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AGENDA
City of Modesto
SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS COMMITTEE
COUNCIL WORKSHOP
2001-40 Del Puerto Room.
Tenth Street Place, 1010 10th Street
Modesto, California
Wednesday, June 03, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Roll Call: Jeremiah Williams, Chair
David Wright, Vice-Chair
Eric Alvarez, Member
Alternates: Nick Bavaro, Rosa Escutia-Braaton, Chris Ricci, Sue Zwahlen Council has not delegated directive or final approval authority to the Committees.
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In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) of 1990, the Fair Employment & Housing Act (“FEHA”), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), Government Code section 11135 and other applicable codes, the City of Modesto (“City”) will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. For more information, please visit the City of Modesto website at https://www.modestogov.com/865/Americans-with-Disabilities-Act-ADA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk (209) 577-5396. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting
Any and all of the following agenda items are subject to action by the Modesto City Council.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Consider appointments to fill two vacancies to the City of Modesto Entertainment Commission as non-permit holder, and one vacancy of a non-profit/special event permit holder with a partial term ending December 31, 2028. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
• Motion recommending appointments to fill three vacancies to the City of Modesto Entertainment Commission, with a partial term ending December 31, 2028, and forwarding to Council for approval.
CED; Amber Abruzzo, 209-577-5244, [email protected]
2. Consider the Creekside Golf Club’s recommended applicant, Kevin Cosgrove, for appointment to fill the Creekside Golf Club representative seat on the City of Modesto Golf Courses Advisory Committee for a four‑year term ending December 31, 2029, and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) • Motion recommending the Creekside Golf Club’s recommended applicant, Kevin Cosgrove, for appointment to the Golf Courses Advisory Committee to - 3 -
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fill the Creekside Golf Club representative seat for a term ending December 31, 2029, and forwarding to Council for approval.
PRN; Juana Lynch, 209-577-5278, [email protected]
ADJOURNMENT
Posted pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2 on the bulletin board at Tenth Street Place on at by
date time signature
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CITY OF MODESTO
COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
DATE OF MEETING:
June 3, 2026
Date: May 13, 2026
TO: Appointments Committee
THROUGH: Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
FROM: Jessica Hill, Director of Community & Economic Development SUBJECT: Three Appointments to the Entertainment Commission CONTACT: Amber Abruzzo, Administrative Office Assistant III [email protected], 209-577-5244
DESCRIPTION:
Consider appointments to fill two (2) vacancies to the City of Modesto Entertainment Commission as a non-permit holder, and one (1) vacancy of a non-profit/special event permit holder for a partial term ending December 31, 2028. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
STRATEGIC PLAN ELEMENT:
This item supports the City of Modesto’s 2025-2026 Strategic Plan, Goal I: Promote trust and engagement between the community and the City by enhancing responsiveness, communicating broadly about City opportunities and challenges and increasing participation in municipal affairs.
BACKGROUND:
The Entertainment Commission was established to oversee the entertainment permit process, including dance permits and the processing of special event requests within the City of Modesto. The Commission’s purpose is to encourage the development of new entertainment businesses as well as assist the organizers and operators to plan and coordinate City services for major events. This will allow the business or event to flourish while meeting the City’s public health, safety and welfare needs.
DISCUSSION:
There are three (3) vacancies on the Entertainment Commission, all are a result of resignations from the commission. Two resignations are for non-permit holders. The first resignation occurred on September 9, 2025 by Jennifer Anne Aoyama Valenzula #1..
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Appointments Committee, June 3, 2026
Three Appointments to the Entertainment Commission
and the other occurred on March 16, 2026 by Ricardo Ortiz. Both vacancies had partial terms remaining until December 31, 2028. The last vacancy is for a non-profit/special event permit holder. Elizabeth Buenrostro resigned from the Entertainment Commission on April 14, 2026. This position also has a partial term remaining until December 31, 2028. These vacancies are to be filled by prospective candidates, recommended by the Appointments Committee, with final approval by the City Council.
Citizen applications for vacant committee positions are accepted online and the attached applicants applied between January 2026 and May 2026 indicating interest in various committees, including the Entertainment Commission. We received a total of three (3) applications for the non-permit holder, and one (1) application for the nonprofit/special event permit holder. Staff were able to confirm all individuals remain interested in the positions.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Appointing members to a committee is administrative in nature, therefore, does not have a fiscal impact on the General Fund.
CEQA/NEPA REQUIREMENTS:
This item does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 and requires no environmental review.
RECOMMENDED COMMITTEE ACTION:
Staff Recommendations:
Motion recommending appointments to fill three (3) vacancies to the City of Modesto Entertainment Commission, with a partial term ending December 31, 2028, and forwarding to Council for approval.
Approved by:
Jessica Hill, Director of Community &
Economic Development
Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
Attachments:
1. William Patterson Application- Redacted
2. John Griswold Application - Redacted
3. Sara Lytle-Pinhey Application- Redacted
4. Ariel Dathi Application - Redacted
5. Matrix
6. Entertainment Commission Bylaws
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Entertainment Commission Application
What vacancy are you interested in?
Position 8
Previous or Current Service
Are you currently serving on this board?
No
Have you ever served on this board?
No
Have you previously served or are you currently serving on a Board, Committee or Commission for the City Modesto?
No
Applicant Information & Background
First Name
william
Last Name
patterson
Phone Number
REDACTED
Email Address
REDACTED
Occupation
Modesto City Schools
Administrator
Your Address
REDACTED
City
Modesto
State
CA
Zip
95356
Are you a paid employee of the City of Modesto?
No
Education
B.A. Business Management
Applicant Demographics
Qualifications
E-Filed
05/11/2026
14:33:19
Filing ID:
13129
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Are you a Business Entertainment Permit Holder in the City of Modesto? Reponse
No
Are you a member of a Non-profit that has had a Special Event Permit in the City of Modesto? Reponse
No
Are you a Board of Director member of Economic/Tourist establishment that promotes Modesto? Reponse
No
List relevant employment, training, and experience, certificates of training, licenses, and professional registration.
I am currently an Administrator for Modesto City Schools. I have be employed by MCS for 11 years and 4 of those years have been as an administrator Explain how you learned about the board or commission you are applying for Jeremiah Williams is a close friend and mentor. He spoke to me about applying.
Describe your involvement in community activities and civic organizations. (Do not list partisan political parties.)
I have been involved in the community of Modesto since I was born. MY father Richard Patterson was the first African American to be on MCS school board and he was the second African American to become a City Council Member. So I have always had pride and involvement within Modesto.
What is it about this position that interests you?
My current title for MCS is Student Engagement Specialist. I want students of MCS to feel connected to this City the way I am. So I hope to start the work with being apart of Entertainment commission
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What qualities, experience, and expertise would you bring to the Board, Commission or Committee? The perspective of some who was born and raised in Modesto and know I work directly with the future community members of this great city. The students of MCS can take more pride and feel more connected to Modesto if there were things to entertain them and keep them out of trouble.
Questionnaire
How did you learn about the board for which you are applying? Place of Employment
Conclusion
Signature
William Patterson
Data Applied
05/11/2026
Confirmation Required
Yes, I confirm and acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that my application is a public document and may be disclosed upon request. #1..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
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Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto
Title II Compliance
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) of 1990, the Fair Employment & Housing Act (“FEHA”), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), Government Code section 11135 and other applicable codes, the City of Modesto (“City”) will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. For more information, please visit the City of Modesto website.
Which Board, Committee or
Commission are you expressing
interest in?
Entertainment Commission
About the Entertainment Commission
The Entertainment Commission is responsible for overseeing the entertainment permit process and processing of special event requests within the City of Modesto. The Entertainment Commission’s purpose is to encourage the development of new entertainment businesses as well as assist the organizers and operators to plan and coordinate City services for major events. This will allow the business or event to flourish while meeting the City’s public health, safety, and welfare needs.
Membership Requirements
The Entertainment Commission shall be comprised of seven (7) members. In additional to the seven (7) Commissioners, two (2) alternates shall step in to serve, on a rotating basis, when a Commissioner is absent.
Membership composition for the Entertainment Commission shall be:
One (1) Business Permit Holder
One (1) Non-Profit/Special Event Permit Holder
Two (2) Representatives from the Board of Directors of an Economic/Tourist Establishment that Promotes Modesto
Two (2) At-Large Citizens (Non-Permit Holders)
One (1) Culture Commission Member
Two (2) Alternates to be Non-Permit Holders
Qualifications and Eligibility
Commissioners shall be chosen without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual preference, color, religion, age, national origin, income, marital status or handicap.
Commissioners are required to complete and file Form 700 with the City Clerk’s Office annually.
Commissioners shall at all times comply with all applicable conflict of interest laws.
The members of the Commission shall reside in the City of Modesto at the time of appointment and must maintain residence within the City limits throughout their term(s).
Powers and Duties
Perform all of the functions assigned to the Entertainment Commission by the City of Modesto, insofar as they are not inconsistent with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Modesto.
Review and render decision on applications for an Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Approve or disapprove punitive actions on violations of the Entertainment Ordinance and/or Permit.
Place conditions and modifications on any Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit prior to approval.
Suspend, revoke and deny Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Conduct appeal hearing regarding imposition of fines and/or penalties and may affirm, modify, or suspend the imposition of such fines and penalties.
Coordinate with relevant City departments any inspection or investigation regarding the Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Periodically review the Entertainment Establishment Ordinance and recommend needed changes to the City Council.
Terms of Office
Members shall be designated as holding office for four (4) year terms.
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The Commissioners shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council and shall serve until a successor has been designated and qualified.
No person shall serve more than two (2) consecutive terms as a Commissioner.
Commission Members are eligible for reappointment to the Commission after a two (2) year absence.
Meetings
Entertainment Commission meetings occur every first and third Thursday of the month at 4:30PM at 1010 10th Street, Modesto, CA, 95354 (room location may vary).
Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.
Are you currently serving on this
board?
No
Have you ever served on this
board?
No
Have you previously served or are
you currently serving on a Board,
Committee or Commission for the
City Modesto?
No
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Applicant Information & Background
First Name John
Last Name Griswold
Phone Number
Email Address
Occupation Interior Design, Concert promoter, founder and officer of a non-profit group Your Address
City MODESTO
State California
Zip
Are you a paid employee of the
City of Modesto?
No
Education AA Degree in Architecture
Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.
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Applicant Demographics
City of Modesto invites all applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race/ethnicity, veteran status and disability. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide will not affect the application process. The information will be kept confidential and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement.
Ethnicity
Are you currently, or have you
ever, served in the Armed
Forces?
Do you consider yourself
disabled?
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Qualifications
Are you a Business Entertainment
Permit Holder in the City of
Modesto?
No
Are you a member of a Non-profit
that has had a Special Event
Permit in the City of Modesto?
Yes
Which non-profit and which
special event?
Founder of Red Tie Arts and responsible for the Re Opening of the State Theatre in 1994
Are you a Board of Director
member of Economic/Tourist
establishment that promotes
Modesto?
No
List relevant employment,
training, and experience,
certificates of training, licenses,
and professional registration.
Started my commercial Interior Design business in 1970. Opened the State Theatre in 1994, Founded Red Tie Arts, an agency that funds underserved children for the study of the arts, in 2013. Was a certified, licensed commercial interior designer. (ASID and IBD)
Explain how you learned about
the board or commission you are
applying for
Facebook
Describe your involvement in
community activities and civic
organizations. (Do not list partisan
political parties.)
I was a member of the Arts Commission years ago when it was a mayoral appointment. I Helped restart the current Arts Coucil. I was on the board of the Haven Women's Center. I worked on many fundraisers for several non=profits What is it about this position that
interests you?
As a person who has applied for entertainment permits and became frustrated at the process, I would like to work to streamline the process. The process was so frustrating that I took my fundraising concerts to Ripon and ran 9 years' worth of very successful fundraising concerts. I would like to explore ways to make the whole process more encouraging for folks to obtain permits.
What qualities, experience, and
expertise would you bring to the
Board, Commission or
Committee?
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Questionnaire
How did you learn about the
board for which you are applying?
Other (Please specify)
Other (Please Specify) Facebook
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Signature Agreement
Signature
Date Applied 04/09/2026
Application Disclosure
Members of the City Advisory Groups must disclose financial interests, including investments, businesses, and rental properties. Members are required to file Statements of Economic Interest when they assume office, annually, and upon leaving office.
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.
Confirmation Required Yes, I confirm and acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that my application is a public document and may be disclosed upon request.
Thank you for providing this information. After clicking ‘Submit’ you will receive a Submission ID number that can be retained for future reference.
You will be updated by our staff as your submission is processed.
Have a great day!
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
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Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto
Title II Compliance
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) of 1990, the Fair Employment & Housing Act (“FEHA”), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), Government Code section 11135 and other applicable codes, the City of Modesto (“City”) will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. For more information, please visit the City of Modesto website.
Which Board, Committee or
Commission are you expressing
interest in?
Entertainment Commission
About the Entertainment Commission
The Entertainment Commission is responsible for overseeing the entertainment permit process and processing of special event requests within the City of Modesto. The Entertainment Commission’s purpose is to encourage the development of new entertainment businesses as well as assist the organizers and operators to plan and coordinate City services for major events. This will allow the business or event to flourish while meeting the City’s public health, safety, and welfare needs.
Membership Requirements
The Entertainment Commission shall be comprised of seven (7) members. In additional to the seven (7) Commissioners, two (2) alternates shall step in to serve, on a rotating basis, when a Commissioner is absent.
Membership composition for the Entertainment Commission shall be:
One (1) Business Permit Holder
One (1) Non-Profit/Special Event Permit Holder
Two (2) Representatives from the Board of Directors of an Economic/Tourist Establishment that Promotes Modesto
Two (2) At-Large Citizens (Non-Permit Holders)
One (1) Culture Commission Member
Two (2) Alternates to be Non-Permit Holders
Qualifications and Eligibility
Commissioners shall be chosen without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual preference, color, religion, age, national origin, income, marital status or handicap.
Commissioners are required to complete and file Form 700 with the City Clerk’s Office annually.
Commissioners shall at all times comply with all applicable conflict of interest laws.
The members of the Commission shall reside in the City of Modesto at the time of appointment and must maintain residence within the City limits throughout their term(s).
Powers and Duties
Perform all of the functions assigned to the Entertainment Commission by the City of Modesto, insofar as they are not inconsistent with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Modesto.
Review and render decision on applications for an Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Approve or disapprove punitive actions on violations of the Entertainment Ordinance and/or Permit.
Place conditions and modifications on any Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit prior to approval.
Suspend, revoke and deny Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Conduct appeal hearing regarding imposition of fines and/or penalties and may affirm, modify, or suspend the imposition of such fines and penalties.
Coordinate with relevant City departments any inspection or investigation regarding the Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Periodically review the Entertainment Establishment Ordinance and recommend needed changes to the City Council.
Terms of Office
Members shall be designated as holding office for four (4) year terms.
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The Commissioners shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council and shall serve until a successor has been designated and qualified.
No person shall serve more than two (2) consecutive terms as a Commissioner.
Commission Members are eligible for reappointment to the Commission after a two (2) year absence.
Meetings
Entertainment Commission meetings occur every first and third Thursday of the month at 4:30PM at 1010 10th Street, Modesto, CA, 95354 (room location may vary).
Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.
Are you currently serving on this
board?
No
Have you ever served on this
board?
Yes
What was the term end-date for
when you served on this board?
05/01/2016
Have you previously served or are
you currently serving on a Board,
Committee or Commission for the
City Modesto?
Yes
Previous Boards or Commissions
i. Name of Board or Commission
Entertainment Commission
Start Date
03/10/2009
End Date
05/01/2016
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Applicant Information & Background
First Name Sara
Last Name Lytle-Pinhey
Phone Number
Email Address
Occupation Executive Officer, Stanislaus LAFCO
Your Address
City Modesto
State California
Zip
Are you a paid employee of the
City of Modesto?
No
Education CSU Stanislaus - Bachelor of Science in Business Admin, minor in Economics Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.
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Qualifications
Are you a Business Entertainment
Permit Holder in the City of
Modesto?
No
Are you a member of a Non-profit
that has had a Special Event
Permit in the City of Modesto?
No
Are you a Board of Director
member of Economic/Tourist
establishment that promotes
Modesto?
No
List relevant employment,
training, and experience,
certificates of training, licenses,
and professional registration.
Served on the Entertainment Commission during its inception in 2009. Previously worked as a land use planner for Stanislaus County reviewing business licenses and Alcoholic Beverage Control applications for "public convenience and necessity" approvals.
Explain how you learned about
the board or commission you are
applying for
Social media
Describe your involvement in
community activities and civic
organizations. (Do not list partisan
political parties.)
I currently serve on the Legislative Committee for the California Association of LAFCOs. I am a member of the Friends of the Modesto Library as well as the State Theatre and regularly support local entertainment and venues.
What is it about this position that
interests you?
Having previously served, I'm interested to see how the Commission has progressed since that time and how the City has streamlined the process for businesses seeking entertainment permits.
What qualities, experience, and
expertise would you bring to the
Board, Commission or
Committee?
I'm familiar with the municipal codes related to entertainment permits for business establishments and special events. I'm also familiar with the rules and procedures of the Commission itself, as well as Brown Act compliance and Roberts Rules of Order.
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Questionnaire
How did you learn about the
board for which you are applying?
Other (Please specify)
Other (Please Specify) Public meetings when the City first adopted ordinances related to entertainment permits
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Signature Agreement
Signature
Date Applied 04/10/2026
Application Disclosure
Members of the City Advisory Groups must disclose financial interests, including investments, businesses, and rental properties. Members are required to file Statements of Economic Interest when they assume office, annually, and upon leaving office.
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.
Confirmation Required Yes, I confirm and acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that my application is a public document and may be disclosed upon request.
Thank you for providing this information. After clicking ‘Submit’ you will receive a Submission ID number that can be retained for future reference.
You will be updated by our staff as your submission is processed.
Have a great day!
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
01/17/2026 8:57 PM (PST)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) of 1990, the Fair Employment & Housing Act (“FEHA”), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), Government Code section 11135 and other applicable codes, the City of Modesto (“City”) will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. For more information, please visit the City of Modesto website.
Entertainment Commission
The Entertainment Commission is responsible for overseeing the entertainment permit process and processing of special event requests within the City of Modesto. The Entertainment Commission’s purpose is to encourage the development of new entertainment businesses as well as assist the organizers and operators to plan and coordinate City services for major events. This will allow the business or event to flourish while meeting the City’s public health, safety, and welfare needs.
The Entertainment Commission shall be comprised of seven (7) members. In additional to the seven (7) Commissioners, two (2) alternates shall step in to serve, on a rotating basis, when a Commissioner is absent.
Membership composition for the Entertainment Commission shall be:
One (1) Business Permit Holder
One (1) Non-Profit/Special Event Permit Holder
Two (2) Representatives from the Board of Directors of an Economic/Tourist Establishment that Promotes Modesto
Two (2) At-Large Citizens (Non-Permit Holders)
One (1) Culture Commission Member
Two (2) Alternates to be Non-Permit Holders
Commissioners shall be chosen without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual preference, color, religion, age, national origin, income, marital status or handicap.
Commissioners are required to complete and file Form 700 with the City Clerk’s Office annually.
Commissioners shall at all times comply with all applicable conflict of interest laws.
The members of the Commission shall reside in the City of Modesto at the time of appointment and must maintain residence within the City limits throughout their term(s).
Perform all of the functions assigned to the Entertainment Commission by the City of Modesto, insofar as they are not inconsistent with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Modesto.
Review and render decision on applications for an Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Approve or disapprove punitive actions on violations of the Entertainment Ordinance and/or Permit.
Place conditions and modifications on any Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit prior to approval.
Suspend, revoke and deny Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Conduct appeal hearing regarding imposition of fines and/or penalties and may affirm, modify, or suspend the imposition of such fines and penalties.
Coordinate with relevant City departments any inspection or investigation regarding the Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
Periodically review the Entertainment Establishment Ordinance and recommend needed changes to the City Council.
Members shall be designated as holding office for four (4) year terms.
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The Commissioners shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council and shall serve until a successor has been designated and qualified.
No person shall serve more than two (2) consecutive terms as a Commissioner.
Commission Members are eligible for reappointment to the Commission after a two (2) year absence.
Entertainment Commission meetings occur every first and third Thursday of the month at 4:30PM at 1010 10th Street, Modesto, CA, 95354 (room location may vary).
Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.
No
No
No
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Applicant Information & Background
Ariel
Fathi
Self employed
Modesto
California
No
High school
Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.
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Qualifications
No
No
No
I've been promoting modesto my whole life and can obtain any certificate, license, or permit needed
Online
I've volunteered at multiple events, such as love modesto downtown streets team I think it would be a fun and interesting new experience
I have great ideas and love bringing people together
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Questionnaire
Other (Please specify)
Internet
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Signature Agreement
01/17/2026
Application Disclosure
Members of the City Advisory Groups must disclose financial interests, including investments, businesses, and rental properties. Members are required to file Statements of Economic Interest when they assume office, annually, and upon leaving office.
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.
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Thank you for providing this information. After clicking ‘Submit’ you will receive a Submission ID number that can be retained for future reference.
You will be updated by our staff as your submission is processed.
Have a great day!
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John Griswold Ariel Fathi Sara Lytle-Pihhey William Patterson District 4 3 4 1
Occupation
Interior Design, Concert promoter,
founder and officer of a non-profit
group
Self Employed Executive Officer, Stanislaus LAFCO Modesto City Schools Administrator
Education
AA Degree in Architecture High School CSU Stanislaus- Bachelor of Science in Business Admin, minor in
Economics
B.A. Business Management
Resident of Modesto? Yes Yes yes yes
Resistered Voter? Yes No Yes Yes
Verified voter status
with City Clerk?
TBD TBD TBD TBD
Registered in
Stanislaus County?
TBD TBD TBD TBD
Currently serving on
another City of
Modesto's board?
No no no no
Have you ever been a
City of Modesto
employee?
No no no no
Business Entertainment
Permit Holder in the
City of Modesto?
No No no no
Applied for Special
Event Permit?
Yes No no no
Relevant experience
Started my commercial Interior Design
business in 1970. Opened the State
Theatre in 1994, Founded Red Tie Arts,
an agency that funds underserved
children for the study of the arts, in
2013. Was a certified, licensed
commercial
interior designer. (ASID and IBD)
I've been promoting modesto my
whole life and can obtain any
certificate, license, or permit
needed
Served on the Entertainment
Commission during its inception in
2009. Previously worked as a land
use planner for Stanislaus County
reviewing business licenses and
Alcoholic Beverage Control
applications for "public convenience
and necessity" approvals.
I am currently an Administrator for Modesto City
Schools. I have be employed by MCS
for 11 years and 4 of those years have been as an
administrator
Community Invovlement
I was a member of the Arts Commission
years ago when it was a mayoral
appointment. I Helped restart the
current Arts Coucil. I was on the board
of the
Haven Women's Center. I worked on many
fundraisers for several non=profits
I've volunteered at multiple
events, such as love modesto
downtown streets team
I currently serve on the Legislative
Committee for the California
Association of LAFCOs. I am a member
of the Friends of the Modesto
Library as well as the State Theatre
and regularly support local
entertainment and venues
I have been involved in the community of Modesto
since I was born. MY father Richard
Patterson was the first African American to be on
MCS school board and he was the
second African American to become a City Council
Member. So I have always had pride
and involvement within Modesto.
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1 Rules and Procedures
Of the
Entertainment Commission
Article I
Organization
Section 1.1 Establishment. The Entertainment Commission of the City of Modesto, hereafter called “The Commission”, is established pursuant to the provisions of Chapter I of Title X of the Modesto Municipal Code.
Article II
Powers and Duties
Section 2.1 Enumerated. The Commission shall have the following powers and duties:
a. Perform all of the functions assigned to the Entertainment Commission by the City of Modesto, insofar as they are not inconsistent with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Modesto.
b. Review and render decision on applications for an Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
c. Approve or disapprove punitive actions on violations of the Entertainment Ordinance and/or Permit.
d. Place conditions and modifications on any Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit prior to approval. e. Suspend, revoke and deny Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
f. Conduct appeal hearing regarding imposition of fines and/or penalties and may affirm, modify, or suspend the imposition of such fines and penalties.
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2 g. Coordinate with relevant City departments any inspection or investigation regarding the Entertainment Establishment Permit or Special Event Permit.
h. Periodically review the Entertainment Establishment Ordinance and recommend needed changes to the City Council.
Article III
Number of Commissioners
Section 3.1 Number. The authorized number of Commissioners shall be seven (7). Each application for membership to the Commission shall be reviewed by the Safety and Communities Committee prior to being forwarded to City Council for appointment. In addition, there shall be a City staff person assigned as the Permit Administrator to the Commission.
Section 3.2 Alternates. In addition to the seven (7) Commissioners, the City Council shall also appoint two (2) alternates to step in to serve, on a rotating basis, when a Commissioner is absent. The alternate shall serve a term of four (4) years.
Section 3.3. Member Composition. Membership composition for the Entertainment Commission shall be: one (1) business permit holder, one (1) non-profit/special event permit holder, one (1) representatives from the Board of Directors of an economic/tourist establishment that promotes Modesto (such as the Modesto Convention and Visitors Bureau or the Downtown Improvement District), three (3) at-large citizens (non-permit holders), one (1) Event Planning or Marketing Specialist, and two (2) alternates to be non-permit holders.
Article IV
Designated Commissioners
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3 Section 4.1 Designation. Seven (7) of the Commissioners shall be designated as holding office for four (4) year terms. The Commissioners shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council and shall serve until a successor has been designated and qualified. No person shall serve more than two (2) consecutive terms as a Commissioner. Commission Members are eligible for reappointment to the Commission after a two (2) year absence.
Section 4.2 Initial Term. For purposes of staggering the terms of the Commissioners, the initial appointment shall have terms as follows: three (3) Commissioners shall have initial terms of four (4) years, two (2) Commissioners shall have initial terms of three (3) years, and two (2) Commissioners shall have initial terms of two (2) years. One alternate shall have an initial term of two (2) years and another alternate shall have an initial term of three (3) years. All terms of the initial appointees to the Commission shall be one alternate shall serve for a two (2) year period and one alternate shall server for a three (3) year term as the initial one deemed to commence upon the same date, which shall be the date upon which the last of the seven (7) initial appointees assumes office. Thereafter, all appointments and reappointments shall be for a term of four (4) years.
Article V
Effective Date
Section 5.1 Effective Date. Aside from the initial term and vacancies, the term of office shall be effective as of the 1st of January. Serving any portion of an unexpired term shall not be counted as service of one term. Members not eligible for reappointment may continue to serve until their successors are appointed and meet all of the qualifications outlined in Sections 9 and 10.
Article VI
Term of Office
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4 Section 6.1 Service. The term of office for the Commissioners will be set to coincide with the term as described in Sections 4.1 and 4.2. Each member’s term shall terminate on December 31 of his or her respective year.
Article VII
Compensation
Section 7.1 Pay. The members of the Commission shall receive no compensation for the performance of their official duties.
Article VIII
Vacancy Appointments
Section 8.1 Appointments. Appointments to fill vacancies on the Commission shall be handled in the same manner as original appointments. When a vacancy occurs during a term, the appointment to fill such a vacancy shall be for the unexpired portion of the term. Appointments shall be made in a timely manner.
Section 8.2 Vacancy on Board.
a. Resignation – The resignation or death of any Commissioner. b. Attendance – Unexcused absence from three (3) consecutive regular meetings or five (5) or more regular meetings in a twelve (12) month period shall result in the position being vacated. Excused absences shall include illness, medical reasons, work related conflicts, and jury duty which shall be authorized provided that notification is given to the appropriate staff member by telephone, facsimile, mail or email at least 48 hours prior to such absence. In addition, attendance shall be recorded in the minutes of monthly meetings, and such minutes shall be transmitted to the Commissioners at the Commission meeting. c. Qualifications – The Commissioner no longer meets the qualifications set forth in Sections 9 and 10.
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5 Article IX
Qualifications
Section 9.1 Qualifications. Commissioners shall be chosen without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual preference, color, religion, age, national origin, income, marital status or handicap. Commissioners are required to complete and file Form 700 with the City Clerk’s Office annually. Additionally, Commissioners shall at all times comply with all applicable conflict of interest laws.
Article X
Residency
Section 10.1 Residency. The members of the Commission shall reside in the City of Modesto at the time of appointment and must maintain residence within the City limits throughout their term(s).
Article XI
Meetings
Section 11.1 Meetings. Regular meetings of the Commission shall be held twice a month, unless cancelled. Special meetings of the Commission may be held at any time by the Chair of the Commission or by a majority of the Commissioners.
The time for regular meetings and special meetings of this Commission shall be provided for by Commission resolution or, if none, by the Chair. All meetings shall be held at 1010 10th Street, City Hall in a room to be scheduled by the facilitating department.
Section 11.2 Notice. Written notice of the time and place of any regular or special meeting of the Entertainment Commission shall be delivered personally to each voting member of the respective body, or sent to each voting member by mail or other form or written delivery, charges prepaid, addressed to him or her at #1..
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6 his or her address as it is shown in the corporate records, or by fax or email, sent to him or her at the fax or email address shown in the corporate records. Any such notice shall be mailed, delivered, faxed or emailed at least seventy-two (72) hours before the date of a regular meeting, and at least twenty-four (24) hours before the time of a special meeting.
Article XII
Brown Act Compliance
Section 12.1 Compliance. All meetings of the Commission, or any other committee of the Commission, shall be held in conformity with the Brown Act, found at Government Code §54950 et seq. Accordingly, any and all meetings of the Commission and the Commission’s committees to which the Brown Act applies, shall be open and public.
a. “Meeting” Defined. A “meeting” under the provisions of the Brown Act includes any congregation of a majority of the members of the Commission, or any other committee of the Commission to which the Brown Act applies, at the same time and place to hear, discuss, or deliberate upon any item that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of any such body or the local agencies to which it pertains. b. Notice. Where required by the Brown Act, the Commissioners shall:
i. Cause mailed notice of any regular meeting to be sent at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the date set for the meeting to any and all persons who have filed a written request for that notice with the Commissioners.
ii. Cause mailed notice of any special meeting to be given as deemed practical, provided it otherwise complies with Brown Act requirements, where the special meeting is called less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the date set for the meeting to any and all persons who have filed a written request for that notice with the Commissioners.
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7 iii. Cause notice of any special meeting of the Commissions to be personally delivered or mailed to each local newspaper of general circulation, radio or television station requesting notice in writing, said notice, stating time, place and business to be transacted, to be received at least twenty-four (24) hours before the time of the meeting as specified in the notice.
iv. Cause notice of the date, time and location of any regular meeting, and an agenda containing a brief general
description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed at the meeting, to be posted at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting in a location that is freely accessible to members of the public; and
v. Cause notice of the date, time, and location of any special meeting to be posted at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the special meeting in a location that is freely accessible to members of the public.
c. Agenda. Every meeting agenda mailed or posted shall provide an opportunity for members of the public to directly address the Commissioners on any item of interest to the public, before or during consideration of the item.
d. Adjournment. Where a meeting is adjourned, the time and place to which it is adjourned shall be announced at the time of adjournment, and the time and place so announced shall be conspicuously posted on or near the door of the place where the regular, adjourned regular, special or adjourned special meeting was held within twenty-four (24) hours after the time of adjournment. Written notice of said adjournment shall be given in the same manner as provided for special meetings under Article 5, §C2, subsections b, c and e of these bylaws. Where a regular meeting or adjourned regular meeting is adjourned, the resulting adjourned meeting is a regular meeting for all purposes, including notice.
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8 e. Cancellation of Scheduled Meetings. The Chair may cancel any scheduled meeting when in his/her opinion there is no policy matter requiring a full Commission meeting, or due to lack of quorum.
Article XIII
Meeting Quorum
Section 13.1 Quorum.
a. Meetings of the Commission. At least half of the whole number of Commissioners appointed and seated on the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business by the Commission of the organization and every act or decision of a majority of the seated Commissioners present at a meeting at which at least a quorum is present, made or done when duly assembled, shall be valid as the act of the Commission. A majority of those present at the time and place of any stated or special meeting, although less than a quorum, may adjourn without further notice. When a quorum shall attend, any business may be transacted that might have been transacted at the meeting had the same been held on the day which the same was originally appointed or called. Should a meeting be held with less than a quorum present, any business transacted thereat may be advisory only and not valid as an act of the Commission. Every voting member or member of the Commission shall have one vote for the transaction of business of the corporation, and the use of proxy votes is prohibited. b. Conduct of Meeting. The Chair of the Commission, or in his or her absence, the Vice-Chair, or in the absence of the Vice-Chair, a chairperson elected by the Commissioners present, shall call the meeting to order, and shall act as the presiding officer thereof. c. Minutes. The Permit Administrator or his/her designee shall cause the minutes of all meetings to be recorded, and in his or her absence, the presiding officer may appoint any person to act as recorder. These minutes shall be promptly mailed to each member of the Commission #1..
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9 having met, and to each member of the Commission, and a copy shall be filed in the appropriate office in the City of Modesto.
Article XIV
Procedures, Powers, Duties
and Staff
Section 14.1 Designated. The provisions of the Municipal Code of the City of Modesto pertaining to procedures, powers, duties, and staff shall prevail. The Permit Administrator or his/her designee shall serve as the Secretary to the Commission. The Secretary shall keep a written record of all business transacted by the Commission, notify Commission members of meetings, and keep the official records of the Commission.
Article XV
Rules of Order
Section 15.1 Rules. All meetings of the Commission shall be conducted in accordance with the Roberts Rules of Order and any applicable rules, procedures and policies adopted by the Commission. These rules, procedures and policies can be amended from time to time by the Commission as necessary. #1..
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CITY OF MODESTO
COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
DATE OF MEETING:
June 3, 2026
Date: May 5, 2026
TO: Appointments Committee
Jeremiah Williams, Chair
David Wright, Vice Chair
Eric Alvarez, Member
THROUGH: Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
FROM: Jeremy Rogers, Director of Parks, Recreation & Neighborhoods SUBJECT: Appointments to the Golf Courses Advisory Committee CONTACT: Juana Lynch, Administrative Analyst I, [email protected], 209-577-5278
DESCRIPTION:
Consider the Creekside Golf Club’s recommended applicant, Kevin Cosgrove, for appointment to fill the Creekside Golf Club representative seat on the City of Modesto Golf Courses Advisory Committee for a four‑year term ending December 31, 2029, and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) STRATEGIC PLAN ELEMENT:
This item is consistent with the following 2025-2026 Strategic Plan Areas of Focus:
Governance and Service Delivery and Economic Vitality.
BACKGROUND:
The Golf Courses Advisory Committee (GCAC) serves as an advisory body for and among organized golf clubs and the City of Modesto. It is composed of eleven members: six at‑large representatives (including one youth member) and one representative from each of the following clubs: SIRS Golf Club, Dryden Park Women’s Club, Creekside Golf Club, Muni‑Niners Club, and the Modesto Golf Club.
Under Article III of the GCAC Bylaws, each organized golf club recommends one member to represent its club on the Committee, while the remaining at‑large members are appointed by the City Council. All members must reside within the City of Modesto and may not hold any paid office, employment, or contractor status with the City. #2..
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Appointments Committee, June 3, 2026
Appointment to the Golf Courses Advisory Committee
A vacancy currently exists for the Creekside Golf Club representative seat. In accordance with the Bylaws, the Creekside Golf Club board identified and recommended applicant Kevin Cosgrove for consideration. The Appointments Committee’s role is to forward the club’s recommended representative to the City Council for final appointment.
DISCUSSION:
Currently, there are two (2) vacancies on the Committee of which one (1) is being applied for:
Organization Status Applications
Received
Creekside Golf Club Vacant 1
Dryden Women’s Golf Club Filled --
Muni Niners Vacant --
Member-At-Large Filled --
Youth Member-At-Large Filled --
The Creekside Golf Club requested that applicant Kevin Cosgrove apply for the position, in accordance with the Bylaws requiring organized golf clubs to recommend their representative to the Committee.
One (1) application was received for the Creekside Golf Club vacancy. Applicant Kevin Cosgrove is a lifelong Modesto resident, a retired professional with 35 years of management experience, an active golfer, and a former board member of the Creekside Golf Club. He was asked by the club’s board to apply for the representative seat. Mr.
Cosgrove meets all membership requirements outlined in Article III of the GCAC Bylaws, including residency within the City limits and the prohibition against holding paid City office, employment, or contractor status.
Because this is a club‑designated seat, the role of the Appointments Committee is not to select among candidates, but to forward the Creekside Golf Club’s recommended representative to the City Council for final appointment, in accordance with Council policy and the GCAC Bylaws.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact related to this action.
RECOMMENDED COMMITTEE ACTION:
Staff Recommendations:
Motion recommending the Creekside Golf Club’s recommended applicant, Kevin Cosgrove, for appointment to the Golf Courses Advisory Committee to fill the Creekside Golf Club representative seat for a term ending December 31, 2029, and forwarding to Council for approval.
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Appointments Committee, June 3, 2026
Appointment to the Golf Courses Advisory Committee
Approved by:
Jeremy Rogers, Director of Parks, Recreation
& Neighborhoods
Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
Attachments:
1. Matrix
2. Application
3. Bylaws
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Candidate KEVIN COSGROVE
Apply To Golf Course Advisory Committee
Occupation Retired
Employer N/A
Education AA
What Vacancy are you interested in? Creekside Golf Club Are you currently serving on this board? No
Have you ever served on this board? No
Have you previously served or are you currently
serving on a Board, Committee, or Commission for
the City of Modesto
No
Are you a Modesto resident? Yes
List relevant employment, training, and experience,
certificates of training, licenses, and professional
registration.
I worked in food and beverage processing management for 35 years. Me employers were S&W Foods, Delicato Vineyard, Stanislas Foods and Treenuts.
Explain how you learned about the Board or
Commission you are applying for I was asked by the board of the Creekside Golf Club to participate Describe your involvement in community activities
and civic organizations. (Do not list partisan political parties.)
I have previously been a board member for the Creekside Golf Club.
What is it about this position that interests you?
One of my hobbies is golf. I am a lifelong Modesto resident and would like to help
improve the experience at both Modesto courses.
What qualities, experience, and expertise would you
bring to it?
I play at both Modesto courses.
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
03/19/2026 11:19 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto
Title II Compliance
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) of 1990, the Fair Employment & Housing Act (“FEHA”), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), Government Code section 11135 and other applicable codes, the City of Modesto (“City”) will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. For more information, please visit the City of Modesto website.
Which Board, Committee or
Commission are you expressing
interest in?
Golf Courses Advisory Committee
The Golf Courses Advisory Committee (GCAC) is charged with promoting the game of golf in the Modesto area. The GCAC shall operate as an advisory body for and among organized golf clubs and the general golfing public of the City of Modesto golf Courses; act as a liaison between the general golfing public, golf clubs, and the City’s Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department; and shall encourage, promote, and maintain a high standard of sportsmanship among golfers.
Membership Requirements:
The GCAC is comprised of 11 members. All members must reside within the City limits, not hold any paid office, employment, or contractor with the City.
5 members shall represent organized golf clubs: Muni Niners, SIRS, Modesto Golf Club, Dryden Women’s Club, and Creekside Golf Club. The membership of each organized golf club shall recommend one member to represent their respective clubs.
4 members at large
1 youth (age 16-25 years) member at large
Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.
What vacancy are you interested
in?
Creekside
Are you currently serving on this
board?
No
Have you ever served on this
board?
No
Have you previously served or are
you currently serving on a Board,
Committee or Commission for the
City Modesto?
No
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Applicant Information & Background
First Name Kevin
Last Name Cosgrove
Phone Number
Email Address
Occupation Retired
Your Address
City Modesto
State California
Zip 95350
Education AA
Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.
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Applicant Demographics
City of Modesto invites all applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race/ethnicity, veteran status and disability. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide will not affect the application process. The information will be kept confidential and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement.
Gender
Ethnicity
Are you currently, or have you
ever, served in the Armed
Forces?
Do you consider yourself
disabled?
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Qualifications
List relevant employment,
training, and experience,
certificates of training, licenses,
and professional registration.
I worked in food and beverage processing management for 35 years. Me employers were S&W Foods, Delicato Vineyard, Stanislas Foods and Treenuts.
Explain how you learned about
the board or commission you are
applying for
I was asked by the board of the Creekside Golf Club to participate Describe your involvement in
community activities and civic
organizations. (Do not list partisan
political parties.)
I have previously been a board member for the Creekside Golf Club.
What is it about this position that
interests you?
One of my hobbies is golf. I am a lifelong Modesto resident and would like to help improve the experience at both Modesto courses.
What qualities, experience, and
expertise would you bring to the
Board, Commission or
Committee?
I play at both Modesto courses.
I have experience with project management in my work experience.
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Questionnaire
How did you learn about the
board for which you are applying?
Other (Please specify)
Other (Please Specify) I was asked to participate by the board of the Creekside Golf Club.
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Signature Agreement
Signature
Date Applied 03/19/2026
Application Disclosure
Members of the City Advisory Groups must disclose financial interests, including investments, businesses, and rental properties. Members are required to file Statements of Economic Interest when they assume office, annually, and upon leaving office.
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.
Confirmation Required Yes, I confirm and acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that my application is a public document and may be disclosed upon request.
Thank you for providing this information. After clicking ‘Submit’ you will receive a Submission ID number that can be retained for future reference.
You will be updated by our staff as your submission is processed.
Have a great day!
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Amended by City Council Resolution No. 2022-023
January 11, 2022
CITY OF MODESTO GOLF COURSES COMMITTEE
CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS
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Amended by City Council Resolution No. 2022-023
January 11, 2022
ARTICLE I
DEFINITIONS
Section 1 There is created a Committee to be known and designated as the City of Modesto Golf Courses Committee.
Section 2 As used in these Bylaws, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context:
A. "Member" shall mean a member of the Modesto Golf Courses Committee.
B. "Modesto Golf Courses Committee" and "Committee" shall mean the City of Modesto Golf Courses Committee.
C. "Modesto golf courses" shall mean Dryden Park Golf Course and Creekside Golf Course.
D. "Regular meeting" shall mean the bi-monthly Committee meetings.
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Amended by City Council Resolution No. 2022-023
January 11, 2022
ARTICLE II
OBJECTIVES
Section 1 The Committee shall be responsible for promotion of the game of golf in the Modesto area.
Section 2 The Committee shall operate as an advisory body for and among organized golf clubs and the general golfing public of the City of Modesto golf courses.
Section 3 The Committee shall act as liaison between the general golfing public, golf clubs, and the City of Modesto Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department, and A. Shall receive and consider all proposals for innovations or material changes in established procedures or the modification of the golf courses.
B. Endorse participation in golf through the Player Development Programs and Tournament activities with a special emphasis on Junior, Senior and Disabled golf.
Section 4 The Committee shall encourage, promote and maintain a high standard of sportsmanship among golfers.
Section 5 The Committee shall consider the annual budget for the Golf Enterprise Fund during the process of its preparation and make recommendations to the Director of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods concerning the annual budget of the Golf Enterprise Fund, including the fees and rates to be charged for the use of golf course facilities.
Section 6 The Committee shall perform such other duties relating to the Modesto Golf Courses as may be assigned by the Director of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods.
Section 7 Nothing in this article shall be deemed to invest the Committee with any supervisory powers over the actions and duties of City employees, or of any Lessee of the City, engaged in work relating to the construction, improvement, repair, maintenance or operations of the Modesto golf courses.
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January 11, 2022
ARTICLE III
MEMBERSHIP
Section 1 The City of Modesto Golf Courses Committee shall consist of eleven (11) Members.
Section 2 The Members of the Committee shall reside within the city limits of the City of Modesto at the time of appointment and must maintain residence within the City at all times during their service on the Committee.
Section 3 None of the members shall hold any paid office or employment or shall be currently a contractor with the City of Modesto.
Section 4 Five (5) members of the Committee shall represent organized golf clubs at the municipal golf courses, one from each of the following clubs: Muni Niners; SIRS; Modesto Golf Club; Dryden Park Women's Club; and Creekside Golf Club. Five(5) members shall be appointed at large One (1) youth member, between 16 and 25 years of age, shall be appointed at large.
Section 5 The membership of each organized golf club shall recommend one member to represent their respective clubs, with the remaining six (6) at-large members to be approved by a majority vote of the City Council.
Section 6 The Director of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods, or his/her designee, will serve as staff to the Committee and represent the City of Modesto, within the limits dictated by fiscal constraints.
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January 11, 2022
ARTICLE IV
TERMS OF OFFICE
Section 1 The term of office shall be effective as of the first of January.
Section 2 The terms of office shall be as follows:
A. Four (4) years for each Member of the Committee. Members may be re-appointed after their initial term, but in no event shall any person who has served two (2) consecutive terms on the Committee be eligible for re-appointment to the Committee.
Committee members are eligible for reappointment to the Committee after a two- (2) year absence from the Committee has transpired.
B. One (1) year for each youth member appointed at large. Youth members may be reappointed after their initial term, but in no event shall any youth member who has served two (2) consecutive terms on the Committee be eligible for reappointment to the Committee.
Section 3 Serving any portion of an unexpired term shall not be counted as service of one term.
Members not eligible for reappointment may continue to serve until their successors are appointed and meet all of the qualifications outlined in Article III Membership of these bylaws. No member shall serve more than a maximum of eight (8) consecutive years.
Section 4 The terms of office for the inaugural Committee will be two (2) years for five (5) members of the Committee, and four (4) years for the remaining six (6) members. Each member's term of office shall terminate on December 31 of their respective year.
Section 5 The Members of the Committee shall receive no compensation for the performance of their official duties.
Section 6 Appointments to fill vacancies on the Committee shall be handled in the same manner as original appointments. When a vacancy occurs during a term, the appointment to fill such vacancy shall be for the unexpired portion of the term.
Section 7 Members of the Committee may be removed by a majority vote of the City Council after a recommendation by the Director of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods and a majority vote of the Committee. Examples of reasons for removal of a Committee Member from the Committee are:
A. Incompetence, malfeasance, misfeasance, neglect of duty, or conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude.
B. Refusal to resign from the Committee when no longer a resident of the City of Modesto.
C. Automatic removal from the Committee will be required when a member is absent from three (3) meetings within a twelve- (12) month period without official permission expressed in the official minutes.
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January 11, 2022
ARTICLE V
ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Section 1 It shall be the responsibility of each Member to know the dates and times of all regular meetings of the Committee. If a Member knows he or she will not be able to attend a regularly scheduled meeting, it shall be his or her responsibility to notify the Committee Chair or Staff Liaison at least forty-eight hours (48 hours) before the meeting, in order for the absence to be recorded as an excused absence.
Section 2 The Recording Secretary will document when any Committee Member is late arriving for a meeting or when a Committee Member leaves a meeting before adjournment. The minutes of each meeting will list those Members in attendance, those who are excused and those who are unexcused.
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January 11, 2022
ARTICLE VI
OFFICERS AND THEIR DUTIES
Section 1 Officers shall consist of Chair and Vice-chair, elected by a majority vote of the Members of the Committee. Officers shall serve a one- (1) year term commencing on January 1. The election shall be held at the January meeting, or the first meeting of the year.
Section 2 All officers shall exercise all privileges of membership, including the making of motions, seconding and debate.
Section 3 The Chair may serve consecutive terms. The Vice-Chair may serve consecutive terms.
Section 4 The Chair shall preside at all meetings and appoint all sub-committees of the Committee and shall ensure that the bylaws, rules and regulations as adopted by the Committee are properly enforced. The Chair shall be an ex-officio member of all sub-committees.
Section 5 The Vice-Chair shall assist the Chair in his/her duties and in the absence of the Chair shall perform all duties usually performed by the Chair.
Section 6 The Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department shall provide a staff member to serve as Recroding Secretary. He/she shall keep a record of the minutes of all meetings, reports of sub-committees and such other duties as are usually performed by a secretary.
He/she shall supply the Members of the Committee and any sub-committees and the Director of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods and his/her designee(s) with copies of all records taken within three (3) weeks after a meeting takes place. He/she shall also assist in publicity releases concerning Committee activities.
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January 11, 2022
ARTICLE VII
MEETINGS
Section 1 Regular meetings of the Committee shall be held at such times and places as from time to time may be designated by a majority vote of the Committee.
Section 2 In the event that a regular meeting falls on a holiday, the meeting shall be scheduled by a vote of the Committee. Special meetings shall be called by the Chair as necessary.
Section 3 Notices of all meetings, including an agenda, shall be given to all members of the Committee, to the City Clerk, to the City Manager, to the Director of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods and to all others as provided by law. All such notices shall be furnished to the Committee in writing at least seventy-two hours (72 hours) prior to the time of such meeting.
Section 4 All meeting agendas will be posted at Tenth Street Place and will be available at the following public facilities: Tenth Street Place, the Main Branch of the Stanislaus County Free Library and at City of Modesto golf courses.
Section 5 All meetings shall comply with the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act.
Section 6 A quorum is necessary for the Committee to transact any business. A quorum shall be defined as a simple majority of active Committee members.
Section 7 All meetings of the Committee, or its standing or special sub-committees, shall be open to the public and shall be held at a public facility which is accessible in accordance with the regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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January 11, 2022
ARTICLE VIII
ORDER OF PROCEEDINGS
Section 1 Sturgis' Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedure shall be the guide for parliamentary procedures in the conduct of Committee meetings.
Section 2 The order of proceedings of all meetings shall be as follows, subject to majority vote of the Members present:
A. Call to Order
B. Approval of Minutes
C. Written Communications
D. Old Business
E. New Business
F. Oral Communications
G. Matters Too Late for the Agenda
H. Adjournment
Section 3 Members of the public shall not speak unless recognized by the Chair and shall state their names and addresses before making any statement, which shall become a part of the public record. The Chair may remove any person who refuses to follow these rules or the decision of the Chair.
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January 11, 2022
ARTICLE IX
AMENDMENTS
Section 1 The Constitution and Bylaws may be recommended for amendment at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Committee. A written notice containing the proposed changes shall be provided to each member at least sixty (60) days prior to the meeting. When all other conditions are met, an amendment requires a simple majority vote of the active members of the Committee.
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