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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09 - Special Events Advisory Committee Nominations�EW `Rr CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH City Council Staff Report Agenda Item No. 9 January 10, 2012 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: City Clerk's Office Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk 949 - 644 -3005, [brown @newportbeachea.gov PREPARED BY: Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk APPROVED: J�,, 0." TITLE: NOMINATIONS TO FILL THE UNSCHEDULED VACANCY ON THE SPECIAL EVENTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ABSTRACT: Due to the recent resignation of a member of the Special Events Advisory Committee, the City Council will be filling the unscheduled vacancy pursuant to Council Policy A -2, Board and Commission Appointments. RECOMMENDATION: Confirm the nominations of Paul Blank and Jock Marlo by the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee to fill the unscheduled vacancy on the Special Events Advisory Committee. FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: There is no fiscal impact related to this item. DISCUSSION: City Council Policy A -2 establishes procedures for making appointments to the City's various boards and commissions. The Special Events Advisory Committee (SEAC) was formed by Council Resolution No. 2009 -22. The Resolution directs the Mayor to make appointments to the committee, subject to Council approval. The recent resignation of a committee member necessitates the identification and appointment of a new member. The City desires to follow past practice in filling the vacancy which involved the NOMINATIONS TO FILL THE UNSCHEDULED VACANCY ON THE SPECIAL EVENTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE January 10, 2012 Page 2 screening of applications by an Ad Hoc committee of Council members, appointment by the Mayor and confirmation by the City Council. The Notice of Vacancy was published advertised on Saturday, November 5, 2011, and applications were accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2011. At the Regular Meeting of November 8, 2011, Mayor Nancy Gardner and Council Members Henn and Hill were appointed as the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee. 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, December 15, 2011. Based upon the interviews, the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee recommends the nomination of Paul Blank and Jack Mario. Appointment of either Paul Blank and Jack Mario will take place at the Tuesday, January 24, 2012, City Council meeting. 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. 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: �* �' Leilani I. Brown City Clerk Attachment: Paul Blank and Jack Mario Applications FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Residence District No, — / Verified by t if t' l 10II OCT 17 M 9: 20 O FU IF TLIFE CITY CLU l( Cip C'' 1.DW0t'I EAM Print Form CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport. Beach, CA 92663 City Clerk (949) 644 -3005 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 posidon(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 elector, of the City. This documents a public record and may be posted on the Internet. NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: Visit Newport Beach Executive Committee& Special Events Advisory Commi ee Name: 81ank I Paul (last) (First) Residence Address (require MEMEL= How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 23ryers Home Business Address Busint Email Alan (Middle) Zip Code: 92625 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) 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 Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membershipin professional, chanty 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 0412003 - 12/2009 The Center Orange County 8oard Member (6 yrs), Board Chair (3yrs) 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 ITDirector 0812010- present Pelican. Eyes Hotel & Resort International Destination Resort Turnaroundll'akeover Mgr 09/2009-07/2010 Casa Laguna Inn & Spa Boutique Hotel Owner 02f2000- 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 2. Name Nancy Thompson 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 particuladyappropriate to the position forwhich 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 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 muhi-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 particularposition(s) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY] Signature I Date 10/14/2011 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Residence DistrictNo. Verified by Will nil NOV 22 AM 9- 08 OFFCE OF THE CITY CLE Submit:by Email I I Print Form CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 City Clerk (949) 6443005 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/Citlzen 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 COMMfITEE: Special Events Advisory Committee Name: Mario I Jock Last (First) (Middle) Residence Address (requir Zip Code: 92660 How long have you lived In Newport Beach? 15 +years Home Business Add s Busini Email Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? pX NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) Name and Location of Colleges/ Universities Attended Major Degree Last Year Attended Western State Universty College of Law I Law JD 1993 USC Business BS 1988 CONTINUE TO PAGE TWO Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization) Office Held (if any) I Dates of Membership Dates of Employment Samuelson Gonzalez Valenzuela & Brown 4/2011 —current YMCA Naranja Nation Board of Directors Board Member 6/10— current Eastbluff Homeowners Association Board of Directors (President, Vice President, Member 2002 -2009 AYSO Youth Soccer Region 57 Soccer dad (not an official office) 2006— current 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 Samuelson Gonzalez Valenzuela & Brown Law Firm attorney August 2011— current Hart, King & Coldren Law Firm attorney 2002 - -2011 References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City. 1. Name David Lis 2. Name Kerry Simpson 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 forwhich you are applying. As a 20+ year resident (does renting count too ?) of the City, and currently a dad of two kids actively involved in local schools, sports, harbor sailing, boy scouts, indian princesses,jr. guards, etc. and husband of one wife actively involved in jr. charity league and other local lady activities, I think I have a good understanding of the City's visitor base and "brand" that the City has to offer. Altough I do not speclically know the precise Infrastucture or resources available to groups desirous of hosting their event in the City, I appreciate there is a fund allocation process and that process includes the participation of citizen committee members to listen to, question, and vet organizations. am a good listener, and good facilitator of group discussions. I have patience. I look forward to serving the City. Thank you. 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] F( Signature Date Nov 21, 2011