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Conchita
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Better Homes and Gardens
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I have always been interested in serving in some capacity for the city of Merced. I believe I would bring a fresh voice and view.
I am born and raised in Merced. I moved back to Merced
20+ year ago to raise my family in the city that so love. I have served on numerous boards in our community. I have a passion for and enjoy volunteering. I want Merced to be better everyday and I strive to be a positive voice for our community.
Please list your current employer and relevant volunteer experience.
I am currently working for Better Homes and Gardens Everything Real Estate in Merced. I have served on the board for Boy and Girls Club of Merced County, Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the OLM foundation board, Golden Valley FFA boosters. I am an active member of the Merced Elks Lodge 1240 and Club Mercedes. I am currently serving my last 3 year term on the Mercy Hospital Foundation Board. I am also a founding member of the Merced HOW (Helping One Woman) chapter in Merced.
What is your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission?
To review the General plan for Merced and any future development. Possible relocation of Boundaries and allocation for special projects.
Do you have experience or special knowledge pertaining to this Board or Commission?
I believe my Real Estate Experience and knowledgeable of Merced County would benefit me if I were to be considered for this appointment .
Any other comments you would like to add that may assist the City Council in their decision?
I live in Merced by choice and I want our city to be the best it can be.
My family has called
Merced home for 3 generations on my maternal side and I am first generation on my paternal side.
As I look back on my life growing up in Merced it was a special time in my life.
I want to give future generations that same opportunity.
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Conchita F Swiggart
Date of Birth
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Hispanic
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Female
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I declare under penalty of disqualification or termination that all statements in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledege.
CFS
Conchita F Swiggart
Conchita Flores Swiggart
Objective
To better serve the community of Merced
Experience
2022-present Better Homes and Gardens Everything Real Estate Realtor
Sales and marketing
Assisting Buyers and Sellers with their Real Estate needs 2020-2022 Next Door Real Estate Merced , CA
Realtor
Sales Manager
Training of new agents
2002-2020 Century 21 Salvadori Merced,CA
Realtor
Marketing Available Properties for Sale
Helping Buyers Successfully buy property
Helping Seller to Successfully sell property Century 21 Salvadori Merced, CA 2008- 2020
Century 21 Salvadori Merced, CA
Controller
Accounts Payable/receivable
Assistant to Owner of the company
Policy and Procedure
Training of new agents
Managing of office staff
1991-2000 Contempo Realty/Coldwell Banker San Jose, CA Administrative Assistant
Education
200- 2002 California State University, San Jose San Jose, CA Bachelor’s Degree
Major in Liberal Studies and Minor in Social Science
1992-1997 San Jose City College San Jose, CA
Associates Degree
Major in Liberal Studies
1989- 1991 Merced Community College Merced, CA
1985-1989 Merced High School Merced, CA
High School Diploma
Interests
Board Member Mercy Hospital Foundation Merced CA
2016-Present
Board Member Boys and Girls Club of Merced County Merced, CA 2013- 2018
Board Member Merced County Association of Realtors Merced, CA
2012-2015
Board Member Merced County Hispanic Chamber Merced, CA 2005-2011
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David
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Merced College
Professor of Geography
David M Chambers
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I’m a professor of Geography.
I was born and raised in Merced.
I care deeply about the city
and hope for positive developments here.
Please list your current employer and relevant volunteer experience.
I’m currently a tenured professor of Geography at Merced College.
I am deeply interested in
understanding urban spaces and cities.
What is your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission?
advising city planning especially regarding zoning.
Do you have experience or special knowledge pertaining to this Board or Commission?
I have studied urban geography as part of my doctoral training.
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DA VID M. CHAMBERS Ph.D.
EDUCATION
Ph.D. Geography, May 2020, University of Wisconsin-Madison Dissertation, Gathering Vines Around a Trellis Pole: Power Geographies in Bangkok’ s Hmong Refugee Communities
M.A. Southeast Asian Studies, May 2013, University of Wisconsin-Madison Thesis, From a Petrified Log to the Mists of a Bleeding Mountain: A Hmong Story of Hope, Loss, and Betrayal in Hmong Space at Wat Tham Krabok Temple
B.S. History, Dec. 2008, Brigham Y oung University-Idaho
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Hmong Diaspora Studies
Hmong transnational migration
Critical Refugee Studies
critical political ecology
space and place
ethnonationalism
transnationality of millenarian movements
PUBLICATIONS
“From Networks to Categories: Hmong Political Positionality, Mobility, and Remnant Subjectivities in Thailand ”Hmong Studies Journal, (21)(2020): 1-46
“Wat Tham Krabok Hmong and the Libertarian Moment” Journal of Lao Studies, 6(2)(2015): 77-96 “Constructing a Governing Rationale: Developing Lao Hmong Refugees at Wat Tham Krabok” Hmong Studies Journal, 15(2)(2014): 1-13.
TEACHING & ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Professor of Geography, Merced College, Sept. 2017 to present, Courses taught:
Human/Cultural Geography (Geog-12)
World Regional Geography (Geog-02)
Physical Geography(Geog-01)
Physical Geography Lab (Geog-01L)
Weather and Climate (Geog-15)
Teaching Assistant, Human Geography 101, beginning Sept. 2016-Dec. 2016 University of Wisconsin Madison, Department of Geography with Dr. Robert Kaiser Teaching Assistant, International Studies 101, Feb. 2016-May 2016 University of Wisconsin Madison, Department of International Studies with Dr. Erica Simmons
Teaching Assistant, Human Geography 101, Sept. 2014-Dec 2014 University of Wisconsin, Geography Department with Dr. Keith Woodward Teaching Assistant, Geography/Environmental Studies 339, Sept. 2013-Dec. 2013 University of Wisconsin-Madison, Geography Department with Dr. Matthew Turner and Dr. Lisa Naughton Thai, Lao, and Hmong Language Cataloger, 2010-2012
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Memorial Library
REFERENCES
Ian Baird, PhD, Professor of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison Matthew Turner PhD, Professor Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison Stephen Y oung PhD, Associate Professor of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison
A W ARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS, & FELLOWSHIPS
Fulbright-Hayes Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) United States Department of Education, Jan. 2015-Jan. 2016 Odebolt Conference Travel Award
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Geography, spring 2017 Center for Southeast Asian Studies Field Research Grant University of Wisconsin-Madison, spring 2017
Center for Southeast Asian Studies Fellowship
University of Wisconsin-Madison, spring 2017
Center for Southeast Asian Studies Fellowship
University of Wisconsin-Madison, spring 2014
Center for Southeast Asian Studies Field Research Grant University of Wisconsin-Madison, summer 2012
Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Academic Y ear Fellowship University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2011-2012 academic year -Studying Thai Language
Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Summer Fellowship Southeast Asian Studies Summer Institute (SEASSI), summer 2011 -Studying Lao Language
Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Academic Y ear Fellowship University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2010-2011 academic year -Studying Hmong Language
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCIES
Thai
-High level of fluency in Thai after living in Thailand for almost 4 years.
-Advanced fluency: speaking, listening, reading,
writing.
-Used Thai during MA and PhD fieldwork.
-BYU FLA TS Exam (Foreign Language Achievements
Testing Service) 2008.
-Completed UW’s highest-level Thai courses including
literature and poetry.
Lao
-Advanced level of Lao:speaking, listening, reading,
and writing
-Completed SEASSI upper level courses in Lao
-Completed upper level Lao SEASSI program
Hmong
-High level of fluency in Hmong.
-Advanced level Hmong:speaking reading and writing
RPA script.
-Used Hmong during MA and PhD fieldwork
-Completed 6th semester Hmong at UW-Madison
-BYU FLA TS Exam 2009
-Communicate in Hmong at home with Hmong family
members
Mandarin Chinese
-Baccalaureate Minor in Chinese
-Intermediate Mandarin fluency in
reading and writing
-intermediate fluency in speaking and listening
-Lived six months in P .R.C
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS & GUEST SPEAKING
“Space and Geopolitics in the Central V alley” Sponsored by ActMerced Lecture Series, Merced College, April 29, 2021 “An Evening of International Women’s History,” Panelist speaking on Women in Thai Buddhism, Merced College History Society, March 18, 2021
“Fitting-In or Falling Out of Place: Immigrant Hmong People’s Intra-Ethnic Political Positionality in Thailand” Sponsored by the Center for South East Asian Studies and the Hmong Studies Consortium, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Sept 30 2020
“Territorializing Hmong Millenarianism II” The Morality of Millenarianism in the Here and Now and the Then and There, a workshop funded by BYU College of FHSS and the BYU-Univ. of Utah Title VI Asian Studies National Resource Center, Park City, UT Dec. 1, 2018
“Comporting Invisibility and Making Do: Vietnamese Hmong in Bangkok” Quiet Social Movements & Everyday Life in the Urban Global South: Towards New Geographies of Social Change: I, panel at Association of American Geographers (AAG) Annual Meeting; Boston, MA; April 2017
Panelist at Association of American Geographers (AAG) Annual Meeting on “Emerging Scholars in Ethnic Geography” Panel:
Boston, MA; April 2017
“Feeling Pheng Hmong: Hmong Migrant Subliminal Performance in New Geographies of Power” The Fourth Hmong Studies Consortium International Conference: Memories, Networks, and Identity of Transnational Hmong; Chiang Mai, Thailand; Jan. 2017
“Territorializing Hmong Millenarianism I” V enerated Pasts Utopian Futures: Asian Millenarianism in the Here and Now and the Then and There, a workshop funded by BYU College of FHSS and the BYU-Univ. of Utah Title VI Asian Studies National Resource Center, Park City, UT Oct. 2016
“Hmong 'Good' Space: Territorialities and Networks”, Hmong Studies Consortium; University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison, WI; April 2016
“Research Ethics and Methods in Sensitive Subject Communities” Brigham Y oung University-Provo, Department of Theatre and Media Arts, TMA 273: Introduction to Non-fiction and new media production, invited Guest speaker Provo, Utah, Feb. 2016
“Governing Hmong in Thailand: Political Networks, Spaces, and Places” Informal Northern Thai Group (INTG) Monthly Lecture, Alliance Francaise, Chiang Mai, Thailand, Nov. 2015 “Wat Tham Krabok: Buddhist Heterodoxies and Rehabilitation Spaces” Institute of Southeast Asian Affairs, Chiang Mai University, Nov. 2015
“Southeast Asia: Social and Cultural Change” Brigham Y oung University-Idaho, Department of Geography, Rexburg, ID, March 2014
“The Creation and Contestation of Wat Tham Krabok Space: Monk and Hmong Spatiality and Territoriality” Consortium for Hmong Studies: Hmong Across Borders Conference, Minneapolis, MN, Oct. 2013 “Building a Temple: Thai and Hmong Spatialities and Identity on the Landscape of Wat Tham Krabok” Fourth International Conference on Lao Studies, Madison, WI, Apr. 2013
ACADEMIC SERVICE & AFFILIATIONS
Conference Organizer, Hmong Studies Consortium Sixth International Conference, Nov 1-3, 2024 Affiliated Researcher, Hmong Studies Consortium, 2011 to present Affiliated Researcher, Regional Center for Social Science and Development, Jan. 2015-Feb. 2016 Chiang Mai University,
Member of Conference planning committee , for the Fourth International Conference on Lao Studies Member, American Association of Geographers (AAG)
Union Elections co-chair, Merced College Faculty Association, 2017 to present Union Organizing co-chair, Merced College Faculty Association, 2022 - present Cohort Rep. Merced College Institutional Planning Committee 2019 to present Cohort Rep, Merced College Academic Senate, 2019 to 2021 Student Club Advisor, Merced College Geography and Sustainability Club, 2018 to Present Member, Southeast Asian Studies Research Group (SEARG), 2010 to present Graduate Student Representative to Faculty, UW-Madison Geography Department, 2014 Graduate Student representative, to UW-Madison Undergraduate Geography Club, 2013 Chapter President, Alpha Kappa Xi, BYU-Idaho’s chapter of Phi AlphaTheta, NationalHistory Honors Society Sept. 2008-Sept. 2009
Member, Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society, 2005 to present Member, Southeast Asian Student Association, Brigham Y oung University, 2004-2008 Submit Date: Mar 02, 2025
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Eric
G
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Merrill Lynch
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Eric G Chu
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I have been a proud resident of Merced for 15 years and am an alumnus of UC Merced. As a Wealth Management Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch, I have extensive experience in financial stewardship, strategic planning, and economic development. I also serve as CFO of the Moraga Community Association, Treasurer of the Merced Sunrise Rotary Charity, and on the External Advisory Council of UC Merced's Gallo School of Management, demonstrating my commitment to community service and fiscal responsibility. I am applying to this commission because I am passionate about ensuring responsible growth and financial transparency in Merced. I believe my expertise in finance, governance, and long-term planning will contribute to informed decision-making that benefits our community.
Please list your current employer and relevant volunteer experience.
I am currently a Wealth Management Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch, where I provide financial planning, investment management, and strategic guidance to individuals and organizations. In addition to my professional role, I am deeply involved in community service. I serve as the CFO of the Moraga Community Association, Treasurer of the Merced Sunrise Rotary Charity, and a member of the External Advisory Council for UC Merced's Gallo School of Management. These roles have allowed me to contribute my financial expertise to nonprofit and community-focused initiatives, ensuring sound fiscal management and strategic planning.
What is your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission?
The Planning Commission plays a crucial role in shaping the growth and development of Merced by reviewing land use proposals, zoning changes, and development plans to ensure they align with the city's long-term vision and regulations. It serves as an advisory body to the City Council, making recommendations that promote sustainable, well-planned growth while balancing economic, environmental, and community needs.
The Tax Transparency
Commission is responsible for promoting fiscal accountability and ensuring that public funds are managed transparently and effectively. It reviews financial reports, evaluates tax policies, and provides recommendations to enhance public trust in the city's financial stewardship.
Serving on either commission requires careful analysis, collaboration with stakeholders, and a commitment to making informed, strategic decisions that benefit the residents of Merced.
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Do you have experience or special knowledge pertaining to this Board or Commission?
Yes, my professional and volunteer experience has provided me with valuable knowledge relevant to this commission. As a Wealth Management Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch, I have extensive experience in financial planning, investment management, and economic analysis—skills that are directly applicable to responsible fiscal oversight and long-term planning.
Additionally, my roles as CFO of the Moraga Community Association and Treasurer of the Merced Sunrise Rotary Charity have given me hands-on experience in financial governance, budgeting, and ensuring transparency in financial reporting. Serving on the External Advisory Council for UC Merced’s Gallo School of Management has further strengthened my understanding of strategic planning and policy evaluation.
These
experiences equip me with the financial acumen and analytical skills necessary to contribute effectively to the commissions’s objectives, whether in planning responsible growth or ensuring tax transparency for the benefit of the Merced community.
Any other comments you would like to add that may assist the City Council in their decision?
As a longtime resident of Merced and an alumnus of UC Merced, I am deeply invested in the city’s growth, financial transparency, and overall well-being. My professional expertise in wealth management and financial planning, combined with my leadership roles in nonprofit and community organizations, has equipped me with the skills necessary to make informed, strategic decisions that serve the best interests of our residents.
I am committed to fostering
responsible development, ensuring fiscal accountability, and promoting transparency in city governance. If given the opportunity to serve, I will approach this role with diligence, integrity, and a strong focus on the long-term prosperity of Merced.
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I declare under penalty of disqualification or termination that all statements in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledege. egc
Eric G Chu
Eric G. Chu
Wealth Management Advisor, Portfolio
Manager
Dedicated financial professional with extensive experience in wealth management, investment strategy, and financial planning. Passionate about fiscal transparency, strategic development, and community service. Proven leadership in nonprofit financial oversight and advisory roles, with a strong commitment to responsible governance and economic growth in Merced.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
First Vice President - Wealth Management Advisor, Portfolio Manager, Merrill Lynch (2016 - Present)
• Provide strategic financial planning, investment management, and portfolio strategy for individuals and organizations.
• Analyze economic trends and market conditions to develop tailored financial solutions. • Ensure fiduciary responsibility and long-term wealth growth and preservation for clients.
Financial Analyst, Panasonic Silicon Valley Labs (2014 - 2016) • Conducted financial modeling and forecasting for R&D projects, supporting strategic decision- making.
• Analyzed project budgets, cost structures, and investment returns to optimize resource allocation. • Provided financial insights and reporting to assist senior leadership in evaluating project viability.
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
CFO, Moraga of Merced Community Association (2024 - Present) • Oversee financial operations, budgeting, and fiscal reporting for the association. • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and promote financial transparency.
Treasurer, Merced Sunrise Rotary Charity (2024 - Present) • Manage financial accounts, oversee fundraising efforts, and ensure responsible allocation of charitable funds.
• Collaborate with board members to enhance financial oversight and transparency.
External Advisory Council Member, University of California Merced Gallo School (2023 - Present) • Provide strategic guidance and industry insights to support the development of UC Merced’s business school programs.
• Engage in discussions on financial and economic policy impacting the region.
EDUCATION & AWARDS
• Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2025
• Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) – University of Chicabo Booth School of Business, 2019
• B.A. Economics, B.S. Management – University of California Merced, 2016
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Keirah
A
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University of California
University Affairs, Vice Chair
Keirah A Jones
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I am 18 years old and a current student at UC Merced. I double major in Political Science and Cognitive Science with a minor in Psychology. I am very passionate about advocacy and overall making impactful change, I don't like to just talk about my plans/goals but put things into action to accomplish said goals. My determination can often be described as unmatched. I very familiar with Merced's zoning policy and what that looks like currently. I am also up to date on the commission meetings, so I am aware of what is currently going on.
With this, I want to be part of this commission because being a new resident in Merced; I am aware of what works in other cities and what many claim Merced lacks. I see so much potential in Merced and with the right leadership and passion within this commission, Merced can and will fulfill said potential. I bring fresh perspective and am very passionate about making this city great and can do a lot within this commission.
Please list your current employer and relevant volunteer experience.
I am currently employed with the University of California as their University Affairs Vice Chair, I attend each meeting and take meeting notes. In regards to relevant experience, I have worked with closely with the UC Merced physical operations, planning, and development office this past year to ensure UC Merced has a promise future for its students which firsthand begins with campus structure as environment plays an important role in students productivity. I have interned under the former Congressman John Duarte which has helped to be well-acquainted with the city policies and zone ordinances.
What is your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission?
I understand under this role I am required to be acquainted with the city zoning and ordinances, history of the city and protecting said history, I am also required to attend meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month and I am required to follow all policies and complete an ethics training. Overall, this is a commitment that impacts the people of Merced and it isn't a responsibility meant to be taken lightly.
Do you have experience or special knowledge pertaining to this Board or Commission?
I do not have any physical experience with this commission, however, I have reviewed every meeting thus far and viewed each agenda. Meaning I am caught up on current action within this commission.
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Any other comments you would like to add that may assist the City Council in their decision?
I understand my being 18 can be a cause for concern, however, I want to once again reiterate my dedication to this commission and passion for the projects handled within this commission. I am an extremely dependable and actionable person and strive for not mediocrity but excellence in any position I am responsible for. My professionalism is outstanding and my attention to detail will bring much preciseness to all planning, review, and amendments for this city. I will surpass your expectations and do what is best for this city! I ask that you entrust me with this position and don't let my age be a deciding factor for me. Thank you for your time.
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African American
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I declare under penalty of disqualification or termination that all statements in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledege.
KJ
Keirah A Jones
Keirah Jones
College Student, University of California
Student Association Vice Chair
OVERVIEW I am a second-year college student attending UC Merced. I am very involved on campus highlighting student voices and organizing the necessary meetings to assure students are being taken serious by Admin. I have worked with a multitude of policy makers marking professionalism to be extremely high and organization skills to be impeccable.
EXPERIENCE California
Teaching
Fellows
02/2025 - Present Tutor
• Created lesson plans for students TK-4th
• Supervised and taught students lessons that involved Math, Writing, Art, and Science
University
of
California,
Merced
08/2023 - 10/2024 Digital Marketing Asst
• Create graphics for university social medias to promote deadlines and campus activities
• Create videos such as TikTok(s) for university social media to promote campus events and notify students of upcoming
deadlines
• Brainstorm various ways to increase student participation in activities on campus
• Edit videos and pictures for rufusbobcat social medias
University
of
California,
Merced
05/2024 - Present External Vice President
• Lead and directed external team to organize on-campus events, host workshops, and schedule meetings with
legislative leaders
• Booked Hotels, transportation, and meals for weekend travel for UCSA board meetings for my team and I
• Hosted board meeting on campus where I organized sound, projectors, reserved a space, while planning and booking food for UCSA delegates
• Met with congressman to discuss housing initiative for students in Merced, CA and making housing more accessible to them
Congressman 05/2024-11/2025 Intern John Duarte
• Scheduled meetings and organized Congressman schedule • Participated in door-knocking to recruit voters and collect data and voter-issue focus
• Reported and organized data for Congressman campaign
• Tabled at events for Congressman campaign
• Attended weekly meetings to discuss finding and propose promotion tactics to sway voters
EDUCATION Edison High School
2020 - 2023 High School Diploma
University of California, Merced
2023 - Present Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree
• Majoring in Political Science and Cognitive Science w/ a minor in Psychology
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Submit Date: Mar 06, 2025
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City of Merced - Boards & Commissions
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Are you 18 years of age or older? (Required)
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Do you live within the City Limits of Merced? (Required)
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Are you a registered voter in the City of Merced? (Required)
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Which Council district do you live in?
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District 4
Are you currently serving on a Board or Commission? If so, please list:
not in the
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Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Planning Commission: Submitted
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Highest Level of Education Completed:
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Bachelor's Degree
Rick
Osorio
c21 select group
realtor
Rick Osorio
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Communication
The City of Merced uses email as a preferred method of communication regarding your application.
Is this acceptable to you?
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If you selected no, please identify how you would like to be contacted:
email
Interests & Experiences
Tell us about yourself, and why you are applying for this particular Board or Commission:
former city council person, former city planning commission over 20 years ago Please list your current employer and relevant volunteer experience. c21 selectgroup,
i have held various chairmanship roles in non profits in the city, currently vice chair of the housing authority board. also see above answer.
What is your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission?
read and know your material and be unbiased in your recomendations and show up.
Do you have experience or special knowledge pertaining to this Board or Commission?
yes i was on the planning commission 20 years ago.
Any other comments you would like to add that may assist the City Council in their decision?
i am wiiling to serve
Requirements
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AB 1234 Ethics Training
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Rick Osorio
Date of Birth
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Attendance Policy
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Statement of Economic Interests - FPPC Form 700
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Oath of Office
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Public Scrutiny
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How did you hear about this vacancy?
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City Website
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Rick Osorio
I declare under penalty of disqualification or termination that all statements in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledege. ro
Rick Osorio