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May 9, 2023
Agenda Item No. 11
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk - 949-644-3005,
([email protected]
PREPARED BY: Eric Bryan, Deputy City Clerk, [email protected] PHONE: 949-644-3006
TITLE: Confirmation of Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee
ABSTRACT:
As directed by Resolution No. 2022-59, the General Plan Update Steering Committee has reviewed applications for appointment to the three General Plan Advisory Committee unscheduled vacancies and recommends the appointment of three applicants.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Confirm the General Plan Update Steering Committee's recommended appointments of Susan DeSantis, Scott Laidlaw, and Harrison Rolfes to fill seats on the General Plan Advisory Committee.
DISCUSSION:
On March 15, March 21, and April 17, 2023, Jonathan Langford, Corine Doughty, and Denis LaBonge resigned from their seats on the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), respectively. Their terms are indefinite pending City Council's adoption of the General Plan Update. Pursuant to the City Charter and City Council Policy A-2, Boards, Commissions and Committees, the City Council's new appointees to GPAC will serve the balance of the unexpired terms.
The City Clerk prepared and posted a Notice of Vacancies on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, in the City Clerk's Office, on the bulletin board in the City Council Chambers, on the City website, and published it in the Daily Pilot on Saturday, April 22, 2023.
As provided in the notice, applications were accepted by the City Clerk's Office until noon on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. At the conclusion of the application period, the applications were forwarded to the General Plan Update Steering Committee (GPUSC) for review.
Confirmation of Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee May 9, 2023
Appointment Process
The GPUSC held a duly noticed public meeting on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. As authorized by Resolution No. 2022-59, attached hereto as Attachment A, the GPUSC was assigned to review the applications. The GPUSC was not required to comply with procedural or timing requirements set forth in City Council Policy A-2. After consideration of the applications and deliberation at the meeting, the GPUSC recommends that Susan DeSantis, Scott Laidlaw, and Harrison Rolfes be appointed to GPAC. Copies of the applications are included as Attachment B.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact related to this item
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
Staff recommends the City Council find this action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the meeting at which the City Council considers the item).
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A — Resolution No. 2022-59
Attachment B —Applications
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-59
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CREATING THE
GENERAL PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, on January 25, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022- 2 establishing the General Plan Update Steering Committee ("Steering Committee") to guide the work of the comprehensive Newport Beach General Plan Update ("General Plan Update");
WHEREAS, the City Council values and respects the opinions, knowledge, and experiences of its residents and community stakeholders, and desires those residents and community stakeholders to play an important role in the General Plan Update process;
WHEREAS, one of the responsibilities of the Steering Committee is to make a recommendation to the City Council on the formation and membership of a General Plan Advisory Committee ("GPAC") that will help guide policy changes associated with the General Plan Update;
WHEREAS, the Steering Committee believes a GPAC will also provide an important public forum for the community's participation in shaping the goals and policies of the General Plan Update;
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public meeting on August 8, 2022, the Steering Committee discussed GPAC's membership and composition and directed staff to prepare a draft recommendation for consideration; and
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public meeting on August 24, 2022, the Steering Committee reviewed and approved a recommendation to the City Council for the establishment of a GPAC, as described in Attachment "A" of this resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Newport Beach resolves as follows:
Section 1: The City Council does hereby create the General Plan Advisory Committee ("GPAC"), which shall be an ad hoc committee, with the number of members, term, qualification of members, selection process, responsibilities and other related rules as set forth in Attachment 'A" which is incorporated herein by reference.
Section 2: The recitals provided in this resolution are true and correct and are incorporated into the operative part of this resolution. 11-3
Resolution No. 2022-59
Section 3: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this resolution. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this resolution, and each section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
Section 4: The City Council finds the adoption of this resolution is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15000(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15000(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 5, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
Section 5: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the City Council, and the City Clerk shall certify the vote adopting the resolution.
ADOPTED this 13th day of September, 2022.
ATTEST:
Leilani r. Brown
City Clerk �=
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
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Aardn C. Harp
City Attorney
Attachment A: Description of the General Plan Advisory Committee 11-4
Attachment "A"
General Plan Advisory Committee {GPAC}
AUTHORIZATION: Established by Resolution No. 2022-� adopted on September 13, 2022.
MEMBERSHIP: Up to thirty (30) members consistent with the composition set forth below. Members will be
recommended by the General Plan Update
Steering Committee ("Steering Committee") and
confirmed by the City Council.
TERM: GPAC membership shall be for the duration of the
General Plan Update process concluding with the
City Council adoption of the comprehensive update
of the General Plan or dissolution of the GPAC by
City Council action.
MEETINGS: GPAC meetings will be held as necessary. All
meetings shall be held in such locations and at
such dates and times consistent with the Ralph M.
Brown Act.
COMPOSITION OF All members shall be Newport Beach residents and APPOINTED MEMBERS: shall not be members of the City Council. The Steering Committee and City Council seek
membership representing a diversity of geographic
areas, age groups, business interests, or other
interests. The appointments shall follow the
guidelines below:
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Commissions, or
sample for a maximum
District, Newport Beach historical
Committees
of four (4) members
society, Newport Beach Fire Safe
Council, etc.
Environmental
Not more than one (1)
Including, but not limited to Still
interest groups
member from each
Protecting Our Newport (SPON),
sample for a maximum
Surfrider, Newport Banning Ranch
of three (3) members
Conservancy, Sierra Club,
Coastkeeper, etc.
Business
Not more than one (1)
Including, but not limited to Newport
interest groups
member from each
Beach Chamber of Commerce, CDM
sample for maximum of
Chamber of Commerce, the Balboa
three (3) members
Chamber, Visit Newport Beach,
Building Industry Association of
Southern California (BIA), merchants
associations, etc,
At -large
Up to fourteen (14)
Including, but not limited to interested
members with a
members
residents or property owners (at least
diversity of
one from each Council District),
representation
community association
representatives, private school
operators, faith -based organizations,
community service providers, major
employers, large landowners, etc.
Maximum of thirty (30)
members
SELECTION OF APPOINTED The Steering Committee will review all applications MEMBERS: to serve on the GPAC and will finalize appointment recommendations at a duly noticed public meeting.
The Steering Committee shall not be required to
comply with the procedural or timing requirements
set forth in Council Policy A-2. The Steering
Committee membership recommendations will
include a separate recommendation for Chair and
Vice Chair and will be provided to the City Council
for consideration and confirmation. GPAC
Members serve at the pleasure of the City Council.
PURPOSE & A. Ensure there is sufficient stakeholder input RESPONSIBILITIES: regarding the update to the City of Newport Beach General Plan ("General Plan Update");
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B. Review and provide guidance to City staff and
its consultant(s) on changes to General Plan
goals and/or policies as part of the update
process that are deemed necessary or
advisable to reflect the community's vision for
the City; and
C. Make recommendations to the Steering
Committee regarding changes to General Plan
goals and/or policies.
EXPIRATION: The GPAC shall expire and sunset without further action by the City Council upon adoption of the
General Plan Update or sooner if dissolved by the
City Council.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF ORANGE ss.
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH I
I, Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk of the City of Newport Beach. California, do hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council is seven, the foregoing resolution, being Resolution No. 2022-59 was duly introduced before and adopted by the City Council of said City at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 13111 day of September. 2022; and the same was so passed and adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Mayor Kevin Muldoon, Mayor Pro Tem Noah Blom, Council Member Brad Avery, Council Member Joy Brenner, Council Member Diane Dixon, Council Member Duffy Duffield, Council Member Will O'Neill
NAYS' None
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed the official seal of said City this 1411' day of September, 2022.
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ATTACHMENT B
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
44 ++ 100 Civic Center Drive
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ResidenreDistri tNo. ri' Newport Beach, CA 92660
Verifiedby� City Clerk (949) 644-3005
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Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completely so that the City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or on the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov lCity Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period of time, it will be necessary for you to re -submit an application if you are still interested In being considered.
NOTICE. Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Council shall he from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the intereet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: General Plan Update Committee Name: FbeSantis Susan Arne
(Last)
(First}
Residence Address (required): 0 ZfpCode: 192657
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 137 years
Business Address:
Home/Cell #:
Business Phone:
Email Address: EW
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? 0 NO r YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) (Middle)
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office oremploymentin the Citygovernment.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? ❑ NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) IF applying For a position on the Finance Committee, have you declared bankruptcy in the last 10 years? n NO l YES Please state any past, current or Foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or Committee you are applying for.
Not applicable
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Name and Location of Colleges/
U n ive rsities Attended
Major
Degree
Last Year
Attended
UCLA
English Literature
BA
1971
UCLA Anderson Graduate School of Business
Business
Certification
1982
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
Office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
Symphony 100
President/Board
2018 - current
Orange County Forum
1986 - 1996
California Planning Roundtable
PresidentlEmeritus
1988 - current
Trovare Homeowners Association
President/Board
2008 - 2018
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years.
Firm or organization
Type of Business
Title
Dates of Employment
Arellano Associates
CommunicationsrFechnology
Senior Project Manager
2021 - current
Susan DeSantis Consultants
Urban Planning
Principal
2001 - 2021
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially con nected with the City.
1. Name I ,lean Watt Address 1 —1 Phone No.
2. Name Nancy Scarbrough Address _ Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on aboard, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications you have which are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying. 1 would like to work with my fellow community members in finding solutions to challenging general plan issues. Our world is rapidly changing, and building resiliency into the City's general plan to meet future challenges is critical. I will be able to contribute knowledge and strategic thinking developed over many years of working with local governments to the tasks at hand on complex urban planning issues_ I certify that alt statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular position{s) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
FSignature Susan A DeSantis u rL 4 pe'11a-lc� Date February 2, 2023 11-10
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
Residence DistrigN. - Newport Beach, CA 92660
City Clerk (949) 644-3005
Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completely so that the City Council mayfully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsi bi lity of the applicant to fern i liari ze themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s)applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or on the Clty's webs ite: www. newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period oftime, itwill be necessaryforyou to re -submit an application ifyou are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed bythe City Council shall be from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and maybe posted onthe internet.
NAMEOFBOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: General Plan Advisory Committee Name: Laldlaw SCOtt
(Last) (First) (Middle)
Residence Address (required): i 1 Zip Code: 9Z663
How long have you lived in NewportBeach? 22 years Home/Cell B:
Business Address: Business Phone:
Corona Del Mar Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? 0 NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office or employment in the Citygovernmem.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? N NO ❑ YES (Ryes, attach separate sheet with explanation) If applying fora position on the Finance Committee, have you declared bankruptcy in the last 10 years? ❑ NO ❑ YES Please state any past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or Committee you are applying for.
None
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Name and Location of Colleges/
Universities Attended
Major
Degree
Last year
Attended
University of California, Berkeley
Architecture
Bachelor of Architecture
1982
Columbia University, New York
Architecture
Masters of Architecture
1987
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
Office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
Corona Del Mar Business Improvement District
Co -Chairman
201 0-2020
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years.
Firm or Organization
Type of Business
Title
Dates of Employment
Laidlaw Schultz Architects
Archdecture/PlanningAnteriors
Partner
1993-present
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name Bernie Svalsted Address Phone No.
2. Name JR Walz Address Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on aboard, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications you have which are particularly appropriate tothe position for which you are applying. a keen interest in how city planning requirements can either encourage or discourage a healthy diverse commercial business iment, especially when it serves an adjacent residential area as well as visitors. I have been designing and processing both commercial sidential projects in the City of Newport Beach for over 35 years. I also have direct planning experience with not only those jurisdictions at to Newport Beach, but many destination cities throughout the west. Before the BID was disbanded in 202 1, 1 led point for the previous is through the COM BID through consultant generated parking studies and neighborhood outreach in the development of rendetions on behalf of the CDM BID and CDM Residents Association to improve the health of the CDM commercial district through a ad approach to the drive parking requirements which were presented to both the planning commission and the city council. lentaly, much of what we recoomended at the time was implemented under emergency conditions during the pandemic. If given the miry, I look forward to working together with community oriented members of our city to help inform the development of an updated I plan that encourages our unique mix of commercial corridors and residential neighborhoods.
I certify, that all statements made on this application are true and correct tothe best of my knowledge.I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular positions) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
0 Signature Scott Laidlaw Date
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
ResidenceDistri 5
Verifiedhy
f FFq `2 4" 7: 08 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
^.. � City Clerk (949) 644-1005
VFax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completely so that the City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can be obtainedfrom the City Clerk's Office or on the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period of time, it will be necessary foryou to re -submit an application if you are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Council shall be From the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: (General Plait Advisory Committee Name: Rolfes HarNson W
(Last) (first) (Middle)
Residence Address (required): Zip Code: 192625
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 30 years
Business Address:
Newport Beach, CA 92669
Home/Cell #:
Business Phone:
Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? ❑■ NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation] 9-11
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office or em ployment in the City government.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? 0] NO [] YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanationy If applying for a position on the Finance Committee, have you declared bankruptcy in the last 10years? LK NO ❑ YES Please state any past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or Committee you are applying for.
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Name and Location of Colleges/
Universities Attended
Major
Degree
Last Year
Attended
UC Berkeley
Applied Mathematics
BA
2014
Chapman Fowler School of Law
Business
JD
2019
Stanford
Computer Science
Certificate
2022
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
Newport Beach Distinguished Citizen Program
2022 - present
The Elite CC
2014-2016
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held far the last five years.
Firm or organization
Type of Business
Title
Dates of Employment
5amuelesen, Gonzalez, Valenzuela, a Brown LLP
Law
Hearing Representative
08122 - present
Pacific Premier Bank
Law/Finance
Legal Intern
05118-08/18
Bloom Financial
Finance/ Real Estate
Senior Associate
07114-{3W8, 09118-08122
References. include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City_
1. Name Zach Lucas AddressI. 1 Phone No-
2. Name Chris Robertson I Address Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach an aboard, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications youhave which are particularly appropriate tothe position for which you are applying.
I am writing to express my strong interest in serving on the City of Newport Beach General Plan Advisory Committee. As a resident of Newport Beach. I am passionate about the future of our community and I believe that serving on the GPAC would be a meaningful and rewarding way to get involved and make a difference. I bring a diverse background in real estate, law, and finance, and I am confident that my skills and experience would be an asset to the GPAC. I have a strong understanding of the importance of land use planning and development and I believe that I can bring a fresh perspective to the committee - In particular, I am eager to work with other members of the GPAC to help shape the future of Newport Beach. I am committed to working collaboratively to ensure that the general plan reflects the needs and aspirations of our community, and I am eager to bring my enthusiasm and dedication to this important work. I understand the significant responsibility that comes with serving on the GPAC, and I am prepared to make a serious commitment to this role. I am available to attend meetings, participate in discussions, and work with other members to achieve the goals of the committee.
Thank you For considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to the important work of the GPAC and to serve the residents of Newport beach.
I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular position(5) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information an the internet. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING LLECTRCINICALLY]
7 Signature Harrison Rolfes Data 02/01 /2023
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