CA Review CKM
Meeting Date: Jan. 14, 2025
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Geoff Patnoe, City Manager
Staff Contact: Tammy McMinn, Senior Deputy City Clerk
[email protected], 442-339-2953
Subject: District 2 and District 4 Appointments of Two Members to the Parks & Recreation Commission
Districts: All
Rec
ommended Action
Adopt resolutions appointing two members to the Parks & Recreation Commission.
Executive Summary
The City Council is being asked to appoint two members to the Parks & Recreation Commission.
The Parks & Recreation Commission performs the following duties:
• Makes recommendations to the City Council
• Advises the City Council in matters pertaining to the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of community recreation programs, of playgrounds and indoor and outdoor recreations, activities and facilities
• Advises and makes recommendations to the City Council on matters pertaining to planting, trimming, pruning, and care of all trees, shrubs or plants and to the removal of all objectionable trees, shrubs and plants in and upon any park of the city • Reviews tree-related issues and determines the needs of the city with respect to its tree planting, replacement, maintenance and preservation programs • Makes recommendations to the City Council on policies, regulations or ordinances pertaining to the care and protection of public trees and the selection of specific species of trees for designation along city streets, including the development of a community forest management plan for the city
• Hears appeals from decisions of the City Manager acting through the Parks & Recreation Director or designee, regarding the planting or removal of street trees T
he commission consists of seven members appo inted by District Council Members and the Mayor. In this case, the Council Member representing District 2 and the Council Member representing District 4 shall nominate one individual each to serve on the commission.
Members must be residents of Carlsbad and normally serve four-year terms, unless appointed to fill an unexpired term.
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Explanation & Analysis
Commissioner Joe Gisbert was appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in May 2023 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Michael Luna ending in December 2024. Commissioner Gisbert is eligible for and is seeking reappointment for a term ending in December 2028.
Commissioner Julie Knight was appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in January 2024 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Michael Sebahar ending in December 2024.
Commissioner Knight is eligible for and is seeking reappointment for a term ending in December 2028.
The City Clerk’s Office received 21 applications from residents wishing to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission. In keeping with City Council Policy No. 88, the representative Council Members from District 2 and District 4 have chosen the following four applicants to advance in the process and interview with the full City Council:
District 2 Representative Finalists
• Julie Knight – District 2
• Brandon Perez – District 2
District 4 Representative Finalists
• Joe Gisbert – District 1
• Dale Ordas – District 4
Exhibit 3 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 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 Parks & Recreation Commission are:
Commissioner District
Amy Allemann 3
Deborah Rasines 1
James Revell 3
Shelly Sander 1
Robert Winston 3
Members of the Parks & Recreation Commission are subject to the provisions of California’s Political Reform Act of 1974 and must file statements of economic interest each year and complete ethics training and workplace harassment prevention training every two years.
Fiscal An
alysis
This action has no financial impact.
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Next Steps
Following the appointment of two members to the Parks & Recreation 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 E valuation
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 appointing one member to the Parks & Recreation Commission
2. City Council resolution appointing one member to the Parks & Recreation Commission
3. Applications received from residents advancing to the interview process Jan. 14, 2025
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-009
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Commissioner Joe Gisbert was appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in May 2023 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Michael Luna with a term ending in December 2024;and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Gisbert is eligible for and is seeking reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission exists with a term ending in December 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 Parks & Recreation Commission, for a term ending in December 2028, or until a replacement is appointed:
Dale Ordas
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 14th of January 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
BLACKBURN, BHAT-PATEL, ACOSTA, BURKHOLDER, SHIN.
NONE.
NONE.
NONE.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-010
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Commissioner Julie Knight was appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission in January 2024 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Michael Sebahar with a term ending in December 2024; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Knight is eligible for and seeking reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission exists with a term ending in December 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 Parks & Recreation Commission, for a term ending in December 2028, or until a replacement is appointed:
Julie Knight
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 14th day of January 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
BLACKBURN, BHAT-PATEL, ACOSTA, BURKHOLDER, SHIN.
NONE.
NONE.
NONE.
Boards, Commissions and Committees
Application for Appointment
Agricultural Mitigation Fee
Committee
Arts Commission Beach Preservation
Commission
Community-Police
Engagement Commission
Historic Preservation
Commission
Housing Commission
Library Board of Trustees Parks & Recreation
Commission X Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission
Personal Information
Name
Julie Knight
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 2
City Carlsbad ZIP 92011
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Volunteer
Occupation
Employer
Employer Address
Work Phone 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 wish to serve.
X
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an individual Council member. X
Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. X
Exhibit 3
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Interest
I am currently serving on the PRC commision as an appointed commissioner and have been since Jan/Feb 2024. I was appointed after applying in Jan 2024 for the commissioner seat that was being vacated prior to the end of their term. I have already taken the ethics course as well as posted my financial information.
Over these past 6 months, I have become familiar with the commission's 5 year plan, our parks and their programs and gotten to know the other commissioners and PRC staff. I wish to be reappointed to my current role for a full 4-year term at the end of this term which is Dec 2024.** The PRC recently recommended the Robertson Ranch Park designs for the City Council's approval. I am proud to have been part of that process. I have learned very much these past six months and feel like I'm just getting started, so I wish to be reappointed for a full 4-year term with the PRC.
Please describe your educational background
High School and Community College, Portland, Oregon. Background is in construction, real estate development and property management, as well as 15 years in assisted living development, including feasibility, administration, marketing and sales.
Please describe relevant experience
I am a passionate outdoor enthusiast and participate actively in Carlsbad. My husband and I moved to Carlsbad 15 years ago from San Francisco, and we absolutely love the vibe, the people, the local activity, the parks, trails and community involvement in everything Carlsbad. We live next to Aviara Park and feel blessed by all the opportunities there. Our parks and trails are exceptional and we are familiar with many of them and looking forward to exploring more parks and trails. My career background in real estate, development and construction give me an edge on understanding the issues at hand.
Please describe your current or past community involvement For 10 years, I have been actively involved in the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Dept. as a volunteer in 3 very popular and beloved arts instruction programs for school children in Carlsbad and from a few surrounding areas. This involves up to 8+ volunteer hours per week from October through May of each school year, including the Leo Carrillo arts program enjoying 4th graders learning art skills and techniques.
I have also enjoyed volunteering at the fun Pop-up-arts programs at the Carlsbad Dove Library Children's Garden.
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
**As stated above, I am currently serving as a commissioner for Parks and Rec. I assumed the term of a previous commissioner that ended their term prior to their Dec 2024 term end.
Additional information or comments
I have enjoyed my ongoing volunteering experiences with the City of Carlsbad these past 10 years Being involved with such talented people, enthusiastic and adventurous school age children, and our wonderful and innovative programs is a daily inspiration. I am ever inspired to continue volunteering as long as I can.
Submittal Information
Submit Date: August 9, 2024 4:41 PM
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Boards, Commissions and Committees
Application for Appointment
Agricultural Mitigation Fee
Committee Arts Commission Beach Preservation
Commission
Community-Police
Engagement Commission Historic Preservation
Commission Housing Commission
Library Board of Trustees Parks & Recreation
Commission X Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission
Personal Information
Name
Brandon Perez
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 2
City ZIP 92010
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Retired
Occupation
Employer BikesOnline, Canyon Bicycles, Aalto Scientific (Carlsbad), Vista Outdoors {Irvine) Employer Address
Work Phone 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 wish to serve.
X
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an individual Council member. X
Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. X
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Interest
Appointee: City of Carlsbad Traffic and Mobility Commission Please describe your educational background
San Diego State University - Undergraduate - Cell & Molecular Biology University of California at San Diego - Graduate - Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania - Business Please describe relevant experience
I'm a discerning profession al providing leadership and Innovative solutions to complex challenges. I have served at the pleasure for the Mayor and the City Council of Carlsbad as an appointed commissioner for the Traffic and Mobility Commission and as a committee member of the Housing Element Advisory Committee.
My background In research, planning and operations provides me With a unique skillset to quickly analyze, asses and provide sound-based solutions; ensuring objectives are met with excellence. I have over 15 years of experience in the sports and recreation industries and 15 years in research and development. I have volunteered numerous hours with community leadership groups around the nation on recreational, sporting, trail maintenance events. Career Experience: BikesOnline (Carlsbad), Canyon Bicycles (Carlsbad), Vista Outdoors Inc. (Bell/Giro Helmets & CamelBak); Specialized Bicycle Manufacturing, Aalto Scientific (Carlsbad Medical Device, UCSD
Please describe your current or past community involvement - City or Carlsbad local state of emergency: E-Bike and motorized device safety local emergency - Carlsbad Sustanabile Mobility Plan - Carlsbad Improvement Plan - City or Carlsbad Traffic and Mobility Community Outreach - North County Youth Lacrosse -Volunteer - Bicycle Helmet Access:
Bicycle helmet handouts to schools/youths to promote sports protection/head trauma prevention.-Silicon Valley Leadership Group -Transportation Po!icy Committee - Bay Area Commute 10 Work Project Bike to Work awareness for Bay Area corporations. - Hunicane Sandy Relief Project (Specialized Bicycle Sponsorship): Primary lead for donations and monetary contribution to the victims of hurricane Sandy. Operating Diabetes San Diego - Coordinator for Diabetes awareness and blood sugar screening.
UCSD Fire Health Clinic. Volunteer health services for San Diego County Homeless and low income families.
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
City of Carlsbad - Traffic and Mobility Commission (2019-2023) City of Carlsbad - Housing Element Advisory Committee (2020) Silicon Valley Leadership Group - Transportation Policy Committee
Additional information or comments
It is a privilege to live in a great community with vast trails, parks, beaches, events, programs and recreational access for all generations. Our family has benefited from these great recreational programs and events. It would be an honor to serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and City Council as a member of the Parks & Recreation Commission for the City of Carlsbad; To preserve, maintain, protect and provide park and recreational access to our Citizens of Carlsbad and the public. Submittal Information Submit Date: May 6, 2024 11:00 AM
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Boards, Commissions and Committees
Application for Appointment
Agricultural Mitigation Fee
Committee Arts Commission Beach Preservation
Commission
Community-Police
Engagement Commission Historic Preservation
Commission Housing Commission
Library Board of Trustees Parks & Recreation
Commission X Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission
Personal Information
Name
Joe Gisbert
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 1
City Carlsbad ZIP 92008
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Retired
Occupation
Employer
Employer Address
Work Phone 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 wish to serve.
X
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an individual Council member. X
Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. X
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Interest
I have been serving as a Commissioner on the Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Commission since May of 2023. I would like to continue in this role in volunteering my services and time in enhancing the Parks and Recreation plans and programs.
Please describe your educational background
I have a BS Degree in Business Administration\Marketing Please describe relevant experience
I am currently a Commissioner on the Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Commission. Previously I worked 4 years for the city of Redondo Beach in the Parks and Recreation Department at the Alta Vista Tennis courts\community center and Wildlife park. I currently use many of the Carlsbad City recreational facilities and am a Tennis and Pickleball player.
Please describe your current or past community involvement For the past six years I have been helping serving meals at the Carlsbad Community Center. Before moving to Carlsbad I delivered "Meals on Wheels" for the Torrance Chapter for 4 years. I was also on the Board of Directors for this Chapter and was responsible for driving new membership and awareness. I served as a Eucharistic Minister for the Saint Lawerence Martyr Church for 5 years.
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
I am currently a Commissioner on the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Additional information or comments
Submittal Information
Submit Date: November 16, 2024 4:41 PM
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Boards, Commissions and Committees
Application for Appointment
Agricultural Mitigation Fee
Committee X Arts Commission Beach Preservation
Commission
Community-Police
Engagement Commission Historic Preservation
Commission Housing Commission
Library Board of Trustees Parks & Recreation
Commission X Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission
Personal Information
Name
Dale E Ordas
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 4
City Carlsbad ZIP 92011
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Retired
Occupation Lawyer/Mediator/Arbitrator (Retired 2023) Employer Ordas Dispute Resolution
Employer Address
Work Phone 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 wish to serve.
X
I am willing to be interviewed regarding my qualifications for appointment by the City Council or at the request of an individual Council member. X
Are you currently or have you ever been under contract with the City of Carlsbad? If yes, please explain below. X
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Interest
While this application is submitted for the Agricultural Mitigation Fee Committee, should a vacancy arise on the Parks & Recreation Commission, or the Growth Management Plan Please describe your educational background
Juris Doctor, Southwester School of Law (6/19/1966) Following admission to practice law 1/5/1966, in compliance with Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) requirements completed 25 hours of education and training every three years. This included 300 hours of education/training in mediation and arbitration in dispute resolution at various institutions, e.g., Pepperdine Law School and Loyola Law School.
Please describe relevant experience
Experience in the review, analysis, investigation, preparation of documents, e.g., briefs, opinions and articles, relating to trial, arbitration and mediation of civil disputes arising out of contracts, employment, accidents, products and professional malpractice.
Please describe your current or past community involvement Have served on the Board of Directors of the San Pacifico Community Association Board of Directors and the Vistamar Home Owners Association in Carlsbad over the last two decades.
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
Carlsbad Community Block Grant Committee; Kaiser/Permanente Neutral Arbitrator Panel; CA Dept. of Ins.
Mediator panel; CA Ct of App 2nd Dist. Mediator Panel; OC Sup Ct Civil Mediation Panel; LA Cty Sup Ct ADR Panel; SD Sup Ct Mediation Panel; N.C.B.A. Mediator Panel; S.D. County Bar Association Fee Arbitrator Panel; Pro Tern SD Sup.Ct; Pro Tern Sacramento County Sup.Court; and SD County Bar Assoc. Dispute Resolution Section, Leadership.
Additional information or comments
A copy of my most recent Curriculum Vitae will be provided upon request Submittal Information
Submit Date: January 31, 2024 12:00 PM
Jan. 14, 2025
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