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HomeMy WebLinkAbout19 - VNB Executive Committee NominationEW OP RHR iO 0"', S TO: CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH City Council Staff Report Agenda Item No. 19 November 22, 2011 HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: City Clerk's Office Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk 949 - 644 -3005, (brown @newportbeachca.gov PREPARED BY: Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk APPROVED: A TITLE: NOMINATIONS FOR THE CITY'S VOTING MEMBER ON THE VISIT NEWPORT BEACH EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ABSTRACT: As part of the agreement between the City of Newport Beach and Visit Newport Beach, Inc. (VNB) for destination marketing services that was adopted on September 27, 2011, the City will appoint a full voting member to the VNB Executive Committee. RECOMMENDATION: Confirm the nominations of Paul Blank (District 6) and Dennis O'Neil (District 6) by the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee to fill the voting member position on the VNB Executive Committee. FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: There is no fiscal impact related to this item. DISCUSSION: On September 27, 2011, the City of Newport Beach (City) and Visit Newport Beach, Inc. (VNB) entered into an agreement for destination marketing services. As part of the agreement, the City is appointing a full voting member to the VNB Executive Committee. NOMINATIONS FOR THE CITY'S VOTING MEMBER ON THE VISIT NEWPORT BEACH EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE November 22, 2011 Page 2 At the Regular Meeting of November 8, 2011, the City Council directed the City Clerk to advertise the vacancy pursuant to Council Policy A -2. Mayor Henn, Mayor Pro Tern Gardner, and Council Member Hill were appointed as the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee. The deadline to apply was Friday, October 21, 2011. At the conclusion of the application period the applications were forwarded to the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee for their review and scheduling of interviews. Interviews were conducted on Wednesday, November 16, 2011. Based upon the interviews, the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee recommends the nomination of Paul Blank and Dennis O'Neil. Appointment of either Paul Blank or Dennis O'Neil will take place at the Tuesday, December 13, 2011, City Council meeting. 14�VJI;191,IM;I,11 r_3111111:1AT11415 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). Submitted by: c,C k& , Leilan li Brown City Clerk Attachment: Paul Blank and Dennis O'Neil Applications Submit by Email APPLICATION FP[PMVE POSITION FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Residence District No. Verified by 1 y l ?011 OCT 17 AM 9-- 20 OFFICE O THE CTf CLERK CITY G THE, F FEAI` H Print Form CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 City Clerk (949) 6443005 Fax (949) 6443039 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/Citizen Participation). 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: Visit Newport Beach Executive Committee Name: Blank Paul Alan (Last) (First) (Middle) Cell phone Residence Address (required): Zip Code How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 23 yers Home Ph Business Address: Business Email Ad 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) Name and Location of Colleges / Universities Attended Major Degree Last Year Attended University of California at Los Angeles Psychology B.A. 1987 CONTINUE TO PAGE TWO I' Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization) Office Held (if any) Dates of :Membership Dates of Employment Urban Decay Cosmetics 05/1995- Present Unique Inns Southern California Area Rep. 01/2003- 12/2009 Select Registry, Distinguished Inns of North America Online Marketing Chairman 04/2003 - 12/2009 The Center Orange County Board Member (6 yrs), Board Chair (3 yrs) 01/1999- present 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 Urban Decay Cosmetics Luxury Retail Consumer Products IT Director 08/2010- present Pelican Eyes Hotel & Resort International Destination Resort Turnaround[Takeover Mgr 09/2009 - 07/2010 Casa Laguna Inn & Spa Boutique Hotel Owner 02/2000- 12/2009 References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City. 1. Name Thomas Purcell Address 2. Name Nancy Thompson Address 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 long been a goal of mine to serve the community in which I feel so privileged to live, Newport Beach. The Visit Newport Beach Executive Board seems like a perfect opportunity for me to contribute my skills and experience. I have strong Board Governance . experience having served in various positions on numerous Boards including three hospitality - related marketing organizations. I also served as Board Chairman at the Center Orange County during some of its most challenging financial circumstances. I am proud to say that organization now occupies its own building and is serving more of the community in more ways than ever before. As the owner of the Casa Laguna Inn & Spa, I recognized early on the importance of collaborative and multi - channel marketing in achieving the success for which the hotel is well recognized. My work specifically supporting events, initiatives and projects with the Laguna Beach Visitors & Conference Bureau proved to be of great benefit not only to my hotel but all hospitality- related businesses in town. Rather than competition, the restaurants, hotels, event venues and other attractions now enjoy an atmosphere of "cooperatition" which has contributed greatly to the revitalization of tourism in Laguna Beach over the last seven years. 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. (BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY] Signature Date 10/14/2011 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Residence District No. Verified by � - III I I I I :` M. OFFICE OF VHF CITY CLERK /y . Ll l ri TY 011 NIRNPORT KkH CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 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/Citizen Participation). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied fors 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 nLay be posted on the internet. NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: Visit Newport Beach, Inc. Executive Committee Name: O'Neil Dennis D. (Last) (First) (Middle) Cell. phone - Residence Address (required): Zip Code:. How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 40years HomePh Business Address: Business Email Ad Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? Z NO E] YES (if yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) Name and Location of Colleges/ , UnI4ersItIes�Attended - T t ` • ,MaJop rr Degree -' . Last Year "' _Attended ;( University of Southern California Political Science BA 1960 Hastings College of the Law Law JD 1967 CONTINUE TO PAGE TWO Prior or Currrent Civic Experience (Include membershio In professional„ charity -or comrriunityorganization),, _ Office Held (if any) Datesof _ ,Membership N;B. Citizen of the Year (2006) N.B: Chamber ofCommerce Chairman of the Board 1980 to Present City Attorney -- City of Newport Beach City Attorney 1971 -1.979 City Council Council Member —Mayor 1994 -2002 Charter Update Commission .Member Feb. 2010 to May 2010 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 Buslriess Title Dates of Employmenf O'Neil LLP Law Firm Partner 1994 to Present References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City. 1. Name Gary McKitterick 2. Name. Roger Kirwan 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. 1 have read with interest the September 27, 2011 report from City Manager Dave Kiff to the City Council dealing with the amendment of the agreement with Visit Newport Beach, Inc. for destination marketing services and recommending appointment of a City representative to the VNB Executive Committee. This staff report provides ,a good summary of the promotional activities of VNB to inform prospective tourists and visitors of the recreational, cultural, shopping and dining opportunities offered in Newport Beach. As a 40 -year resident, l am most familiar with and I have been able to enjoy and use the many recreational, shopping and dining facilities being promoted by VNB. I have also served for many years as legal counsel for they Board of Directors at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and in that capacity have a solid understanding of the taws relating to the governance and organization of non -profit corporations. I am supportive of the tourist industry and the financial and other benefits to be derived from increased business and visitor trade in our City. I am also mindful that a significant amount of the VNB budget is paid for out of transient occupancy tax revenues collected bythe City. I would welcome an appointment to serve as the City's representative on the VNB Executive Board as a means to provide oversight and improve the CIty/VNBpartnership. 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. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY] W1Signature Date October 7; 2011