CITY OF MANHATTAN BEACH
ENVIRONMENTAL TASK FORCE
APPLICATION 2018
The City of Manhattan Beach is recruiting members for the formation of an Environmental Sustainability Task Force.
Task force members will serve the City in an ad -hoc working committee for a term of up to 12 months with the possibility to extend service at the end of one-year. The purpose of this working task force is assist the City in developing long-term Sustainability Goals, share technical skills and lessons learned from previous en vironmental and sustainability pursuits, and contribute to the development of policies and programs related to a variety of topics including climate action and energy, low-impact development and sustainable building, smart water management, and climate ada ptation and resiliency. We are seeking a diverse cross-section of our residential, business, and education community to become members of the task force. Please fill out the application below and return by 5:00 PM on March 14, 2018 to:
Dana Murray, Environmental Manager
1400 Highland Ave. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
[email protected]
310-802-5508
CONTACT INFORMATION
Name
Address
Primary (Cell) Phone
Secondary (Work) Phone
E-Mail Address
Are you a qualified voter of
the City of Manhattan Beach?
AVAILABILITY/MEETING TIMES
The Environmental Task Force will likely meet publicly on the second Friday that City Hall is open each month during the day, likely commencing on April 20th, 2018. (City Hall calendar here: http://www.citymb.info/city- services/new-city-hall-hours) As needed, the Environmental Task Force may hold working meetings prior to the monthly public meetings, most often in sub-committees. In addition, the Task Force will be expected to help prepare materials for meetings and come prepared. Are you committed to attending Task Force meetings, assisting in preparation, and being an active participant? _____________ What is your preference and availability for meeting times? ___ 10:00 AM ___ 1:00 PM
PLEASE INDICATE YOUR INTEREST (“I”) AND EXPERTISE (“E”) IN THE FOLLOWING ISSUE AREAS:
___ Climate Adaptation & Resiliency ___ Low-Impact Development & Sustainable Building ___ Smart Water Management ___ Climate Action & Energy ___ Ocean & Coastal Protection ___ Environmental Education ___ Solid Waste & Recycling ___ Air Quality
___ Land Use & Transportation ___ Urban Greening & Restoration
PLEASE CHECK THE AREA THAT BEST DESCRIBES YOUR BACKGROUND ___ Science/Academia ___ Business owner in Manhattan Beach ___ Education/School District ___ Non-governmental organization ___ Government Agency ___ Public-At-Large/Other (please write-in)
You may attach a separate paper to answer the following 3 questions. Please limit each answer to less than 250 words. In addition, resumes or additional information may be attached and submitted with your application.
Experience & Qualifications
Please describe the experience, special skills and qualifications you have acquired from employment, volunteer work, education, or through other activities in the issue areas checked above.
If appointed to the Task Force, what unique strengths would you bring?
What one or two environmental issues do you consider the most pressing for the City and why?
Agreement and Signature
By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I understand that if I am appointed to the Environmental Task Force, any false statements, omissions, or other misrepresentations made by me on this application may result in my immediate dismissal.
Name (printed)
Signature
Date
Our Policy
It is the policy of the City to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual preference, age, or disability.
Thank you for completing this application form and for your interest in serving Manhattan Beach on the Environmental Task Force.