Degree Last r. Y Attended California State University, Long Beach Public Policy MPA 2004 University of Redlands Business BA 1986 University of California, Irvine Development Certificate 1990 3 Prior or Current Civic Experience (Include membership in Professional, Charity or Community Organizations) Office Held (if any) Dates of Membership Balboa Peninsula Point Association Planning Liaison 2004 -2005 Balboa Peninsula Point Association Secretary 1995 Balboa Peninsula Point Association Spec. Events 1996 Orange County (Balboa) Philharmonic Society Fund Raiser 1997 9/76 -12/96 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 City of Santa Ana Local Government Exec. Asst. 2/01- Current Semi - Retired — (Worked part time Various Temp. Agencies Various 12/96-2/01 So. California Edison 11 Electric Utility Contract Manager 9/76 -12/96 References (include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City). n the space provided below, summarize briefly why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on a Board or Commission. Include any special qualifications you have which are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying: (THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT SECTION AND MUST BE COMPLETED FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION. IF MORE SPACE IS REQUIRED PLEASE ATTACH SEPARATE SHEET.) This application to serve on the Newport Beach Economic Development Committee is submitted for a variety of the reasons. Primarily, as a resident homeowner, I am interested in ensuring that the City maintains a well balanced approach towards preserving our beautiful environment, while ensuring that it remains economically self sustaining. I want to the City's efforts to work towards maintaining a healthy and thriving residential and s environment, while attracting new investment that will add to our economic tax base. recently completed my Masters Program in Public Policy and Administration with a GPA of .9 and will graduate with honors. My last class in this program was a directed research project )r which I prepared a study on the results of the Federal Government's Empowerment Zone rogram (Currently nominated for the J. Julian Baget Award). This $3.8 billion revitalization rogram underscores the need for all cities to act proactively to attract new business to their Dmmunities as well as retain existing business. Economists know that a strong business ifrastructure is the necessary element for maintaining a healthy and self - sustaining economic avironment; one, which will create jobs and add to a city's tax base. addition to my personal interest in Economic Development, I offer the following: 20 years perience with an Electric Utility; 20 years experience preparing regulatory reports and ponding to regulatory audits; 10 years Real Estate and Construction Experience; an active al Estate License; a certificate in Land Construction, Development & Management from ;I; 10 years experience in Project Management to include business analysis, budgets and As analysis; 10 to 15 years experience in Capital and Expense Budget Accounting and 10 experience making presentations to Senior Managers at Edison. As a member of the Newport Beach Economic Development Committee, I would contribute my efforts towards ensuring that economic development and job retention along with preserving our beautiful coastal environment remain permanent goals for the City of Newport Beach. certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my nowledge. I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular osition(s) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the Sig ature � 3 /9 Date 5 MAYOR Miguel A. Pulido MAYOR PRO TEM Brett E. Franklin COUNCIL MEMBERS Claudia C. Alvarez Lisa Sist Alberta D. Christy Mike Garcia Jose Solorio May 30, 2004 Mayor Tod Ridgeway City of Newport Beach 3300 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, CA 92663 Dear Tod: 5 ;T ; 1 . CITY MANAGER David N. Ream CITY ATTORNEY Joseph W. Fletcher CLERK OF THE COUNCIL Patricia E. Healy I was talking with my Executive Assistant, Jeannette Thomas today and she mentioned she is applying for the position of an "At- Large" member of the City of Newport Beach's Economic Development Committee. Jeannette has worked for me, in my office, for the past three and a half (3) '/2 years and has been an excellent member of the staff. She has contributed to our successful partnership with both the business and residential community of Santa Ana. As a long term resident of the City of the Newport Beach and 2 -term Board member of Balboa Peninsula Point Association, she would like to make a contribution, as a professional in government to her hometown. Jeannette has an excellent resume of professional positions both in local government and a long -term previous career with Southern California Edison. As a prior resident of the City of Long Beach she also served as a Board Member for the Los Alamitos Beach and Bay Preservation Association. I think very highly of Jeannette and offer a strong recommendation for her interest for your vacant position on the Economic Development Committee e. I would be happy to discuss her accomplishments here in the City of Santa Ana in greater detail at any time. Please do not hesitate to contact me at (714) 647 -5200- Sincerely, 4�f I David N. Ream C: Homer Bludau, City Manager 20 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA • P.O. BOX 1988 SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92702 (v TELEPHONE (714) 647 -6900 FAX (714) 647 -6954