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Costa Mesa City Council
April 1, 2025

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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 2 / 3
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Dear city council members,
My name is Jose Toscano, and I am writing to express my interest in serving in one of two city committees: the Active Transportation Committee and the Fairview Park Steering Committee. As a longtime resident of this great city, I have been engaged and involved in finding ways to improve our city for all. This last year, I got out of my bubble and spoke with the residents. From the residents of Mesa Verde to Eastside, to College Park, to Westside, to Mesa del Mar residents, I spoke with people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and differing views, but what I found that we had most in common was our shared love for our city. I would like to serve on any of these committees to provide a new and fresh perspective. I applied to serve on the Parks and Community Service Commission earlier this year. While I didn’t get appointed, it brought a valuable experience that strengthened my motivation to serve. As the youngest commission applicant in the city's history at age 19, I found that age wasn’t a barrier to making a difference. I met residents of all generations volunteering their free time with the typical shared goal of improving the city and conserving what makes it great.

I want to serve on the Fairview Park Steering Committee because Fairview Park is an important part of our community and contributes to our city's uniqueness and beauty. I’m an active community member and have been a resident of Costa Mesa practically my whole life. I believe I can contribute to advising the council on ways to preserve the park and find common-ground solutions to improve it.

Fairview Park is a massive part of my childhood. When I was a kid, I remember my family couldn’t afford to go to many places, and we were fortunate enough to have a vast open green space in our city to enjoy and escape from the neighborhood where I grew up that lacked any green space. I want other generations to have the same opportunity that I once did and continue to preserve the accessibility and safety of the park for all residents alike. If appointed to this committee, I will attend every meeting and strongly advocate for its conservation.

As for the Active Transportation Committee, I would like to serve for various reasons. First, for the city to be inclusive of all residents, we must take steps to protect the safety of those who can not afford a car or would like to find healthier alternatives to commute, such as biking. However, we must also consider the perspectives of residents of the affected areas where the new bike lanes will be installed. As somebody who grew up in a low-income neighborhood on the city's west side, I’ve witnessed firsthand the concern of transportation. Many of my neighbors had no choice but to bike to commute to do necessities such as school, work, grocery shopping, etc. To this day, I engage with people who bike in Costa Mesa daily and have brought up safety concerns. We must realize that many residents simply can’t afford a car, and we must accommodate that to ensure their safety. If appointed to this committee, I will engage with all perspectives on the transportation issue and prioritize equity, sustainability, and community safety.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to see something done about planes flying over Fairview Park, which has been causing a lot of noise pollution. This has been a common concern for citizens, and I have heard a lot about it as it impacts the quality of life and the park's natural environment.

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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 1 / 2
Q1
Full Name:

Nicholas Lapating
Q2
Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

My career path has been focused on transportation and mobility. As a resident of Costa Mesa I want to apply my skill set to assisting in preforming my civic duty to help better the community in which i live.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? As a proud resident of Costa Mesa it has been amazing to see the growth that the city has experienced as well as the elevated commerce and cultural options. With that growth it will be imperative to have the proper transportation network of all mobilities as well as have a sound parking plan for areas that are over parked and with low inventory exceeding capacity.

Q5
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NICHOLAS

LAPATING
A twenty-year parking professional with a strong background operations throughout Southern California. A compassionate leader with a strong moral compass and a high emotional intelligence, who is focused on the success of his teams. Is process driven to achieve goals and often takes on changing tasks with tact, resilience, and poise.

EXPERIENCE

GENERAL MANAGER
LAZ Parking | Orange County, CA
October 2022 - Present
Currently responsibilities for operations management, business development, and client & customer satisfaction throughout Orange and Riverside Counties. Has also developed a strong, specialized operational team to support the diverse portfolio of locations including municipal, enforcement, transportation, healthcare, retail, restaurant, and commercial locations. In the first year as General Manager added an additional 10 locations through organic growth and winning new deals accounting for $378K in new annualized DLOP.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
LAZ Parking | Orange County, CA
July 2016 – October 2022
Managed the financials and operations of 80+ locations, 800+ employees and 50 managers throughout Orange and Riverside Counties. Oversaw growth of the OC market from 2.38M
DLOP increasing to 3.16M in DLOP over this period.

LOCATION MANAGER
LAZ Parking | Los Angeles, CA
August 2006 – January 2010

PORTFOLIO MANAGER
LAZ Parking | Los Angeles, CA
February 2010 – June 2016
Joined the LA region as an assistant manager of the 2nd location in the region. Worked in multiple roles helping to grow the region with a location count increasing to
over 200 locations.

LOCATION MANAGER
Signature Parking | Santa Barbara, CA
October 2004 – July 2006

EDUCATION
DOUBLE MAJOR: BACHELOR OF ARTS SOCIOLOGY & BACHELOR OF ARTS GEOGRAPHY University of California Santa Barbara
September 2005

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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 1 / 2
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Full Name:

Tiia Alcazar
Q2
Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I’ve seen the improvements made to the city’s bicycle network, but I think there is still a lot to do. Born and raised in Europe, I have a lot of practical experience of what a functioning pedestrian and bicycle network looks like and that is something I am passionate about seeing in Costa Mesa as well.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Improving street lighting
Improving bicycle and pedestrian safety
Q5
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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 1 / 2
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Full Name:

Trace Yulie
Q2
Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I have served on the ATC for two previous terms and would like to continue. I also serve as a bike ambassador for the UCI community.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I am primarily interested in bicycle facilities that improve safety for westside residents, including children biking to school and low- income adults using bikes as their primary form of transportation.

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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 1 / 2
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Full Name:

Joselyn Perez
Q2
Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I've been a resident of Costa Mesa for over six years and I currently live on the westside. I like to cycle as an athlete but I also ride for fun and to get around town. One of my favorite ways to spend my free time is charting out and exploring new bike routes through Orange County and beyond. I have a lot of experience with bike paths and cycling infrastructure all around California. I can spot ideas that look good on paper but don't necessarily work in the real world- sharrows immediately come to mind. I've spent time riding in Northern California and have seen really great concepts like San Francisco's "green wave", where traffic lights sync up to allow cyclists to ride smoothly at a specific speed. I want to bring my first hand, on-the-street, experience to the Active Transportation Committee.

Additionally, I grew up in a household where not all of my family members could drive. My dad rode his bike to work, day in and day out, until he retired. In his retirement, he gets around town by walking and riding an e-bike. This influenced me to see walking and cycling as not just leisure and recreational activities, but as necessary and legitimate ways of getting from point A to point B. We need to do our best to serve our community that walks, bikes, and rides the bus rather than drives. Walking, cycling, and riding the bus should be dignified and we need to provide the right infrastructure.

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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 2 / 2
Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I've appreciated the roll out of the Adams Ave bike lanes, bollards along Placentia, and bike boxes. I want to help prioritize and implement similar projects that connect our City. We've got some great bike trails and paths, but they don't connect. The prime example I can think of: we don't have a continuous path to get from the Santa Ana River Trail to the Back Bay. No matter where you exit the SART, at some point you end up cycling on a road that doesn't have a bike lane. I think we can get a lot more people out of cars and on bikes if we eliminate these missing links. The Santa Ana Ave bike lane gap in front of Kaiser Elementary demonstrated just how much our community wants the infrastructure to bike more. I want to help make things like that happen.

Q5
Optional Resume:

Jperez_20250321_Newport.pdf (148KB)
Q6
Contact Information:Note: This contact information will not be posted on the City's website or distributed to the public.

However, this information is still subject to release pursuant to the California Public Records Act.

Name:

Address:

Address 2:

City/Town:

ZIP/Postal Code:

Email Address:

Phone (cell):

Q7
Signature Required:

By checking this box and typing my name below, I am
electronically signing my application.

Q8
Full Name:

Joselyn Elana Perez
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Joselyn Perez

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
City of Newport Beach, December 2018 - Present
Senior Planner, 2024 – present
Associate Planner, 2023 – 2024
Assistant Planner, 2020 – 2023
Planning Technician, 2018 – 2020
- Provide excellent customer service to the public at the Planning Counter. - Review plans (both residential and commercial) for consistency with zoning regulations and other land use requirements.
- Prepare public notices, staff reports, and resolutions for discretionary projects (Coastal Development Permits, Minor Use Permits, and Conditional Use Permits). - Process General Plan Amendments and Zoning Code amendments. - Present projects at public hearing at the Planning Commission and City Council level. - Present study session items at City Council.
- Serve as staff liaison to the subcommittee updating the Safety Element of the General Plan - Supervise the preparation of CEQA documents
- Write and release Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
- Lead Development Review Committee (DRC) meetings and provide preliminary comments early in the development process.
- Supervise the Planning intern.

Rec
ology, Environmental Planner II November 2015 – November 2018 - Research zoning ordinances to make project and operational recommendations. - Prepare and submit for discretionary permits (primarily Conditional Use Permits) and serve as the Applicant’s representative.
- Write Project Descriptions for CEQA documents and peer-review technical studies. - Represent Recology before government entities (Planning Commission, Regional Water Board, Calrecycle, etc.).

Kiewit
, Environmental Compliance Coordinator March 2012 - October 2015 - Read construction drawings and recommended environmental protection Best Management Practices (BMPs) based on construction sequence. - Inspect SWPPP BMPs and hazardous waste accumulation areas. - Maintain compliance records.
- Prepare and submit for permits (City of LA, LA County, SCAQMD, etc). - Conducted training for staff and craft/union employees on environmental compliance topics.

EDUCATION
University of California Santa Cruz
B.A. in Environmental Studies and Minor in Latin American and Latino Studies 229
City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 1 / 2
Q1
Full Name:

Austin Archer
Q2
Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I wish to serve on the Active Transportation Committee because active transportation is my favorite form of transportation. I love being able to live and work in the same community, and that the city of Costa Mesa is committed to building infrastructure that allows all of it's constituents to commute safely by bicycle and other alternatives to automobiles.

The most significant reason I wish to serve on this committee is because in January of this year I was in fact in an accident while riding my bike to work. Fortunately I received only a minor injury, but I must admit getting hit by a car is quite radicalizing. Since then I have attended an advocacy workshop run by the League of American Bicyclists and have become a certified League Cycling Advocate. Not only would I love to share my knowledge and experience with the committee, I am even more excited by the idea of being able to learn from the other committee members about the amazing work they're doing to create a safer and more ridable community.

You can find me actively transporting myself to work (Pitfire Pizza) and school (OCC) where I'm studying political science. See you on the road!
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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 2 / 2
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I love the Safe Routes to School Action Plan. I think creating an integrated system that allows not only students but the entire community to safely commute from point A to point B anywhere within our city and beyond is amazing.

I think people are more connected to their community when they walk or ride through them, and building out our infrastructure is a great first step toward encouraging that behavior. We have the opportunity to build beautiful infrastructure that makes people want to use it.

Another concern I have is that I think at the bedrock of "active transportation" is an affordability issue. Cars are expensive and the cost of living is ever increasing. Building active transportation infrastructure will increase the equity in our community. Roads can only be used by those who can afford to, but sidewalks and bike paths can be used by everyone.

Q5
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Contact Information:Note: This contact information will not be posted on the City's website or distributed to the public.

However, this information is still subject to release pursuant to the California Public Records Act.

Name:

Address:

Address 2:

City/Town:

ZIP/Postal Code:

Email Address:

Phone (cell):

Q7
Signature Required:

By checking this box and typing my name below, I am
electronically signing my application.

Q8
Full Name:

Austin Archer
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Austin Archer

Hard-working individual with 16 years of customer service experience, proven leadership and organizational skills, and minute attention to detail. Seeking to apply my knowledge, work ethic and communication skills at your bartop.

Work Experience
Gracias Madre - Newport Beach, CA April 2022 - April 2024 Shift Lead / Bartender
● Experience - Has breadth of knowledge on the production of agave spirits including tequila and different varietals of mezcal
● Positivity - Shows up with a big smile ready to work hard, attend to guests’ needs, and support the team
Puesto Los Olivos - Irvine, CA December 2016 - June 2022 Lead Bartender / FOH Trainer
● Organization - Managed the inventory of alcohol and bar ready mixes including daily quality check documentation
● Leadership - Opened two Puesto locations as a trainer in which I developed the procedures for opening and closing support staff In-N-Out Burger - Tustin, CA October 2009 - May 2017 Associate
● Customer Service - Met the specific needs of customers through high-quality service and friendliness
● Teamwork - Cooperated with others in a fast-paced and high-stress work environment in order to achieve a common goal

Leadership / Activities
Orange Coast College Debate Team January 2025 - Present ● Growth - Political Science Major actively increasing communication skills Tournament Organizer January 2023 - Present
● Community - Hosts weekly Super Smash Bros. Melee tournaments garnering 20+ entrants, streamed live at twitch.tv/ocmelee In-N-Out Burger Store #63 Book Club November 2015 - May 2017 ● Friendship - Organized group meetings in which members comfortably shared thoughts and opinions on classic and modern literature 232
City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 1 / 2
Q1
Full Name:

Drew John Murphy
Q2
Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Architectural Professional since 1983 and have lived in Costa Mesa for 43 of the last 48 years beginning in 1976.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Effective management of the committee's responsibility.

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City of Costa Mesa Application for City Committee (2025) 1 / 2
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Full Name:

Lisa Masson
Q2
Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am passionate about creating a safer, more walkable community for pedestrians, cyclists, and families with strollers. I have lived in Costa Mesa for much of my adult life and want to give back to my community. I have also lived in a highly walkable city in Europe, and noticed a lifestyle improvement that resulted from that increase in walkability. The importance of active transportation is paramount in the fight against climate change and I would like to help in these efforts.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? As a committee member, I would like to discuss projects relating to education of road safety for children. A road safety park for little ones to learn the rules of the road interests me and I'd like to prepare something on that topic for the group. As a parent in the community, I want to make the roads safer for folks including children to navigate.

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• C r e a t e l e s s o n p l a n s a n d t e a c h i n g s t r a t e g i e s b a s e d o n s t u d e n t ' s n e e d s a n d a b i l i t i e s • W o r k w i t h i n d i v i d u a l s t u d e n t s o r s m a l l g r o u p s t o r e i n f o r c e l e a r n i n g m a t e r i a l F o u n d e r , L i s a H o r n D e s i g n , L a g u n a B e a c h , C a l i f o r n i a ( N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 2 – N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 4 ) • F r e e l a n c e c r e a t i v e a g e n c y s p e c i a l i z i n g i n a r t d i r e c t i o n , b r a n d i n g a n d i d e n t i t y , w e b d e s i g n • F r e e l a n c e c r e a t i v e a g e n c y s p e c i a l i z i n g i n a r t d i r e c t i o n , b r a n d i n g a n d i d e n t i t y , w e b d e s i g n • P r e s s r e l e a s e s a n d s o c i a l m e d i a a c c o u n t m a n a g e m e n t C r e a t i v e D i r e c t o r , L e v e l E n t e r t a i n me n t , H u n t i n g t o n B e a c h , C a l i f o r n i a ( J u l y 2 0 1 2 – N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 2 )
• H o s t e v e n t s , e v e n t p h o t o g r a p h y a n d p u b l i c i z e a p p e a r a n c e s • G r a p h i c , w e b a n d p r i n t d e s i g n • S o c i a l m e d i a m a n a g e m e n t
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• D e s i g n b r a n d i d e n t i t y p a c k a g e , b r a n d m a r k , l o g o t y p e , e t c . • R e p r e s e n t t h e b r a n d a t e v e n t s a n d c o n f e r e n c e s • D e s i g n a p p a r e l , m a r k e t i n g m a t e r i a l s a n d p r i n t i t e m s G r a p h i c D e s i g n I n t e r n , V o l c o m, C o s t a Me s a , C a l i f o r n i a ( M a y 2 0 1 1 – S e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 1 )
• A s s i s t a r t d e p a r t m e n t w i t h c a t a l o g d e s i g n , l a y o u t s , c o l o r c o r r e c t i n g , p h o t o e d i t i n g , e t c . • A s s i s t a r t d e p a r t m e n t w i t h c a t a l o g d e s i g n , l a y o u t s , c o l o r c o r r e c t i n g , p h o t o e d i t i n g , e t c . • A s s i s t w i t h p h o t o s h o o t s , e v e n t p l a n n i n g a n d s e t d e s i g n T e c h n i c a l S k i l l s
• A d o b e C r e a t i v e S u i t e ( I n D e s i g n , P h o t o s h o p , I l l u s t r a t o r , A f t e r E ff e c t s ) • M i c r o s o f t O ffi c e ( W o r d , E x c e l , P o w e r p o i n t ) • W o r d p r e s s , WI X , S q u a r e s p a c e
• E m a i l a u t o m a t i o n ( M a i l c h i m p ) • C R M / C u s t o m e r S u p p o r t ( Z e n d e s k , F r e s h d e s k ) • S o c i a l M e d i a M a n a g e m e n t ( S p r o u t S o c i a l ) • S o c i a l M e d i a M a n a g e m e n t ( S p r o u t S o c i a l ) • P o l i c y a n d P r o c e d u r e D e v e l o p m e n t R e f e r e n c e s : H o w W e W o r k e d T o g e t h e r :
• Me l i n d a Ma s s o n M a s s o n I n v e s t m e n t s L i f e s t y l e o f G i v i n g a n d t h e M a s s o n F a m i l y F o u n d a t i o n 2 L i s a M a s s o n
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Full Name:

Russell Toler
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

The last thing I would want to do is to get in the way of someone more qualified than me, or to block someone's first step of getting more involved. But I'm throwing my hat in the ring in case few people are applying and/or if anyone thinks that my experience and insight would be useful and a good fit for the committee. No hard feelings if I'm passed over.

Making our streets more safe, comfortable, and beautiful, along with the twin goal of reducing car-dependency, is really the "single issue" that I have the time and energy to dedicate any free time to. I've helped lead the Costa Mesa Alliance for Better Streets for several years, served on the Planning Commission, and work for a respected urban design firm.

My family of four (+ dog) has lived for several years with a single car, which typically is reserved for my wife–leaving me getting all over town on my bike. When my kids were smaller, our "second car" was a front-loaded Urban Arrow electric cargo bike that we put hundreds of miles on. My kids still get to and from school every day on their own bikes. I am committed to ensuring that they can get around safely.
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I think that the City has done a fantastic job over the past five years when it comes to making active transportation more safe and comfortable, and I am committed to that momentum continuing. Here are my big thoughts/ideas:
- Figuring out how to do more with less. Federal grant money may be drying up and we need to keep moving forward even with smaller budgets for AT projects.
- Building out a bikeable network and closing gaps in that network. This is especially true at intersections and connecting bikeable streets across major streets like Newport Blvd.
- Focusing on reclaiming street space, slowing traffic speeds, and modal filtering (this includes finally implementing what the ATP calls Class III Bicycle Boulevards).
- Improving our MO when it comes to Class IV lanes–i.e. coming up with more permanet and attractive designs, either from the start or as a "phase 2" after a trial.
- Helping give input on specific designs, to help ensure that are streets remain/become intuitive and convenient for all users.

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Garrett R Kingsley
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Active Transportation Committee
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Hi! I wish to serve on the Active Transportation Committee of Costa Mesa because I believe the fundamental key to leading a healthy and fulfilled life is walkable and bikeable cities. Access to spontaneous meet-ups, running into your neighbors, outdoor recreation, and safer methods of getting around are important to create community and create your "village." Relying on your community and deep social connection are the best ways to live healthier and longer. There are so many studies that report how loneliness, static social skills, and inactivity are the silent killer(s). We can support and uplift our neighbors and circles to live better by providing pedestrian and cycling connectivity in our neck of the woods, and I want to be a part of it! I believe I would be a beneficial addition to this committee for two reasons:
- I am under 30 years old, unmarried, and make less than $80,000 per year. I represent a demographic of people in Costa Mesa that may otherwise feel under-represented or unrepresented. I may represent those who don't drive, can't drive, or are find driving financially prohibitive. To those groups of people, pedestrian and cycle connectivity is vital. - I am employed as an Operations Manager, so I understand the inner workings of project management and how new projects come to fruition. I am often looped into conversation or added to committees for projects such as new licenses, financial process overhaul, building renovations, or maintenance programs. A large part of my job is based around how to improve processes and improve connection.
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I took a look at the Pedestrian Master Plan and found lots of information I'd like to be involved in! Below are some of the ideas & projects that are of the most interest to me:
- Street Canopies & lighting where its lacking
- goal of all trips less than 1 mile to be 30% walking, - wayfinding for both pedestrian and cyclists (love the signage in Eastside for cyclists already!) - projects on traffic calming on high traffic routes,
- installing more pedestrian refuge islands,
- reviewing prohibited crossings & restore where possible, - educating the community on bicycle and pedestrian safety, - become more involved with land use planning to encourage storefronts to face the street, promoting a culture of walking Q5
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GARRETT KINGSLEY

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A reliable, outgoing, personable and motivated Foodservice Management & Operations professional with a positive attitude and work ethic, and a strong customer service orientation. An individual focused on teamwork and motivation, that draws on the ability to learn new skills quickly, and the willingness to accept new challenges and responsibilitie s.

EDUCATION
Connecticut State Community College of Manchester, Manchester, CT, 2018-2020 Enrolled in Associate of Science Degree Program in Foodservice Management, accredited by the American Culinary Federation.

Coursework: Advanced Food Preparation, Food and Beverage Cost Control, Sustainable Foodservice Management, Hospitality Marketing, and Human Resource Management.

EXPERIENCE

Active Culture: Natural Foods Café, Velvet Yogurt, Inc.

Regional Operations Manager, Southern California, 2023-present; Store Manager, Laguna Beach & Long Beach, 2021-2023;
Assistant Manager, Laguna Beach, 2020-2021
• Responsible for performance and revenue of three locations in OC & LA counties • Assisted with operations related to two additional locations in NorCal and Oregon • Directly oversaw $6M+ in sales in 2024, an increase of 5% from 2023 and 11% from 2022.
• Created and championed roll-out of quarterly internal health inspections, quarterly internal audits; championed roll-out of corporate credit card accounts, invoice pay process, research and roll-out of digital maintenance software • Spearhead physical improvements, such as parking lots, prep spaces, safety equipment, and order technology
• Growth focused: directly oversaw promotion and development of 3 Store Managers, contributed to two store openings in 2021 and 2022, participate in annual summit to grow sales, drive profit and development
• Set targets for Store Managers to improve performance, policies, and procedures • Managed labor costs, food costs, legal compliance, negotiate with vendors • Assist with Human Resources – interviewing, hiring, promotions, growth & performance, disputes, recognition
• Plan and execute teambuilding exercises as well as assist in planning and executing of Yelp events, marketing specials, and private dining events • Conduct biannual performance reviews of Store Managers, including making suggestions to executives on rate increases or bonuses
• Establish relationships with all vendor representatives and connect to find solutions with product shortages or pricing
• Facilitate positive work environments, open and honest communication, and accept negative and positive feedback. Relay this information company-wide between employees and management/ownership
• Assist in new location openings, hiring, and training. • Create training guides and modules for both hourly employees and Shift Supervisors 241

GARRETT KINGSLEY
Orange County, California | (C) 860.373.5096 | [email protected]

• Consistently adjust restaurant practices to reduce allergen risks, improve product quality, and remain code-compliant with local health regulations by developing and championing monthly internal health inspections

Bistro on Main, MACC Charities, Manchester, CT
FOH Manager-in-Training, 2020 (shortened due to COVID-19 closure) • Worked with OpenTable and Toast POS systems
• Gained experience behind the bar, learning safe alcohol service practices • Assisted in developing an inventory method for the bar and liquor in storage • Assisted in ordering liquor and dry stock items
• Learned critical watch points for waste, loss, theft, and quality in a full -service establishment

Wendy's Restaurant, Meritage Hospitality Group, Colchester, CT Shift Supervisor , 2017-2020
• Monitor food safety practices in the restaurant
• Monitor cash collection, and accurately count and deposit cash twice daily • Successfully run a full shift, keeping drive through times low, customer satisfaction high, while coaching employees in production positions to achieve best quality • Coach employees in customer service positions on how to upsell, recommend, and complete orders timely and accurately
• Review applications and conduct interviews for new hires • Participate in training new employees and new management staff • Complete cleaning charts and assign tasks to crew members • Complete inventory sheets nightly, and orders when necessary

CERTIFICATIONS

Food Protection Manager , ServSafe
Awarded 11/2023, expires 11/2028
Certificate ID: 24869967

Responsible Beverage Server , State of California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Awarded 10/2023, expires 10/2026
Server ID: 313396649

Level 1 Wine Sommelier , Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) via The Wine Academy of Las Vegas
Awarded 11/2023
Credential ID: 600- 1504-4

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Joanna Farnham
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Active Transportation Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am an avid walker in the neighborhood (specifically Eastside Costa Mesa) and walk anywhere up to 10-12 miles daily. My husband and I have been residents of Costa Mesa for 12 years and love our community - I’d love to serve on a city committee and be more involved!
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Keeping pedestrians and bikers safer in Costa Mesa. Cars (and e-bikes) frequently run stop signs in our neighborhoods and I have almost been hit on numerous occasions. I’d love to help brainstorm additional ways to keep those walking/biking safe. I would also love to see more community walking / biking events, etc. and motivate those in our communities to stay active! Q5
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Jay Humphrey
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Fairview Park Steering Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I have been a long time advocate for Fairview Park and the natural, cultural, and recreational resources it provides to Costa Mesa. I am applying to become a member of the Fairview Park Steering committee because I believe Fairview Park is a long term repository of resources that will enhance the quality of life of all Costa Mesans and the region for generations to come. These same resources help us learn about and understand the very nature of life and the impacts that have already happened and what can be mitigated for a bright future for Fairview Park. Advising the Council and Parks and Community Services commission is vital in helping them make the best decisions for the continued availability and use of all of Fairview Park's attributes. I believe this committee's recommendations must be based on all aspects of the issues. Committee members should take into account the legal aspects along with all community input, with an open mind, in reaching a conclusion.

They should also have an understanding of the short and long term effects and outcomes of those recommendations.

I fully understand the time commitment for such a position. I have demonstrated the willingness and ability to participate completely.

As a resident of Costa Mesa, I want to assure that the quality of life we share will continue into the future and any part, which I can help mold, would be an honor. While I would be appointed by the Council, I believe my responsibility is to represent the residents of Costa Mesa
My Background/Skill Set

1. Government Experience: Costa Mesa City Council 1990-1994 Vice Mayor 1992-1994

2. Board Member: Costa Mesa Senior Center Board 1992-1995

3. Member: Costa Mesa Handicap Access Appeals Board 1994-1998

4. Member: El Toro Reuse Task Force 1991-1996

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Restoration and Preservation of Fairview Park as a Nature Park, Finalize and Implement the Fairview Park Master Plan, Exploring ways to improve the vision and education(al) aspects of Fairview Park, explore opportunities to expand into Talbert Park(all of which is in Costa Mesa),
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Andrew Campbell
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I would like to continue making contributions to the park’s evolution as a natural resource for both preservation and utilization. I have served on the Fairview Park Steering Committee since its inception in October 2017 and have a strong working knowledge of the committee history, the historical development of the park lands, and a 35-year career in science and engineering nurturing public resources. I am very familiar with both City projects in the park and Measure AA limitations. I have been active on the committee serving leadership terms as the vice chair and chair and on several subcommittees.

I have a unique professional skill set that is useful to Costa Mesa. In my 35+ year career, I have been a planning manager, geologist, hydrologist, a water operations and maintenance manager, and a water facilities program manager. I have chaired professional committees that involve other stakeholders, including general manager, engineers, water rights attorneys, scientists, and lay persons. I serve as a technical expert for the National Water Resources Institute and the Water Resources Federation. I regularly make technical presentations at professional conferences. I have successfully applied and receive grant funding for water projects. I continue to manage a water system that provides 40,000 acre-feet of water, which is in excess of Mesa Water District’s 15,000 acre-feet of potable water delivery. With my participation, that water system is poised to grow to 45,000 acre-feet in the next 5 years through advanced water treatment and an innovative approach to aquifer injection well design. My career in water resources includes 9 years with Orange County Water District, 8 years with URS Corporation (an engineering firm), and 20 years with Inland Empire Utilities Agency.

I wish to continue providing assistance to my City and community giving freely of my experience and dedication. I have assisted the Fairview Park Coordinators and committee members through discussions on wetlands system, watersheds, bluff erosion, geology, aquifer systems, and topography. With my experiences as a planner and program manager, I have promoted ideas for Fairview Park restoration with reasonable use. I initiated the idea of the bluff trail repair that raised the perimeter road several inches to keep water from flowing over into erosional galleys. This idea was formulated through elevation surveying and observation of erosion patterns along the bluff, and suggesting the repair would both improve vernal pool inflow and slow the safety issue of bluff erosion. I have been active in responding to other City department requests for input into planning efforts that overlap with Fairview Park, such as the Storm Drain Master Plan elements in Fairview Park. I assisted Costa Mesa in their review and selection of a consultant for the master plan.

The Steering Committee is also an opportunity to support my community through my background, experience and volunteerism. Aside from my long-standing dedication to my City through the Fairview Park Steering Committee, I have been dedicated to Costa Mesa’s youth through recreational sports, including being a coach and referee for AYSO soccer Region 120 (Costa Mesa-Newport Beach), a staff umpire for Little League International California District 62 (Costa Mesa-Huntington Beach-Fountain Valley), past Umpire in Chief for Costa Mesa National Little League, and an umpire for USA Softball. I have also been a leader in the local YMCA Y-Guides Programs.

As a 30 year resident of Costa Mesa, I wish to see Fairview Park come to fruition. As a young adult I would frequent the area that became Fairview Park. My children grew to adulthood having experiences available in the park, including OCME influencing my son into a love of locomotion and into his degree of applied physics. At the time of AA, I was influenced by a group of young boys making super 8 war movies among the waste soil berms and vowed that the park should be shaped to allow imagination, use, and conservation harmoniously. Each of these traits is important for the use of this space. 247
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I am interested in the geotechnical and hydrological aspects of the park, and their nexus to park restoration and public education. With my backgrounds, I have a deep appreciate for the long natural history of the park’s geologic formation and the issue the City faces with bluff slope stability, removal of historical fill material, and protecting/restoring water flow, ponding, and erosion. I would like to participate in celebrating the long human history of the region. These geologic interests lend themselves to educational opportunities of the mesa formation, understanding faults, and appreciating groundwater. I am also interested in other natural science fields such as archeology and the characterization of plant and animals that visit the park. I have submitted documents to the first park administrators for docent training in these areas and would like to see such a program developed.

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Karen D Allen-Reid
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Fairview Park Steering Committee
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I want to participate and serve on this or any committee to see if I can help be apart of change in our community. My experience is excellent customer service for over 30yrs.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? The ideas I have is areas for community gardens, vegetables, roses and etc... What is the land used for ? Can it be rented for functions?
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SYED ZIA HUSSAIN
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Animal Services Committee,
Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Finance and Pension Advisory Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am undergraduate in Urban Planning and becoming a part of the Costa Mesa City Committee can help me understand and learn more about the real-world projects and issues faced by the City.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to incorporate my studies and would like to participate in the best of my abilities and knowledge to contribute to the best possible feedback and input I can provide.

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SYED ZIA HUSSAIN

City of Costa Mesa, CA

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Devoted and team-oriented ESFJ personality type with over 2 years of hands-on involvement in, urban planning, community involvement, and project supervision. Described as warm-hearted and paying attention to clients, and do well with team members in the effort to accomplish defined objectives. Skilled in data analysis, organizing and conducting research, preparing data visualization of research finding of projects in compliance with municipal codes and policies. Expert in performing practical studies like social survey, or case study of urban environment. Seeking to adopt practical experience and utility-focused mind-set towards achieving defined project goals.

EDUCATION
 Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning 2025 Cal Poly Pomona, California, United States
 Associate Degree in Architecture 2019 Orange Coast College. California, United States
 Associate Degree in Event Management 2016 Orange Coast College. California, United States

RECREATIONAL PROJECTS
Creative Brain (After School Program) Feb - updated  Teach classes for Art, animation, and music at the Advanced Learning Academy, Santa Ana, CA.

Community Service Leader II | City of Costa Mesa (Recreational Dept) Part-Time Jan – Mar 2024  Supporting the R.O.C.K after-school program by actively positive learning environment and  Demonstrating self-motivation and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and program participants.  Assisting in on-field program planning and maintaining detailed records, including daily schedules, logbooks, and work hours.  Supervising student check-ins and check-outs, coordinating activities, conducting fire drills, and providing assistance with homework, arts and crafts, and recreational games.

Student Connect SoCal Community Outreach | SCAG Project May 2023 – Jun 2023  Engaged with the public to encourage survey participation and conducted interactive street events to gather community feedback.  Researched potential locations for future surveys and provided strategic recommendations to enhance outreach efforts.

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Planning Aide Intern | Cal Poly Pomona Facility Planning and Management, CA  Maintained accurate records and organized files to ensure efficient access to project documentation and information as may be needed.  Conducted cold calls to gather relevant data, created detailed figure-ground drawings, and performed comprehensive site and data analyses to support project planning.
 Prepared and printed architectural drawings, authored detailed reports, and handled various administrative tasks to assist in daily operations.

Administrative Intern | City of Tustin Department of Community Planning, Tustin, CA  Reviewed variance applications, conditional permits, and design reviews to ensure compliance with planning standards and regulations.  Conducted quality control checks and updated code files to maintain accuracy and consistency within project documentation.  Analysed and evaluated General Plans, zoning ordinances, subdivision plans, and environmental reports to support informed decision- making.

SKILLS
Communication | Interpersonal Relation | People Management | Project Support | Report Writing | Urban Planning | Urban Design | MS Office | SketchUp | Rhino | AutoCAD | Adobe Creative Suite | Micro-Station | ArcGIS | InDesign | Research | Customer Service | Marketing and Sales | Organizational Skills | General Clerical Tasks | Data Management | Data Entry | Data Visualization

MEMBERSHIP
 Member of Mobile Housing Committee, City of Costa Mesa, CA  American Planning Association
ACHIEVEMENT:
 Fonder of “Smart City Developers” (Students and young professionals NP organization. Organize seminars, produce documentaries, and community development projects)
 Smart City Developers - YouTube
(channel)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hnuY80V_PM&t=18s
https://www.youtube.com/@ocsmartcitydevelopers6812

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Erik William Roberts
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Fairview Park Steering Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

My occupations in recent years of Airbnb host, Turo host, personal trainer, and business development manger require excellent verbal and non verbal communication skills. These skills and others have enabled me to contribute to the success of the Fairview Park Steering Committee and serve as the Committee’s elected chair for the previous year.

Below are my applicable volunteer positions for further service to the City and the Fairview Park Steering Committee.

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Chair, Member
Fairview Park Steering Committee of Costa Mesa 2/21 - present * Appointed by Council Member Reynolds to a four year term. * Provide advice to the City Council regarding the implementation of the Fairview Park Master * Plan, impacts of Measure AA on Capital Improvement Program projects, maintenance and activities * Elected Chair 12/23
Adventures Chair/Director of the Board
Orange County Cal Alumni Club 2/19 - present
* Develop events, programs with other Board members for our members. Lead group hike events in local trails and mountains.

Served on scholarship selection committee.

President/Director of the Board
Back To Natives Restoration (BTN) Santa Ana & Irvine, CA 8/10 – 7/13 ■ Oversaw growth of young 501(c) 3 non-profit and assisted with the procurement of land lease from the City of Santa Ana for our first native plant nursery in spring 2011.
■ During the spring and summer of 2011, helped raise capital for and physically build greenhouse structure on BTN nursery land at Santiago Park to grow native plants for BTN restoration projects throughout Orange County for homes, schools, businesses as well as OC wildlands.
■ Top volunteer and led volunteers in the ongoing process of greenhouse/nursery construction, expansion, and maintenance at the BTN nursery at Santiago Park.
■ 2013 Graduate of the United States Forest Service and BTN Training Program (Green Shirt), certified to lead groups of volunteers in habitat restoration projects including those conducted by BTN in the Cleveland National Forest in South Orange County.

Founding Member, CA Student Sustainability Coalition, University of California 2001 - 2002 Formed the Clean Energy Coalition with like-minded students at UC Berkeley with assistance from Greenpeace to persuade campus officials and organizations of the economic, health, and environmental benefits of producing and procuring energy from cleaner sources such as the sun and wind instead of oil, coal, and natural gas.

Under its new name our group has expanded to all University of California campuses and has moved to the UC President and Board of Regents level while adding Green Building (at least a LEED silver rating) standards to the Clean Energy issue as its primary focus/demands.

Director, Board of the USCA, Berkeley, CA 1999 - 2000 Elected member of the representational democratic body that governs the USCA, sets the annual budget, and votes on proposals affecting the USCA.

Sat on the Planning Committee, which deals with purchasing properties, creating long range fiscal and physical plant plans, and other long-term issues.
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I hope to further serve as a voting member and possible chair next year for the Fairview Park Steering Committee for these primary reasons/goals:

1. Assist with the current master plan update process in the City and through Council towards an even more nature, passive use oriented Fairview Park than in decades past.

2. Further improve organization and structure to the Fairview Park Steering Committee itself. These efforts will include continuing to work with city officials for meeting focus, voting member representation, and efficiency.

3. Incorporate more outside voices heard, on a regular basis, at our meetings including the CCA, Audubon society and Talbert Park.

This will hopefully include yearly presentations by or Q & A with these organizations at our FPSC meetings.

3. Help implement the Council passed Fairview Park master plan update in a timely fashion including the construction of a new native plant greenhouse, equipment building/office for Fairview Park staff, safe/protected pedestrian trails, etc.

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Erik William Roberts
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Jose L. Toscano
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Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Dear city council members,
My name is Jose Toscano, and I am writing to express my interest in serving in one of two city committees: the Active Transportation Committee and the Fairview Park Steering Committee. As a longtime resident of this great city, I have been engaged and involved in finding ways to improve our city for all. This last year, I got out of my bubble and spoke with the residents. From the residents of Mesa Verde to Eastside, to College Park, to Westside, to Mesa del Mar residents, I spoke with people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and differing views, but what I found that we had most in common was our shared love for our city. I would like to serve on any of these committees to provide a new and fresh perspective. I applied to serve on the Parks and Community Service Commission earlier this year. While I didn’t get appointed, it brought a valuable experience that strengthened my motivation to serve. As the youngest commission applicant in the city's history at age 19, I found that age wasn’t a barrier to making a difference. I met residents of all generations volunteering their free time with the typical shared goal of improving the city and conserving what makes it great.

I want to serve on the Fairview Park Steering Committee because Fairview Park is an important part of our community and contributes to our city's uniqueness and beauty. I’m an active community member and have been a resident of Costa Mesa practically my whole life. I believe I can contribute to advising the council on ways to preserve the park and find common-ground solutions to improve it.

Fairview Park is a massive part of my childhood. When I was a kid, I remember my family couldn’t afford to go to many places, and we were fortunate enough to have a vast open green space in our city to enjoy and escape from the neighborhood where I grew up that lacked any green space. I want other generations to have the same opportunity that I once did and continue to preserve the accessibility and safety of the park for all residents alike. If appointed to this committee, I will attend every meeting and strongly advocate for its conservation.

As for the Active Transportation Committee, I would like to serve for various reasons. First, for the city to be inclusive of all residents, we must take steps to protect the safety of those who can not afford a car or would like to find healthier alternatives to commute, such as biking. However, we must also consider the perspectives of residents of the affected areas where the new bike lanes will be installed. As somebody who grew up in a low-income neighborhood on the city's west side, I’ve witnessed firsthand the concern of transportation. Many of my neighbors had no choice but to bike to commute to do necessities such as school, work, grocery shopping, etc. To this day, I engage with people who bike in Costa Mesa daily and have brought up safety concerns. We must realize that many residents simply can’t afford a car, and we must accommodate that to ensure their safety. If appointed to this committee, I will engage with all perspectives on the transportation issue and prioritize equity, sustainability, and community safety.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to see something done about planes flying over Fairview Park, which has been causing a lot of noise pollution. This has been a common concern for citizens, and I have heard a lot about it as it impacts the quality of life and the park's natural environment.

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Full Name:

Edwin (Bo) Glover
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Fairview Park Steering Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I have served on the Fairview Park Steering Committee since 2022. I am currently the President & CEO of the Environmental Nature Center (ENC) in Newport Beach and have worked at the facility for the past 34 years. I am past-President of the Association of Nature Center Administrators (ANCA) and served on their board for over a decade. I am past-President of the California Society for Ecological Restoration (SERCAL) and served on their board for over a decade. Among a number of other organizations, I served on the City of Huntington Beach Environmental Board, chaired the City of Newport Beach Castaways Park Advisory Committee, served on the board of the Orange Coast River Park Conservancy and served on the U.S. Green Building Council Orange County Market Leaders Advisory Board.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Bringing to fruition the updated master plan.

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Denise Moon
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Fairview Park Steering Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I live close to Fairview and care about not just the park, nature and accessibility. I want to improve our visitors experience.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Accessibility and improve visitors experience.

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Drew John Murphy
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Architectural Professional since 1983 and have lived in Costa Mesa for 43 of the last 48 years beginning in 1976.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Effective management of the committee's responsibility.

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James V Peters, CLU, ChFC
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Finance and Pension Advisory Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am eager to serve on the Finance and Pension Advisory Committee because I am deeply committed to supporting sound financial planning and providing strategic guidance on pension systems to ensure their sustainability and efficiency. With over 32 years of experience in financial advising, including wealth management, retirement planning, and investment strategies, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of how important financial decisions impact both individuals and institutions.

Throughout my career, I have worked closely with individuals, families, and business owners to navigate complex financial landscapes, emphasizing long-term financial security, tax-efficient investment strategies, and retirement preparedness. These experiences have equipped me with the skills to assess, evaluate, and recommend effective solutions for pension plans and broader financial management strategies.

Serving on this committee would allow me to contribute my expertise to help improve the financial health of Costa Mesa, ensuring that pension plans remain strong and provide security for all employees involved. I am particularly passionate about finding balanced, practical approaches to finance and pension management that align with both short-term needs and long-term goals, helping to create sustainable outcomes for future generations.

I am confident that my background in financial advisory services, coupled with my professional designations as a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), would enable me to offer valuable insights on financial planning and risk management. I would be honored to contribute to the important work of the committee, helping to shape policies that ensure the financial well-being of those relying on the pension system #16#16

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? As a financial advisor with extensive experience in retirement planning, wealth management, and tax-advantaged investment strategies, I am particularly interested in projects that promote the long-term financial security and sustainability of pension plans.

Below are several key areas I would be excited to contribute to:

1. Enhancing Pension Plan Sustainability
One area I’m passionate about is evaluating and improving the long-term sustainability of pension plans. This could involve conducting stress tests to assess how different market conditions, demographic shifts, or economic downturns may impact the solvency of pension systems. I would be eager to collaborate on projects that seek to develop strategies for ensuring pension plans remain adequately funded and meet future obligations.

2. Optimizing Investment Strategies for Pension Funds
I am particularly interested in exploring investment strategies that optimize returns while managing risk, particularly in an environment of fluctuating interest rates and market volatility. Identifying and recommending diversified investment portfolios that balance risk, return, and liquidity needs for pension funds would be an exciting project. Additionally, incorporating tax-efficient investment practices into pension management to maximize returns for participants would be an area I’d like to focus on.

3. Retirement Planning and Financial Literacy Initiatives Educating both pension beneficiaries and the wider community about retirement planning, financial literacy, and understanding their pension benefits is crucial. I’d be interested in spearheading initiatives aimed at improving financial literacy, helping individuals better understand their pension plans, and providing clear strategies for maximizing their retirement income. By addressing knowledge gaps and promoting informed decision-making, we can ensure that beneficiaries are better prepared for retirement.

4. Reviewing and Modernizing Pension Structures
Pension plans often face challenges as they attempt to keep up with changing work patterns, longer life expectancies, and evolving economic conditions. I am interested in collaborating on projects that assess the current pension plan structures and explore ways to modernize them. This could involve evaluating the potential for hybrid pension models that combine defined benefit and defined contribution features, as well as assessing the viability of offering more flexible retirement options to participants.

5. Exploring Pension Plan Access and Equity
Another area of interest for me is ensuring equitable access to pension plans for all individuals, including those in underrepresented or underserved communities. Projects focused on broadening participation in pension plans, addressing disparities, and improving the inclusivity of retirement benefits would be rewarding and impactful. I believe that fostering greater access to retirement savings opportunities will contribute to the overall well-being of communities.

In summary, I am passionate about projects that advance the sustainability, efficiency, and inclusivity of pension systems while ensuring they remain resilient in the face of evolving economic challenges. I look forward to collaborating with fellow committee members to shape policies and projects that safeguard the financial future of all beneficiaries.

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James V. Peters, CLU, ChFC
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rivate Wealth Management Advisor

SUMMARY
I
am a seasoned financial advisor with over 32 years of experience in wealth management and tax- advantaged investment strategies. Specializing in retirement planning, investment management, and providing personalized financial advice to individuals and business owners. Known for building long-term client relationships and delivering tailored financial solutions.

EXPERIENCE
G
race Wealth Management – Irvine, CA
Private Wealth Management Advisor
May 2012 – Present (12+ years)
• I specialize in retirement planning and investment management for individuals and business owners.
• Provide comprehensive financial services including asset management, estate planning, and tax-advantaged investment strategies.
• Develop personalized financial plans based on client goals, helping them achieve financial independence and security.
• Foster long-term relationships by offering regular financial reviews and proactive planning. • Collaborate with clients to create customized strategies for wealth growth, tax minimization, and retirement readiness.

Fraser Financial Group – Irvine, CA
Financial Advisor
Sep 2001 – May 2012 (10+ years)
• Advised clients on wealth accumulation, tax-efficient investment strategies, and retirement planning.
• Assisted clients in structuring their financial plans to maximize growth while minimizing risk.
• Built and maintained strong client relationships, offering tailored solutions to meet both short-term and long-term financial goals.
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Northwestern Mutual – Irvine, CA
Financial Advisor
Oct 1992 – Sep 2001 (9 years)
• Provided personalized financial advice in life insurance, retirement planning, and investment management.
• Assisted individuals and families in creating financial strategies for long-term security and wealth preservation.
• Built a strong client base by delivering reliable, customer-focused financial solutions and services.

EDUCATION
Biola University – La Mirada, CA
Bachelor’s Degree, Marketing
1988 – 1993
Brethren High School – Huntington Beach, CA

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
• Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) – The American College of Financial Services • Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) – The American College of Financial Services

SKILLS
• Wealth Management
• Financial Net Worth Statements
• Retirement Planning
• Budgeting
• Tax-Efficient Investment Strategies
• Client Relationship Management
• Estate Planning
• Debt Analysis
• Risk Management
• Medical Expense Solutions
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• Financial Planning
• Investment Management
• Tax Analysis
• Retirement and Cash Flow Projections

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
• Member, The American College of Financial Services
• Member, National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA)

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Full Name:

SYED ZIA HUSSAIN
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Animal Services Committee,
Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Finance and Pension Advisory Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am undergraduate in Urban Planning and becoming a part of the Costa Mesa City Committee can help me understand and learn more about the real-world projects and issues faced by the City.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to incorporate my studies and would like to participate in the best of my abilities and knowledge to contribute to the best possible feedback and input I can provide.

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SYED ZIA HUSSAIN

City of Costa Mesa, CA

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Devoted and team-oriented ESFJ personality type with over 2 years of hands-on involvement in, urban planning, community involvement, and project supervision. Described as warm-hearted and paying attention to clients, and do well with team members in the effort to accomplish defined objectives. Skilled in data analysis, organizing and conducting research, preparing data visualization of research finding of projects in compliance with municipal codes and policies. Expert in performing practical studies like social survey, or case study of urban environment. Seeking to adopt practical experience and utility-focused mind-set towards achieving defined project goals.

EDUCATION
 Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning 2025 Cal Poly Pomona, California, United States
 Associate Degree in Architecture 2019 Orange Coast College. California, United States
 Associate Degree in Event Management 2016 Orange Coast College. California, United States

RECREATIONAL PROJECTS
Creative Brain (After School Program) Feb - updated  Teach classes for Art, animation, and music at the Advanced Learning Academy, Santa Ana, CA.

Community Service Leader II | City of Costa Mesa (Recreational Dept) Part-Time Jan – Mar 2024  Supporting the R.O.C.K after-school program by actively positive learning environment and  Demonstrating self-motivation and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and program participants.  Assisting in on-field program planning and maintaining detailed records, including daily schedules, logbooks, and work hours.  Supervising student check-ins and check-outs, coordinating activities, conducting fire drills, and providing assistance with homework, arts and crafts, and recreational games.

Student Connect SoCal Community Outreach | SCAG Project May 2023 – Jun 2023  Engaged with the public to encourage survey participation and conducted interactive street events to gather community feedback.  Researched potential locations for future surveys and provided strategic recommendations to enhance outreach efforts.

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Planning Aide Intern | Cal Poly Pomona Facility Planning and Management, CA  Maintained accurate records and organized files to ensure efficient access to project documentation and information as may be needed.  Conducted cold calls to gather relevant data, created detailed figure-ground drawings, and performed comprehensive site and data analyses to support project planning.
 Prepared and printed architectural drawings, authored detailed reports, and handled various administrative tasks to assist in daily operations.

Administrative Intern | City of Tustin Department of Community Planning, Tustin, CA  Reviewed variance applications, conditional permits, and design reviews to ensure compliance with planning standards and regulations.  Conducted quality control checks and updated code files to maintain accuracy and consistency within project documentation.  Analysed and evaluated General Plans, zoning ordinances, subdivision plans, and environmental reports to support informed decision- making.

SKILLS
Communication | Interpersonal Relation | People Management | Project Support | Report Writing | Urban Planning | Urban Design | MS Office | SketchUp | Rhino | AutoCAD | Adobe Creative Suite | Micro-Station | ArcGIS | InDesign | Research | Customer Service | Marketing and Sales | Organizational Skills | General Clerical Tasks | Data Management | Data Entry | Data Visualization

MEMBERSHIP
 Member of Mobile Housing Committee, City of Costa Mesa, CA  American Planning Association
ACHIEVEMENT:
 Fonder of “Smart City Developers” (Students and young professionals NP organization. Organize seminars, produce documentaries, and community development projects)
 Smart City Developers - YouTube
(channel)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hnuY80V_PM&t=18s
https://www.youtube.com/@ocsmartcitydevelopers6812

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Daniel Morgan
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Finance and Pension Advisory Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am interested in serving on the Finance and Pension Advisory Committee for Costa Mesa because I am passionate about fiscal responsibility, long-term financial planning, and ensuring the economic sustainability of our community. As a financial professional with expertise in market analysis and risk assessment, I believe my skills align well with the committee’s objectives in providing oversight and guidance on financial and pension-related matters.
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? As a member of the Finance and Pension Advisory Committee, I am particularly interested in projects that ensure the long-term financial health of Costa Mesa while maintaining a competitive and sustainable benefits structure for city employees. One key area of focus is striking the right balance between fiscal responsibility and offering attractive compensation and benefits packages that allow the city to recruit and retain top talent.

Maintaining a well-funded pension system is critical, but it must be done in a way that aligns with the city’s overall financial strategy and does not overburden future budgets. I am interested in exploring data-driven approaches to pension funding, cost containment strategies, and innovative benefits structures that enhance employee satisfaction while safeguarding the city’s financial stability.

Additionally, I see value in enhancing transparency in financial decision-making, ensuring that Costa Mesa residents understand the trade-offs involved in budget and pension planning. Exploring best practices from other municipalities, assessing investment strategies for pension funds, and leveraging financial forecasting tools to guide long-term decision-making are all areas where I believe I can contribute.

By balancing prudent financial management with a competitive employment environment, we can help ensure Costa Mesa remains a thriving and well-run city, both now and in the future.

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Daniel%20Morgan's%20Resume.pdf (190.8KB)
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However, this information is still subject to release pursuant to the California Public Records Act.

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ZIP/Postal Code:

Email Address:

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Daniel Morgan
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D A NI E L T. M OR G A N

EXPERIENCE

MARTERRA GROUP April 2017 – Present
Principal, Costa Mesa
 Responsible for all day-to-day management activities for Marterra Real Estate, a residential brokerage with +$500M in transactions, Marterra Properties, a single and multifamily property management company with +$250M under management, and Marterra Ventures, an investment/development company. Responsibilities include capital raising (equity and debt), acquisitions, leasing, marketing, supervising renovations, development, accounting, and corporate regulatory compliance
 Valuation consulting for Institutional Property Advisors (Marcus and Millichap), Stream Realty Advisors, and ARA Newmark

CLEARWATER SENIOR LIVING July 2016 – April 2017
Director of Acquisitions, Newport Beach
 Responsible for sourcing and executing a programmatic acquisition/joint venture of 8 Independent Living communities/development opportunities across the western United States with an institutional multifamily developer, with an estimated transactional value of +$400M  Manage acquisitions process including deal sourcing, financial analysis, due diligence, Investment Committee approval, and transaction management in addition to equity and debt placement

LEHMAN BROTHERS HOLDING INC. June 2013 – June 2016
Vice President, Irvine
 Manage a +$400M portfolio of real estate primarily consisting of residential land located in Orange County, the Inland Empire, Arizona, and Colorado
 Evaluate portfolio and develop/execute strategy to maximize recovery in the shortest period of time while mitigating risk for the Lehman Estate through physical improvements, progressing entitlements, and other efforts to improve the marketability of assets
 Manage disposition process, including, broker selection, offering package creation, best and final interviews, bid selection, PSA negotiation and drafting, due diligence, and escrow  Prepare and present business plans, alternative strategies, and disposition memorandums for/to the Lehman Brothers Board of Directors
 Develop and maintain relationships with various city and county officials, brokerage communities , developers, and capital sources
 Oversee underwriting and valuation of debt and equity positions of the West Coast Land Portfolio

APARTMENT REALTY ADVISORS April 2012 – June 2013
Sr. Financial Analyst/Team Manager, Irvine
 Developed pipeline of deal flow through farming and networking with property owners, operators and investors  Managed the creation of financial analysis, Broker Opinion of Values, Offering Memorandums, feasibility analysis, market studies and marketing proposals
 Presented financial analysis and market analysis to potential clients during listing presentations  Coordinated due diligence and served as the liaison between buyers and property seller  Developed a predictive rent analysis utilizing a polynomial regression analysis for development sites and value - add multifamily properties to identify and quantify opportunities

LENNAR CORPORATION, ALISO VIEJO (NYSE: LEN) July 2008 – April 2012 Five Point Communities | Mergers & Acquisitions/ Asset Management July 2009 - April 2012  Selected as a founding member of Five Point Communities, a Lennar spin off responsible for managing and developing some of its largest and most complicated mixed use real estate asset holdings, including the Great Park Neighborhoods (Irvine, CA), Newhall Ranch (Valencia, CA) and a portfolio of San Francisco properties (Treasure Island, Hunters Point, & Candlestick Point). In aggregate, these assets comprise over 10MM sf of planned commercial real estate space and over 50,000 homesites
 Created institutional quality opportunity memorandums, statement of qualifications, and investor presentations  Conducted financial analysis for acquisitions, dispositions, vertical development opportunities, debt placements, equity raising efforts, and proposed joint ventures
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 Valued a wide variety of assets including developed and undeveloped land, office, retail, industrial, multifamily residential and single family residential, public utilities, golf courses, and other securitized assets

Lennar | Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst/ Asset Management July 2008 – July 2009  Lead portfolio analyst for the Morgan Stanley Rialto (MSR) Joint Venture. The Joint Venture managed a $525M portfolio of over 11,000 homesites across the nation
 Lead analyst for the LandSource bankruptcy acquisition (Newhall Ranch)

PARAGON MANAGEMENT COMPANY – Privately Held Real Estate Investment Firm Acquisitions / Asset Management Analyst, San Diego, CA 2007 – 2008  Responsible for underwriting, deal sourcing and due diligence for acquisitions of multifamily, retail, single family development, and industrial properties
 Authored asset specific Investor Updates that analyzed project performance and local market conditions for investor communications
CENTEX HOMES (NYSE: PHM)
Inland Empire Division | Research and Development Associate, Corona, CA Summer 2005/2006 - 2007  Created business plans for the acquisition of subcontractors and their inclusion in the Centex supply chain o Projects included: vertically integrating finished carpentry, sourcing light fixtures direct from China

EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE | Paul Merage School of Business 2008 - 2011 Master of Business Administration
 Fully Employed Program – Emphasis in Finance & Real Estate  Polaris Competition – Equity Fund Management Competition, Team Captain  AGC CUP – Mergers and Acquisitions / Investment Banking case study competition – 2nd Place of 15 teams  Advance course work – Capital Markets, Investments, Macro Economics, & Corporate Finance

UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO | School of Business Administration 2002-2006 Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing & Finance Emphasis  Dean’s List First Honors
 Scholar Athlete: Varsity Cross Country

ADDITIONAL
 Licensed California Broker: 01901285
 Skills: Advanced Excel, Argus, MS Project, MS Visio, MS Office Suite, SharePoint, financial modeling, economic forecasting, blue print reading, residential takeoffs and estimating, CFD analysis, & School Fee analysis  Speaking: CFO/COO IMN Forum (West), Side Inc Side by Side Conference, Seminar in Management of the Real Estate Enterprise at the Paul Merage School of Business on topics related to real estate valuation and financial analysis
 Professional and Public Involvement: Orange County Planning Commissioner (2nd District)

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Luke Ziegenmeyer
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Finance and Pension Advisory Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

My wife and I have lived in Costa Mesa since 2018, and we love this city that our two kids are now growing up in.

I have fifteen years of experience in financial strategy positions, including real estate lending and commercial banking. Throughout my career, I have held leadership roles that required strategic financial oversight, including companywide P&L management, revenue forecasting, and implementing financial controls to ensure sustained profitability. I believe that this professional experience will enable me to effectively evaluate and advise on financial decisions and budgeting for the City of Costa Mesa, within this role on the Finance and Pension Advisory Committee.

In addition, I have experience participating on several industry and nonprofit committees, including state and national advisory committees. This exposure has prepared me to be an effective contributor in these types of roles.

I am confident that my professional experience, as well as my time as a resident and homeowner in Costa Mesa, will allow me to contribute meaningfully to the Finance and Pension Advisory Committee. I am committed to helping ensure the City's continued financial health, effective budgeting and investing strategies.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? My interest in this role is the opportunity it provides me to assist my City in continuing to make financially prudent decisions that ensure the long-term health of Costa Mesa as a whole.

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Ginny Walker
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Housing and Public Service Grants Committee
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I want to make a difference in my community.

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Darrell Neft
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Housing and Public Service Grants Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

We need to shift paradigms to solve our housing and social structure problems. The same old methods of solving problems providing housing will not continue to work. We need a new approach to solving these problems.

I am retired electrical engineer at theLong Beach Naval Shipyard, and a union representative at the shipyard. I have experience in designing electrical and some mechanical systems. I also have experience mediation, arbitration, grievance handling and generally trying to solve problems. I am currently a volunteer in my congregation’s men’s club and Sierra Club Orange County group, Orange County group political committee. I am a registered electrical engineer in California.

My career at Long Beach Naval Shipyard and as a union rep, and as an officer of the Men’s Club, I had to work with budget, balance budgets, and learned to obtain the proper funds, set goals and evaluating the results.

In the 1970s I was appointed to a committee with a similar goals as this committee for the city of Costa Mesa.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Loneliness is the number one problem today. Loneliness reduces life expectancy by the equivalent of a pack of cigarettes a day.

Housing and public service projects need to have as part of its priorities how these these projects interconnect people together not just provide a box to live in or specific project functions. We need a connected society that brings people together and provides a diverse, caring community.

Public funds cannot alone solve these problems, but we need to get various groups, social community religious groups together to interact with these projects to make them viable.
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Carlos Salampessy
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Animal Services Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Hello! Ive worked for a Licensed Commercial Architect as an Intern for the City of Murrieta in Riverside county for a year. I am an electrical engineer student looking to become licensed for urban development and I would like to take the steps forward in being involved in urban development as i finish school and work full-time.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to be involved in anything that is related to my studies which is traffic engineering or electrical planning and consulting. I would really like to be under some engineering to get some engineering hours and continue with my involvement in city development.

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My Name is Carlos Aaron Salampessy and I am 27 years old. I’m currently studying for a BS Electrical Engineering at Arizona State University. I am currently working as a CNC operator manufacturing optical lenses. At the moment I want to continue my trade skills as an optician to support my education, and obtain my Professional Engineering License.

Experience
Optician III; MKS Instruments/Newport Optics — 2024-current Operating CNC spindle machines to polish small optical lenses for various equipment and instruments.

CNC Operator; Survival Systems International — 2024-2024 CNC Operator for HAAS and FANUC CNC machines. Programmed and setup contracts for Sikorsky aluminum parts and legacy steel parts for the company’s main product, lifeboats.

Optician/Crystal Growth Technician; Coherent Corp./II-VI Aerospace & Defense — 2022-2024
Technician and optician for the fabrication of optics and laser technology for military- grade equipment. Worked on a HAAS CNC machine and eccentric spindles for abrasion of materials. Monitored and and track the production of crystals using crucible furnaces. Reason for leaving: Company lay offs.

AutoCAD Designer; Empire Design Group, inc. — 2021-2022 Part-time Internship. Design As-built and Conceptual architectural plans for Residential and Commercial buildings and structures under Licensed Architect.

Reason for leave: Internship.

Stock Associate; Dollar Tree, Inc. — 2015-2020
Part-time working freight and stocking inventory. I worked on and off as I went to school full-time, and worked part-time while continually attended school part-time.

Painter; Absolute Painting — 2017-2019
Full-time during the Summer. Painted homes and landscaping both interior and exterior under Contracted Painter.

Education
Vista Murrieta High School; Murrieta, CA
Contact Info:
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Skills
-C++ 2015
-Assembly Language
-AutoCAD 2021 & 2015
-MATLab 2024
-Microsoft Office
-Google Drive
-HAAS CNC
-FANUC CNC
-MasterCAM
-ASF Furnace operations
-Construct and read
Engineering and
Architectural plans
-Hand Crane Operation
and Safety

CARLOS SALAMPESSY
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High School Diploma — 2015
Mt. San Jacinto Community College; San Jacinto, CA
AA Liberal Arts - Mathematics and Science — 2016-2020
Arizona State University; Phoenix, AZ
BS Electrical Engineering — 2021-2025
Projects
Architect Projects:

Commercial and Residential Projects and presentations available upon request.

Optician Projects:

Participated in a commercial breakthrough for efficient development of polishing for optics. The breakthrough used cerium oxide polishing compound with Sodium Hydroxide to improve the polishing process from 14 days to 1 day. Participated in the process to polish the surface with different abrasive compounds and test which compound can successfully be polished cost-effectively. 278
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SYED ZIA HUSSAIN
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Animal Services Committee,
Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Finance and Pension Advisory Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am undergraduate in Urban Planning and becoming a part of the Costa Mesa City Committee can help me understand and learn more about the real-world projects and issues faced by the City.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to incorporate my studies and would like to participate in the best of my abilities and knowledge to contribute to the best possible feedback and input I can provide.

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SYED ZIA HUSSAIN

City of Costa Mesa, CA

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Devoted and team-oriented ESFJ personality type with over 2 years of hands-on involvement in, urban planning, community involvement, and project supervision. Described as warm-hearted and paying attention to clients, and do well with team members in the effort to accomplish defined objectives. Skilled in data analysis, organizing and conducting research, preparing data visualization of research finding of projects in compliance with municipal codes and policies. Expert in performing practical studies like social survey, or case study of urban environment. Seeking to adopt practical experience and utility-focused mind-set towards achieving defined project goals.

EDUCATION
 Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning 2025 Cal Poly Pomona, California, United States
 Associate Degree in Architecture 2019 Orange Coast College. California, United States
 Associate Degree in Event Management 2016 Orange Coast College. California, United States

RECREATIONAL PROJECTS
Creative Brain (After School Program) Feb - updated  Teach classes for Art, animation, and music at the Advanced Learning Academy, Santa Ana, CA.

Community Service Leader II | City of Costa Mesa (Recreational Dept) Part-Time Jan – Mar 2024  Supporting the R.O.C.K after-school program by actively positive learning environment and  Demonstrating self-motivation and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and program participants.  Assisting in on-field program planning and maintaining detailed records, including daily schedules, logbooks, and work hours.  Supervising student check-ins and check-outs, coordinating activities, conducting fire drills, and providing assistance with homework, arts and crafts, and recreational games.

Student Connect SoCal Community Outreach | SCAG Project May 2023 – Jun 2023  Engaged with the public to encourage survey participation and conducted interactive street events to gather community feedback.  Researched potential locations for future surveys and provided strategic recommendations to enhance outreach efforts.

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Planning Aide Intern | Cal Poly Pomona Facility Planning and Management, CA  Maintained accurate records and organized files to ensure efficient access to project documentation and information as may be needed.  Conducted cold calls to gather relevant data, created detailed figure-ground drawings, and performed comprehensive site and data analyses to support project planning.
 Prepared and printed architectural drawings, authored detailed reports, and handled various administrative tasks to assist in daily operations.

Administrative Intern | City of Tustin Department of Community Planning, Tustin, CA  Reviewed variance applications, conditional permits, and design reviews to ensure compliance with planning standards and regulations.  Conducted quality control checks and updated code files to maintain accuracy and consistency within project documentation.  Analysed and evaluated General Plans, zoning ordinances, subdivision plans, and environmental reports to support informed decision- making.

SKILLS
Communication | Interpersonal Relation | People Management | Project Support | Report Writing | Urban Planning | Urban Design | MS Office | SketchUp | Rhino | AutoCAD | Adobe Creative Suite | Micro-Station | ArcGIS | InDesign | Research | Customer Service | Marketing and Sales | Organizational Skills | General Clerical Tasks | Data Management | Data Entry | Data Visualization

MEMBERSHIP
 Member of Mobile Housing Committee, City of Costa Mesa, CA  American Planning Association
ACHIEVEMENT:
 Fonder of “Smart City Developers” (Students and young professionals NP organization. Organize seminars, produce documentaries, and community development projects)
 Smart City Developers - YouTube
(channel)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hnuY80V_PM&t=18s
https://www.youtube.com/@ocsmartcitydevelopers6812

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Becks Heyhoe-Khalil
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Housing and Public Service Grants Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

As a current member of the Costa Mesa Housing and Public Service Grants Committee, I have seen firsthand the important role we play in ensuring that funding is allocated to programs that directly benefit our community’s most vulnerable residents. It has been an honor to serve in this capacity, and I am eager to continue contributing my expertise and passion to support Costa Mesa’s housing initiatives and public service programs.

I have dedicated my career to addressing homelessness, housing instability, and community development. As the Executive Director of United to End Homelessness, an initiative of Orange County United Way, I have led impactful housing initiatives and forged strong partnerships across the county.

Through my work, I have extensive experience evaluating grant proposals, working with nonprofit organizations, and ensuring funding is used efficiently and strategically. I have also been honored with the 2024 Education & Nonprofit Visionary Award for my leadership in the nonprofit sector, reinforcing my commitment to making a measurable impact.

I also serve on the Continuum of Care (CoC) Board, where I collaborate with regional stakeholders to develop and implement strategies to combat homelessness and distribute $35m in federal funds. This role has provided me with invaluable experience in policy development, funding allocation, and interagency coordination—all of which enhance my ability to serve effectively on the Costa Mesa Housing and Public Service Grants Committee.

My continued service on this committee will allow me to apply my expertise in strategic funding allocation, program evaluation, and community engagement to ensure Costa Mesa’s housing and public service grants continue to support the most effective programs. I care deeply about our city and the people we serve, and I would be honored to remain a part of this important work. #12#12

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I am committed to supporting evidence-based solutions that address homelessness and housing instability in Costa Mesa. My priorities include:

1. Ending Homelessness with Proven Strategies – Advocating for supportive housing models that provide stable housing alongside essential services.

2. Breaking Cycles of Poverty for Young People – Expanding education, job training, and housing programs and support services to help youth and families achieve long-term stability.

3. Keeping Seniors Housed – Supporting rental assistance, home modifications, and more to help seniors maintain safe, stable housing.

4. Providing Safe Housing for Survivors of Domestic Violence – Ensuring access to emergency shelters, transitional housing, and trauma-informed services so survivors can rebuild their lives securely.

5. Ensuring Housing Stability for Veterans – Strengthening access to HUD-VASH vouchers, rapid rehousing, and Veteran-specific supportive services to honor and support those who served.

I am dedicated to funding initiatives that maximize impact, prioritize long-term solutions, and ensure equitable access to housing and essential services in Costa Mesa.

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Full Name:

Valerie Hass
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Housing and Public Service Grants Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

As a homeowner in District 3 and a parent raising three kids in Costa Mesa, I am deeply invested in the future of our city. I became a residential architect to dedicate my career to creating homes that enhance people’s lives of all economic levels, and I believe thoughtful housing solutions play a crucial role in shaping a thriving, inclusive community. I want to contribute my expertise to support initiatives that increase housing accessibility and improve the quality of life for residents, particularly those facing financial or systemic barriers to stable housing.

I am passionate about being part of meaningful change in how we provide housing in Costa Mesa, and it would be an honor to contribute to this process and help move our council toward solutions that create a lasting impact. By serving on this committee, I also hope to play a role as a community advocate—connecting with Costa Mesa residents to help them understand what the city is doing to improve housing through government funding and ensuring that their needs and concerns are represented in the decision-making process.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I am interested in projects that expand affordable housing opportunities and support a diverse, vibrant community. This includes funding programs that assist low-income families, seniors, and individuals experiencing housing insecurity, as well as creative housing solutions such as ADUs and adaptive reuse of existing structures. I also want to explore how public service grants can support organizations that foster inclusion—whether through housing assistance, cultural programs, or creative community spaces. Costa Mesa is a unique city with a rich mix of cultures, economic backgrounds, and creative energy, and I want to help ensure that our housing policies and public services reflect and support that diversity. #27#27

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Andrea Schmidt
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Housing and Public Service Grants Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

As a current member of the Housing and Public Service Grants Committee, I would be honored to serve another term. With a non-profit and project management background, I have an eye for detail, have experience with making a big impact with limited resources, and a deep love for our community.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I am passionate about human equality - that means making sure our unhoused neighbors are treated with dignity, our community members who suffer from violence are given resources to get out of dangerous situations, and our youth are provided the tools to grow up and be whatever they can dream of.

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P E R S O N AL P R O F I L E
As a seasoned yet always learning Project Manager, I’ve worn many hats throughout my career and worked with a diverse range of stakeholders and collaborators. From public relations and non-profit health care management to compliance and finance, my experience has sculpted me into a strategic, detail-oriented, team-player who is always willing to go above and beyond. I pride myself on being an exceptional communicator both in writing and public speaking, looking at problems from all angles and coming up with creative solutions, and tackling new and innovative projects.

V O L U N T E E R E X P E R I E N C E
Housing/Public Service Grants Commissioner,
City of Costa Mesa (August 2023 - Present)
Works to promote resident understanding
of the community development process
and activities funded by the U.S. Housing
and Urban Development Department, and
the Community Development Block Grant.

C O N T A C T P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) Public Affairs Community Organizer (Jan 2018 - June 2021) Lead event planning with a focus on supporter engagement and fundraising for the political arm of the organization
Serve as the face of the organization to key stakeholders including donors, partner organizations, and Elected Officials, frequently speaking to large audiences and media outlets
Manage multiple successful advocacy, political, and outreach campaigns, often simultaneously, while supervising as many as 10 staff members
Strategically engage with and work to expand supporter base through innovative outreach strategies and professional relationship building Lobby state and federal elected officials on priority issues of the organization, successfully securing critical state funding from the Governors office, grants, and other revenue streams
ANDREA M. SCHMIDT
*References available upon request

A W A R D S
PPOSBC Company Values Award
Recipient, 20217, 2018, 20223
Democratic Party of Orange County
Annual Champion Award Honoree, 2022
Woman of Distinction Recipient from
Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris
District 74, 2020
Planned Parenthood of Orange & San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) Public Affairs Senior Project Manager (July 2021 - June 2024) Manage strategic communications and public engagement projects and initiatives including educational and community outreach campaigns, large-scale events with over 20,000 attendees, and email and SMS programs reaching over 500,000 voters in targeted areas.

Serve as a spokesperson for the organization in both print and broadcast media including live televised interviews, written blogs and articles, and presentations and speaking engagements. Features include Teen Vogue, Los Angeles Times, Daily Pilot, CBS 2, KCAL 9, and more.

Ensure compliance within Federation wide grant and resource sharing agreements, state and federal campaign finance laws, and other tax and election laws, serving as the sole liaison between the organization and third-party legal counsel.

Monitor income and expenses of $2.5 million budget, conducting monthly financial analyses, and spearheading annual budget development.

H I G H L I G H T E D S K I L L S
Exceptional communication, networking,
and public speaking skills
Strong logical and strategic thinking skills
Highly dependable in a team environment,
and simultaneously holds strong personal
accountability working independently
Able to perform under pressure and multi-
task in a fast paced environment
Thorough attention to detail and can
efficiently identify and prioritize tasks
Extremely high ethical and moral
standards
Positive, patient, and compassionate
attitude
Planned Parenthood of Orange & San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) Strategic Initiatives Project Manager (July 2024 - Present) Manage a wide range of strategic projects and new program implementation from intake and initiation to execution while ensuring successful delivery within the scope and timeline of project.

Lead cross-departmental projects including facilitating workgroup meetings, tracking KPI’s, and communicating outcomes to key stakeholders including Board of Directors and Executives.

Utilize a variety of project management strategies (DMAIC, Lean Six Sigma, Gantt charts) and tools (Monday, Asana, Jira, Trello).

Projects have varied from implementing new software for contract management, developing project management tools and templates for the organization, and streamlining approval processes between Finance, IT, and Executives.

E D U C A T I O N
University of California, Irvine, 2016
B.A. Psychology and Social Behavior
B.A. Criminology, Law, and Society
University of California, San Diego Ext, 2024
Lean Six Sigma G.B. Certificate
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Jose Gomez
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Housing and Public Service Grants Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Not only have I worked under Manuel Chavez for 4 years, but I am also very interested in the workings around the city on housing.

Furthermore, I have experience working for another one of the city's committees, the Active Transportation Committee, where I have gained experience in how the city and its policy-making work.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I'm very interested in ensuring compliance with all of the housing coming into the city and allocating funds to the services that need it.

As someone who was born and raised here, I know where the community's needs are, specifically those who are underrepresented at times, so being able to have an active role in a committee dedicated to housing and public service is something I would look forward to working on.

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Education
Estancia High School Costa Mesa, CA Expected Graduation: June 2025 Student in Lyceum and Drama Production interested in pursuing opportunities in Entertainment and Politics

3.9 GPA
Work Experience
OC Fairgrounds and Event Center Costa Mesa, CA Jul 2023-Aug 2023 Parking Ticket Seller
• Greeted guests at the entrance gate with a positive attitude to ensure their visit started on a good experience • Handled money efficiently to give guests their tickets as diligently as possible • Worked outdoors in the summer heat and hazardous environment • Collaborate with others to make sure every guest experience is excellent and that we moved cars along as quickly as possible
Extracurricular Activities
Internship Costa Mesa, CA Sep 2021-Present
Interning for City Councilman Manuel Chavez
• Watch and commentate at city council meetings
• Collaborate with and campaign/canvass for other politicians, such as School Board Members, County Officials, and other City Council Members.
• Spearheaded many municipal policies and helped Manuel Chavez decide his stance on City Agenda Items.

NMUSD Student Board Member Costa Mesa, CA Aug 2023- Jun 2024 Estancia’ s Student Board Member Representative
• Participated in School Board Meetings as a representative of Estancia High School • Cooperated with fellow Student Board Members from other schools in my district • I met and worked with the School Board, including my District Representative, Ashley Anderson, and the Superintendent.
• Made reports on the happenings on my campus, voted on Agenda Items, and educated students at my school about the position I held
• Personally chose and helped my successor get the position after me to continue my work.

Active Transportation Committee
Costa Mesa, CA Nov 2023-Present
Committee Member
• Discuss and vote on municipal policies relating to Walkability/Bikeability around my city. • Update municipal codes in correlation to current events on Active Transportation. • Brief the City Council on Active Transportation policies and what decision would be in the City's best interest.

Katrina Foley’s Young Supervisors Program Orange County, CA Aug 2024-Present Young Supervisor
• Nominated by my district and school board members for this exclusive program for outstanding and achieving high school and college students with an interest in politics • Networking with County Officials and other Young Supervisors • Learning about how our county is run and meeting with essential county organizations, political leaders, and other educational experiences revolving around government Estancia Production Drama
Costa Mesa, CA May 2023-Present
Historian/Actor
• Rehearse our productions for hours during the school year, ending around 6 P.M. or 9 P.M. 287
• Run all the publicity for our Troupe, including our Instagram, TikTok, and website.• Study and perform my roles as an actor as well as support my ensemble• Document our classes’ history to strengthen our program’s rich history and traditions through recordkeeping

and

photographyAmerican Legion California Boys & Girls State Sacramento, CA June 2024Citizen/Whig Party Committee Member/Governor's Council• Nominated by my school to be our sole delegate for the 2024 California Boys & Girls State• I was sent to Sacramento for a week to learn and participate in a simulated government to enhance my knowledge

of

government

and

politics

further• Ran for offices in city, county, and state government positions during the event• Worked and socialized with other delegates from across the state, who were also recognized for their high academic

standing,

leadership

skills,

impressive

achievements,

great

character,

and

interest

in

politics• Helped my party, The Whig Party, win as many government seats and positions as possible in our government• Advised the Governor on his decision-making regarding my area of expertise in the council, specifically my

role

as

the

Department

of

Substance

AbuseSimon Scholars Foundation Orange County, CA May 2023-Present Simon Scholar• Receiving a scholarship towards higher education at a 4-year college• Participating in events designed to educate us on how to succeed in our college and adult life• Network with other students and professionalsEstancia Pride Club Costa Mesa, CA Dec 2021-Jun 2022Leadership Role• Provided a safe space for all students to come and socialize• Advocated for the proper treatment of all people• Socialized with others and made connectionsEstancia Board Games Club Costa Mesa, CA Sep 2023-June 2024Treasurer • Was a founder and dedicated member of the club• Socialized with others and provided a place where people could have recreational fun found nowhere else on

campus• Handled the finances of the club, such as from tournaments to put towards expenses, such as snacks or new board

games

for

the

clubCreative Writing Club Costa Mesa, CA Oct 2024-Present Secretary• Participate in writing workshops revolving around different subjects such as college essays, literature, etc.• Write short stories, books, poems, songs, screenplays, and stageplays with other writers.• Provide a safe space for writers to collaborate to better their work and socialize with other creatives.Community Service Interact Club of Estancia High School Costa Mesa, CA Nov 2023-PresentSecretary• Keep a record of meeting minutes, manage all the club's information, and data bookkeeping.• Plan events and club mechanics with other elected club leaders (President, Vice President, etc.).• Participate in various community service events (Book Drives, Beach Cleanups, Bike Rodeos, etc.)Costa Mesa Alliance for Better Streets Costa Mesa, CA Nov 2022-PresentMember• Participate in quarterly meetings to inform us of local news regarding Walkability and Bikeability around the

city.• Network with like-minded individuals and local politicians interested in Active Transportation 288 • Advocate for more walkability, likability, and public transit services around my city.• Educate citizens around my city about Active Transportation and provide safety items for bike riders, pedestrians,

bus

riders,

etc.OC Strong Towns Orange County, CA Oct 2023-Present Member• Participate in meetings designed to inform us on county matters and empower citizens around the county to advocate

for

the

cause,

specifically

in

Active

Transportation.• Network with like-minded individuals and local politicians interested in Active Transportation• Advocate for more walkability, likability, and public transit services around the county.• Educate citizens around my county about our mission statement and community services.Awards and HonorsOct 2024 Second Semester Principal’s Honor Roll (for having a 4.0 or Above GPA) from Estancia High Aug 2024 Certificate of Recognition from California State SenateAug 2024 Certificate of Appreciation from The American Legion, Post 291Jun 2024 Certificate of Achievement from the American Legion California Boys & Girls State May 2024 Spirit of the MACY’s Achievement Award from the MACY’s Board of DirectorsFeb 2024 First Semester Principal’s Honor Roll (for having a 4.0 or Above GPA) from Estancia High SchoolSep 2023 Second Semester Principal’s Honor Roll (for having a 3.5-3.75 GPA) from Estancia High SchoolMay 2023 Certificate of Achievement from Coastline ROPApr 2023 Student of the Quarter - Yoga (3rd Quarter, Nomination by Mrs. Cazalis, Estancia High School)Apr 2023 Student of the Quarter - Spanish (3rd Quarter, Nomination by Ms. Mejia, Estancia High School)Language and Technical Skills Bilingual and Biliterate (English and Spanish)Proficient with G Suite (Google Slides, Docs, Forms, Sheets, Google Classroom, etc.), Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and

Microsoft

OfficeReferences Manuel Chavez Costa Mesa City Councilman• [email protected]• 949-274-2305 (Phone)Arlis ReynoldsCosta Mesa City Councilwoman • [email protected]• 714-754-5107 (Phone)Siggy Abuel Language Arts Teacher• [email protected]• 949-514-6500 (Landline)Mayra FigueroaASB Advisor/World Languages Teacher• [email protected]• 949-285-3006 (Phone)Robert Sterling AVID Teacher• [email protected]• 714-444-4848 (Landline) 289
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Full Name:

Drew John Murphy
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Architectural Professional since 1983 and have lived in Costa Mesa for 43 of the last 48 years beginning in 1976.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Effective management of the committee's responsibility.

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Full Name:

Alma Fausto
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Housing and Public Service Grants Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am excited to apply to the Housing and Public Service Grants Committee, eager to contribute my skills and deep-rooted connection to Costa Mesa to ensure that critical funding is allocated effectively for the benefit of our community.

My background as a writer and journalist for the Orange County Register has given me the ability to research, analyze, and communicate complex ideas clearly. Currently, I serve as Director of Campaign & Executive Communications for the Hoag Hospital Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Hoag Health System. I work closely with a wide range of stakeholders—donors, clinicians, patients, and community partners—each with their own priorities. My role is interpersonal, requiring me to build relationships, craft compelling narratives, and philanthropic proposals.

Costa Mesa is not just where I grew up—it is my home. As a proud graduate of Costa Mesa's public schools, I was fortunate to benefit from the resources and enriching experiences provided by local organizations. While I have had the opportunity to travel and live in other places, this city holds a special place in my heart, and my family continues to proudly reside in this community. I also believe in being a good steward of public funds, ensuring that resources are allocated wisely to organizations that will create meaningful impact.

This would be my first foray into government involvement, and I recognize that there will be a learning curve. However, I am eager to learn and I am committed to approaching this role with dedication and an open mind. With my combined experience in storytelling, communications, and philanthropy, I believe I can bring a thoughtful, informed perspective to the committee’s work.

Thank you for your time and consideration.
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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I am especially interested in education, children's literacy, and skill-based learning. I recognize that homelessness remains a central issue in our community, affecting many families, including children. I would be eager to learn how we can do more to support these families, ensuring that children can focus on their education and experience the fundamental joys of childhood.

Additionally, I believe it’s crucial to help individuals develop new skills or strengthen foundational ones, such as reading and writing. I know the city already partners with several nonprofits supporting children, seniors, and those experiencing homelessness, and I would be excited to build on that support to help even more people thrive.

I recognize the importance of funding programs that promote long-term sustainability and empowerment. I would be eager to learn how we can ensure that resources are used strategically to create lasting, positive change.

In general, I would be interested in learning more about the process for soliciting and receiving grant applications, exploring opportunities to diversify the initiatives the city funds, and identifying ways to maximize our collective impact in the community. I’m also genuinely interested in being civically engaged, as I believe it’s important to contribute to the growth and well-being of our Costa Mesa neighbors.

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Contact Information:Note: This contact information will not be posted on the City's website or distributed to the public.

However, this information is still subject to release pursuant to the California Public Records Act.

Name:

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By checking this box and typing my name below, I am
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Alma Fausto
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Full Name:

Carlos Salampessy
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Animal Services Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Hello! Ive worked for a Licensed Commercial Architect as an Intern for the City of Murrieta in Riverside county for a year. I am an electrical engineer student looking to become licensed for urban development and I would like to take the steps forward in being involved in urban development as i finish school and work full-time.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to be involved in anything that is related to my studies which is traffic engineering or electrical planning and consulting. I would really like to be under some engineering to get some engineering hours and continue with my involvement in city development.

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My Name is Carlos Aaron Salampessy and I am 27 years old. I’m currently studying for a BS Electrical Engineering at Arizona State University. I am currently working as a CNC operator manufacturing optical lenses. At the moment I want to continue my trade skills as an optician to support my education, and obtain my Professional Engineering License.

Experience
Optician III; MKS Instruments/Newport Optics — 2024-current Operating CNC spindle machines to polish small optical lenses for various equipment and instruments.

CNC Operator; Survival Systems International — 2024-2024 CNC Operator for HAAS and FANUC CNC machines. Programmed and setup contracts for Sikorsky aluminum parts and legacy steel parts for the company’s main product, lifeboats.

Optician/Crystal Growth Technician; Coherent Corp./II-VI Aerospace & Defense — 2022-2024
Technician and optician for the fabrication of optics and laser technology for military- grade equipment. Worked on a HAAS CNC machine and eccentric spindles for abrasion of materials. Monitored and and track the production of crystals using crucible furnaces. Reason for leaving: Company lay offs.

AutoCAD Designer; Empire Design Group, inc. — 2021-2022 Part-time Internship. Design As-built and Conceptual architectural plans for Residential and Commercial buildings and structures under Licensed Architect.

Reason for leave: Internship.

Stock Associate; Dollar Tree, Inc. — 2015-2020
Part-time working freight and stocking inventory. I worked on and off as I went to school full-time, and worked part-time while continually attended school part-time.

Painter; Absolute Painting — 2017-2019
Full-time during the Summer. Painted homes and landscaping both interior and exterior under Contracted Painter.

Education
Vista Murrieta High School; Murrieta, CA
Contact Info:

Skills
-C++ 2015
-Assembly Language
-AutoCAD 2021 & 2015
-MATLab 2024
-Microsoft Office
-Google Drive
-HAAS CNC
-FANUC CNC
-MasterCAM
-ASF Furnace operations
-Construct and read
Engineering and
Architectural plans
-Hand Crane Operation
and Safety

CARLOS SALAMPESSY
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High School Diploma — 2015
Mt. San Jacinto Community College; San Jacinto, CA
AA Liberal Arts - Mathematics and Science — 2016-2020
Arizona State University; Phoenix, AZ
BS Electrical Engineering — 2021-2025
Projects
Architect Projects:

Commercial and Residential Projects and presentations available upon request.

Optician Projects:

Participated in a commercial breakthrough for efficient development of polishing for optics. The breakthrough used cerium oxide polishing compound with Sodium Hydroxide to improve the polishing process from 14 days to 1 day. Participated in the process to polish the surface with different abrasive compounds and test which compound can successfully be polished cost-effectively. 295
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SYED ZIA HUSSAIN
Q2
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Animal Services Committee,
Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Finance and Pension Advisory Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I am undergraduate in Urban Planning and becoming a part of the Costa Mesa City Committee can help me understand and learn more about the real-world projects and issues faced by the City.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to incorporate my studies and would like to participate in the best of my abilities and knowledge to contribute to the best possible feedback and input I can provide.

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SYED ZIA HUSSAIN

City of Costa Mesa, CA

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Devoted and team-oriented ESFJ personality type with over 2 years of hands-on involvement in, urban planning, community involvement, and project supervision. Described as warm-hearted and paying attention to clients, and do well with team members in the effort to accomplish defined objectives. Skilled in data analysis, organizing and conducting research, preparing data visualization of research finding of projects in compliance with municipal codes and policies. Expert in performing practical studies like social survey, or case study of urban environment. Seeking to adopt practical experience and utility-focused mind-set towards achieving defined project goals.

EDUCATION
 Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning 2025 Cal Poly Pomona, California, United States
 Associate Degree in Architecture 2019 Orange Coast College. California, United States
 Associate Degree in Event Management 2016 Orange Coast College. California, United States

RECREATIONAL PROJECTS
Creative Brain (After School Program) Feb - updated  Teach classes for Art, animation, and music at the Advanced Learning Academy, Santa Ana, CA.

Community Service Leader II | City of Costa Mesa (Recreational Dept) Part-Time Jan – Mar 2024  Supporting the R.O.C.K after-school program by actively positive learning environment and  Demonstrating self-motivation and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and program participants.  Assisting in on-field program planning and maintaining detailed records, including daily schedules, logbooks, and work hours.  Supervising student check-ins and check-outs, coordinating activities, conducting fire drills, and providing assistance with homework, arts and crafts, and recreational games.

Student Connect SoCal Community Outreach | SCAG Project May 2023 – Jun 2023  Engaged with the public to encourage survey participation and conducted interactive street events to gather community feedback.  Researched potential locations for future surveys and provided strategic recommendations to enhance outreach efforts.

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Planning Aide Intern | Cal Poly Pomona Facility Planning and Management, CA  Maintained accurate records and organized files to ensure efficient access to project documentation and information as may be needed.  Conducted cold calls to gather relevant data, created detailed figure-ground drawings, and performed comprehensive site and data analyses to support project planning.
 Prepared and printed architectural drawings, authored detailed reports, and handled various administrative tasks to assist in daily operations.

Administrative Intern | City of Tustin Department of Community Planning, Tustin, CA  Reviewed variance applications, conditional permits, and design reviews to ensure compliance with planning standards and regulations.  Conducted quality control checks and updated code files to maintain accuracy and consistency within project documentation.  Analysed and evaluated General Plans, zoning ordinances, subdivision plans, and environmental reports to support informed decision- making.

SKILLS
Communication | Interpersonal Relation | People Management | Project Support | Report Writing | Urban Planning | Urban Design | MS Office | SketchUp | Rhino | AutoCAD | Adobe Creative Suite | Micro-Station | ArcGIS | InDesign | Research | Customer Service | Marketing and Sales | Organizational Skills | General Clerical Tasks | Data Management | Data Entry | Data Visualization

MEMBERSHIP
 Member of Mobile Housing Committee, City of Costa Mesa, CA  American Planning Association
ACHIEVEMENT:
 Fonder of “Smart City Developers” (Students and young professionals NP organization. Organize seminars, produce documentaries, and community development projects)
 Smart City Developers - YouTube
(channel)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hnuY80V_PM&t=18s
https://www.youtube.com/@ocsmartcitydevelopers6812

Member of Mobile House Park Advisory Committee at City of Costa Mesa 297
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Nicholas Lapating
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Active Transportation Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

My career path has been focused on transportation and mobility. As a resident of Costa Mesa I want to apply my skill set to assisting in preforming my civic duty to help better the community in which i live.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? As a proud resident of Costa Mesa it has been amazing to see the growth that the city has experienced as well as the elevated commerce and cultural options. With that growth it will be imperative to have the proper transportation network of all mobilities as well as have a sound parking plan for areas that are over parked and with low inventory exceeding capacity.

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NICHOLAS

LAPATING
Orange County CA

A twenty-year parking professional with a strong background operations throughout Southern California. A compassionate leader with a strong moral compass and a high emotional intelligence, who is focused on the success of his teams. Is process driven to achieve goals and often takes on changing tasks with tact, resilience, and poise.

EXPERIENCE

GENERAL MANAGER
LAZ Parking | Orange County, CA
October 2022 - Present
Currently responsibilities for operations management, business development, and client & customer satisfaction throughout Orange and Riverside Counties. Has also developed a strong, specialized operational team to support the diverse portfolio of locations including municipal, enforcement, transportation, healthcare, retail, restaurant, and commercial locations. In the first year as General Manager added an additional 10 locations through organic growth and winning new deals accounting for $378K in new annualized DLOP.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
LAZ Parking | Orange County, CA
July 2016 – October 2022
Managed the financials and operations of 80+ locations, 800+ employees and 50 managers throughout Orange and Riverside Counties. Oversaw growth of the OC market from 2.38M
DLOP increasing to 3.16M in DLOP over this period.

LOCATION MANAGER
LAZ Parking | Los Angeles, CA
August 2006 – January 2010

PORTFOLIO MANAGER
LAZ Parking | Los Angeles, CA
February 2010 – June 2016
Joined the LA region as an assistant manager of the 2nd location in the region. Worked in multiple roles helping to grow the region with a location count increasing to
over 200 locations.

LOCATION MANAGER
Signature Parking | Santa Barbara, CA
October 2004 – July 2006

EDUCATION
DOUBLE MAJOR: BACHELOR OF ARTS SOCIOLOGY & BACHELOR OF ARTS GEOGRAPHY University of California Santa Barbara
September 2005

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Full Name:

Stephen Brahs
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I have 35 years of experience in Real Estate Development. Most of this experience was at the Irvine Company where I was responsible for our Office Portfolio, our Ground Leases, our Hotels, our Marina Slips, and our Golf courses. I believe I can benefit our City by volunteering for this Committee.

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As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Everything related to the aesthetics of our City and the City's cost and expenses Q5
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Full Name:

Drew John Murphy
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Active Transportation Committee,
Fairview Park Steering Committee,
Housing and Public Service Grants Committee,
Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

Architectural Professional since 1983 and have lived in Costa Mesa for 43 of the last 48 years beginning in 1976.

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Eric Vu
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Indicate the name of the Committee you are interested in serving on:

Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee
Q3
Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I'm a real estate professional studying values, traffic, demographics. Most of work is in other states and I invest and develop in other areas outside of Costa Mesa. I live in Costa Mesa and could lend my knowledge to help our city.

Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? Any ideas or projects that will keep the city safe for a very long time. Including sidewalks, lighting, traffic control signage etc.

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Jim Fitzpatrick
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Active Transportation Committee
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Indicate why you wish to serve on this Committee. Provide any experience or qualifications you may possess that you think would be beneficial to this Committee. A resume (optional) may be attached.

I seek to serve on this committee to utilize my knowledge and relationships to achieve desired outcomes in my City Costa Mesa! Relevant and necessary experience:
* Former Chair, Costa Mesa Planning Commission
* Former Elected Director, Cost Mesa Sanitary District
* Former Board Member, Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
* Former Planning Commissioner Representative to the TIF Ad Hoc * International Business Executive, Country Manager with P&L Responsibility * Currently on Ad Hoc for International Traffic Engineers, discussing - Cannabis Retail Stores
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
* 23 year Costa Mesa Resident
I can satisfy the following Committee criteria requirements, based on experience and current role and responsibilities:
* Major Developer’s Representative
- 20 Acre mixed use, specific plan, and programming of space, bringing in tenants and securing municipal approvals, including source power in a constrained environment
- 100 Unit Residential, adding 80 Units
- Large Commercial Retail revitalization
* Small Developer Representative
- processed more than 2 dozen Entitlements in Costa Mesa alone. Involved in other Cities, that brings necessary perspective * At large position
- Dozens of smaller projects, from Entitlement to Building Plans, power upgrades, encroachment permit all the way through certificate of occupancy
Almost all of this experience has engaged in consideration of traffic impact fees, trip generation, reduction in vehicle miles travels I have unique city knowledge and vast relationships to not only form the basis of my opinions and recommendation but also seek necessary feedback and perspective on mission critical items Q4
As a Committee member, what ideas or projects are of interest to you? I would like to broaden the committees scope from what the ultimate traffic impact fees is, but to discuss how and where the city applies the calculations and how the city utilizes the fees collected to balance the needs of the city while remaining business friendly Filled out online … please excuse any typos
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