JANUARY 27, 2026, 6:00 PM
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 150 CITY PARK WAY
*IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT PUBLIC COMMENTS AND MEETING PARTICIPATION* City Council Members will be participating from the Council Chamber. Members of the public are invited to attend and participate at: the Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood CA As a courtesy and technology permitting, members of the public may provide remote public comment during public hearings and on business items via the City’s Zoom Platform. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology will be uninterrupted, and technical difficulties may occur from time to time. In those instances, so long as the public may still attend the meeting in person, the meeting will continue. In addition, the Zoom participation option is provided to the public as a courtesy in order to facilitate participation. If Zoom participation is not enabled, the meeting will continue with public attendance in person only. Members of the public desiring to provide comments as a part of the meeting are encouraged to either submit written comments by 3:00 p.m. prior to the meeting or to attend the meeting in person.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
The public is invited to participate in the City Council meeting using any of the following methods:
Please note that public comments are limited to the items listed on the Special Meeting agenda.
1. IN PERSON:
a. Members of the public can provide in-person comments in the Council Chambers.
Members of the public are encouraged, but not required, to fill out a speaker card. The Council Chambers will have seating available for members of the public to attend in person up to full seating capacity.
2. REMOTE:
a. Zoom: www.brentwoodca.gov/vcc or Zoom Webinar ID: 760 1397 0037 b. Zoom Phone Numbers. Dial Toll Free: (833) 548-0276 or (833) 548-0282 or (877) 853-5247.
c. During the meeting, each period for public comment will be announced, and participants may use the “Raise Hand” feature on Zoom to request to speak. (If you need instructions on how to use this feature, please contact the City Clerk by noon of the meeting date at [email protected] or 925.516.5182.)
3. E-MAIL
a. Public comments can also be submitted via e-mail to [email protected]. Any public comments received up until 3:00 p.m. of the meeting date will be:
1. distributed to the Council via email before the meeting,
2. posted online for public inspection at www.brentwoodca.gov/meetings and
3. later summarized in the meeting minutes.
b. As e-mails containing public meeting comments are part of the official record, note that personal contact information may be published if it is included with your e-mail.
4. TO WATCH OR LISTEN ONLY:
a. The public may view the meeting via one-way video feed by selecting the video option at the City Council Agendas’ link on the City webpage at www.brentwoodca.gov or via the City’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofbrentwoodca
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Zoom Webinar ID: 760 1397 0037
February 10, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers
150 City Park Way
Brentwood, CA 94513
City Council Zoom Link
A. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The public is permitted to speak on items that are listed on the Closed Session agenda.
In Person: Please file a speaker’s card with the City Clerk on the form provided on the counter at the back of the Chambers.
Zoom: Please use the Raise Your Hand feature in Zoom during this item to speak under Public Comments.
Members of the public wishing to speak during the public discussion of items that are on the agenda are requested to fill out the speaker form provided and hand the card to the City Clerk at the beginning of (or during) the meeting. Pursuant to Council/Administrative Policy, Meeting Rules and Procedures section 5.2 (Decorum Generally – Public), comments by members of the public are generally limited to five minutes, or less time if a large number of speakers is anticipated, or if approved by the Mayor. A speaker may not allocate his or her time to another speaker. All remarks shall be addressed to the Mayor. Speakers are urged to avoid unnecessary repetition in their remarks and instead simply indicate a agreement with previous speakers.
Speakers desiring answers to questions, at the invitation of the Mayor, may have a staff member provide a brief response. Alternately, a staff member may follow up directly with the speaker during regular City business hours.
In order to ensure that all speakers feel welcome to share their views, members of the audience are kindly requested to refrain from applauding or speaking to the Council from the audience without being called upon first.
D. BUSINESS ITEMS
D.1 Interview and consider selection of applicants, and, by motion, make appointments to the Planning Commission
Title/Recommendation
Following an application period, the applicants for the Planning Commission are interviewed by the City Council; candidates are then nominated by the Mayor and approved by the City Council. Following the interviews this evening, consistent with the Brentwood Municipal Code, the Mayor will nominate two applicants to fill the vacancies with terms that expire on December 31, 2027.
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct interviews and consider the selection of applicants, and, by motion, make up to two appointments to the Planning Commission.
E. ADJOURNMENT
Any disclosable public records related to an agenda item for the open session of this meeting distributed to all or a majority of the City Council less than 72 hours before this meeting is available for inspection at City Hall, located at 150 City Park Way, during normal business hours.
These writings will also be available for review at the City Council meeting in the public access binder in the entrance of the City Council Chambers.
Public comments received after 3:00 p.m. of the meeting date, but prior to the start of the meeting, will be emailed to the City Council, posted online at www.brentwoodca.gov/councilmeetingonline within one day following the meeting, and will be summarized in the meeting minutes.
The Closed Captioning provided via Zoom is auto generated. It is not the official record and is provided as a convenience.
If you challenge the any of the matters listed under 'Public Hearings' in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing
NOTICE
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the meeting room is wheelchair accessible and disabled parking is available at the City Hall parking lot. If you are a person with a disability and you need disability-related modifications or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (925) 516-5440 or fax (925) 516-5441. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. {28 CFR 35.102-35, 104 ADA Title II}
POSTING STATEMENT
On February 6, 2026, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted on the City Hall Bulletin Board, outside City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 and at our website www.brentwoodca.gov
A complete packet of information is available for public review at City Hall or on our website at www.brentwoodca.gov
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SUBJECT: Interview and consider selection of applicants, and, by motion, make appointments to the Planning Commission
DEPARTMENT: City Manager’s Office
STAFF: G. Harold Duffey, City Manager
Amanda McVey, City Clerk
TITLE/RECOMMENDATION
Following an application period, the applicants for the Planning Commission are interviewed by the City Council; candidates are then nominated by the Mayor and approved by the City Council. Following the interviews this evening, consistent with the Brentwood Municipal Code, the Mayor will nominate two applicants to fill the vacancies with terms that expire on December 31, 2027.
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct interviews and consider the selection of applicants, and, by motion, make up to two appointments to the Planning Commission.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
BACKGROUND
The purpose of the meeting is to conduct interviews for members of the Planning Commission and to provide recommendations to the Mayor as to appointments. There are currently two (2) positions on the Planning Commission that expired on December 31, 2025. Following an application period from October 15, 2025, to December 15, 2025, the City received a total of eight (8) applications, and, as outlined in the procedures below, the members of the City Council were provided copies of the applications. Each Council Member was then asked to provide the City Clerk with their selection of up to five applicants to interview.
Following the interview process and the Mayor’s recommendation, the Council may vote on the appointment of up to two members to the Planning Commission for twoyear terms. The interview and appointment process is as follows:
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Parameters
The selection and appointment of members to City commissions is subject to both state and local laws. At the state level, Government Code § 40605 provides that:
In general law cities where the office of mayor is an elective office pursuant to Article 5 (commencing with Section 34900) of Chapter 7 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 4, the mayor, with the approval of the city council, shall make all appointments to boards, commissions, and committees unless otherwise specifically provided by statute.
Brentwood is a general law city with a directly elected mayor, and is thus bound by the state requirement. In addition, Brentwood’s own Municipal Code sets out processes that must be followed for appointments to the City’s commissions. As relevant here, the Planning Commission process as set out in BMC Section 2.44.020 includes the following:
A. Qualifications. To be eligible for appointment to the planning commission a person must, at the time of the appointment, be a city resident. If a member ceases to be a resident, his or her position becomes immediately vacant.
B. Appointment. The mayor appoints the members of the planning commission, with the approval of the city council, and through an interview process that includes the city council.
C. Term. The term of office for each member is two years. Each member, unless removed by the city council, serves until a successor is appointed.
Appointments will be made to staggered terms to provide that no more than three appointments expire in the same year.
Process
At the meeting of February 9, 2021, the City Council approved the following framework, with amendments made at the meeting of December 12, 2023:
1. Selection of applicants to be interviewed
a. Unless an applicant has withdrawn their application, a compilation of all received applications will be provided to the City Council. b. The Mayor and City Council members will each choose up to five (5) candidates to be interviewed from among the applications submitted. The Mayor and each Council member will email their individual selections to
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the City Clerk. Each applicant that is selected by at least two (2) Mayor/Council members will be advanced for an interview. c. In the alternative to Section 1.b., the Mayor and City Council may agree to interview all applicants for a particular commission.
2. Interviews
a. Regular or special meetings may be held for the interview and/or selections of applicants for each commission. Unless the number of candidates otherwise permits, there will be one meeting for each commission. b. The purpose of each meeting is to allow City Council members to interview applicants, to provide recommendations to the Mayor on who could be considered for appointment, and for the City Council to consider approval of the Mayor's recommended appointees.
c. Each special meeting will be held in-person or virtually, and will be properly noticed and open to the public. Redacted applications and resumes of each applicant will be attached to the meeting agenda.
d. Public comment will be received on the special meeting’s agenda item. e. For virtual meetings, at the meeting’s start, the applicants will be in a separate private “room” or “lobby” (without access to the video or audio of the public meeting); for meetings held in person, the applicants will be seated in a room where there is not audio/video of the City Council meeting; and be brought in to the public meeting in sequence. (The order of sequence will be randomly selected by the City Clerk drawing names.) f. The Mayor and each Council Member will have the opportunity to ask one (1) question each of the applicants. Each Council Member will submit up to three (3) questions, in order of preference to the City Clerk no later than twenty-four (24) hours before the special meeting. In case of multiple Council Members having the same first or second preference question, a second or third preference question may be used. The City Clerk will review the final questions with the City Manager or designee to ensure there are no duplicate questions. The questions will not be shared with other Council Members prior to the meeting. The same questions must be asked of all applicants. Each applicant will be limited to three (3) minutes for each question. Limited follow up questions may be permitted by the Mayor, based on available time.
3. Appointments
a. After all interviews are complete, the Mayor, with the assistance of the City Clerk, will poll the City Council members on their top three choices, in order from first to last. The Mayor will then state his or her top three
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choices, in order of first to last, indicating which applicant(s) will be appointed to a full term, or to complete an unexpired term, if applicable, and submit them to the City Council for approval.
b. Following submittal of the Mayor’s recommended applicant(s), there will be City Council discussion and then a vote on each applicant, until all open seats are filled. If an applicant receives the majority of the City Council votes (including those of the Mayor), then they are approved. If any applicant does not receive a majority vote, they are not selected, and the Mayor could either make another recommendation or ask staff to advertise the Commission opening(s) again, seeking additional applicants.
In accordance with the procedure set forth above, the City Council will conduct the interviews of the selected candidates for the three Planning Commission seats and select new members. Until such time as new members are appointed and sworn in, the Planning Commissioners, whose terms expired on December 31, 2025, are authorized to continue serving until replaced. The candidates selected for interviews are:
Anita Roberts
Gerald Johnson
Jamie Tobin
Mark Anderson
Toheed Asghar
The next planned Planning Commission meeting is February 17, 2026, at which new members are anticipated to be sworn in, assuming the selection process is finalized.
CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC INITIATIVE
Not Applicable
PREVIOUS ACTION
None
DATE OF NOTICE
Not Applicable
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Applications
Anita Roberts Brentwood, CA 94513 ▪ ▪ linkedin.com/in/anitar-3ba9867 Executive Director Profile
Accomplished executive with vast experience in financial operations, budget maintenance, and strategic planning.
Result-focused financial executive with key capabilities in federal grants management, financial analysis, accounting procedures, budget management, and strategic planning. Skilled in general ledger, financial statement preparation, reconciliation, revenue generation, auditing, financial reporting, and treasury and cash management. Adept in project management, compliance, procurement, financial management, program initiative development, time management, collaboration, and coordination. An exceptional leader supervises, guides, and trains individuals and teams. Shows excellent written and verbal communication.
Areas of Expertise
• Consolidated Financial Reporting • Budget Management & Cost Control • Strategic Planning & Team Development • Payroll, Wage & Labor Law Compliance • Policy Writer, Loan Processing • Project Management & Grant Writing • Treasury Management & Auditing • Taxes, Depreciation, & Liability Management Professional Experience-Consultant-TIA & Associates Contracts City of Oakland/East Oakland Community Project
Compliance Accountant
Restructured the finance department, reorganizing teams, streamlining processes, and optimizing resource allocations.
Audit oversight, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Government Auditing Standards, training, policy and procedures, and software integration.
City of Dublin
Senior Accountant, May to August 2020
Responsible for the cooperative's month-end process, year-end process, internal audits, and various special projects. Maintain applicable worksheets for annual audits. Analyzed complex financial reports & records.
City of Emeryville
Senior Accountant, October to March 2020
Oversee general accounting functions and facilitate month-end closing procedures, including review of accruals and prepaid. Assisted the CFO in budgeting and forecasting exercises; prepared month-end close and reconciliations with explanations of variances from the budget and from prior periods as requested.
University of Pacific
Senior Acquisition Policy Analyst, October 2019
Analyzed the University's current acquisition policies and procedures. Wrote the University's Human Resource compliance policy for all faculty and staff. Met with the leadership and worked with business department members to access and write the H.R. manual describing each procedure's steps and requirements.
San Joaquin Council of Government, Stockton
Senior Accountant Consultant, September 2019-October 2019 Accomplishments included performing accounting processes and financial reporting procedures to monitor expenses, encumbrances, grant funds, project budgets, and revenue management using gross sales tax revenue to address transportation funding deficiencies in San Joaquin County.
San Joaquin General Hospital, Stockton
Senior Accountant Consultant, Jan. - Jun. 2019
Performed accounting, financial reporting, and budget control for the County Hospital. Processed bi-weekly and monthly payrolls for doctors and support staff of $300K, performed pre-audit, and prepared monthly journal entries, accruals revenue reconciliations, month-end close functions, and variance analysis. Performed budget-to-actual variance analysis and reporting for county review and approval.
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TIA and Associates, LLC, U.S. Virgin Islands
Senior Business Consultant, Sept. 2013 – July 2014
Provide Project Management oversight for the National Park Service construction project. Responsible for project planning and team development, including delivery, cost, quality, design-bid-build, design-build, CM At-Risk, and installing a fire security system.
Developed internal reporting for Region IV logistics and restructuring costs.
TIA and Associates, LLC, Small Business Development Center (SBDC), U.S. Virgin Islands, & Washington, D.C.
Director, March 2010- September 2014
As the SBDC Procurement Director, I assisted small business entrepreneurs. I built a credible, high-performing sourcing team from the ground up, including staffing structure development plans, metrics, contract templates, and tools. Lead procurement strategies to collaborate and formulate strategic sourcing strategies, identify and execute continuous improvement projects, and strategic initiatives across all indirect spend categories. I chaired cross-functional teams; communicated with project managers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure client satisfaction and retention-certified contractors as set aside in Hub-Zone, Women-Owned Business, Veterans, Veteran Disabled, and 8a certifications. Directly, monthly procurement lunches and training. I am certified in Project Management, PMI-PBA, and PgMP.
Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia, PA
Interim CFO, January 2007- August 2007
Monitored cash management and investment programs by interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures; analyzed and developed investment financial strategies; and analyzed cash flow operations for internal controls and revenue maximization. Ensure compliance with adopted Board budget decisions and state laws relative to expenditure limits by maintaining budgetary control over appropriations and expenditures. Present and make recommendations on significant financial actions and policy issues to the President/CEO and advise the President/CEO and the Board of Trustees on executing financial policy and other administrative matters.
Manage the implementation of accounting, fixed assets, inventory, payroll, and other financial division software upgrades and replacements. Responsible for the Airport's financial operations, including accounting, budget, rates and charges, debt management, grant management, capital program funding, audit, procurement, contract management, risk management, and materials management.
General Motors, Detroit, MI
Senior Accountant, June 2001 – November 2001
Participated in capital planning & corporate finance. Direct and facilitate complex team-based projects across various business functions to drive process improvement and corporate business initiatives. Accountable for key accrual process for Annual and Daily returns, Extended Coverage, Warranty, and Inventory-related control. I led the financial regression testing for global operational project management system enhancements, responsible for running and verifying finances in the global operating system.
Professional Experience-Direct Hire
__________________________________________________________________________________________ East Oakland Community Project
CFO, November 2023 - Present
I performed financial forecasting and budgeting, oversaw audits, and developed and implemented policies to ensure compliance with financial regulations. I managed and guided the finance team, ensuring efficient workflows in accounting, treasury, and financial reporting. I recommended a change to the board for the accounting system, followed by the successful migration and implementation of the new system. Additionally, I managed a team of four members.
Tony LaRussa Animal Rescue Foundation
Senior Accounting Executive, January 2020-June 2023
Managed staff of two, prepared and provided monthly financial reports to the board, instituted and updated financial policy and procedures, oversaw annual audits, and processed payrolls for 103 employees.
Virgin Group, Virgin Management: Tent Partnership
Business Development Manager, 2019-2023 (currently consultant) Develop and manage relationships with strategic referral sources from business organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce, business owners, and professionals, organizing events introducing key investors through roundtables and seminars for the Tent Partnership initiative.
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Government of the Virgin Islands, Virgin Islands
Deputy Director & Commissioner of the Department of Human Services, 2015-Mar.019 (Appointed by the Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands and reported to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget) Managed all U.S. federal grant operations, including federal auditors/grantors, in meeting regulatory compliance.
Responsible for revenue, receivables, and payables, including reconciliation of financial statements and preparing financial reports for program directors and auditors. Preparation of Monthly Financial Management Reports for three Senior Housing Facilities funded by a HUD population of 268. Review Tenant Ledgers and manage financial reporting to third parties. Preparation of Property Operating Budgets reviewed funds obligated for appropriations and contract authorizations. Responsible for reviewing and implementing financial controls, including payroll, daily cash flow reports, monthly balance sheets, income statements, and budget analysis and variance reporting. Mentored and trained staff on the Enterprise Resource Planning-Tyler-Munis system (ERP) for payroll allocation and fund management, monthly budget to actual variance analysis, and grant management modules. Took on all ad-hoc projects and brought projects to fruition timely.
Grape Tree Bay Hotel/567 SGB LLC
Managing Member/Owner, April 2010 – December 2015
I completed significant projects totaling $35 million, including the G-Resort hotel, and was responsible for the customary six extendedstay apartment units. Conducted the evaluation and finalization of the scope of work for the trades and assessed potential contractors and vendors. I reviewed construction drawings to identify issues requiring further clarification and obtained bids from qualified subcontractors. I held weekly job meetings attended by architects, engineers, designers, and contractors to ensure any material changes within the budget and maintain the project schedule. Supervised objective-based deadlines at job sites, scheduled, established, and enforced the sequence of operational activities at construction sites.
Hovensa Oil Refinery/Pinnacle Services, St. Croix, USVI Chief Financial Officer, November 2006 - February 2010
My team and I managed all aspects of financial and accounting responsibilities. Led the financial planning processes, including capital budgeting, and established and set financial goals supporting business operations and strategic directions. Managed corporate risk, including insurance and cash management; I also managed meaningful relationships with investment and commercial bankers, insurance brokers, accounting, federal compliance, and other financial services.
Secured a $72 million credit facility and a $135 million acquisition.
Detroit Lions LLC, Detroit, MI
Senior Accountant & Interim CFO, 2002 – Oct. 2006
Responsible for US GAAP, FASB, and Sarbanes-Oxley standards in all financial reporting. Drafted property schedules, completed assessments for pre-audits, and reviewed depreciation and amortization schedules on the new stadium — compared projections to reconciled reports. Managed treasury activities, including fund management, bonds, and daily cash. Maintained liability and asset records. Responsible for federal, state, and local fund reconciliations to ensure effective internal controls, including the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) compliance for applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and financial and tax reporting rules.
McDonald's Restaurant/AAP Enterprise Inc., Detroit, MI
Managing Member/Owner, April 1992-April 2001
Performed all management monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and financial reporting. Managed 135 employees and performed internal payroll functions and withholding reporting. Responsible for HR, training, cross-training, and executing weekly inventory controls for 1.3 million stores. Performed all pre-audit year-end processes. Completed monthly budget development and daily cash management
Pepsi Cola, San Francisco, CA
Senior Accountant, Jan. 1990-Jan. 1992
Worked alongside the new CFO and helped implement, manage, and control all financial-related activities of the company. Directly responsible for month-end accounting, bi-weekly payrolls, forecasting, strategic planning, and job costing.
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Education & Credentials
Ph.D. Education, Cultural Literacy Development, Walden University, 2018-2020, 2022-current Master of Arts in Organizational Management
University of Phoenix, Summa Cum Laude 2001
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice/Economics
Northeastern University 1978
Credentials
• Lean and Six Sigma, Black Belt Certification, 2013
• Project Management, PMI-PBA, PgMP
Professional & Community Involvement
• STS Academy Board Member-Business Development Committee - present • Commissioner, Human Services, 2016
• S.E. Regional Board Member for the Department of Transportation • Planning Commissioner – Michigan 2003-2006, Planning Commissioner-Brentwood 2020-present Awards
• Recognition, SBA Match Making Convention, 2013
• Nominee and Honoree as Woman of the Year, St. Croix and Congressional Recognition Award, 2012 Technical Proficiencies
• Microsoft Office Suite, MRI, Solomon, Timberline, Oracle-Accounting, Cost Point, Mas90, Great Plains, Advantage, Safeguard, JD Edwards, QuickBooks, People Soft, ADP Payroll, Yardi, Peachtree, Sage, Visio, Excel Advance; pivot, v-lookup, match formulas, Tyler Munis/ERP/New World, Eden, OnBase, NetSuite, MIP.
Mark Anderson
Cell: <on record>
email: <on record>
Over 40 years of professional experience in leadership, project / program management, analytics, operational and system process development and improvement, application and systems development, systems implementation and Management, presentation and problem-solving skills. Extensive experience in providing technical and business relevance for Kaiser Permanente for 9 years in several key management roles in support of the EPIC deployment and integration.
KPIT Pleasanton Technology Center – Mobile Employee (2008 – Today) Kaiser Permanente HealthCare Organization
Principal Architect, CDTS – Subject matter expert on Master Data Management (MDM). I spent 2 years working for the “Cancer Care Program” as a Solution Architect.
Principal Architect, DCSS – Review requirements, discuss options with Business, work with development and QA teams, provide an LOE (level of effort) and work with the project teams through deployment. I work with AEM (Adobe Experience Manager), IBM Websphere and Web Services – ETL and other batch solutions. I work with Epic web services and integration services. I am called into POCs and other programs. I work as the lead architecture for Blue Prism RPA (Rapid Process Automation) program.
Solution Design Team Lead, IMG SDI – Leading a team of technologists (Architects) to review, challenge, and uphold KPIT standards for all architectures going into deployment at KPIT. Interview and train new consultants and work on escalations / special assignments from IMG Sr. Management (see below).
Project or Program Management, IMG – I was “called upon” several projects or programs (including National Programs) during my tenure in IMG.
MarketLive (March 2006 – 2008)
Startup: ecommerce SaaS enterprise software company
Sr. Project Manager / SWAT Team Lead
Metreo Software (Aug 2004 – March 2006)
Startup: Price optimization enterprise software company Director of Professional Services
Senior Project Manager
DataFormation (Oct 2002 – Aug 2004)
Startup: Custom programming and enterprise software implementation services company Director of Professional Service / Principal Consultant Various Software Startup Companies (1984 – 2002)
Various Positions over the years…
Swat Team Leader
Director of Professional Services
Implementation Manager / Technical Trainer
Mainframe, 4gl, and HTML/web Developer
Systems Engineer
Education
Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) AEM Administration and Installation Class – 2016 Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) AEM Development Class – 2016 Epic 2015 MyChart, Epic 2015 Ambulatory, Epic 2015 Cadence TeamTreeHouse (online classes): Responsive Web Design, Advanced CSS, Node.js, Angular.js - 2016 ITIL v3 Foundations Certified – 2012
Dale Carnegie: Strictly Business (Management Class) – 2011 RSA Keon Admin (SSL), SecureID Admin (2 factor Auth.), ClearTrust Admin (SSO) - 2003 Genesys CTI-IVR Basics, Kana IQ Administration, SQL Server Administration – 2002 Ingres DBA/Open SQL Certified, OpenRoad 4gl Development, IBM SNA LU0, LU6.2 Administration 1992-96 CISSP and MCSE qualified, PMP started…
APIC’s Certification in Production and Inventory Control Manager (CPIM) Associate of Arts Degree (Business Data Processing), Chabot College Bachelor of Science (Information Systems Management), California State University Hayward
Professional Activities:
My career as a Software Engineer and Architect Professional stretches over 42 years. The majority of my experience remains in healthcare. During the past 17+ years at Kaiser Permanente, I have held numerus positions, including Principal Consultant (highest nonmanagement position). The highest award given to me by Kaiser was “Innovation of the Year” in 2011. Prior to Kaiser, I worked at several software ‘startup’ companies. One of these startups included my own company, DataFormation, which I ran for nearly 3 years. My most sought after asset throughout my IT career is possessing the ability to diagnose complex problems, which allows me to provide accurate and timely solutions. At times, this included traveling thousands of air miles and earning many hotel points while solving issues at Fortune 500 companies’ sites throughout the US. At the request of one employer, I moved my family to London for one year. My charter was to startup a UK/Europe Office.
My London team was successful, and the branch contributed the company’s IPO.
Community Activities:
I have served for 20+ years under the current banner of Men of Hope (MOH) Leadership Team. MOH is an organization whose charter is to lead the next generation of men. Our focus is on being a good husband, employee, and community citizen. I am also an active participant in many charities/events including:
Beyond the Walls – Homeless
Shadow Lakes HOA
Pillars of Hope – Women’s shelter/job counseling
Some Gave All – Gold Star Families foundation
Tri-Valley Seek and Save
AAOK (All About Our Kids) – Supporting our local ‘youth’ James Haley VA Hospital – Spinal Unit residence
Coached for six years in the East Diablo Youth Soccer League (EDYSL) I have become more involved/vocal about community issues over the past few years. I have actively participated in the following two initiatives: City of Brentwood Boundary Expansion and the Bridle Gate Development. Whenever I get some free time, you might find me at Cars and Coffee, Brentwood Cruise nights or “teeing it up” with the Antioch Golf Club (AGC).
Qualifications to Serve:
AA (Associate in Arts) Degree in Business Data Processing BS (Bachelor of Science) Degree: Business Information Systems (computer science) Dale Carnegie: Strictly Business (Management Class)
Technology Certifications: Too many to list…
A 24-year Brentwood resident (Phase 1 in Shadow Lakes)
My wife and I plan to retire here, in our home city of Brentwood. My youngest daughter and her husband plan to purchase a home and start their family here in Brentwood. If chosen to serve on the Planning Commission, I will be motivated to steer the City of Brentwood, not only to the benefit of all current residents, but to enhance the lives of generations to come.
My motto is “Brentwood FIRST” … If you reside, work, attend school or run a business here, you come first. I do feel we should be good neighbors to our friends in surrounding cities, but I
feel we need to prioritize our own city and its citizens. Even if you live in a nearby city – to me, our policy should effectively remain - Brentwood FIRST.
I believe our City of Brentwood leaders should always give top priority to, and consideration of, existing and future residents. If given this opportunity to serve on the Planning Commission I will work diligently as a team member to assist the commission and our city in making the best possible decisions in regard to growth and development, public policy, public employees, and fiscal responsibilities while maintaining transparency and integrity. Most importantly, I will be a good steward of the City of Brentwood’s funds and the common good of its citizens and businesses.
Toheed Asghar
Brentwood, CA 94513
December 9, 2025
City of Brentwood – City Council
150 City Park Way
Brentwood, CA 94513
Re: Application for Planning Commission Appointment
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council:
I am writing to express my interest in being appointed to the Brentwood Planning Commission. My professional background, technical experience, and long-standing commitment to thoughtful community development make me well suited to serve. As a licensed general contractor holding multiple CSLB classifications: General Engineering (A), General Building (B), and specialty (C) classifications — I bring a comprehensive and practical understanding of construction, entitlements, and land development processes.
Over the past eighteen years, I have developed and constructed a broad range of industrial, commercial, and residential projects. My experience began in residential construction and expanded to complete over 90 successful projects including: ground-up retail developments, car washes, gas stations, school district modernization projects, government agency buildings, public parks and sports facilities, zero emission environmental improvement work, and complex sewer and water-treatment infrastructure.
Through this work, I have gained a clear, firsthand understanding of how planning decisions influence real-world construction practices, infrastructure capacity, neighborhood impacts, and long-term maintenance needs. As both a Brentwood resident and local business owner, I am deeply invested in the city’s future and strongly committed to supporting well-balanced, sustainable growth.
My technical background enables me to evaluate project feasibility from multiple perspectives, including grading and drainage, infrastructure and utility needs, site constraints, and overall constructability. I am skilled in interpreting zoning standards, design guidelines, and development agreements with attention to functionality, safety, durability, and long-term community impact. My experience allows me to bring realistic, practical insight to the review of proposed developments, including an understanding of costs, timelines, and the long-term effects on city infrastructure and maintenance responsibilities.
If appointed, I understand that my role must remain balanced, impartial, and firmly rooted in public-policy objectives. My intentis to provide informed insight—not detailed engineering or consulting advice. I will identify issues without acting as a project’s technical consultant, limit my comments solely to publicly available information, and avoid any conflicts of interest involving clients, competitors, or projects.
Ultimately, I am able to offer practical and high-value insight and effectively translate and communicate what this means to our community. I will support the Planning Commission in making well-informed, forward-thinking decisions which advocate for responsible development and enhancing the quality of life for Brentwood residents.
Having lived in Brentwood for thirteen years and raised my children here, I have witnessed the city’s tremendous growth and promise. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute my experience, perspective, and judgment in service to the city I am proud to call home.
Thank you for your consideration. I would be honored to serve and am happy to provide any additional information the Council may require.
Respectfully,
Toheed Asghar
Toheed Asghar
⌂ Brentwood, CA 94513
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven licensed general contractor with over two decades of business acumen and hands-on field experience leading complex, multimillion-dollar development projects from entitlement through completion. Accomplished and versatile leader with demonstrated success in delivering strong analytical and operational expertise across construction and development.
Well-versed in land-use planning, construction management, Public Contract Code, permitting, and regulatory coordination. Recognized for a collaborative approach and the ability to provide practical insight that supports sound planning decisions and thoughtful city development.
STRENGTHS AND COMPETENCIES
Financial Stewardship and
Cost Containment
Complex Contract
Negotiations
Infrastructure, Utilities,
& Site Development
Regulatory Compliance
(DSA, Federal, State, Local)
Property Development &
Entitlements
Construction Project
Management & Reporting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Saboo Inc. — Founder & Managing Director
2003– Present
• Operate multi-licensed General Engineering, General Building, Electrical, and Mechanical contracting firm delivering industrial, commercial, and public-sector projects.
• Successful completion of 90+ projects including: multimillion-dollar municipal and infrastructure projects, schools, parks, fueling stations, environmental upgrades, wastewater and pump facilities, roadwork, and commercial developments.
• Manage DSA, Federal, State, and local agency construction from procurement through closeout.
• Lead contract acquisition, budgeting, and negotiations with subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory agencies.
• Supervise up to 88 multi-trade personnel maintaining safety, compliance, and operational efficiency with on-time, compliant project execution. efficiency.
Toheed Asghar
⌂ Brentwood, CA 94513
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Commercial Property Development — Owner & Developer
1994 – Present
• Own, manage, and operate multiple commercial properties totaling 43,000+ square feet.
• Developed, entitled, and procured numerous industrial and commercial properties. • Strong working knowledge of conditional use permits, building permits, architectural design, civil and structural engineering processes, and plan-check requirements.
• Proficient in California Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes Private Post‑Secondary University Institutions — Director of Admissions • University of Phoenix
• National University
• American Intercontinental University
1992 – 2001
• Managed admissions departments across multiple university campuses. • Led, trained, and developed admissions teams to meet long-term institutional objectives.
• Created strategic enrollment plans and achieved consistent student-growth metrics.
• Developed transfer and matriculation agreements with colleges and universities. • Worked with major corporations to develop on-site adult learning centers.
Toheed Asghar
⌂ Brentwood, CA 94513
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EDUCATION
MBA – Master of Business Administration (Summa Cum Laude) Azusa Pacific University — 2009
BBA – Bachelor of Business Administration (Magna Cum Laude) National University — 1994
AA – Quality Control & Non‑Destructive Testing
Spartan School of Aeronautics — 1991
Additional Training: Multiple courses in finance, accounting, leadership, organizational management, and technology.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
California Contractors State License Board (Active):
- General Engineering Contractor — CSLB A
- General Building Contractor — CSLB B
- Electrical (C‑10)
- Plumbing (C‑36)
- HVAC (C‑20)
- Glazing (C‑17)
- Roofing (C‑39)
Safety Certifications:
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
ADDITIONAL EXPERTISE
• Public agency coordination
• Large‑scale municipal infrastructure
• Site feasibility and land‑use analysis
• Long‑term maintenance and operational planning
• Construction cost evaluation and budgeting