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City Council Staff Report
November 19, 2024
Agenda Item No. 22
HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk - 949-644-3005,
([email protected]
PREPARED BY: Jennifer Farris, Assistant City Clerk - 949-644-3006, [email protected]
TITLE: Appointment of a Civil Service Board Member to Fill an Unscheduled Vacancy
ABSTRACT:
An unscheduled vacancy on the Civil Service Board occurred due to the dismissal of Civil Service Board Member Laura Cowie at the September 10, 2024 City Council meeting.
Pursuant to City Charter 710, the nominations to the vacant seat were provided by the majority of the Civil Service Board.
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) Appoint 1) Micheal Denner or 2) Matthew Parisi (as ranked) to fill the vacancy on the Civil Service Board for a term that expires on June 30, 2027.
DISCUSSION:
The Civil Service Board consists of five members. Two members are appointed by the City Council from a list provided by the employees in the Classified Service, two members are appointed by the City Council directly, and the fifth member is appointed by the City Council from a list provided by the Civil Service Board members. Laura Cowie served as the Civil Service Board's appointee until she was dismissed at the September 10, 2024 City Council meeting due to having more than three consecutive absences.
In compliance with City Council Policy A-2 (Boards, Commissions and Committees) and the Maddy Act, the City Clerk prepared and posted a Notice of Unscheduled Vacancy on September 12, 2024, in the City Clerk's Office, at the Central Library, on the bulletin board in the City Council Chambers, and on the City's website. In addition, the notice was published in the Daily Pilot on Saturday, September 14, 2024. As per the notice, applications were accepted by the City Clerk's Office until noon on September 26, 2024.
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Appointment of a Civil Service Board Member to Fill an Unscheduled Vacancy November 19, 2024
The applications were forwarded to the remaining Civil Service Board members who reviewed them and nominated two applicants to move forward, ranked, as follows:
1. Micheal Denner
2. Matthew Parisi
Copies of the applications are attached hereto as Attachment A.
Appointment Process
Pursuant to City Council Policy A-2, the appointment to the Civil Service Board will take place in the following manner:
A. The City Council will vote on the appointment simultaneously. The voting will be done by paper ballot and the City Clerk will tabulate and announce the results, including the vote tally.
B. Each member of the City Council will cast one vote on the paper ballot. To be appointed, an applicant must receive at least four votes.
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.
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).
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment A — Applications
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ATTACHMENT A Lis CIV 29'24 FI41:53 z
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Residence l)istrictNo.
verifiedby
CITY Of NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92650
City Clerk �949) 644-3005
Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS, One application can he used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completetyso that the City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicanttofamiliarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the po5ition(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 wehsite: www, newportbeachca.gov (City Government jsoards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied for. Ifyou are not selected for appointment during that periodof time, itwill benecessaryfaryoU to re -submit an application if you are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Councif shall be from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and maybe posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMI5SION OR COMMITTEE: Cnnrsemceews�,
Name: ❑enner [Michael {Mick} Alexander
(Last)
Residence Address (required):
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 5 years
Business Address:
(First) (Middlej
Home/Cell W.
Business Phone:
Email Address:
Tp Cade: 119=7:1
Have you ever been convicted of any Crime orviolation 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 ore mployment in the City government.
Do you currently hold a ny Laid office or e m pioyment with the City of {Newport Beach, including but not Ii rnited to contracted services;' ❑)■ NO ❑ 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 stateany 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 Yea rAttended
Greenville Gollge, Greenville, IL
Vocal Performance
Music Education
2010
University of Virginia - Charlottesville, VA
Finance
MBA
2018
Prior or Current0vic Experience (include membership in
professional, charity or community organization)
Office Held
of anyj
Dates of
Membership
United States Marine Corps
Captain
2010 - 2016
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
MODE Growth Partners
Investment Firm
Managing Partner
2023 - Present
Videojet Technologies
Industrial Mfg
Director of Process Improvement
2021-2023
Radiometer America
Medical Device
Sr. Sales Manager
2018-2021
United States Marine Corps
Military
Captain
2010-2016
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City-
1. Name I Curt Black Address Phone No. Wow -
2. Name Andrew Mase Address Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to servethe City of Newport Beach on a board, commission or committee. Include any speclai qualifications you have which are pa rticu larly a ppropriate to the position for which you are a pplying.
After completing the NB Foundation's Distinguished Citizen Program, I am eager to give back to the amazing city that has given so much to Tine and my family_ I'm a transplant: I was raised in the South, lived in the MW and East Coast, but am now blessed to call Newport my home. I hope to use the military leadership skills from the Marine Corps and the commercial and finance skills from the business world to help serve this great city. I am open to many opportunities and will happily fill roles as they come open. 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(s) that I am applying Forand authorize the release of this information on the internet. f BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRdNiCALLY]
Signature Date May 29, 2024
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Residence Distnc
Verified by .,
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
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 may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility ofthe applicant to familiarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. Retailed 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 (City Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the positions) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period of tune, it will he 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 be from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the internet.
NAME OF HOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: Civil Service, Parks/Beaches/Rec Name: IParisi [Matthew Fames
(Last) (First) (Middle)
Residence Address (requiredl: Zip Corse:
How long have you lived in Newport Beach?
Business Address:
11 years 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? Q NO F] 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 employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? Q■ 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 ID 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.
There are no known past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind with the City or any Commission for which I'm applying.
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Name and Location of Colleges/
Universities Attended
Major
tntemsttonet Poetics & National ssaunty
Degree
BA
Last Year
Attended
2011
Penn 1 State University
University of Virginia
International Studies
Study Abroad
2010
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Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
Office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
A Million Thanks (non profit)
Newport Harbor Elks
Executive Director
2014-Present
General Member
2014-Present
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
The Parisi Group
Business Management Consulting
Owner
2017 - Present
Verde Consulting Group
Issue Advocacy
Owner
2018 -- Present
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
I.- Name LAnthony_Ramirez , Address IVPB Phone No.
2. Name Phil Greer Address NPU Phone No.
Summarize whyyou 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. have been a multiple resident and business owner in Newport Beach for about a decade. I have had a growing interest in local politics that began during a consulting project in which I needed to secure local government approval for certain building/zoning permits. I do have a desire to one day run for City Council and know that prior to making a run for that position, I need to have Committee experience. I've been intimately involved in supporting various Council Member campaigns which continues to grow my interest as well- I have extensive experience in being brought into business operations that need assistance and assist in turning those businesses around from an operational perspective.
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(s) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this inronnation on the intei'tieL. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
® Signature (Matthew Parisi T.._. - - -- - I Date 29 March 2023 -- 22-6