City of Huntington Beach
LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST – 2023
Opportunity for Public Service on
City Boards, Commissions, Committees
CITY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES TERMS
WHICH HAVE EXPIRATION DATES OCCURING IN CALENDAR YEAR 2023 This list is prepared to inform members of the community of opportunities to serve on City boards, commissions, committees, and to invite applications from interested parties per Chapter 11, Section 54970, Part 1, Division 2, Title 5 of the California Government Code.
Please note that the following information pertains to openings that will be available in 2023 because of expiration of members’ terms. Very often during the year there will be openings on boards, commissions and committees because members resign. These openings are posted separately at the Civic Center and Huntington Central Library, and are listed on the city’s website at:
https://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/government/boards_commissions/notice_of_vacancies.cfm.
Applications for public service on a City Board, Commission, Committee can be accessed here:
https://huntingtonbeachca.gov/government/boards_commissions/.
ROBIN ESTANISLAU, CITY CLERK
Office of the City Clerk
2000 Main Street, 2nd Floor
714-536-5227
CIAB/PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION
(Term Limits Not Applicable; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
Da
vid Gins (Chair) 12/21/2020 Natalie Moser
Steven Shepherd 01/19/2021 Dan Kalmick
J
ohn Villa 11/16/2021 Rhonda Bolton
Cory Johnson 12/21/2020 Dan Kalmick
Vacant Tony Strickland
Vacant Gracey Van Der Mark
Vacant Pat Burns
Vacant Casey McKeon
Mission/Purpose: The mission of the CIAB/Public Works Commission is to review and make recommendations related to Public Works capital improvement projects and programs. In 2021, the City Council voted in favor of consolidating the Citizens’ Infrastructure Advisory Board, Beautification, Landscape, and Trees (BLT) Committee, and the Public Works Commission.
Members and Appointments: All current members of the Citizens Infrastructure Advisory Board (CIAB) and Public Works Commission members in good standing will continue to serve until their terms sunsets. The Commission will thereafter consist of seven (7) members made by direct appointment of each City Councilmember to a term that coincides with the City Councilmember's term.
Members may have no interest in any contract with the City, either during their term or for a period of one year after cessation of Commission service. All members serve without compensation, may hold no other office or employment in city government and no other employment that is incompatible with Commission service. Appointments to this board must file California Form 700 - "Statement of Economic Interests." Meeting Times and Dates: The CIAB/Public Works Commission holds regular monthly meetings on the third Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM at the Utilities Yard located on 19021 Huntington Street. All meetings are open to the public and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Public Works Department at (714) 375-5055.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and elector / resident of the City of Huntington Beach with special interest, training, and/or experience in the field of Public Works.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his / her term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION ADVISORY BOARD
(Term Limits Not Applicable; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
P
arna Ghosh 01/01/2021 Dan Kalmick
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acey Lachman 01/01/2021 Natalie Moser
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acant Rhonda Bolton
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acant Tony Strickland
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acant Gracey Van Der Mark
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acant Pat Burns
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acant Casey McKeon
Mission/Purpose: The mission of the Citizens Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) is to submit recommendations to City Council on allocations for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
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embers and Appointments: The CPAB includes seven members made by direct appointment of each City Councilmember to a term that coincides with the City Councilmember's term.
Meeting Dates and Times: The CPAB holds regular meetings on the 1st Thursday of the month beginning at 6:00 p.m. in Room B-8 of the Civic Center; additional meetings may be required depending on the number of grant applications received or as other issues arise. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.
Staff support is provided by the Office of Business Development at (714) 536-5470.
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ecessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach; members shall have an interest in assessing the needs of the community, particularly that of low and moderate-income households. Low-income and disadvantaged persons are encouraged to apply.
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acancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
COMMUNITY AND LIBRARY SERVICES COMMISSION
(Term Limits Not Applicable; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
Laura Costelloe 12/21/20 Natalie Moser
Term: 1/1/21-12/31/24
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r. Richard Harrison 10/21 Dan Kalmick
Term: 1/1/21-12/31/24
T
aryn Palumbo 5/17/22 Rhonda Bolton
Term: 1/1/21-12/31/24
E
laine Parker 9/3/19 Merged from Library Board
Term: 7/1/19-6/30/23
F
aith Vogel 4/6/09 Merged from Library Board
Term: 7/1/19-6/30/23
Vacant Tony Strickland
Vacant Gracey Van Der Mark
Vacant Pat Burns
Vacant Casey McKeon
Mission/Purpose: The mission of the Community and Library Services Commission is to make recommendations to City Council on matters relating to development, acquisition, and renovation of park, beach, libraries, and recreational facilities.
Members and Appointments: The Commission includes seven members made by direct appointment of each City Councilmember to a term that coincides with the City Councilmember's term. The commission cooperates with other governmental agencies and civic groups in the advancement of sound parks, recreational planning, and library services under the direction of the City Council. Commissioners study, report and interpret the needs of the public to the City Council, including conducting public meetings to garner community input on projects and facilities. The Commission reviews the annual Capital Improvement Projects budget as presented to the City Council and advises them on the current needs and long-range plans.
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eeting Dates and Times: The Commission meets regularly on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Community and Library Services Department at (714) 536-5486.
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ecessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach; interested in recreational programming, development of parks and the operation and conduct of City libraries
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acancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) C
urrent Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration K
athie Schey July 2021 N/A
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ayla Acosta-Galvan February 2022 N/A
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effery Dahl July 2019 July 2023 (First Term)
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atthew Fertal May 2022 May 2026 (First Term)
L
illi Cutler May 2022 May 2026 (First Term)
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ission/Purpose: The Design Review Board (DRB) assists the Community Development Director, Zoning Administrator, and Planning Commission in reviewing development plans and architectural drawings within designated geographic areas of the City, makes recommendations and may impose conditions or modifications on projects reviewed.
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embers and Appointments: The DRB is comprised of five members: one Planning Commission member, one Historic Resources Board member, and three at-large members that are recommended by two Council liaisons, and appointed by a majority of the City Council. At- large members serve four-year terms.
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eeting Dates and Times: The DRB meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month at 3:30 P.M. in Room B-8 located at the Lower Level of City Hall. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Community Development Department at (714) 536-5271.
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ote: Appointments to this board must file California Form 700 - "Statement of Economic Interests."
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ecessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, a resident of the City of Huntington Beach; interested in guiding, encouraging and promoting the maintenance of harmonious, compatible, attractive and aesthetic developments within special and unique areas of the City. Members must have training, education or work experience in design-related fields including, but not limited to, architecture, landscaping, art, urban/environmental design and aesthetics.
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acancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) C
urrent Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration Dan Kalmick, Chair December 21, 2021 December 31, 2024
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atalie Moser, Vice-Chair December 21, 2021 December 31, 2024 B
ud Benneman October 21, 2019 June 30, 2023
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ric Bornstein September 20, 2022 June 30, 2023
K
C Fockler October 21, 2019 June 30, 2023
K
athleen McGowan October 21, 2019 June 30, 2023
J
oan Siegal October 21, 2019 June 30, 2023
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scar Rodriguez (non-voting N/A N/A
member from Planning Commission)
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ission/Purpose: The Environmental Board has the duty to provide advice and monitor the City’s comprehensive Sustainability Master Plan that incorporates water and energy conservation, recourse recovery/waste management, renewable/recycle products, air quality, mobility and other pertinent issues that affect the overall sustainability, economic, ecological and social environments of Huntington Beach. The Board also performs other duties as may time to time be assigned or delegated to it by the City Council.
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embers and Appointments: The Board consists of seven voting members including five eligible individuals appointed by the City Council, as well as two City Council Liaisons that shall serve as chair and vice chair of the Board, unless the liaison delegates the position to another board member. The Board also includes one non-voting member who is a representative of the Planning Commission.
Meeting Dates and Times: The Board meets regularly on the second Wednesday of every other month at 6:00 pm in Room B-8, Lower Level of City Hall. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the City Manager’s Office at (714) 536-5202.
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ecessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach; have a general interest in promoting local efforts that will encourage sustainable practices and environmental preservation.
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acancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his / her term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. For current vacancies, check out the Notice of Vacancies page.
FINANCE COMMISSION
(Term Limits Not Applicable; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
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obert Sternberg 12/14/2020 Dan Kalmick
Jamie Craver 12/23/2020 Natalie Moser
Janet Michels 09/07/2021 Rhonda Bolton
Vacant Tony Strickland
Vacant Gracey Van Der Mark
Vacant Pat Burns
Vacant Casey McKeon
Mission/Purpose: The purpose of the Finance Commission is to act in an advisory capacity to the City Council in matters pertaining to financial planning, specifically:
• Mid-Year Budget Review & Budget Kickoff
• Year End Audit, Single Audit, and new GASB Standards Review • CIP & Infrastructure Calculation Review
• Adopted Budget Review
• Investment Update & Debt and Refinancing Opportunities • Year-End Review and Celebration
Members and Appointments: The Commission includes seven members made by direct appointment of each City Councilmember to a term that coincides with the City Councilmember's term.
Meeting Dates and Times: The Finance Commission holds regular meetings on the fourth Wednesday of every other month (6x per year) at 5:00 PM in Meeting Rooms B-7 / B-8 of City Hall. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Finance Department at (714) 536-5630.
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e: Appointments to this board must file California Form 700 - "Statement of Economic Interests."
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his / her term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. For current vacancies, check out the Notice of Vacancies page.
FOURTH OF JULY EXECUTIVE BOARD
(Term Limits Not Applicable; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration A
llison Stevens May 3, 2022 September 30, 2025
A
ndi Hamamoto-Kowal March 21, 2011 September 30, 2023
D
on Ramsey May 3, 2022 September 30, 2023
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oreal Taboada May 3, 2022 September 30, 2025
Li
nda Vircks December 15, 2008 September 30, 2023
Li
sa Marie Moreo May 3, 2022 September 30, 2023
P
at Love September 30, 2023
P
aul Simonds May 3, 2022 September 30, 2025
R
yan Van Tuyl May 3, 2022 September 30, 2025
Mission/Purpose: The Fourth of July Executive Board assists in the production of the Fourth of July Parade and festivities.
Members and Appointments: The Board shall consist of nine to fifteen members, recommended for appointment by two City Council liaisons, and approved by a majority of the City Council (terms not applicable). The Executive Board serves as an advisory body to the City Council, implementing policy as set by the City Council, and shall work with staff and volunteers to assist in coordinating the City’s annual Fourth of July parade (fundraising, coordination and presentation of the City's annual Fourth of July Celebration, including a parade, fireworks, 5K run, and related entertainment).
Meeting Dates and Times: The board meets monthly on the 1st Wednesday at 6:00 pm year- round, with two meetings in May and weekly or as-needed meetings in June. . All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Community and Library Services Department at (714) 536- 5486.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
HARBOR COMMISSION
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration CHRIS NIELSEN 3/16/2020
WIL
LIAM LARKIN (BILL) 3/4/2019
KIM
BERLEY MILLIGAN 3/4/2019
MIC
HAEL VANVOORHIS (MIKE) 3/4/2019
CRA
IG SCHAUPPNER 3/4/2019
VAN VU 1/
1/2022
DIANE WOOD 1/1/2022
12/31/2026
12/31/2026
12/31/2026
12/31/2024
12/31/2026
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Mission/Purpose: To serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council in all matters related to Huntington Beach Harbor, its beaches, facilities, and parks. The Commission advises the City Council about waterway safety, general infrastructure (e.g. seawalls, pier headlines, bulkheads etc.), water quality and Municipal Code amendments. The Harbor Commission also cooperates with other governmental agencies and civic groups for the advancement of the Huntington Harbor and recreational planning under the direction of the City Council.
Members and Appointments: The Commission shall consist of seven (7) members, recommended for appointment by two City Council liaisons, and approved by a majority of the City Council.
Meeting Dates and Times: The Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in meeting Room B-8 on the Lower Level of the Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA.
All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Fire Department at (714) 536-5411. Staff support is provided by Fire Chief Scott Haberle, Marine Safety Division Chief Eric Dieterman and Senior Administrative Analyst Kevin Justen.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
HISTORIC RESOURCES BOARD
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) D ate of Appointment Date of Expiration
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1/2021 6/30/2025
7/
1/2021 6/30/2025
7/
1/2019 6/30/2023
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1/2019 6/30/2023
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1/2021 6/30/2025
7/
1/2019 6/30/2023
Current Appointee
Kathie Schey
Amory Hanson
Susan Nguyen
Joe Santiago
Duane Wentworth
David Wentworth, Sr.
Marc Zambrano 7/1/2021 6/30/2025
Mission/Purpose: The purpose of the Historic Resources Board is to encourage and promote programs and activities that enhance public awareness of historic resources.
Members and Appointments: The eleven member Board includes eight (8) at-large members, recommended for appointment by two City Council liaisons, and approved by a majority of the City Council. The Board shall serve as an advisory body to City Council, as well as a liaison to Council for local, state and federal groups and agencies whose interest involves historic issues.
Meeting Dates and Times: The Board meets as needed on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in Room B-7 (lower level) of City Hall. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Community and Library Services Department at (714) 960-8836.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach; preferably general interest in local history.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) D ate of Appointment Date of Expiration
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18/2017 12/31/2023
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15/2021 12/31/2023
10/
05/2021 12/31/2023
6/
07/2022 12/31/2025
10/
05/2021 12/31/2025
1/
21/2020 12/31/2025
1/
21/2020 12/31/2023
1/
18/2022 12/31/2025
Current Appointee
V.C. Rhone, Chair
Debbi Parrott, Vice Chair
Jonathan Smith, Secretary
Vanessa Chow
Elaine Keeley
Hemesh Patel
Timothy Stuart
Iliana Velazquez
Kim Kaston 11/29/2022 12/31/2023
Mission/Purpose: The Human Relations Committee’s mission is to inspire and promote mutual understanding, respect, safety, and the wellbeing of all in our community through education and engagement.
Members and Appointment: The Committee shall consist of nine (9) members recommended for appointment by two City Council liaisons, and approved by a majority of the City Council.
The Committee sponsors community events through the year and serves as a resource to the community in promoting human dignity and cooperation.
Meeting Dates and Times: The Human Relations Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 p.m. at Huntington Beach City Hall, Lower Level Meeting Room B-7. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the City Manager’s Office at (714) 536-5910.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and elector / resident of the City of Huntington Beach; interested in promoting cultural diversity and inclusion efforts within the community. Fundraising and public information work experience is beneficial.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his / her term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD
(Term Limits Not Applicable; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings)
Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
Sean Haymann, Chair December 2020 Dan Kalmick
Dennis Kelly December 2020 Natalie Moser
Monica Erskine March 2022 Rhonda Bolton
Vacant Tony Strickland
Vacant Gracey Van Der Mark
Vacant Pat Burns
Vacant Casey McKeon
Mission/Purpose: The purpose of the Investment Advisory Board (IAB) is to act in an advisory capacity to the City Treasurer and the City Council in matters pertaining to the financial planning and the City's investments as per Municipal Code Chapter 2.109.
Members and Appointments: The IAB currently consists of seven members made by direct appointment of each City Councilmember to a term that coincides with the City Councilmember's term.
Meeting Dates and Times: The IAB meets on a quarterly basis (January, April, July, October) on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM in Room B-7 of the Huntington Beach Civic Center. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the City Treasurer’s Office at (714) 536-5553.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
JET NOISE COMMISSION
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration Jeff Morin, Chair 2/4/2019 12/31/2026
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avid Porter 2/4/2019 12/31/2026
K
eith Bohr 2/4/2019 12/31/2024
P
hillip Burtis 2/4/2019 12/31/2024
M
ichael Bourgeault 2/4/2019 12/31/2026
C
hristopher Kunze 2/4/2019 12/31/2026
M
ario Tabernig 2/4/2019 12/31/2024
Mission/Purpose: The Jet Noise Commission (JNC) was formed to monitor issues related to jet noise from commercial aviation traffic flying over the City, to act as an advisory body to the Council on matters pertaining to jet noise from commercial aviation traffic over the City, and to engage with neighboring cities, regulatory bodies, airlines, and staff regarding the impact of air traffic activities on the quality of life in Huntington Beach.
Members and Appointments: The JNC shall consist of seven at-large members recommended by two Council liaisons, and appointed by a majority of the City Council.
Meeting Dates and Times: The JNC holds regular monthly meetings, generally on the fourth Monday at 5:30 PM in B-7 of the lower level of City Hall or via Zoom. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the City Manager’s Office at (714) 536-5202.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach. Members shall hold no paid office or employment in the City government while serving on the JNC.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
MOBILE HOME ADVISORY BOARD
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration T
im Geddes, Chair 4/19/2022 August 2024
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ric Silkenson, Chair Elect 5/3/2021 August 2025
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alerie Avilla 4/19/2022 August 2024
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ary Jo Baretich 4/19/2022 August 2024
C
arolyne Carey Jo Chase 4/19/2022 August 2024
C
hris Houser 7/7/2021 August 2025
S
cott Miller 4/19/2022 August 2025
A
llison Plum 5/3/2021 August 2025
V
ickie Talley 7/21/2021 August 2025
Mission/Purpose: The Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB) ensures the quality of life in mobile home parks and to review matters concerning mobile home parks in the City of Huntington Beach, through healthy communication with park owners, manufactured home owners and the City Council. The Board acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council on matters concerning the mobile home community.
Members and Appointments: Nine members, three each as follows: Park representatives, Resident/Owner representatives, and citizens at-large who have no affiliation or relationship with mobile home parks. All members are recommended by two Council liaisons and appointed by a majority of the City Council.
Meeting Dates and Times: The MHAB meets quarterly at 5:00 p.m. on the 4th Monday of the month in January, April, July, and October at a Civic Center, Lower level B-8 and via Zoom. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the City Manager’s Office at (714) 536-5910.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and elector / resident of the City of Huntington Beach, except park representative members. Depending on type of vacant membership position, one has to be a mobilehome owner in the City or park representative.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
PERSONNEL COMMISSION
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) C
urrent Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration C
indy Vellucci (Chair) 6/15/2021 6/30/2023
Dianne Thompson (Vice-Chair) 6/15/2021 6/30/2023
George Rivera 6/15/2021 6/30/2023
Katherine Elford 10/4/2022 6/30/2024
Vacancy
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ission/Purpose: The primary focus of the Personnel Commission is employee arbitration issues.
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embers and Appointments: The Personnel Commission consists of five members, each of which are recommended by two Council liaisons and appointed by a majority of the City Council.
The members serve a two-year term, and are limited to serve two consecutive terms. No member shall hold any paid office or employment with City during, or for a period of one year after terminating service as a member of the Commission.
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eeting Dates and Times: Meetings take place at least quarterly and on an as-needed basis. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the City Manager’s Office at (714) 536-5252.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach.
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acancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
PLANNING COMMISSION
(Term Limits Not Applicable; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
Kayla Acosta-Galvan January 12, 2021 Kamick
Oscar Rodriguez January 12, 2021 Moser
Ian Adam October 19, 2021 Bolton
VACANT Strickland
VACANT Van Der Mark
VACANT Burns
VACANT McKeon
Mission/Purpose: In addition to power and duties specified in the Government Code, the Planning Commission shall have the power and duties to:
• Recommend to the City Council after a public hearing thereon, the adoption, amendment or repeal of a master or general plan, or any part thereof, for guidance in the physical development of the City;
• Exercise such functions with respect to land subdivisions as shall be provided by the Subdivision Map Act, and by ordinance not inconsistent with the provisions of the Charter; • Exercise such functions with respect to zoning, building, land use, precise plans, specific plans, and related matters which may be prescribed by ordinance not inconsistent with the provisions of the Charter; and
• Perform such other functions not inconsistent with the Charter as may be delegated to it by the City Council.
Projects typically acted upon by the Planning Commission are major development proposals, tentative tract maps, zoning map amendments, zoning text amendments, general plan amendments, and various similar applications.
Members and Appointments: The Planning Commission, a quasi-judicial body that is empowered by State law and the City Council, consists of seven members made by direct appointment of each City Councilmember to a term that coincides with the City Councilmember's term.
Appointments to this board must file California Form 700 - "Statement of Economic Interests." Meeting Times and Dates: The Planning Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Study sessions are frequently held at 5:15 p.m. prior to the meeting in Council Chambers. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Community Development at (714) 536-5276.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and elector / resident of the City of Huntington Beach.
Vacancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.
YOUTH BOARD
(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings) Current Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration B
artel, Acacia 09/07/2021 05/31/2023
Blankenbaker, Luke 07/20/2020 05/31/2023
Nguyen, Faith 09/07/2021 05/31/2023
Osborne, Kenady 07/20/2020 05/31/2023
Parrott, Colin 09/07/2021 05/31/2023
Pham, Olivia 10/04/2022 05/31/2023
Rizvi, Sarah 09/07/2021 05/31/2023
Vo, Adam 09/07/2021 05/31/2023
Wong, Kai 10/04/2022 05/31/2023
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ission/Purpose: The objective of the Huntington Beach Youth Board is to act as a voluntary advisory board to the Huntington Beach City Council regarding youth achievements, problems and needs. The board will represent, involve and promote youth participation in community affairs.
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embers and Appointments: The Youth Board shall consist of nine (9) members composed in the following manner: One member each representing four Huntington Beach public high schools (Edison, Huntington Beach, Marina and Ocean View), and five members chosen from the community at large. Members at-large are recommended by two Council liaisons and appointed by a majority of the City Council Members of the Youth Board shall be appointed annually in June and shall serve a term of one year. After serving they must be reappointed by the City Council in order to continue serving on the Youth Board.
Meeting Dates and Times: The board meets on the second Monday of each month at 3:30 p.m. in the Community & Library Services Department, 5th Floor, 2000 Main Street, Civic Center. All meetings are open to the public, and special meetings may be called in conformance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Staff support is provided by the Community & Library Services Department at (714) 374-5312.
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ecessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach.
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acancies: In the event a member retires or is unable to complete his term, an appointment shall be made to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. To find out the current vacancies, please visit the Notice of Vacancies webpage.