CA Review CKM
Meeting Date: Sept. 9, 2025
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Geoff Patnoe, City Manager
Staff Contact: Melissa Rhodes, Deputy City Clerk
[email protected], 442-339-2007
Subject: Mayoral Appointment of One Member to the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee
Districts: All
Recommen
ded Action
Adopt a resolution appointing one member to the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee.
Executive Summary
The City Council is being asked to appoint one member to the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee, which makes recommendations to the City Council for proposed expenditures from the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Fund, in keeping with Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 21.202.060.
The committee consists of seven members, including a representative from the Planning Commission. Members are 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
Committee Member Lin-Wei Wu was appointed to the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee in February 2024 to fill the unexpired term of Committee Member Spencer Burrows for a term ending in August 2025. There is currently a scheduled vacancy on the Advisory Committee for a term ending in August 2029. Committee Member Wu is eligible for but not seeking reappointment.
The City Clerk’s Office received one application from a resident wishing to serve on the Advisory Committee. In keeping with City Council Policy No. 88, Mayor Blackburn has chosen the following applicant to advance in the process and interview with the full City Council:
• Kathy Phillips – District 2
Exhibit 2 contains the application of the applicant moving forward in the interview process.
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Docusign Envelope ID: 47580958-F570-498E-90E8-B577A0084429 The Maddy Act (California Government Code Sections 54970-54974) requires that on or before December 31 of each year the legislative body shall 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 Advisory Committee are:
Commissioner District
Carolyn Alkire 1
Joe Brisbois 4
Jamie Householder 2
Olga Lichten 4
Peter Merz (Planning Commissioner) 4
Kevin O’Neill 1
Lin-Wei Wu 2
Memb
ers of the Advisory Committee are subject to the provisions of California’s Political Reform Act of 1974 and must file statements of economic interest each year and complete two hours of ethics and workplace harassment prevention training every two years.
Fiscal Analysis
This action has no financial impact.
Next Steps
Following the appointment of one member to the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee, the City Clerk’s Office will update the committee roster and coordinate the oath of office and the filing of the appointee’s statement of economic interest and ethics and 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 appointing one member to the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee
2. Application received from resident advancing to the interview process Sept. 9, 2025
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Docusign Envelope ID: 47580958-F570-498E-90E8-B577A0084429 Exhibit 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-202 .
A RES
OLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE AGRICULTURAL CONVERSION MITIGATION FEE CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WHEREA
S, Committee Member Lin-Wei Wu was appointed to the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee in February 2024 to fill the unexpired term of Committee Member Spencer Burrows for a term ending in August 2025; and WHEREAS, Committee Member Wu is not seeking reappointment; and WHEREAS, a scheduled vacancy on the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee exists for a term ending in August 2029.
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 Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Citizens’ Advisory Committee, for a term ending in August 2029 or when all mitigation funds have been allocated, whichever comes first:
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 9th day of September, 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Shin.
NAYS: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
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KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
____________________
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SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(SEAL)
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Kathy Phillips
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August 5, 2025 1:46 PM
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
Planning Commission
Senior Commission Traffic Safety & Mobility
Commission
Investment Review Board
Personal Information
Name
Kathy Phillips
Date of Birth:
Required for Voter Registration Verification
Home Address District No. 2
City ZIP
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
E-mail
Employment Status Self-Employed
Occupation Business Owner
Employer KSP LLC
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 2
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I’m passionate about preserving agricultural land and ensuring responsible development. Serving on this committee aligns with my values, and I bring experience in community planning and a strong interest in sustainable land use.
Please describe your educational background
Bachelor Degree Social Work, BSW Master Degree Education, Counseling, MEd Please describe relevant experience
With a background in education and counseling, I bring strong communication, collaboration, and problem- solving skills—essential for thoughtful decision-making. I’m committed to preserving agricultural land and believe my ability to listen, engage, and find balanced solutions makes me a great fit for this committee.
Please describe your current or past community involvement Master gardener in Alaska, seven years volunteering Flower Fields, 3 years lagoon platoon, 2 years Agua Hedionda Lagoon, currently looking at volunteering at events for the City of Carlsbad.
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Docusign Envelope ID: 47580958-F570-498E-90E8-B577A0084429 Please list all service on boards, commissions or committees, private or public agencies, (including non-profit organizations)
Years ago, I served on committees focused on supporting families in need and providing guidance in my workplace. My roles included organizing fundraising events and participating in an employment advisory committee, where we reviewed policies and provided input on workforce development.
Additional information or comments
Thank you for your time.
Submittal Information
Submit Date: August 5, 2025 1:46 PM
Sept. 9, 2025
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