Att #1 Local Appointments List 2024 — City Council/Public Financing Authority, December 19, 2023

City of Huntington Beach
LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST – 2024
Opportunity for Public Service on
City Boards, Commissions, Committees

CITY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES TERMS
WHICH HAVE EXPIRATION DATES OCCURING IN CALENDAR YEAR 2024

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 2024 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

Term Limits Not Applicable -- See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings

Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
James Michalski (Chair) December 20, 2022 Gracey Van Der Mark Peter Rivas (Vice Chair) December 20, 2022 Pat Burns
John Villa November 16, 2021 Rhonda Bolton
Steven Shepherd December 23, 2020 Dan Kalmick
Pano Frousiakis December 20, 2022 Tony Strickland
David Gins December 21, 2020 Natalie Moser
Daren Macdonald December 12, 2022 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.

Members and Appointments: The Commission consists 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.

CIAB/PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION

Term Limits Not Applicable -- See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings

Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
Ken Inouye 12/22/2022 Dan Kalmick
Macey Lachman 1/01/2021 Natalie Moser
Gigi Jackson 12/30/2022 Rhonda Bolton
Mike Massie 12/20/2022 Tony Strickland
Michael Hoskinson 12/20/2022 Gracey Van Der Mark Jeanne Paris 12/20/2022 Pat Burns
Jonathan Hammel 2/21/2023 Casey McKeon

Mission/Purpose: The mission of the Citizen Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) is to submit recommendations to City Council on allocations for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.

Members 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.

Necessary 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.

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.

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ADVISORY BOARD

Term Limits Not Applicable -- See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings

Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By
Laura Costelloe 12/21/20
Term: 1/1/21-12/31/24
Natalie Moser
Dr. Richard Harrison 10/1/21
Term: 1/1/21-12/31/24
Dan Kalmick
Taryn Palumbo 5/17/22
Term: 1/1/21-12/31/24
Rhonda Bolton
Ceason Baker 1/1/2023
Term: 1/1/23-12/31/26 Casey McKeon
Lisa-Lane Barnes
1/1/2023
Term: 1/1/23-12/31/26 Tony Strickland
Austin Edsell 1/1/2023
Term: 1/1/23-12/31/26
Gracey Van Der Mark
Lolly McHardy 1/1/2023
Term: 1/1/23-12/31/26
Pat Burns
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.

Meeting 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.

Necessary 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

COMMUNITY AND LIBRARY SERVICES COMMISSION

(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings)

**No expirations occur in 2024**

Mission/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.

Members 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.

Meeting 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.

Note: Appointments to this board must file California Form 700 - "Statement of Economic Interests."

Necessary 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.

DESIGN REVIEW BOARD

FINANCE COMMISSION

Term Limits Not Applicable -- See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings

Current Appointee Date of Appointment Appointed By

Robert Sternberg 12/14/2020 Dan Kalmick
Jamie Craver 12/23/2020 Natalie Moser
Janet Michels 09/07/2021 Rhonda Bolton
David Cicerone 12/20/2022 Tony Strickland
Kelly Gates 12/20/2022 Gracey Van Der Mark
Billy Hamilton 12/20/2022 Pat Burns
Frank Lo Grasso 12/20/2022 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.

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 at 5:00 PM 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 Finance Department at (714) 536- 5630.

Note: 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.
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(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings)

Date of Expiration
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 and Senior Management Analyst Kevin Justen.

Necessary Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the City of Huntington Beach.

HARBOR COMMISSION
Current Appointee Date of Appointment
MICHAEL VANVOORHIS (MIKE) 3/4/2019
VAN VU 1/1/2022
DIANE WOOD 1/1/2022

(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings)

**No expirations occur in 2024**

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.

HISTORIC RESOURCES BOARD

(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings)

**No expirations occur in 2024**

Mission/Purpose: The Independence Day 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 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.

INDEPENDENCE DAY 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
Michelle Schuetz, Vice-Chair January 2023 Tony Strickland Mark Ellett December 2022 Gracey Van Der Mark
Monica Erskine March 2022 Rhonda Bolton
Dennis Kelly December 2020 Natalie Moser
Doug Misterly December 2022 Pat Burns
Martha Marrow December 2022 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.

INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD

(Resignations Occur; See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings)

Current Appointee Date of Appointment Date of Expiration

Katherine Elford (Chair) 10/4/2022 6/30/2024
Justin Betance 8/1/2023 6/30/2024

Mission/Purpose: The primary focus of the Personnel Commission is employee arbitration issues.

Members 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.

Meeting Dates and Times: Meetings take place the 3rd Wednesday quarterly (Jan, April, July, October) 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.

PERSONNEL 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 Kalmick
Oscar Rodriguez January 12, 2021 Moser
Ian Adam October 19, 2021 Bolton
Rick Wood January 10, 2023 Strickland
Butch Twining January 10, 2023 Van Der Mark
Don Kennedy February 14, 2023 Burns
Tracy Pellman January 10, 2023 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.

PLANNING COMMISSION

Term Limits Not Applicable -- See Notices of Vacancies for Potential Openings

Current Appointee Date of Appointment

Tim McCormack Prior to 3/2019

Joe Barco Prior to 3/2019

Diane Ellis Prior to 3/2019

Tony Nobles Prior to 3/2019

Kassie Parker 4/09/2019

Steve Pryharski 12/13/2022

Perry Ward Prior to 3/2019

Coastal Program Review Board (LCPRB) was established to advise the Orange County and, upon annexation, the City of Huntington Beach on all discretionary actions in the implementation of the Sunset Beach Specific Plan/Local Coastal Program.

Background: The Orange County Board of Supervisors established the seven-member Sunset Beach LCPRB as the official citizen’s advisory group in Sunset Beach pursuant to Resolution No. 82-349 on March 9, 1982.

The County’s Sunset Beach Specific Plan was developed largely through the vigorous efforts of the Sunset Beach community through the LCPRB. Upon annexation, the City of Huntington Beach continues to work closely with the LCPRB on all issues relevant to Sunset Beach community.

The LCPRB facilitates ongoing community participation in the long-term implementation of the Sunset Beach Specific Plan by providing a centralized forum for obtaining community opinion and transmitting recommendations to the City.

Meeting Times and Dates: The LCPRB meets, as needed, on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Nobles Family Community Center, 16861 12th Street, Sunset Beach. Please refer to the meeting agendas accessible below.

SUNSET BEACH LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM REVIEW BOARD

City Council/Public Financing AuthorityDecember 19, 2023

City Council/Public Financing Authority
December 19, 2023