CA Review CKM
Meeting Date: Oct. 22, 2024
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Chadwick, City Manager
Staff Contact: Tammy McMinn, Senior Deputy City Clerk
[email protected], 442-339-2953
Subject: Mayoral Appointment of One Member to the Senior Commission Districts: All
Recommend
ed Action
Adopt a resolution appointing one member to the Senior Commission.
Executive Summary
The City Council is being asked to appoint one member to the Senior Commission. The Senior Commission advises and makes recommendations to the City Council on the special needs and concerns of senior citizens, including the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of senior citizen programs, activities and facilities.
The Senior Commission consists of five members appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. Members must be residents of Carlsbad and normally serve four-year terms, unless appointed to fill an unexpired term.
Explanation & Analysis
Commissioner Cecilia Schouwe was appointed to the Senior Commission in February 2023 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Patricia Mehan for a term ending in September 2024.
There is a scheduled vacancy on the Senior Commission. Commissioner Schouwe is eligible for and is seeking reappointment.
The City Clerk’s Office received 11 applications from residents wishing to serve on the Senior Commission. In keeping with City Council Policy No. 88, the Mayor has chosen the following two applicants to advance in the process and interview with the full City Council:
• Cheryl Dillon – District 4
• Cecilia Schouwe – District 2
Exhibit 2 contains the applications of the applicants moving forward in the interview process.
The Maddy Act (California Government Code Sections 54970-54974) requires that on or before December 31 of each year the legislative body must prepare a Local Appointments List, which contains the appointive terms of Board and Commission members that will expire in the next Oct. 22, 2024
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calendar year. The name of the incumbent appointee, the date of appointment and the term expiration date is also included on the list. Based on the prepared list, the City Clerk’s Office accepts applications (available on the city’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office) for any upcoming vacancies.
The current members of the Senior Commission are:
Commissioner District
Bruce Fitz-Patrick 1
Kathryn Rangus 3
Nelson Ross 3
Marcia Venegas-Garcia 2
Membe
rs of the Senior Commission are subject to the provisions of California’s Political Reform Act of 1974 and must file statements of economic interest each year, complete ethics training and sexual harassment prevention training every two years.
Fiscal Analysis
This action has no financial impact.
Next Steps
Following the appointment of one member to the Senior Commission, the City Clerk’s Office will update the commission’s roster and coordinate the oath of office and the filing of the appointee’s statements of economic interest, ethics training certificate and workplace harassment prevention training.
Environmental Evaluation
This action does not require environmental review because it does not constitute a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act under California Public Resources Code Section 21065 in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
Exhibits
1. City Council resolution
2. Applications received from residents advancing to the interview process Oct. 22, 2024
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Exhibit 1
Oct. 22,2024
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-234
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE SENIOR COMMISSION WHEREAS, Commissioner Cecilia Schouwe was appointed to the Senior Commission in February 2023 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Patricia Mehan for a term ending in September 2024; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Schouw is eligible for and seeking reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Senior Commission exists with a term ending in September 2028.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the following Carlsbad resident is appointed to serve on the Senior Commission, for a term ending in September 2028, or until a replacement is appointed:
Cecilia Schouwe
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 22nd day of October, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
BLACKBURN, BHAT-PATEL, ACOSTA, BURKHOLDER, LUNA.
NONE.
NONE.
NONE.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(SEAL)
Exhibit 2
Oct. 22, 2024
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Boards, Commissions and Committees
Application for Appointment
Agricultural Mitigation Fee Arts Commission Beach Preservation Committee Commission
Community-Police Historic Preservation Housing Commission Engagement Commission Commission
Library Board of Trustees Pa rks & Recreation Planning Commission Commission
Senior Commission X Traffic Safety &
Mobility Commission
Personal Information
Name Date of Birth :
Cheryl Dillon Required for Voter Registrati on Verification Home Address I District No. 4
City Carlsbad I ZIP 92009
Primary Phone I Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Self-Employed
Occupation Life Coach
Employer Equitable Mediation
Employer Address
Work Phone I Mobile
Acknowledgements
Yes No
I am a resident of the City of Carlsbad . X
I am a registered voter in Carlsbad. X
I am willing to file financial disclosure statements. X I am willing to complete two hours of state mandated ethics training every two years. X Are you currently an officer of or employed by the City of Carlsbad? X I am a Citizens Academy graduate. X
I am familiar with the responsibilities of the board/commission/committee(s) on which I X wish to serve.
I am willing to be inte rviewed regard ing my qualifications for appointment by the City X Council or at the request of an individual Council member .
Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, X please explain below.
Oct. 22, 2024
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Interest
I'm interested in joining the committee because I believe in the power of community and want to actively contribute to strengthening ours. As someone at the low end of the key age group this committee serves, I have a personal stake in fostering a vibrant , inclusive environment for those who are 50+ in Carlsbad . I want to foster connection by creating opportunities for seniors to connect with one another and with the broader community. Strong social bonds are crucial for well being, especially as we age. I'm excited about the prospect of developing and implementing activities that enrich the lives of our senior population. By actively involving seniors in community initiatives, we can ensure every member feels valued and included. This sense of belonging is vital for mental health and overall life satisfaction. I want to help create a thriving, connected community for seniors, and I believe my perspective, energy, and commitment would be valuable assets to the committee.
Please describe vour educational background
B.A. in Psychology Certified Life Coach Currently enrolled in SDSU Certificate program in Meeting and Event Planning
Please describe relevant experience
See above
Please describe your current or past community involvement I volunteered at animal shelters in NJ, Chicago and Encinitas. Years ago when I was living in NJ, I volunteered for The American Cancer Society's Walk for Life. I was a board member for my HOA when I lived in Chicago.
Oct. 22, 2024
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, {including. _ non-profit organizations) See above
Additional information or comments
Submittal Information
Submit Date : September 22, 2024 6:57 PM
Oct. 22, 2024
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Boards , Commiss ions and Comm ittees
Applicat ion for Appointment
Agricultural Mitigation Fee Arts Commission Beach Preservation Committee Commission
Community -Police Historic Preservation Housing Commiss [on Engagement Comm ission Commission
Library Board of Trustees Parks & Recreation Planning Commission Commission
Senior Commission X Traffic Safety &
Mobility Commission -
Personal Information -
Name Date of Birth:
Cecilia Schouwe Required for Voter Registration Verification Home Address I District No. 2
City Carlsbad I ZIP 92008
Primary Phone I Secondary Phone .
E-mail
Employment Status Retired
Occupation
Employer
Employer Address
Work Phone I Mobile
Acknowledgements
Yes No
I am a resident of the City of Carlsbad. X
I am a registered voter in Carlsbad. X
I am willing to file financial disclosure statements. X I am willing to complete two hours of state mandated eth ics training every two years. X Are you currently an officer of or employed by the City of Carlsbad? X I am a Citizens Academy graduate. X
I am familiar with the responsibilities of the board/commission/committee(s) on which I X wish to serve .
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City X Council or at the request of an individual Council member .
Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, X please explain below.
Oct. 22, 2024
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Interest
My application is to seek reappointment to the Senior Commission . I was appointed as a Commissioner in February 2023 to fill the remaining term of a Commissioner who had to exit prior to completing their full term. Having served as a Commissioner since February 2023, I have become familiar with the issues and matters handled by the Senior Commission. I have enjoyed my service and am seeking reappointment to complete a full term.
Please describe your educational background
University of Southern California Graduate School of Business Certificate, Managerial Policy Institute 1986 Pomona College Bachelor of Arts; 1974
Please describe relevant experience
I have been a resident of Carlsbad since 2001, having raised my family here and my daughters graduated from Carlsbad public schools . I appreciate the many services and recreational opportunities our city offers its residents of all ages. I am familiar with the administration of services provided by public agencies as my career in higher education spanned thirty years in the administration of financial aid. I served as the Director of Financial Aid at a California community college (Santa Ana) as well as at CSU San Marcos and Cal State Fullerton. Having managed services within the constraints of state and federal regulations, I appreciate the required stewardship of overseeing public resources. I believe my past experience provides a strong foundation to serve on the Senior Commission. I believe working with senior citizens is very similar to providing services to college students as both groups seek new skills and experiences and enjoy engaging with others in these experiences.
Please describe your current or past community involvement I have been providing free tax preparation services to the Carlsbad senior community through the AARP Tax Aide services since 2018. I have been a volunteer since 2018 and have volunteered primarily at the Carlsbad Senior Center but have also served on occasion at the San Marcos Senior Center . I have found this volunteer service quite rewarding and enjoy the engagement with our clients.
Oct. 22, 2024
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-p ·rofit organizations) I have served on Senior Commission beginning in February 2023 .
Additional information or comments
Submittal Information
Submit Date : August 25, 2024 3:27 PM