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January 9, 2024
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: Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk
TITLE: Annual Mayor Appointments
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City Council Policy A-2 (Boards, Commissions and Committees) provides for the Mayor to annually appoint individuals, subject to City Council confirmation, to serve on the various City Council/Citizens Committees, Citizens Advisory Committees, and Joint Governmental Committees.
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 Mayor Will O'Neill's appointments under City Council Policy A-2, as provided in this staff report.
DISCUSSION:
The following are Mayor O'Neill's appointments and require City Council confirmation:
I. CITY COUNCIL/CITIZENS COMMITTEES (Standing or Ad Hoc) A. Aviation Committee
1. Councilmember Noah Blom - Chair
2. Councilmember Lauren Kleiman - Vice Chair
II. CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEES (Standing or Ad Hoc)
A. Environmental Quality Affairs Committee (EQAC)
1. Councilmember Noah Blom - Chair
B. Finance Committee
1. Mayor Will O'Neill - Chair (Chair until June 30, 2024)
2. Mayor Pro Tern Joe Stapleton (Chair starting July 1, 2024)
3. Councilmember Noah Blom
Annual Mayor Appointments
January 9, 2024
C. Newport Coast Advisory Committee
1. Mayor Will O'Neill
2. Councilmember Lauren Kleiman
3. Jennifer Carey (application attached)
D. Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee
1. Mayor Pro Tern Joe Stapleton - Chair
2. Councilmember Brad Avery - Vice Chair
III. JOINT GOVERNMENTAL COMMITTEES (Permanent or Standing) A. Association of California Cities — Orange County (ACC-OC)
1. Mayor Will O'Neill
2. Councilmember Erik Weigand (Alt.)
B. League of California Cities (Cal Cities)
1. Councilmember Robyn Grant
2. Councilmember Erik Weigand (Alt.)
C. Orange County Housing Commission - Advisory Committee
1. Community Development Department Staff Member Melinda Whelan
2. Community Development Department Staff Member Ben Zdeba (Alt.) D. Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District Board of Trustees
1. Councilmember Erik Weigand*
E. Orange County Sanitation District
1. Councilmember Brad Avery*
2. Councilmember Erik Weigand (Alt.)*
F. San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency Board of Directors
1. Councilmember Robyn Grant*
2. Mayor Will O'Neill (Alt.)*
G. Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency
1. Mayor Pro Tern Joe Stapleton
2. Councilmember Brad Avery
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Annual Mayor Appointments
January 9, 2024
H. Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)
1. Councilmember Lauren Kleiman*
2. Councilmember Robyn Grant (Alt.)*
I. Watershed Executive Committee
1. Councilmember Brad Avery
2. Mayor Pro Tern Joe Stapleton (1st Alt.)
3. City Manaaer Grace K. Leuna (2nd Alt.'
In the previous listings, names that are underlined are individuals who are not members of the City Council.
* Per FPPC Regulation 18702.5(b)(3), the appointed positions identified above with an asterisk (*) may receive compensation are reported on FPPC Form 806 (Agency Report of Public Official Appointments). The City Clerk will post the form on the City's website.
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, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. � Eel I [el I' [el 9
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).
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment A — Newport Coast Advisory Committee Application 11-3
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ATTACHMENT A
APPLICATION FORAPPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Residence Dist
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
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Newport Beach, CA 92660
City Clerk (949) 644-MOO
Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completelyso 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.govr (City Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file fortwo years forthe position(s) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period of time, itwill be necessaryfor 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 bythe City Council shall befrom 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: Newport Coast Advisory Committee Name: Carey Jennifer
(Last) (First) (Middle)
Residence Address (required): Zip Code: !]
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? Home/Cell #:
Business Address: Same
Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime orvioiation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? ■� 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 City government.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employmentwith the Cityof Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? ❑■ N❑ F] YES (if yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) If applying for a position on the Finance Committee, have you ever declared bankruptcy? [■ 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.
The only potential conflict is that I am a homeowner in Newport Coast so there could be a potential financial interest in the foreseeable future.
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Aflame and Location of Colleges/
Universities Attended
Major
Degree
Last Year
Attended
UC Santa Barbara
Sociology
BA
1989
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
OLQA Parent Advisory Board
2012-2015
Casa Teresa
Volunteer
2023 - present.
Sancerre HQA Board
Secretary
2019-present
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
bouHAUS Properties
Real Estate
Agent
2022-present
Arbor Real Estate
Real Estate
Agent
2017-2022
Craig Realty Group
:omm. RE DevelopE
Asst. to CEO
201-1-2020
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name I Steve Craig Address I Phone No.
2. Name I Rhonda Hummel Address Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on a board, commission or committee. Include any s{aeciai qualifications you have which are particularly appropriate to the position forwhic h you are apply! ng.
I am a long time resident of Newport Beach. I love my community! I am also a realtor in the area so it is my job to "sell" Newport to potential residents. I enjoy sharing my love of Newport with others and I ultimately want to maintain and continue to improve this wonderful City. From a qualification standpoint - l have a college degree from UCSB and I have worked in marketing and sales for most of my career. This requires excellent communication skills as well as the ability to juggle multiple tasks at the same time and often make sound decisions on the fly. I hava never worked in a "civic" role yet I fee! I have much to contribute and would be honored to serve my city.
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 positions} that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
Signature Jennifer Carey pate 12/18/2023
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