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: Mayoral, District 2 and District 4 Appointments of Three Members to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission
Districts: All
Rec
ommended Action
Adopt resolutions appointing three members to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission.
Executive Summary
The City Council is being asked to appoint three members to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission.
The Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission studies all matters concerning mobility and traffic safety, including implementation of the General Plan Mobility Element, and makes written recommendations to the City Council and Planning Commission regarding measures that should be taken to promote mobility and traffic safety within the city.
The Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission consists of seven members appointed to four-year terms by district Council Members and the Mayor. In this case, the Mayor, 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.
Explanation & Analysis
Commissioner Josh Coelho was appointed to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission in August 2021 to fill the expired term of Commissioner Chuck Hunter. Commissioner Coelho is eligible for and is seeking reappointment for a term ending in December 2028.
Commissioner Bill Fowler was appointed to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission in January 2018 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Fred Muir ending in July 2021. Commissioner Fowler was reappointed in August 2021. Commissioner Fowler is not eligible for reappointment, leaving a scheduled vacancy for a term ending in December 2028.
Commissioner Philip Armstrong was appointed to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission in July 2024 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Verenice Garcia ending in December 2026.
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Commissioner Armstrong resigned from the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission in October 2024, leaving an unscheduled vacancy with a term ending in December 2026.
The City Clerk’s Office received seven applications from residents wishing to serve on the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission. In keeping with City Council Policy No. 88, the Mayor and representative Council Members from District 2 and District 4 have chosen the following five applicants to advance in the process and interview with the full City Council:
Mayoral F inalists
• Steve Nicholes – District 2
• Julianne Nygaard – District 1
District 2 Representative Finalists
• Josh Coelho – District 2
District 4 Representative Finalists
• Tom Schuck – District 1
• Lawrence Rothman – District 3
Exhibit 4 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 Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission are:
Commissioner District
Peter Kohl 3
Edward Newlands 4
Peter Penseyres 1
Diane Proulx 2
Members of the Traffic Safety & Mobility 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 three members to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission, the City Clerk’s Office will update the commission’s roster and coordinate the oaths of office and the filing of the appointees’ statements of economic interest, ethics training certificates 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 Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission
2. City Council resolution appointing one member to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission
3. City Council resolution appointing one member to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission
4. Applications received from residents advancing to the interview process Jan. 14, 2025
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-013
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY &
MOBILITY COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Commissioner Josh Coelho was appointed to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission in August 2021 to fill the expired term of Commissioner Chuck Hunter; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Coelho is eligible for and seeking reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Traffic Safety & Mobility 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 Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission, for a term ending in December 2028, or until a replacement is appointed:
Josh Coelho
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.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-014
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY &
MOBILITY COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Commissioner Bill Fowler was appointed to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission in January 2018 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Fred Muir ending in July 2021; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Fowler was reappointed in August 2021.
WHEREAS, Commissioner Fowler is not eligible for reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Traffic Safety & Mobility 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 Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission, for a term ending in December 2028, or until a replacement is appointed:
Tom Schuck
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. 2025-015
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY &
MOBILITY COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Commissioner Philip Armstrong was appointed to the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission in July 2024 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Verenice Garcia ending in December 2026; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Armstrong resigned in October 2024, leaving an unscheduled vacancy with a term ending in December 2026.
WHEREAS, an unscheduled vacancy on the Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission exists with a term ending in December 2026.
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 Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission, for a term ending in December 2026, or until a replacement is appointed:
Steve Nicholes
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.
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
Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission X
Personal Information
Name
Steve Nicholes
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 Employed
Occupation Engineer
Employer Cruise
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 4
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Interest
Transportation is evolving as robotaxis and personal autonomous vehicles come to market. Carlsbad citizens will benefit from the mobility and accessibility these vehicles offer, but it is crucial to proactively address the safety challenges these technologies will introduce. As a researcher in autonomous vehicles, I understand the complexities of mixing human-driven cars with AI-driven robots on the same roads. I regularly evaluate safety scenarios and lead engineering teams that develop risk-minimizing strategies. I also have a personal interest in safe, efficient driving in Carlsbad each time I transport my four children to local activities. I have seen the positive impact of safety-inspired steps taken by Carlsbad, from the “Slow Down Carlsbad” campaign to the speed humps recently installed within my neighborhood. I believe my unique blend of technical expertise and deep-rooted interest in keeping our roads safe will make me a valuable collaborator on this commission.
Please describe your educational background
I earned a PhD in Materials Engineering from UC Santa Barbara in 2009, based on my design and experimental work to create a novel network communication device. This research involved analyzing highly complex problems, designing and conducting unique experiments to test hypotheses, and developing innovative strategies to interpret and explain trends in data. I collaborated extensively with experts, strengthened my findings through peer review, presented the refined results in scientific journals, and built a foundation of analytical and collaborative problem-solving skills. This foundation will be valuable when addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by the Traffic Safety and Mobility Commission.
Please describe relevant experience
As an Engineering Manager at an autonomous vehicle company, I specialize in developing camera-based safety systems that help AI complete crucial tasks like identifying pedestrians at night. This involves rigorous data analysis to identify and implement strategies that close safety gaps. I can leverage this investigative spirit to help the commission critically evaluate proposals for deploying autonomous vehicles in Carlsbad, ensuring detailed consideration of both safety and public interest. Beyond technical expertise, I possess strong leadership and teamwork skills. I have successfully planned and executed complex projects on-time, fostering effective partnerships and consensus across different teams or groups. I believe strongly in the power of listening to my team members and embracing their contributions to achieve shared objectives. These skills are invaluable in a public service role and will enable me to effectively communicate with the commission, city staff, and the public.
Please describe your current or past community involvement Service to my local community has been a part of my life since my youth. Specific examples include:
participating in a public garden space restoration project in Santa Barbara; working the conveyor belt in a peach canning factory to provide low-cost food options; teaching free English classes to foreign speakers; and executing an Eagle Scout project in which I worked with local businesses to gather donations and fill school-supply backpacks for low-income students in my city. Most recently, my focus has revolved around volunteering as a chaperone for off-campus events at my children’s elementary school here in Carlsbad.
These varied experiences have expanded my understanding of the diversity of socioeconomic experiences within a community and the willingness of community members to contribute when presented with specific and structured opportunities to serve.
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
NA
Additional information or comments
As a remote worker, I have the flexibility to reside almost anywhere within the Continental US. When my wife and I began contemplating a relocation several years ago, we exhaustively researched various locations, consulted “best places to live” articles, and carefully weighed pros and cons. In spite of the high cost of living, Carlsbad consistently rose to the top of these evaluations and, after visiting in person, the decision was easy. I would welcome the opportunity to more fully integrate into and give back to this great community as a member of the Traffic Safety and Mobility Commission. Thank you for your consideration of my application.
Submittal Information
Submit Date: December 11, 2024 9:51 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 Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission X
Personal Information
Name
Julianne Nygaard
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 lived in Carlsbad for over 50 years and watched it grow. I think the traffic in Carlsbad is out of hand.
We need to think harder about traffic movement issues.
Please describe your educational background
1968 Bachelor of Arts, University of Arizona. Phoenix Arizona Please describe relevant experience
I have lived in Carlsbad for over 50 years. I have watched it grow from a small town to a lovely neighborhood community. I think increased traffic and ways to lessen it are a huge issue for our lovely community.
Please describe your current or past community involvement Served on Carlsbad Unified School Board, Served on City Council and on the Tri City hospital; District Board.
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
Magnolia School Site Council, League of Women Voters, and various local Sports Committees
Additional information or comments
Submittal Information
Submit Date: November 15, 2024 1:47 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 Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission X
Personal Information
Name
Josh Coelho
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 2
City Carlsbad ZIP 92010
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Employed
Occupation Construction Manager
Employer Davlyn Investments
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 currently serve as the Chair of the Traffic Safety and Mobility Commission and would like to continue my work ensuring that Carlsbad has safe, reliable and free moving streets for it's citizens. There are many improvements that we can still make in the safe routes to school program, Residential Traffic Management Program, and our streets in general.
Please describe your educational background
Bachelors of History, University of Arizona Masters, Business Admin (MBA), University of Southern California Please describe relevant experience
In addition to my experience on the commission, I have worked for multiple real estate and construction firms so I am familiar with the construction process and how to read construction documents. I currently serve as a Major in the United States Marine Corps Reserves.
Please describe your current or past community involvement Traffic Safety and Mobility Commission Big Brothers, Big Sisters United States Marine Corps Reserves
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
Traffic Safety and Mobility Commission
Additional information or comments
I look forward to serving the community in 2025 and beyond! Submittal Information
Submit Date: December 3, 2024 3:41 PM
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Josh Coelho
SUMMARY: Strategically-minded execu ve leader with 14 years of experience in opera ons management, commercial construc on and the mul -family industry. In-depth knowledge of development and construc on management of budgets of up to $125M. MBA in Business Management from the University of Southern California.
EXPERIENCE
Davlyn Investments
Senior Director, Construc on Services July 2023-Present Leads the day-to-day ac vi es of the construc on services department. Oversees the execu on of capital improvements, landscape design, value add projects, interior renova on, annual budge ng, acquisi ons and property due diligence.
Coelver Enterprises, LLC Jan 2021-Present
President
Coelver Proper es is a privately owned, bou que real-estate development firm in Southern California that has holdings of $4M to include short-term and long-term rentals of Single Family Homes. ● Conducted mul ple renova ons under budget.
● Maintained occupancy to meet defined revenue and net profit objec ves.
Commissioner, Traffic and Mobility Commission (Part Time, Volunteer Posi on) City of Carlsbad June 2021 -Present
● Study all ma ers concerning traffic and pedestrian safety. ● Approved mul ple revisions to city codes and plans involving traffic and pedestrian safety, parking, and school safety as part of Capital Improvement Program and Environmental Management Plans.
Irvine Company Apartments
Director, Project Development/Management Jan 2022-July2023 Led the development and execu on of major construc on and maintenance projects. Partnered with apartment opera ons, internal design teams, financial planning and apartment execu ve leadership to iden fy projects and develop scopes of work for projects valued at over $35M. ● Achieved savings in excess of $1M while assuring that all developmental milestones were met ● Aligned developmental and opera onal objec ves to ensure that all renova ons met underwri ng objec ves.
Director, Project Management Feb 2019-Jan 2022
Led the development and execu on of major maintenance and construc on projects for 7000+ apartment units with an annual budget of $29M. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment between community management, maintenance, project management and execu ve leadership teams. ● Reduced budget by $80M to achieve strategic goals as a result of COVID-19 while maintaining communi es in accordance with brand standards, regulatory requirements and leasing obliga ons. ● Decreased expenditures in mul ple aspects of maintenance lines of business by renego a ng pricing and fees by over $1M while maintaining the same quality of service.
Project Manager, Clark Construc on Group Apr 2017-Feb 2019 Managed the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Safety, Ver cal Transporta on (Elevators), Security and Food Service Trades on the North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood. Responsible for budge ng, design deliverables and construc on documents, contractual obliga ons and client interfacing. Project is a $490M design build delivery consis ng of 7 buildings, 1.5M SQFT, 2000 residen al beds, 1200 parking spaces, academic, office, retail, restaurant and dining spaces.
● Managed contracts worth over $125M while limi ng con ngency expenditures to less than 3%. ● Coordinated the addi onal design and engineering of an addi onal 10,000 SQFT of restaurant and retail space in order to meet client objec ves post final development.
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Major, United States Marine Corps Reserve (Part Time)
Execu ve Officer, Assault Amphibian School Ba alion April 2022-Present Serve as the principal reserve advisor to the Commanding Officer regarding the training and educa on of Officers and Marines in amphibious opera ons and the employment of the Amphibious Combat Vehicle.
Senior Watch Officer, I Marine Expedi onary Force Dec 2017-April 2012 Captain, Assault Amphibian Vehicle Officer, United States Marine Corps Company Commander/Lead Instructor Apr 2014-Mar 2017
Evaluate and manage all opera onal and administra ve ac ons for a 300-personnel unit with responsibili es across mul ple func onal areas to include administra on, logis cs, communica ons, motor transporta on, engineering and vehicle maintenance of assets worth over $150M. Administer and direct the support requirements for 11 formal curriculums with an annual throughput of 450 students. Selected from 60 Lieutenants across the Marine Corps to serve as the primary instructor of newly commissioned second lieutenants. ● Reorganized personnel structure to ensure func onal support despite a 20% reduc on in personnel. ● Served as the manager of Camp Del Mar which includes 4 family housing areas and 19 tenant commands totaling $2B in base property- coordina ng between facili es management, engineering and base security. ● Graduated 150 Marines (10 courses) for service in the opera ng forces as Platoon Leaders and Platoon Sergeants.
● Re-developed course curriculum to include course structure, classroom instruc on and course topics to facilitate an increase of 10 days of prac cal applica on and instruc on in a field environment, as well as the introduc on of 5 new class topics.
● Managed the safe employment of 13 armored vehicles in 200 mission scenarios and 65,000 total miles driven, as well as 36 live-fire exercises firing 160,000 rounds of ammuni on.
Platoon Leader Jan 2010-Apr 2014
Responsible for the deployment and employment of 15 Assault Amphibious Vehicles from US Navy shipping to inland objec ves ashore in concert with infantry maneuver, ar llery and close air support. Responsible for the safety and well-being of 50 Marines and up to 250 embarked personnel. ● Independently deployed to the Middle East in support of global con ngency opera ons. Conducted joint security exercises in East Timor, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia; trained partner militaries on the establishment and implementa on of proper security procedures, counter-terrorism tac cs, employment of armored vehicles and basic infantry tac cs. Accounted for and maintained 15 armored vehicles, 28 machine guns and 467 individual pieces of equipment across three con nents valued at over $45M.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administra on | University of Southern California | 2018 ● Business Administra on and Management - 3.8 GPA
● Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honors Society
Bachelor of Arts | University of Arizona | 2009
● Major: History, Minor: Poli cal Science, Middle Eastern Studies, Entrepreneurship – Cum Laude ● Intern, US Congress, Representa ve Jim Kolbe (AZ)
● Mortar Board Honors Society
● President, Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Member, Terraces at Sunny Creek HOA Landscape Commi ee Member , La Costa Fairways HOA Board
Graduate : Basic Officer Leadership Course (Top 20% out of 263 officers), Basic Instructor Qualified, Rapid Response Planning Process Cer fied, Ac ve Secret Clearance (Expires 2030), Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt.
Awards : USMC Commenda on Medal, USMC Achievement Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (X2), Global War on Terrorism Medal
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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 Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission X
Personal Information
Name
Tom Schuck
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 1
City Carlsbad ZIP 92010
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Employed
Occupation Group Product Manager
Employer PetDesk/Petvisor
Employer Address Remote
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
Life long resident of Carlsbad - having moved away and returned a few times, I have a love for Carlsbad and our streets but as we have connected to other cities, added more homes, and the world has made advancements in transportation- we have added problems to the scope of our road ways. Many years ago I worked for a traffic engineering firm so I have a grasp of the basics regarding traffic and mobility. As a father to a wonderful daughter and two dogs--- I have a vested interest in seeing our city focus on traffic and mobility for their safety and everyone like them.
Please describe your educational background
I have a MFA in Communications > Film and Television
Please describe relevant experience
2 years at a traffic engineering firm
Please describe your current or past community involvement I am an Eagle Scout from troop 748 here in Carlsbad, went to St. Patrick School/Church, and I am involved in the Tanglewood HOA. Recently my wife ran for and won a spot on our CUSD School Board
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
Tanglewood HOA
Additional information or comments
I am a proponent of the recent focus on pedestrian safety and flow of cars using traffic circles and encroaching curbs and lights to draw attention to cross walks and intersections. The cost to benefit is obvious and I think we can continue to investigation and pursue strategies that ultimately prevent pedestrian accidents or deaths.
Submittal Information
Submit Date: December 2, 2024 12:08 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 X
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission X
Personal Information
Name
Lawrence Rothman
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 3
City Carlsbad ZIP 92011
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Employed
Occupation Team Lead - Transmission Planning
Employer San Diego Gas and Electric
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
My family and I moved to Carlsbad in 2020 and are raising our children here. I have a vested interest in the community and want to use my experiences and educational background to give back to the community further.
Please describe your educational background
Master of Engineering, Engineering Management, Stevens Institute of Technology (2012) Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Rutgers University (2005)
Please describe relevant experience
I am currently working in Transmission Planning for SDG&E supporting developers integrate their renewable energy projects into the transmission system. I worked as a Capital Portfolio Manager for SDG&E prior, supporting substation and energy storage projects. I also had worked for the CM/GC on the Mid-Coast Light Rail Extension project, extending the San Diego MTS Blue Line from Old Town to UTC. The majority of my work experience was in the steel industry, working in a variety of strategic capital planning, operations, and maintenance roles in two facilities in New Jersey and California.
Please describe your current or past community involvement I have worked in a variety of roles with Habitat for Humanity, beach cleanups, and park restorations.
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Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
Director, California Metals Coalition (industry lobbyists) - August 2017 - July 2020
Additional information or comments
I am excited to serve my community and thank you in advance for consideration! Submittal Information
Submit Date: November 15, 2024 2:36 PM
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LAWRENCE “LARRY” J. ROTHMAN, PE, PMP
PR
OFILE_______________________________________________________________
Operations Management /
Process Engineering
Project and Portfolio
Management Construction Management
Strategic Planning Lean Manufacturing /
Six Sigma Change Management
WORK EXPERIENCE___________________________________________________
San Diego Gas & Electric October 2022 - Present San Diego, California
Project Manager, Transmission Planning / Grid Integration May 2024 – Present • T
eam lead for large generator interconnection agreements including contracts, financial securities, O&M billing, and construction support
Capital Portfolio Manager O ctober 2022 – May 2024
• Support the strategy and execution for Clean Transportation, Distributed Energy Resource, and Substation capital projects for the Electric Transmission and Distribution (ET&D) organization
• Review prioritization for investments and funding requirements with leadership • Develop and implement project management tools and best practices • Chair, ET&D Project and Portfolio Management Safety Committee – January 2024 – May 2024
S
tacy and Witbeck July 2020 – October 2022
Mid-Coast Transit Constructors JV – San Diego, California
S
tations Manager January 2022 – October 2022 • Team leader for implementation and closeout aspects associated with nine (9) new light rail stations work packages ($150M) for the Mid-Coast Transit Constructors (MCTC) Construction Manager / General Contractor (CM/GC) Joint Venture for the $2.1B SANDAG Mid-Coast Corridor Transit Project
• Oversee team of engineers, construction superintendent, and field personnel
Project Engineer July 2020 – January 2022 • Manage design and construction work packages associated with the stations work packages • Manager for two (2) new design-build parking structures and surface lots ($50M) adjacent to new rail stations
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2 Commercial Metals Company (CMC) / Gerdau June 2005 – July 2020 (Gerdau through November 2018)
CMC Steel California - Rancho Cucamonga, California
Engineering Manager August 2013 – July 2020 • Oversee portfolio of projects in facility to increase production capacity, reduce costs, improve safety, reliability and environmental indicators, and enhance product quality • Project Manager for $25M dollar plant environmental control upgrades (Recipient of 2018 Steel Manufacturer’s Association (SMA) – Achievement in Environmental Stewardship and Recycling Award)
• Develop and execute long-term strategy for capital investments and growth for facility considering market goals and product lines
• Manage team of up to five project managers / engineers and draftsman for capital projects department
• Facilitate relationship management with vendors, project sponsors, and city, county and state-level government officials and regulators
• Director, California Metals Coalition (industry lobbyists) – August 2017 – July 2020
Process Engineer III – Melt Shop January 2012 – August 2013 • Led Melt Shop operational improvement projects for new company acquisition that generates approximately $150M in revenue annually; projects reduced production costs and operational/ maintenance delays, and improved product quality control • Managed two operating crews (27 employees) of continuous casting and ladle metallurgy stir station areas
• Responsible for production area results related to product quality, cost, and safety • Led scrap (raw material) optimization project with achieved results of $3.5M savings in 2013
• Filled in as interim roles of other managerial responsibilities such as department superintendent and shift manager
Gerdau Sayreville Steel Mill - Sayreville, New Jersey
Process Engineer III – Melt Shop Maintenance December 2010 – January 2012 • Managed equipment reliability initiatives related to budgeting, goal setting, action planning, predictive maintenance, spare parts analyses, training, and standardization • Led major maintenance outage projects for the electric arc furnace and continuous caster
Area Manager II – Melt Shop Furnace January 2009 – December 2010 • Manager of main production area of Melt Shop with two operational crews (18 employees) • Led electrical power curtailments for demand and pricing with approximately $500k in cost savings for 2009 and 2010
• Led bidding process for Day Ahead and Real-Time electrical markets as PJM ISO customer
• Integrated Synchronized Reserve Program (electric grid reliability) in steel mill resulting in over $1M cost savings generation since its inception
• Facilitated annual action planning, execution of projects, troubleshooting of operational issues, root cause analyses, and development and training of process procedures
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3 Process Engineer I – Melt Shop June 2007 – January 2009 • Trialed and managed new raw materials, primarily for refractories and fluxes • Commissioned new Tundish Dry Vibe process with approximately $300k per year cost savings
• Standardized and trained ladle slide gate rebuilding practices with operators to increase equipment reliability and reduced production delays by over 90 hours per year
Management Associate
June 2005 – June 2007
• Participant in rotational leadership program that encompassed all areas of the business including safety, operations, business systems, maintenance, and engineering
EDUCATION___________________________________________________________
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Master of Engineering, Engineering Management
with Certificate in Project Management
Hoboken, NJ
September 2012
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY, College of Engineering
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
New Brunswick, NJ
May 2005
CERTIFICATIONS / TRAINING __________________________________________
• California PE: Civil Engineer (earned May 2024)
• NCEES PE Civil: Construction (earned September 2023)
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional – PMP (earned December 2013)
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Six Sigma Green Belt – CSSGB (earned March 2013)
• Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP) Regional Leadership Academy, 2018 – 2019 • Rutgers University, Mini-MBA in Finance, April 2006 – June 2006 • Cal/OSHA 30-Hour Certification – Construction
• OSHA 10-Hour Certifications – General Industry and Construction • Gerdau Engineers Advanced Training (EAT) Program – Melt Shop (two-year process metallurgy training program)
• Stacy and Witbeck Leadership Training
• Expressions Unlimited Toastmasters (member since February 2023) • Completed courses in:
o AGC Project Engineer Certificate Course
o Programmable Logic Controllers and RSLogix
o Basic Hydraulics
o Variable Frequency Drives
o Leadership Courses in: Leading Change, Leadership and Coaching, Situational Leadership, Teamwork, and Culture and Ethics
COMPUTER SKILLS____________________________________________________
• Microsoft Office, MS Project, MS EPM, MS Visio, Crystal Ball, Solver, Minitab, SAP, Oracle Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Smartsheet
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