CONFIDENTIAL CITY CLERK
CITY OF FEB 17 2026
Fremont
CITY OF FREMONT
Rent Review Board Application
Applications can be submitted in-person or via email to:
Office of the City Clerk
3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A
P.O. Box 5006
Fremont, CA 94537-5006
[email protected]
The Rent Review Board will evaluate the reasonableness of proposed rent increases at the request of either a landlord or tenant pursuant to the rent review program set forth in Fremont Municipal Code Chapter 9.60. All Rent Review Board members should be available for a 2-3 hour meeting at least once a month. The meeting date and time will be determined by the Rent Review Board in accordance with FMC 2.20.030(p). There will be at least 6 hours of training on board procedures and general mediation technique.
Personal Information:
Title Mrs. If Other:
Pathak Manisha
Name
Last First MI
Fremont CA
Address
Street City State Zip
Email Phone
23 Resident of the City of Fremont: years
Demographic Information:
Ethnicity: Indian Other Ethnicity:
Gender: Female
English
Language(s) spoken:
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Board Member Position:
Please select the position for which you are applying
Landlord: You are currently a landlord who owns rental units in the City of Fremont Tenant: You are currently a tenant resident in the City of Fremont Neutral Third Party: You are a resident of the City of Fremont, but you are neither a landlord or a tenant
Note: Appointees will be asked to submit appropriate documentation to verify status as Fremont resident, landlord, tenant or neutral third party prior to appointment.
Background Information:
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Serving on the Rent Review Board would allow me to contribute constructively to one of the most important quality-of-life issues facing our residents today.
What would you bring by way of perspective or experience to the Rent Review Board? addition, my work in mental health has given me a deep appreciation for how housing instability impacts emotional well-being, familie eniors, and vulnerable residents. I approach complex situations with empathy while still maintaining clear boundaries and ethic:
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I would bring analytical thinking, ethical judgment, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to fair process, ensuring decisions are reasoned, respectful, and rooted in the long-term health of the community.
Do you currently or have you ever serves in a leadership role or on a board of directors for a landlord or tenant related housing provider, trade association, organization or advocacy group? If so, please identify the organization, your involvement and dates of your participation.
I am the Founder and current leader of a nonprofit organization based in Fremont. veras cly oral for is plain are elk and or baving a sitong communio super system Terge near as rested an ag service projects that address community needs.
Do you have any experience in mediation and conflict resolution? If so, please describe.
Additionally, my academic training in counseling has strengthened my skills in active listening, emotional regulation, neutrality, and ethical decision-making. I understand how to create a safe space for dialogue, de-escalate tension, and help individuals feel heard while maintaining structure and fairess.
I believe effective mediation requires patience, empathy, clear communication, and a commitment to balanced outcomes, qualities I consistently apply in my leadership and community service Tops
Employment/ Volunteer Information:
Please list any qualifications you feel would provide positive input to the work of the task force.
Organization: Art Of Living
2007-till date
Dates:
Location: Fremont Volunteer/Instructor
Position:
Responsibilities/accomplishments:
Teaching breathing techniques and meditation, helping péople relieve stress and improve mental and physical health.
Organization: Stellus Technology
2019-2020
Dates:
San Jose QA and Scrum Master
Location: Position:
Responsibilities/accomplishments:
Bring experience in structured analysis and objective decision-making as a QA professional, ensuring policies and processes are applied consistently and fairly.
Skilled in reviewing complex documentation, identifying gaps, and evaluating evidence based outcomes, essential for balanced rent review assessments.
Experienced Scrum Master with a strong background in facilitating discussions, resolving conflicts, and guiding diverse stakeholders toward equitable solutions.
Committed to transparency, accountability, and process integrity, with a track record of improving governance and compliance practices in technical environments.
Active community advocate with experience working across culturally diverse populations, ensuring all voices are heard and respected.
Organization: Cisco
2021-2023
Dates:
Location: San Jose Position: QA Engineer
Responsibilities/accomplishments:
Objective, Evidence-Based Decision Making: As a QA professional, I evaluate issues based on documented facts, data, and established standards, a critical skill when reviewing documentation, and compliance requirements.
Process Integrity & Consistency: My experience designing and validating structured processes ensures policies are applied fairly and consistently, reducing bias and maintaining trust in decision-making.
Attention to Detail: QA work requires careful review of documentation, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring accuracy, essential when examining rental agreements, notices, timelines, and Imparial Evaluation: a Ores demand neutraly and arierence a delined standards, eiring my in yo remain bite and oget ve in sensitive using a and property owners. • Community Activities that you have been involved with (feel free to attach separate pages) Overseas Organization for Better Bihar
Organization:
2021- till date
Dates:
Fremont Position: Founder/President
Location:
Responsibilities/accomplishments:
Founded and scaled a Fremont-based nonprofit from 4 to nearly 600 members, establishing strong govemance and ethical standards.
Lead structured, transparent decision-making processes while ensuring fairness and accountability.
Facilitate dialogue among diverse stakeholders and mediate conflicts to reach balanced, constructive resolutions.
Partner with city officials and community leaders to strengthen civic collaboration and community stability.
Oversee budgeting, policy development, and sustainable service programs that support families and neighborhood well-being.
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Organization:
2014-2016
Dates:
Fremont Volunteer
Location: Position:
Responsibilities/accomplishments:
I was responsible for raising funds to create a residential school for the girl children of the brothels of Sonagachi, Kolkata, India. I led efforts and made the dream a success thereby rescuing many. girls from the brothels.
Special awards or recognitions you have received
Recognized by City of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale and Fremont, Festival of Globe for our Philanthropic work and creating a strong support system for the community, therby providing a sense of family and mental reliability.
Education Information
School IGNOU, New Delhi BA Year 1998
Degree
Grand Canyon University BS Year 2025
School Degree
Additional Information (Please provide any other information that would be useful when reviewing your application)
I am committed to serving the community with integrity, fairness, and diligence. My professional background in structured analysis and facilitation, combined with my community engagement, equips me to thoughtfully review petitions and contribute to balanced, lawful decisions that protect both housing stability and property rights.
Civic service is a privilege and responsibility of interested, qualified, sincere citizens. The value and importance of wide participation of a large number of citizens cannot be measured. Your interest in serving on the City of Fremont's Rent Review Board is greatly appreciated.
General Information: Your application is a public document and will be kept on file for one year. If you would like additional information, please call the City Clerk's Office, at 510-284-4060.
Please sign and date your application and email or submit your application to the City Clerk's Office. Refer to the beginning of this application for the address.
Manisha Pathak 02-17-2026
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CONFIDENTIAL CITY CLERK
CITY.OF
Fremont MAR 1 0 2026
CITY OF FREMONT
Rent Review Board Application
Applications can be submitted in-person or via email to:
Office of the City Clerk
3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A
P.O. Box 5006
Fremont, CA 94537-5006
[email protected] -
The Rent Review Board will evaluate the reasonableness of proposed rent increases at the request of either a landlord or tenant pursuant to the rent review program set forth in Fremont Municipal Code Chapter 9.60. AlI Rent Review Board members should be available for a 2-3 hour meeting at least once a month. The meeting date and time will be determined by the Rent Review Board in accordance with FMC 2.20.030(p). There will be at least 6 hours of training on board procedures and general mediation technique:
Personal Information:
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Resident of the City of Fremont: 59 years
Demographic Information:
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Language(s) spoken: Parque, spanish
Board Member Position: ...
Please select the position for which you are applying
Landlord: You are currently a landlord who owns rental units in the City of Fremont Tenant: You are currently a tenant resident in the City of Fremont Neutral Third Party: You are a resident of the City of Fremont, but you are neither a landlord or a tenant
Note: Appointees will be asked to submit appropriate documentation to verify status as Fremont resident, landlord, tenant or neutral third party prior to appointment.
Background Information:
Why do you wish to serve as a member of the Rent Review Board? What would you bring by way of perspective or experience to the Rent Review Board? Extensic experim in resolving dispares beseen Tenants and Landed.
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Education Information
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Additional Information (Please provide any other information that would be useful when reviewing your application)
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Civic service is a privilege and responsibility of interested, qualified, sincere citizens. The value and importance of wide participation of a large number of citizens cannot be measured. Your interest in serving on the City of Fremont's Rent Review Board is greatly appreciated.
General Information: Your application is a public document and will be kept on file for one year. If you would like additional information, please call the City Clerk's Office, at 510-284-4060.
Please sign and date your application and email or submit your application to the City Clerk's Office. Refer to the beginning of this application for the address.
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