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AGENDA
NOTICE AND CALL OF SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE LAKEPORT CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 5:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers, 225 Park Street, Lakeport, California 95453 See Teleconferencing Instructions Below
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKEPORT:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Lakeport City Council is hereby called to be held on Tuesday, December 10 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing and acting on the following:
1. Lakeport
Economic
Development
Advisory
Committee
(LEDAC)
Interviews and
Appointments:
Interview candidates and appoint five members to the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee (LEDAC).
2. Planning
Commission
Interviews and
Appointments:
Interview applicants and appoint two members to the Lakeport Planning Commission.
3. Measure Z
Advisory
Committee
(MZAC)
Interviews and
Appointments:
Interview candidates and appoint three members to the Measure Z Advisory Committee (MZAC).
4. Adjournment:
Dated: 12/04/2024
____________________________________
Hilary Britton, Deputy City Clerk
AGENDA
NOTICE AND CALL OF SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE LAKEPORT CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
5:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers, 225 Park Street, Lakeport, California 95453 Meeting Date: 12/10/2024 Page 1 Agenda Item # 1.0
CITY OF LAKEPORT
City Council
City of Lakeport Municipal Sewer District
Lakeport Redevelopment Successor Agency
Lakeport Industrial Development Authority
Municipal Financing Agency of Lakeport
STAFF REPORT
RE: Appointments to the Lakeport Economic Development
Advisory Committee (LEDAC)
MEETING DATE: 12/10/2024
SUBMITTED BY: Kelly Buendia, City Clerk
PURPOSE OF REPORT: Information only Discussion Action Item WHAT IS BEING ASKED OF THE CITY COUNCIL/BOARD:
The City Council is being asked to interview applicants and appoint five individuals to serve on the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
In 2010, the City Council established the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee (LEDAC) to advise the City Council, City Manager, and Lakeport Economic Development Program staff on developing potential programs and strategies for economic development in the City; to establish and maintain regular communication between the City and the business community; to evaluate community needs and desires for economic development; and to focus on commerce solutions that enhance the quality of life for the Lakeport community.
The committee consists of twelve (12) members. Five seats are held by one representative from each of the following partners: Lakeport Main Street Association, Lake County Chamber of Commerce, Mendocino College, Lake Campus, Workforce Development through MPIC, Inc. (Mendocino Private Industry Council), and Sutter Lakeside Hospital.
The remaining seven (7) members at-large are appointed by the City Council from applicants who either live, work, shop, or do business in the City of Lakeport, including Lake County residents who live in unincorporated areas within the Lakeport trade area. Members at-large serve two-year terms, with terms commencing on January 1.
The terms of four of the committee members will expire December 31, 2024. In addition, Bill Eaton resigned his seat on the Committee mid-term, and the Council is asked to appoint one applicant to fulfill his partial term.
Recruitment for membership was done by a press release that went out to all local media, and by advertising on the City’s website/social media. Letters were sent to incumbent members whose terms were expiring, and they were invited to reapply.
The City Clerk is presenting six applicants for Council consideration. Applications are attached to this report.
Names were drawn at random to be interviewed in the following order:
1. Bonnie Darling
2. Marie Schrader
3. Denise Combs
4. Laura Sammel
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5. Wilda Shock
6. Lissette Hayes
The interviews do not qualify as a closed session exception under the Ralph M. Brown Act. However, out of courtesy to all applicants, the Mayor can request that applicants voluntarily wait outside of the Council Chamber during interviews and deliberations for these vacancies.
OPTIONS:
Choose members to serve and/or direct staff to further advertise the positions.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None $ Budgeted Item? Yes No
Budget Adjustment Needed? Yes No If yes, amount of appropriation increase: $ Affected fund(s): General Fund Water OM Fund Sewer OM Fund Other:
Comments:
COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
☐ Priority #1: Public Safety & Crisis Response
☐ Priority #2: Disaster Resiliency
☒ Priority #3: Good Governance & Fiscal Stability
☐ Priority #4: Capital Infrastructure Improvement
☐ Priority #5: Safe, Sustainable & Attractive Neighborhoods ☒ Priority #6: Economic Development
SUGGESTED MOTIONS:
1. Move to appoint [Specify Name] to the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2025, and expiring December 31, 2026.
2. Move to appoint [Specify Name] to the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2025, and expiring December 31, 2026.
3. Move to appoint [Specify Name] to the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2025, and expiring December 31, 2026.
4. Move to appoint [Specify Name] to the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2025, and expiring December 31, 2026
5. Move to appoint [Specify Name] to the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2025, and expiring December 31, 2025.
Attachments: 1. List of 2024 Committee members and terms
2. Application from Bonnie Darling
3. Application from Marie Schrader
4. Application from Denise Combs
5. Application from Laura Sammel
6. Application from Wilda Shock
7. Application from Lissette Hayes
LAKEPORT ECONOMIC DEV ELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITT EE (L EDAC) This committee meets bimonthly, on the second Wednesday of the month, at 7:30 a.m. in the Conference Room at City Hall.
Membership to this committee is open to anyone who lives, works, shops, or does business in the City of Lakeport, including those in the unincorporated areas of the Lakeport trade area.
COMMISSIONER DATE APPOINTED TERM ENDS
Pam Harpster November 21, 2023 December 31, 2025
JoAnn Saccato November 21, 2023 December 31, 2025
Vacant Resigned December 31, 2025
Denise Combs December 13, 2022 December 31, 2024
Bonnie Darling December 13, 2022 December 31, 2024
Wilda Shock December 13, 2022 December 31, 2024
Jeff Davis December 13, 2022 December 31, 2024
DENISE COMBS
Phone:
Lakeport, CA 95453 Email:
Results-Driven Business Leader
Dynamic, business-savvy business executive with 25 years’ experience in progressively challenging roles. In business management, compliance and leadership. Demonstrated expertise in developing, implementing, and managing operational programs in all aspects of business management. This includes launching new products and services, develop policies and procedures supporting regulatory compliance, sales and marketing initiatives, and documentation of standard operating procedures. Proven ability to build and drive strategic initiatives to support compliance, cost containment, and administrative efficiencies within diverse industries and environments. Concentrated focus on client and patient service, integrating strategic management techniques, quality measurements and reporting.
Areas of Expertise
Strategic Business Planning &
Execution
Administrative Operations
Develop new sales and marketing
initiatives
Staff Coaching & Counseling
Documentation of essential workflows
and procedures
Project Leadership
Business Process
Optimization
Risk Management
Change & Conflict
Management
Policy Development
Strong Writing Skills
Performance Management
Employee Relations
Training & Development
Employee Engagement &
Communications
Professional Experience
CONSULTANT TO SMALL BUSINESSES AND ENTREPRENEURS
COMBS CONSULTING GROUP
HR MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LEADERSHIP COACHING, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT VOLUNTEER
COMBS CONSULTING GROUP, LAKEPORT, CA April 2016 to present
CEO AND EXECUTIVE CONSULTANT
Provide management support for programs relating to compliance with employment and workplace safety laws, leadership development, employee engagement, and performance management. Design and deliver staff development and training programs presented to clients and to the local business community. Develop and implement new lines of services and products. Serve as interim or on-call human resource professional for on-site or project-based assignments. Plan and execute sales and marketing activities including lead generation and prospective client presentations. Working in volunteer role, collaborate with community leaders (City of Lakeport and County of Lake) and local business owners to encourage and foster economic development throughout Lake and Mendocino Counties.
Denise L. Combs, SPHR Resume, Page 2
HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP
SONOMA WEST MEDICAL CENTER, SEBASTOPOL, CA April 2015 – April 2016
CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Serve on executive team for a startup hospital providing leadership and manage hospital-wide human resource and education programs and services. Develop, communicate, and execute development and communication of program priorities aligned with organizational goals and compliance. Chair education committee, serve on Quality Council, Infection Prevention, and Safety committees. • Build, direct and manage implementation and effectiveness of human resource programs and services. • Create all staff employee education program supporting quality initiatives, regulatory standards and organizational goals.
• Facilitated hiring and orientation of over 250 employees within nine months. • Hands on leader actively participating in all areas of human resources including recruitment, performance management and training.
• Maintain records on human resource and educational activities to ensure successful state and accreditation survey results.
• Collaborate with key leaders to develop interdisciplinary programs and services focusing on quality patient care, high patient satisfaction survey results and maintain constant survey readiness across all departments.
• Ensures needed data is collected on a timely basis and regular reports on progress are distributed.
AURORA SANTA ROSA HOSPITAL, SANTA ROSA, CA May 2013 – April 2015
DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES
Serve as HR leader for startup hospital providing inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care. Manage and direct all aspects of the human resource function. This includes developing policies and procedures, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, employee and labor relations, recruitment, benefit administration, performance management, staff development and training. Serve as key member of executive leadership team. Created hospital’s HR department, including development of all policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory healthcare standards.
Facilitated hiring and orientation of over 250 employees within a 12-month period. Actively participate in cross-functional projects to optimize business processes and to develop and execute strategic plans.
Lead development and implementation of organization-wide employee training and development program, including new hire orientation, cultural diversity, and harassment-free work environment. Actively contribute to development of organizational mission, vision and values statements. Advise management team on employee relations and staff development issues. Establish and maintain pre- and post-employment documentation practices in compliance with all regulatory and healthcare accreditation requirements.
SANTA ROSA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS, SANTA ROSA, CA Nov. 2011 – May 2013
MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES & STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Provided comprehensive support and counsel to operations groups for large, multi-location community health organization serving 135,000 patient visits annually. Recruited to reengineer HR operations to capitalize on efficiencies and best practices.
Served as interim HR Director in fiscal Q4 2011; partnered with executive leadership to realign HR goals and services.
Conducted extensive analysis of existing HR systems and developed business plan to update all operational procedures.
Aligned employee engagement programs with strategic initiatives, including developing performance management program, employee training, and employee benefit programs. Led reengineering effort to improve functionality of onboarding and orientation systems and processes. Led team of four HR professionals in obtaining full accreditation from Joint Commission in Healthcare, nationally recognized symbol of quality and exemplary standards. Supported collective bargaining efforts that improved labor relations while maintaining zero increase in overall expenditures.
Denise L. Combs, SPHR Resume, Page 3
HOSPICE SERVICES OF LAKE COUNTY, LAKEPORT, CA Dec. 2010 – Dec. 2011
HR ASSOCIATE
Provided full-cycle HR services to community-based healthcare organization including benefits, recruitment, employee onboarding, training and HR systems.
Managed benefits administration, including employee enrollments, program compliance and reporting. Developed orientation training program and facilitated employee onboarding sessions. Managed training programs, including online training and webinars.
Supported managers in all phases of recruitment and candidate selection. Led project team to implement and customize Human Resource Information System (HRIS.) Project included documentation of workflow processes and create procedure guides.
SUTTER LAKESIDE HOSPITAL, LAKEPORT, CA Dec. 2007 – Nov. 2010
HR GENERALIST
Directly supported HR Director in all phases of department management, including employee and labor relations, compensation, benefits, training, compliance requirements and special projects. Coordinated in-house education and training activities including certification courses; monitored clinical licensing and certification requirements.
Managed recruitment activities and onboarding requirements for new employees. Served as employees’ primary onsite liaison for benefit administration, disability management and workers compensation administration.
Partnered with HR Director to serve as liaison with union representatives and union stewards; participated in staffing committee meetings and in contract negotiations. Wrote job descriptions and supported overall compensation practices. Served on employee investigations team.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor of Science, Business Management, University of Phoenix Certificate, Human Resources Management, Sonoma State University Nationally Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA)
Professional Affiliations and Volunteer Activities
Vice Chair, City of Lakeport Economic Development Committee, 2017 to present Workshop Facilitator, Certified Tourism Ambassador, Lake County Faculty Member, Institute for Healthcare Communication
Rotary Club of Lakeport, Member
North Shore Business Association, Member
Kelseyville Business Association, Member
Lake County Chamber of Commerce, Member
Lake County Theatre Company, Member and Sponsor
Founding Board Member for Konocti Christian Academy, a K-8 private Christian school
Education Montana State University Billings,
2019- 2021
Strayer University , Maitland, FL
Healthcare Services Administration
transferred Credits to MSU
Skills & Knowledge Highly motivated with enthusiastic energy and consultative approach combining creative and analytical skills, VerityStream, Cactus, MSOW, MD STAFF, MS Word, Excel, Cerner, Meditech, Citrix, Market Ware 11, CMA Advisory Board, Adobe Acrobat, and Power Point Proficient.
Fluently in English and Spanish.
CAMSS- California Medical Staff Association- Northern Region Representative CAMSS Board of Directors
NAMSS- National Association Medical Staff Service member- NAMSS Ethics Committee Member AAPL- American Association of Physician Liaisons- Webinar/ Education Committee Member MTAMSS- Montana Association Medical Staff Services member- Membership Committee Member ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
NAMSS, CPMSM, CPCS Certified
Meeting Date: 12/10/2024 Page 1 Agenda Item #2.0
CITY OF LAKEPORT
City Council
City of Lakeport Municipal Sewer District
Lakeport Redevelopment Successor Agency
Lakeport Industrial Financing Authority
Municipal Financing Agency of Lakeport
STAFF REPORT
RE: Appointments to the Lakeport Planning Commission MEETING DATE: 12/10/2024 SUBMITTED BY: Kelly Buendia, City Clerk
PURPOSE OF REPORT: Information only Discussion Action Item WHAT IS BEING ASKED OF THE CITY COUNCIL/BOARD:
The City Council is being asked to make appointments to serve as members of the Planning Commission.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
The Planning Commission was established in 1956. It has land use decision-making authority as defined by the Lakeport zoning ordinance and also advises and reports on planning matters to the Lakeport City Council.
The commission consists of five members who serve four-year terms. Qualified applicants must reside in the City of Lakeport; however, the City Council may appoint one member who lives outside of the City limits, but within the Lakeport zip code area. This seat is currently held by Kurt Combs whose term expires in 2024.
The terms of two of the commission members, one vacancy due to Commissioner Barnet’s resignation, as well as one seat currently held by Commissioner Combs will expire December 31, 2024. Recruitment for filling these vacancies was made by a press release that went out to all local media and by advertising on the City’s website and social media outlets. The incumbents were also invited to re-apply for appointment.
The City Clerk is presenting four applicants for Council consideration. Each applicant resides in the City of Lakeport and applications are attached to this report. Names were drawn at random to be interviewed in the following order:
1. Mary Claybon
2. Danny Wind
3. Fred Christensen
4. Alex Spillman
The interviews do not qualify as a closed session exception under the Ralph M. Brown Act. However, out of courtesy to all applicants, the Mayor can request that applicants voluntarily wait outside of the Council Chamber during interviews and deliberations for these vacancies.
OPTIONS:
Choose applicants to serve on the Planning Commission; or Direct staff to further advertise the positions.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None $ Budgeted Item? Yes No
Budget Adjustment Needed? Yes No If yes, amount of appropriation increase: $ Affected fund(s): General Fund Water OM Fund Sewer OM Fund Other:
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Comments:
COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
☐ Priority #1: Public Safety & Crisis Response
☐ Priority #2: Disaster Resiliency
☒ Priority #3: Good Governance & Fiscal Stability
☐ Priority #4: Capital Infrastructure Improvement
☐ Priority #5: Safe, Sustainable & Attractive Neighborhoods ☐ Priority #6: Economic Development
SUGGESTED MOTIONS:
1. Move to appoint [Specify Appointee name] to the Planning Commission effective January 1, 2025 and expiring December 31, 2028.
2. Move to appoint [Specify Appointee name] to the Planning Commission effective January 1, 2025 and expiring December 31, 2028.
Attachments: 1. List of 2024 Planning Commission and terms
2. Application from Mary Claybon
3. Application from Danny Wind
4. Application from Fred Christiansen
5. Application from Alex Spillman
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission meets the second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The city council may appoint one member who lives outside of the city limits but within the Lakeport zip code area.
COMMISSIONER DATE APPOINTED TERM ENDS
Mark Mitchell December 12, 2022 December 31, 2026
Kipp Knorr December 12, 2022 December 31, 2026
Nathan Maxman December 12, 2022 December 31, 2026
Kurt Combs December 7, 2020 December 31, 2024
Vacant Resigned December 31, 2024
I believe I am particularly qualified as I grew up in Lakeport, I continually participate in AICP classes, and have a deep longing to revitalize residents’ sense of place. Nobody wants their neighborhood to change; but without change, a neighborhood will stagnate and decline.
Many cities are experiencing co-occurring crises, not just Lakeport, and there’s so much to learn from their success. The creative solutions we plant now are the seeds of an economically sustainable future.
I’m guided by 6 core principles for building a strong town, and hope I’ll have an opportunity to elaborate on them:
● Financial solvency is a prerequisite for long-term prosperity. ● Land is the base resource from which community prosperity is built and sustained. It must not be squandered.
● A transportation system is a means of creating prosperity in a community, not an end in itself.
● Job creation and economic growth are the results of a healthy local economy, not substitutes for one.
● Strong cities, towns, and neighborhoods cannot happen without strong citizens (people who care).
● Local government is a platform for Strong Citizens to collaboratively build a prosperous place.
Thanks for your consideration.
Meeting Date: 12/10/2024 Page 1 Agenda Item # 3.0
CITY OF LAKEPORT
City Council
Lakeport Redevelopment Agency
City of Lakeport Municipal Sewer District
Lakeport Industrial Development Authority
Municipal Financing Agency of Lakeport
STAFF REPORT
RE: Appointments to the Measure Z Advisory Committee (MZAC) MEETING DATE: 12/10/2024 SUBMITTED BY: Kelly Buendia, City Clerk
PURPOSE OF REPORT: Information only Discussion Action Item WHAT IS BEING ASKED OF THE CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY/BOARD:
The City Council is being asked to interview applicants and appoint three members to the Measure Z Advisory Committee
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The purpose of MZAC is to meet publicly to review all revenues and expenditures of the transactions and use tax and make recommendations to the City Council regarding those expenditures. The ordinance states that the committee shall be composed of five (5) members to be appointed to terms of not more than four (4) years by the City Council.
The terms of three (3) of the committee members expire December 31, 2024. Recruitment for filling these vacancies was done by press releases that went out to all local media and by advertising on the City’s website and social media. The incumbents were also invited to re-apply for appointment.
The City Clerk is presenting three applicants for Council consideration. Applications are attached to this report.
Names were drawn at random to be interviewed in the following order:
1. Meg Harper
2. Carl Porter
3. Dennis Rollins
4. The interviews do not qualify as a closed session exception under the Ralph M. Brown Act. However, out of courtesy to all applicants, the Mayor can request that applicants voluntarily wait outside of the Council Chamber during interviews and deliberations for these vacancies.
OPTIONS:
The Council could make the recommended appointments.
The Council could reject any or all recommended appointees and make new appointments The Council could direct staff to continue recruiting
FISCAL IMPACT:
☒ None ☐ $ Budgeted Item? ☐Yes ☐ No
Budget Adjustment Needed? ☐Yes ☐ No If yes, amount of appropriation increase: $ Affected fund(s): ☐ General Fund ☐ Water OM Fund ☐ Sewer OM Fund ☐ Other:
Comments:
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COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
☐ Priority #1: Public Safety & Crisis Response
☐ Priority #2: Disaster Resiliency
☒ Priority #3: Good Governance & Fiscal Stability
☐ Priority #4: Capital Infrastructure Improvement
☐ Priority #5: Safe, Sustainable & Attractive Neighborhoods ☐ Priority #6: Economic Development
SUGGESTED MOTIONS:
1. Move to appoint [Specify Appointee name] to the Measure Z Advisory Committee (MZAC) effective January 1, 2025, with terms expiring December 31, 2028.
2. Move to appoint [Specify Appointee name] to the Measure Z Advisory Committee (MZAC) effective January 1, 2025, with terms expiring December 31, 2028.
3. Move to appoint [Specify Appointee name] to the Measure Z Advisory Committee (MZAC) effective January 1, 2025, with terms expiring December 31, 2028.
Attachments: 1. List of 2024 Committee members and terms
2. Application from Meg Harper
3. Application from Carl Porter
4. Application from Dennis Rollins
MEASURE Z ADVISORY COMMITTEE (MZAC)
This committee meets quarterly to review all revenues and expenditures of the Measure Z transactions and use tax and make recommendationsto the City Council regarding those expenditures.
COMMISSIONER DATE APPOINTED TERM ENDS
Susan King December 13, 2022 December 31, 2026
Verna Schaffer December 13, 2018 December 31, 2026
Meg Harper December 8, 2020 December 31, 2024
Dennis Rollins December 8, 2020 December 31, 2024
Zack Jordan December 8, 2020 December 31, 2024