Application for Appointment to a Citizen
CITP
Commission, Board, Committee, or Task Force
Acknowledgement
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens, and residents and electors of the City of Huntington Beach during the appointment process and term, and may not hold more than one membership at a time. • Pursuant to the Municipal Code Chapter 2.100, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office or employment in the City personnel system.
• All Council appointed commission, board, and committee members are required to take two hours of AB1234 public service ethics training and AB1661 harassment prevention training every two years and thereafter. • All Council appointed commission, board, and committee members must comply with the City's Huntington Beach Code of Ethics Policy, Social Media Policy for Elected and Appointed Officials (AR 509), Equal Employment Opportunity Policy (AR 921), Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Policy (AR 922), Violence in the Workplace Policy (AR 923), and A Respectful Workplace Policy (AR 924).
• You are applying for a public position. As such, the information provided in your application becomes a public record once the appointment process is completed, and may be subject to public inspection pursuant to the California Public Records Act.
• If appointed, you will be required to take an Oath of Office and are subject to filling a Statement of Economic Interests pursuant to the City's Conflict of Interest Policy (Resolution 2023-01). • I acknowledge and certify that I meet the requirements listed in the notice above.
Prefix* Last Name * First Name* Middle Initial
Ms. Palmer l Ann
Mr., Ms., etc.
Date *
2/8/2024
Name of Board, Commission, Committee, or Task Force *
City Celebration Committee
Length of Residency in Huntington Beach*
35 years
Occupation*
Digital ad/marketing exec / Semi/retired
United States Citizen?* Currently Serving on a City Board or Commission?*
• Yes • No
• Yes • No
Home Address: *
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State
Huntington Beach CA
Postal / Zip Code
92648
Phone Numbers Phone Numbers
Personal Business
Type * (?) Number* Type (?) Number
cell cell
Personal Email*
Educational Background*
HS diploma
2+ college: NIU, Santa Monica College
Various graduate & exec courses
Professional Licenses and/or Associations*
Past:
Tread Lightly
Society of Automotive Engineers (group)
CTFA (Cosmetics & Toiletries)
Professional Experience*
Pharmaceutical, beauty industry: Package design, communications, advertising & regulatory affairs mgmt [Fermodyl Laboratories] - 6 years ending 1975
Business Owner: Graphic design, advertising and curriculum material [Clients: Styper, Schick, OC Community Hospital, de Gallia, Helping Hands, Westside Playhouse, Motorcyclist magazine] - 4 years ending 1980; specific clients on request currently
Automotive industry: Technical and promotional publications/materials designer, Magazine editor, Racing program developer, Advertising/Mktg mgmt, Digital mgmt, Mobile and Social Media program development, PR [Honda & Acura divisions of American Honda Motor Co., Inc.] - 38 yrs. ending Dec 2019 Special Knowledge or Skills *
Graphic arts, technical & promotional/marketing writer, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), digital creator, publication and curriculum design, staff and vendor Supvr., business communications Civic Interests and/or Service Memberships?*
Our Neighborhood Voices - seeking to secure local control for housing needs, planning/development Wetlands and waterways (Bolsa Chica Conservancy, Madrona marshland, etc.) CLARE Foundation
Animal rescue & welfare
Child welfare, enrichment and educational programs
Additional comments: I have a keen interest in understanding the impact of programs, services and urban design have on our city, our residents and humanity in general. It is my belief that a better understanding and appreciation of our heritage and culture can instill greater pride and appreciation of Huntington Beach. I applaud the formation of this committee and hope that I may be selected to help celebrate Huntington Beach, its unique heritage and how that also connects to important hallmarks of American history.
How will your qualifications best serve the citizen advisory group that you are applying for, and why do you wish to serve on this group?*
I have a keen interest in understanding the impact that programs, services and urban design have on our city and our residents and wish to contribute in positive, innovative ways to the community. It is my belief that a better understanding and appreciation of our heritage and culture can instill greater pride and appreciation of Huntington Beach. I applaud the formation of this committee and hope that I may be selected to help elevate the celebration of Huntington Beach, its unique heritage and the connection to important hallmarks of American history.
Thank you for your consideration
/ I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular position that I am applying for and authorize the release of Signature *
Apa
It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to the citizen commissions, boards, and committees, based on the needs of the city, as well as the interests and qualifications of each applicant. Selection will be made without discrimination based on the applicant's race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40 and over), physical and/or mental disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, any other category/status protected by federal and/or state All applications will remain active for one (1) year from the date received and be kept on file for 2 years for the position(s) applied for. [
Additional information concerning a particular commission, board, committee, or task force or the application process is available through the staff support department identified above. General questions can be directed to Cathy Fikes, (714) 536-5553.