BPU Packet — Mayor's Nominating and Screening Committee, January 10, 2023

Submit Date: Mar 02, 2021
First Name
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The City of Riverside, CA Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
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Ward 1

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Commission on Aging: Submitted
Airport Commission: Submitted
Budget Engagement Commission: Submitted
Community Police Review Commission: Submitted
Cultural Heritage Board: Submitted
Commission on Disabilities: Submitted
Board of Ethics: Submitted
Human Relations Commission: Submitted
Human Resources Board: Submitted
Board of Library Trustees: Submitted
Museum of Riverside Board: Submitted
Park and Recreation Commission: Submitted
Planning Commission: Submitted
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Transportation Board: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Ms.

Business Address
Beth
M.

Hill-Skinner
Riverside
CA
Riverside Community College
Adjunct Faculty
Beth M. Hill-Skinner

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Business Phone
Length of residence in City of Riverside
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?
Yes No
Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude? Yes No
Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

Beth M. Hill-Skinner Page 2 of 6

COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

MUSEUM OF RIVERSIDE BOARD
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION *
PLANNING COMMISSION *
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES *
TRANSPORTATION BOARD *
*
A Statement of Economic Interests is required. Any information listed on this application is a matter of public record and will be disclosed upon request.

Under existing California law, a member of a board or commission may not make, participate in making, or attempt to influence a governmental decision if it is reasonably foreseeable that the decision could have a material financial effect on that member, the member’s immediate family, or any of his or her financial interests. There is also a special category of conflicts of interest which strictly forbids members and/or their employers from having financial interests in city contracts.

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Question applies to
Budget Engagement Commission
Thank you for your interest in serving on the City's Budget Engagement Commission. These supplemental questions are mandatory and will help the City determine the appropriate appointment category (resident or business member), as well as screen for relevant experience.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Question applies to
Cultural Heritage Board
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Cultural Heritage Board.

The issues and challenges facing the Cultural Heritage Board increasingly require specialized expertise; therefore, the following special criteria guide appointments to the Board.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CPRC applicants must undergo a limited background check by the Police Department prior to serving on the Commission due to the sensitivity and confidentiality of the materials you will review that have certain legal restrictions. The background check consists of completion of a Background Personal Information form, live scan fingerprint process through the FBI and Department of Justice, a local police records check, a records check of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), and a DMV records check that includes vehicles registered to the applicant. The DMV records check relates to City liability issues since Commissioners occasionally rive their personal vehicles to public outreach events. The background check takes approximately two weeks to complete.

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?

Yes

No
Beth M. Hill-Skinner

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Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Do you have basic computer skills?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

So far as is reasonably possible, the Human Relations Commission shall include representation in the fields of education, medicine, health and welfare, law, real estate, industry, business, finance, law enforcement, and labor. The diversity of the Commission is important to achieving its stated objective.

Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission:

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elder service.

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
If you answered no to the above question, what year will you turn 55? Question applies to
Commission on Aging
Are you age 55 or older?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Commission on Aging
Are you a paid representative of an elder service?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Commission on Disabilities
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Commission on Disabilities.

It is the policy of the City of Riverside to promote the full integration and participation of persons with disabilities into all areas of economic, political and community life. In order to adequately represent the needs of residents with access and functional needs.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

NOTICE REGARDING INCOMPATIBLE OFFICES
Under existing California law, no member of City boards or commissions may simultaneously hold two public offices that are incompatible. (California Government Code Section 1099) Offices are incompatible if one of the offices has supervisory, auditory or removal power over the other, if there would be any significant clash of duties or loyalties between the offices, or if public policy considerations make it improper for one person to hold both offices.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body?

Yes

No
Beth M. Hill-Skinner

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Upload a Resume
Additional document(s)
Additional document(s)
If “Yes”, please state position:

Members of boards and commissions are covered by Workers’ Compensation insurance while serving. If appointed, completion of a LiveScan background screening is required prior to commencement of service.

Submit Date: Jun 01, 2018
First Name
Middle Initial
Last Name
Home Address
Suite or Apt
City
State
Postal Code
Primary Phone
Alternate Phone
Email Address
Employer
Job Title
The City of Riverside, CA Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
Office Use Only:

Ward 2

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Commission on Aging: Submitted
Airport Commission: Submitted
Community Police Review Commission: Submitted
Cultural Heritage Board: Submitted
Commission on Disabilities: Submitted
Human Relations Commission: Submitted
Human Resources Board: Submitted
Board of Library Trustees: Submitted
Museum of Riverside Board: Submitted
Park and Recreation Commission: Submitted
Planning Commission: Submitted
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Transportation Board: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Mr.

Business Address
Business Phone
Gary
A.

Ringrose
Riverside
CA
Gary A. Ringrose

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Length of residence in City of Riverside
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?
Yes No
Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude? Yes No
Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

Gary A. Ringrose Page 2 of 6

COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Question applies to
Cultural Heritage Board
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Cultural Heritage Board.

The issues and challenges facing the Cultural Heritage Board increasingly require specialized expertise; therefore, the following special criteria guide appointments to the Board.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Do you have basic computer skills?

Yes

No
Gary A. Ringrose

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Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission:

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elder service.

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
If you answered no to the above question, what year will you turn 55? Question applies to
Commission on Aging
Are you age 55 or older?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Commission on Aging
Are you a paid representative of an elder service?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Commission on Disabilities
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Commission on Disabilities.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body?

Yes

No
If “Yes”, please state position:

Gary A. Ringrose

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Upload a Resume
Additional document(s)
Additional document(s)
Members of boards and commissions are covered by Workers’ Compensation insurance while serving. If appointed, completion of a LiveScan background screening is required prior to commencement of service.

Submit Date: Jun 04, 2018
First Name
Middle Initial
Last Name
Home Address
Suite or Apt
City
State
Postal Code
Primary Phone
Alternate Phone
Email Address
Employer
Job Title
The City of Riverside, CA Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
Office Use Only:

Ward 2

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Board of Library Trustees: Submitted
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Ms.

Business Address
Business Phone
Length of residence in City of Riverside
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?

Yes

No
Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude?

Yes

No
Agueda
D.

Vega
Riverside
CA
Agueda D. Vega

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Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

Agueda D. Vega Page 2 of 5

COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body?

Yes

No
If “Yes”, please state position:

Agueda D. Vega

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PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS: _______ _

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS: _________________ _
HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THE BOARD AND COMMISSION VACANCIES? D NEWSPAPER D UTILITY BILL INSERT D WEB SITE \lf'OTHER ----- COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? D Yes gNo Applicants may be subject to a Livescan as part of the initial application process.

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES:

It is the policy of the City of Riverside to promote the full integration and participation of persons with disabilities into all areas of economic, political, and community life. In order to adequately represent the needs of residents with disabilities, the following criteria applies:
• Members should consist of both persons with an.d without disabilities. • . ! • :~ ' .
• Members should represent a cross-sectio'n of the · o~·s disability groups and include persons with professional experience representing or supporting persons with .disabilities.

How would your experience or qualifications help the Commission On Disabilities meet its membership goals? CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD:

If applying for membership on the Cultural Heritage Board, please complete and return the enclosed Supplemental Application.

DOWNTOWN PARKING COMMITTEE:

At least six of its members must be represented by the downtown area including the Downtown Chamber Representative, and one Riverside Downtown Partnership representative. Additionally, one Ward 3 representative, and one Parking, Traffic, and Streets Commission appointee will sit on the Committee.

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

The Commission shall consist of fifteen members in accordance with the Municipal Code. So far as is reasonably possible, the Commission shall Include representation in the following fields: education, medicine, health and welfare, law, real estate, industry, business, finance, law enforcement, and labor. Further, the diversity of the Commission is important to achieving its stated objective.

Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission: ----------- MAYOR'S COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elderly service. Answer the following:

Are you age 55 or older?
Are you a paid representative of an elderly service?
efves
D Yes

ANY INFORMATION LISTED ON THIS APPLICATION IS A MATTER OF PUBLIC RECORD AND WILL BE DISCLOSED UPON REQUEST. A STATEMENT OF ECONOMIC INTERESTS SHALL BE REQUIRED OF MEMBERS OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
- AIRPORT COMMISSION /pARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
- CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD - PARKING, TRAFFIC, AND STREETS COMMISSION - DOWNTOWN PARKING COMMITTEE - PLANNING COMMISSION
- BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES - BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES

NOTICE REGARDING INCOMPATIBLE OFFICES
Under existing California law, no member of City boards or commission may simultaneously hold two public offices that are incompatible. (California Gov. Code Section 1099) Offices are incompatible if one of the offices has supervisory, auditory or removal power over the other, if there would be any significant clash of duties or loyalties between the offices, or if public policy considerations make it improper for one person to hold both offices.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member .of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body? D Yes D No
If your answer is "Yes", please state position:
. '• , ..

YOU FOR YO R INTEREST IN THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE.

Are you interested in being contacted by the
Registrar of Voters to volunteer as a poll worker?
. '
D Yes ONo

Submit Date: Jan 30, 2021
First Name
Middle Initial
Last Name
Home Address
Suite or Apt
City
State
Postal Code
Primary Phone
Alternate Phone
Email Address
Employer
Job Title
The City of Riverside, CA Boards & Commissions
Application Form
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Ward 2

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Mr.

Business Address
Business Phone
Length of residence in City of Riverside
10 years
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?

Yes

No
Brian
D.

Siana
Riverside
CA
University of California, Riverside
Associate Professor of Physics
and Astronomy
Brian D. Siana

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Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude? Yes No
Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

I am deeply interested in resource use and environmental sustainability. I am especially interested in the rapid transition that utilities are undertaking to carbon neutral energy sources as mandated by CA law. I think there are incredible opportunities for Riverside that can be beneficial both to ratepayers and to the environment. I am also interested in water use and conservation as well as waste management. As Associate Faculty Director of Sustainability at UCR, I have been involved with monitoring our energy, water and waste and making decisions about investments and conservation, and coordinating efforts with the City of Riverside and RPU.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I have a B.S. in Applied and Engineering Physics and a PhD in Physics. I teach a popular, large (400+ student) course at UC Riverside on energy and the environment, which covers how we use energy, sources of energy, and the environmental impacts of each source. I am the Associate Faculty Director of Sustainability at UC Riverside, a new role at UCR that began in 2018. In this role, I am coordinating sustainability outreach, curriculum, and research on the UCR campus. This has included monthly or quarterly discussions and collaborations with the City of Riverside and Riverside Public Utilities, most recently with the Riverside Green Summit in Oct. 2019. This has also included working toward the University of California's carbon neutrality by 2025 initiative. Finally, I am the chair of the sustainability working group for UCR's long range development plan, which determines how they can appropriately use physical space, infrastructure and resources in the next 15 years. This has included engagement with stakeholders in the community.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

B.S. Applied and Engineering Physics, Cornell University (1999) Ph.D. Physics, University of California, San Diego (2005)
OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Postdoctoral Scholar, Infrared Processing and Analysis Center, Caltech (2005-2008) Postdoctoral Scholar, Astronomy Department, Caltech (2008-2011) Assistant Professor, Physics Dept, UCR (2011- 2017) Associate Professor, Physics Dept, UCR (2017-) Associate Faculty Director of Sustainability (2018- )
PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

Member, American Astronomical Society
Brian D. Siana Page 2 of 5

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

I have been involved with numerous outreach events at local schools and juvenile halls, both for science and sustainability outreach.

COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body?

Yes

No
Brian D. Siana

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Upload a Resume
Additional document(s)
Additional document(s)
If “Yes”, please state position:

Fax:

E-mail:

Education PhD – Physics , December 2005
– University of California - San Diego , La Jolla, CA USA – “Optical-IR Selection of High-Redshift QSOs and the z=3 QSO Luminosity Function” – Advisor: Professor Harding E. (Gene) Smith
BS – Applied and Engineering Physics , May 1999
– Cornell University, Ithaca, NY USA
Positions Associate Faculty Director of Sustainability, UC Riverside, 2018-present Associate Professor, Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, UC Riverside, 2017-present Assistant Professor, Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, UC Riverside, 2011-2017 Senior Postdoctoral Scholar, Caltech, 2008-2011
Sponsor: Chuck Steidel
Postdoctoral Researcher, Spitzer Science Center, JPL/Caltech, 2005-2008 Supervisor: Harry Teplitz
A wards Junior Excellence in T eaching (JET) Award (UCR, 2016) - Annual award to assis- tant professor demonstrating commitment, determination, and outstanding teaching Commitment to Graduate Diversity Award (UCR, 2018) - Annual award to faculty member who ”actively champions eﬀorts to promote and maintain a diverse and inclusive campus climate”
Research
Interests
• Gravitational Lensing: Harnessing the magnifying power of strong gravitational lenses to study the properties of galaxies too faint/small to be studied with existing telescopes. • Reionization of the Intergalactic Medium and Ionizing Backgrounds : Deter- mining the mechanisms that allow ionizing photons to escape from galaxies into the intergalactic medium.
• Dwarf Galaxies : Understanding the unique properties of dwarf galaxies: metal pro- duction and outﬂow, bursty star formation, dust extinction, and dark matter properties.

Citation
Metrics
• 110 refereed papers (as of Nov. 02, 2019)
• h-index= 51 (NASA ADS)
• 8997 total citations (as of Nov. 02, 2019)
Committees Chair, Sustainability Working Group, LRDP (2019-).

Keck Observatory UC Time Allocation Committee (2018-)
UCR Committee on Sustainability (2019-)
Committee on Diversity (Physics Dept., 2016-, chair: 2017-) Cal-Bridge (CSU-UC Bridge Program) Steering Committee (2016-) Graduate Admissions Committee (Physics Dept., 2016-)
1 Space Telescope User’s Committee (2013-2015), Chair (2014-2015) Spitzer Space Telescope TAC (2013, 2016), Panel Chair (2013) Hubble Deep Fields Initiative Science Working Group (2012) Hubble Space Telescope TAC (2012-2013)
UC Observatories Advisory Committee (2011-2014)
Programs
A warded as
PI Only
• PI, NSF/AST (2016), ( $371,982)
“Comprehensive Spectroscopic Study of Gravitationally Lensed Dwarf Galaxies at the Peak Epoch of Star Formation”
• PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2015), 48 orbits: ( $173,061) “The Final UV Frontier: Legacy Near-UV Imaging of the Frontier Fields” • PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2014), Medium Hubble Archival Proposal: ( $88, 077 ) “Quantifying Bursty Star Formation and Dust Extinction in Dwarf Galaxies at 0.75< z <1.5”
• Co-PI, NSF (2013), ( $133,721 to B. Siana )
“The MOSFIRE Deep Evolution Field Survey”
• PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2013), 48 orbits: ( $186,679) “The Ultraviolet Frontier: Completing the Census of Star Formation at Its Peak Epoch”
• PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2012), 26 orbits: ( $130,694) “Ultra-Faint Galaxies at the Peak Epoch of Star Formation” • PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2011), 27 orbits: ( $84,979 ) “Resolving Lyman Continuum Emission from Lyα-Emitters”
• PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2010), 36 orbits: ( $160,139):
“Ionizing Emission from the Faint Galaxies Responsible for Reionization” • PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2008), 39 orbits: ( $167,630):
“Resolved Imaging of Escaping Lyman Continuum”
• PI, Spitzer Space Telescope (2008), 22 hours: ( $109,800):
“The First Investigation of the 3.3 Micron PAH Feature at High Redshift” • PI, Hubble Space Telescope (2007), 37 orbits: ( $154,062):
“First Resolved Imaging of Escaping Lyman Continuum”
• PI, Spitzer Space Telescope (2007), 16.6 hours: ( $77,970):
“Harnessing High Redshift Beacons: IRS Spectra of Lensed LBGs” • PI, Spitzer Space Telescope (2006), 21.8 hours: ( $90,155):
“The First IRS Spectrum of a Lyman Break Galaxy”
Teaching
Experience
• PHYS 018 - Energy & Environment (non-science majors)
• PHYS 040A - Classical Mechanics (intro. level for physical scientists and engineers) • PHYS 111 - Stellar Astrophysics (upper level, physics majors) • PHYS 203 - Statistical Astronomy (grad level)
• PHYS 214 - Observational Techniques (grad level)
Mentoring • Undergraduate students: 6 student researchers, 2 undergrad. theses, 1 honors thesis • Summer interns: 1 Cal-bridge scholar (2018), 1 student from U. of Lyon (2018) • Graduate students: Anahita Alavi (2011-2016), William Freeman (2012-2017), Kaveh Vasei (2013-2018), Najmeh Emami (2014-2019), Timothy Gburek (2015-), Christopher Snapp Kolas (2018-)
• Postdocs: Alberto Dominguez (2011-2014), Anahita Alavi (2016-2017) Refereed
Publications
Link to ADS list of publications
2 Submit Date: Jan 27, 2022
First Name
Middle Initial
Last Name
Home Address
Suite or Apt
City
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Postal Code
Primary Phone
Alternate Phone
Email Address
Employer
Job Title
The City of Riverside, CA Boards & Commissions
Application Form
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Ward 3

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Ms.

Business Address
Business Phone
Length of residence in City of Riverside
12 Years
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?

Yes

No
Tina
M
Grande-Field
Riverside
CA
County of Riverside
Executive Office Principal Policy
Analyst
Tina M Grande-Field

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Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude? Yes No
Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

I consider Riverside my hometown, even though I was not raised here. I have been a resident for twelve years. My husband and children were all born in Riverside. We have many friends and family members who live and work in the city. We appreciate the quality of schools in Riverside Unified School District, the general safety of the community, and numerous opportunities to enjoy our free time. The City of Riverside has a small town feel for us. We would not raise our children anywhere else. Being active in the community is very important to my family. Although it is difficult to balance a full time career and raising a family with being involved in community service, I manage to find the time to participate in the various organizations I am affiliated with in the community. I want to demonstrate to my children the value of being engaged in the community we call home. I believe my professional experience will enable me to quickly acclimate, and therefore, provide valuable service immediately to the city's public utilities board, staff and rate-payers.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I have negotiated with various franchise organizations, including solid waste and natural gas (SoCal Gas) on franchise agreement contracts. I have negotiated with petroleum product suppliers on service delivery and cost. I have collaborated and coordinated community events, including community cleanup projects, with solid waste companies.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Master of Public Administration, California State University San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies, University of Redlands, Redlands, CA Tina M Grande-Field Page 2 of 6
OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Constituent Support Experience: I have extensive professional public service experience.

This includes
working directly with constituents and community organizations on navigating and understanding county services, annexations and incorporations.

I also have experience working on boards in a volunteer capacity with parents and other community members.

Rates: I have knowledge of rate development,
review and implementation as a department manager in an internal services department and as a department recipient of services and rates from other internal services.

Budget: I have over 18 years of
experience in budget development, monitoring and reporting for a large public agency.

Contracts:

I have
extensive experience in writing, interpreting, negotiating and monitoring contracts. Policies, Laws and regulations: I have over 23 years of experience in interpreting and executing local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.

I also have experience in drafting and updating local ordinances.

I have drafted,
implemented and developed many internal department and board polices.

Procurement: I have strong
technical knowledge in ethics, laws and procedures for procurement in a governmental agency.

Personnel
Management: I have extensive experience in managing direct reports and divisions within a governmental organization. This includes knowledge of Federal law, California law, and MOU’s with local unions.

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) Inland Empire Chapter - Member California Association of Public Procurement Officers (CAPPO) - Member

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) Measure O Citizen Oversight Committee- Member June 2017- Present.

The duties are to review expenditures and inform the public on the use of bond proceeds for rehabilitation of existing and construction of new capital facilities.

Having this committee is a requirement
for RUSD, and also allows an additional forum for the public to hear about the work that is being planned or completed.

Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center (MSRPAC)- Board Member 2017 – Present; 2020
Vice-President.

MSRPAC provides pet adoption, humane education, pet welfare, and overpopulation programs such as dog training, and also provides low cost spay and neuter that assist the community in making a better quality of life for humans and pets.

Mountain View PTA- Vice President/President 2017/18
School Year.

Volunteer 2016/17-Present.

I am currently a volunteer with the PTA.

I attend the financial
training annually, so I can assist in being able to handle money, which allows the organization to better fundraise for much needed programs.

These programs enhance the lives of children in our community.

Tina M Grande-Field

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COMMISSION ON AGING
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With over 23 years of experience working in the public sector, having increasing responsibility in government relations, public perception, laws, regulations, budget, procurement and processes, my objective is to continue to use this experience in providing public service to my community.

EDUCATION:

Master of Public Administration, California State University San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies, University of Redlands, Redlands, CA EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

November 2021-Present Executive Office Principal Policy Analyst Executive Office, County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 Formulate and recommend countywide policies; reviews adopted legislation and administrative regulations effecting county policies; monitors proposed legislation relative to county policies and solicit input from impacted departments; implement approved policy cha
nges
 Prepare policies, ordinances and regulations for adoption by the Board of Supervisors; directs the preparation and revision of relevant procedural manuals and materials.  Develop and implement techniques for measuring policy effectiveness and outcomes of new and existing programs and policies.
 Review and evaluate the effectiveness of all policy management systems within the county; ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.  Consult with and advise county executives on matters related to policy impacts on County services, funding and operations; participate in the development of new programs to facilitate long and short term strategies.
 Direct and participate in the resolution of difficult, sensitive and high interest policy-related issues.
 Assist county departments and agency officials with the development of individual policies; m
onitor deviations from approved county policies; report on activities and when appropriate, recommend corrective measures; establish internal controls to monitor and safeguard the county's policy management programs.
 Prepare or supervise the preparation of a variety of complex administrative, operational, legislative, and management reports and correspondence; performs special studies; prepares comprehensive reports to communicate county legislative priorities, policies and procedures.
 Develop and promote effective working relationships with other county departments, local, regional, and state agencies and organizations involved in policy development and implementation to solve mutual problems and/or to exchange information.

 List of current projects includes; Project Manager for the county on the dissolution of the March Joint Powers Authority (JPA); Review, track and monitor responses for Grand Jury reports, and audits from the Auditor-Controller for all county departments, provide guidance on budget assignments and performance measures to analysts; and, develop strategies, programs, and policies relating to Broadband.

November 2020-November 2021 Director
Purchasing and Fleet Services, County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 As the County Purchasing Agent, planned, organized, direct ed, and controlled the county’s purchasing.
 Oversaw and directed the operation of Fleet Services, Purchasing, Fiscal, Supply and Central Mail Divisions through supervision of subordinate support staff.  Conferred and advised the Executive Office, department heads and their staff on procurement regulations and practices.
 Oversaw the implementation of the county’s eProcurement system.  Authored, reviewed, signed staff reports for submittal to the Board of Supervisors from the Purchasing Department.
 Reviewed and approved staff reports for submittal to the Board of Supervisors from other county departments relating to Purchasing functions.
 Approved contract documents within the Purchasing Agent’s authority or as otherwise directed by the Board of Supervisors.
 Reviewed and approved Sole Source and Single Source requested by departments based on policy direction and legal requirements.
 Developed, review ed and edit ed polices and ordinances relating to county purchasing practices.
 Interpreted, implemented and adhered to county policies and procedures, state regulations, and guidelines relating to procurement and other activities relating to a general law county.  Reviewed internal service rates and develops Board Letter from Internal Service Fund (ISF) cost centers within Purchasing.
 Directed the preparation and reviews department budget for submittal and monitors expenditures and revenues, and develops quarterly report narrative based on the status of the department’s budget.
 Presented on policies, workflow requirements, and staff reports for the Board of Supervisors requirements to department and county departments in various meetings.  Reviewed and monitored legislation that relates to county purchasing as well as other departments to anticipate changes in procurement practices.  Interviewed and performed evaluations on subordinate staff; using knowledge of bargaining MOUs
, governmental requirements, and protections such as FLMA and worker’s compensation.
 Responded to appeals of c ompliance officer’s decisions to vendor requests for reconsiderations.
 Reviewed and analyzed performance measures for each division and reports to the Executive Office as directed.

Oct 2017 – November 2020 Assistant Director
Purchasing and Fleet Services, County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 Directed the operation of Purchasing, Fiscal, Supply and Central Mail Divisions through supervision of subordinate support staff and coordinates the day- to-day operations of the department.
 Conferred and advised department heads and their staff on procurement regulations and practices.
 Developed, reviewed, and edit ed contracts and staff reports for submittal to the Board of Supervisors from the Purchasing Department.
 Reviewed and edit ed contracts and staff reports for submittal to the Board of Supervisors from other county departments
 Approved contract documents within the Purchasing Agent ’s authority or as otherwise directed by the Board of Supervisors.
 Reviewed and approved Sole Source and Single Source requested by departments based on policy direction and legal requirements.
 Developed, reviewed and edit ed polices and ordinances relating to county purchasing practices.
 Interpreted, implemented and adhered to county policies and procedures, state regulations, and guidelines relating to procurement and other activities relating to a general law county.  Reviewed internal service rates and develops Board Letter from Internal Service Fund (ISF) cost centers within Purchasing.
 Directed the preparation and review ed department budget for submittal and monitors expenditures and revenues, and develops quarterly report narrative based on the status of the department’s budget.
 Presented on policies, workflow requirements, and staff reports for the Board of Supervisors requirements to department and county departments in various meetings.  Reviewed and monitored legislation that relates to county purchasing as well as other departments to anticipate changes in procurement practices.  Performed research and ma de recommendations to the Purchasing Agent and the Executive Office on various topics.
 Interviewed and performed evaluations on subordinate staff ; oversaw general disciplinary actions within the department, i.e. knowledge of MOU, governmental requirements, and protections such as FLMA and worker’s compensation.
 Worked extensively with County Counsel attorneys.
 Reviewed compliance officer’s responses to vendor requests for reconsiderations.  Reviewed and monitored more complex or controversial contracts.  Maintained and monitored customer service levels by interacting with client departments and vendors.

Dec 2007 – Sept 2017 Principal Management Analyst
Executive Office, County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 County LAFCO Analyst on annexations and the incorporations of the four newest cities in the State of California. Duties included delegating tasks to other team members and consultants, reviewing and editing work product by consultants, providing advice and administrative assistance to elected and appointed officials from other municipalities, and guiding departments in the preparation of policies and procedures for transitioning of services for annexations and the incorporations. Made presentations and testified at LAFCO hearings representing the county. Reviewed and interpreted government code, specifically Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Act. Developed, reviewed, revised, and implemented revenue agreements with cities relating to incorporations and annexations. Negotiated property tax exchanges relating to annexations for services by special districts, annexations of unincorporated area by cities and for the incorporations. Attended conferences and training annually.
 Served as the Executive Office Analyst for County Counsel, Fire Department, Transportation and Land Management Agency.
 Participated in the development of operating and administrative policies for various county departments.
 Developed and implemented techniques for measuring cost effectiveness and outcomes of new and existing programs and policies.
 Initiated and monitor ed site acquisitions of facilities tied to capital projects; monitors the development of these projects; analyzes the funding and budget requests for the projects.  Researched, interprets and analyzes data for major county programs and clearly reports related findings and recommendations.
 Communicated county and departmental priorities, policies, and procedures.  Upon request, researched and drafted county policies for Board members.  Monitored deviations from approved budgets in the areas of revenue and expenditures, productivity and performance reporting and recommends corrective measures.  Performed special studies.
 Represented the Deputy County Executive Officer at meetings and conferences.  Coordinated the county response to incorporations and annexations; performs in-depth analysis and makes recommendations on county policy as it relates to fiscal impacts of incorporations.
 Continued to perform all budget related duties as they relate to assigned general fund and non-general fund departments, which total 27 budget units.

May 2006 – Dec 2007 Senior Management Analyst
Executive Office, County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 Participated in the development of operating and administrative policies for various county departments.
 Analyzed the funding and budget requests for capital projects.  Researched, interpreted and analyzed data for major county programs and clearly reports related findings and recommendations.
 Communicated county and departmental priorities, policies, and procedures.  Upon request, researched and drafted county policies for Board members.  Monitored deviations from approved budgets in the areas of revenue and expenditures, productivity and performance reporting and recommended corrective measures.  Performed special studies.
 Represented the Deputy County Executive Officer at meetings and conferences.  Coordinated the county response to incorporations and annexations; performed analysis and makes recommendations on county policy as it relates to fiscal impacts of incorporations.
 Performed all budget related duties as they relate to assigned general fund and non- general fund departments, which totaled 27 budget units. 2004 – May 2006 Management Analyst, Executive Office
County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 As part of the Executive Office Management Audit Team, conduct ed interviews, researched, and analyzed various county and outside agencies’ programs and procedures in order to develop and present recommendations and findings relating to financial, organizational, operational, and administrative audits to the Executive Officer, the Board of Supervisors, and/or outside Special Districts.
 Analyzed departmental budget proposals, which required analysis of staffing needs , revenue generation, billing procedures, and examination of internal service fee rates, in order to prepare written justifications for approval and to make recommendations to balance the budget.
 Reviewed and monitor ed departmental financial reports for potential budget shortfall, and prepared quarterly report information on assigned department.  Reviewed, evaluated, and edited budget recommendations and reports.  Reviewed and made recommendations on staffing levels for assigned departments.  Studied statutory and proposed legislative requirements for various programs such as off- highway vehicle use, ethics training, reimbursement practices, and post-employment polices and requirements, and determined administrative, operational, and fiscal impact on county departments.
 Coordinated activities with other divisions, departments, and agencies in order to ensure that administrative and fiscal objectives were achieved.  Updated the Board Policy Manual for relevance, format, and adherence to state and federal law.
 Maintained cooperative and effective working relationships with other divisions, departments, agencies, and outside organizations.
 Involved with the creation and development of a joint powers authority to build and run a n animal shelter, which included developing an understanding of laws, ordinances, political desires, and project management.
2001 – 2004 Supervisor’s Legislative Assistant, Board of Supervisors County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 Represented Supervisor at various meetings, gatherings, and conferences, including meetings of local government agencies, commissions and organizations, which necessitated making immediate administrative decisions.  Presented decisions, recommendations, and findings of the Board of Supervisors at meetings, gatherings, and conferences.
 Analyzed, researched, and compiled lengthy report regarding the Animal Services Department, which included coordinating information with departments, public entities, and agencies, and suggested strategies to complete objectives.  Reviewed a variety of fiscal reports and expenditures and submitted recommendations to the Supervisor.
 Analyzed and made recommendations to the Supervisor on funding of applications for Community Development Block Grant Funds, which included staffing analysis, management analysis, other funding sources pursued and granted, and impact on community need.
 Reviewed, evaluated, and made recommendations of departmental budget proposals to the Supervisor.
 Analyzed and prepared background information on agenda items for review and consideration by the Supervisor, which included fiscal impact information.  Received, investigated, and reported on complaints and inquiries by constituents, which included examining various depar tments’ procedures and programs, and making recommendations on administrative and management changes.  Interviewed and gave assistance to the public by telephone and in person.  Prepared letters and reports for the Supervisor’s approval and signature.  Worked on projects and resolutions to constituent concerns with the following departments:

Animal Services, Code Enforcement, Building and Safety, Environmental Health, Sheriff, Waste Management, Planning, Economic Development Agency, Executive Office, and Fire (Hazard Reduction).
 Worked extensively and on a daily basis with Code Enforcement issues, which included having the final decision on priority and type of response by officers, whether a consideration should be made to reduce a Statement of Expense, what should be reduced on the Statement of Expense, cases that should be brought to County Counsel for abatement action, and how much time beyond what was required for compliance with Due Process law should be given for constituents to remedy violations.  Initiated, oversight, and gave direction on specific ordinance changes, which included analysis of staffing recommendations for implementation by specific departments.  Made decision and gave direction to Animal Services to obtain warrant to seize over 100 animals in distress and was final decision maker to euthanize at location if necessary.  Reviewed applications for conditional use permit, if constituent was found in violation; made decision on revocation when necessary.
 Managed Third District outdoor event permit process and made decision of approval/denial and relayed to constituents.
 Organized and participated in community events with local jurisdictions and non-profit agencies, including budget preparation, monitoring for events, and coordination.  Interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised Legislative Interns, which included evaluations and performance reviews, and making final decision on continuance of employment. In some instances, a decision on termination was made.  Trained Board Assistants, and was team leader/office manager of office functions.  Created policies and procedures for administrative functions of Board Assistants.  Provided instruction, guidance, and oversight to the Youth Advisory Council, which included monitoring of budget for events and programs; met with community organizations to collaborate, make recommendations, and final decisions on pertinent issues relating to the youth events.
1998 – 2001 Supervisor’s Board Assistant, Board of Supervisors County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
 Prepared letters for the Supervisor’s approval and signature.  Wrote speeches and prepared background information for the Supervisor’s public speaking engagements.
 Received correspondence and analyzed information for referral to the proper staff member or agency.
 Prepared the Supervisor’s agenda for the Board hearing, and other meetings.  Managed the Supervisor’s calendar.
 Coordinated meetings, workshops, and other assemblies by making contact with other governmental agencies, personnel, press, and private citizens.  Prepared public service announcements on a monthly basis. 1997 – 1998 Intern, Planning Department
Eastern Municipal Water District
Perris, CA
 Provided technical support for the Department Manager and other team leaders.  Compiled and categorized data for various projects.
 Communicated with other departments and governmental agencies.  Analyzed specific data for projects, including the update on the Water Master Plan.  Adhered to agency protocols and procedures.

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WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

My father, Clare, started the family tradition of service to the Riverside community, serving on the Planning Commission, as Chamber of Commerce President, and as Congressman Tunney's Field Representative. I want to continue that tradition. Climate Change is the single most important issue our society will have to face. As a municipal utility, RPU is poised to be a leader in confronting this issue. I want to be a part of that challenge.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I believe I would bring many skills to the Board. Like all small business owners, I deal with a wide variety of issues, forcing me to know a little bit about many business subjects. I also know when I’m in over my head, and how to seek expert advice. I have had occasion to interface with RPU and other utilities, as a developer and customer, and would bring that perspective to the Board. And I would bring my skill at serving on non-profit boards. Although the organizations I have served with have been relatively small, I believe I have learned significant lessons regarding board leadership.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

I graduated cum laude from California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo with a B.S. in Architectural Engineering.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

I’m a partner with my brother and sons in a small family owned real estate development company. My father had started the company as a plumbing contractor, but we were also licensed as a general contractor until my brother’s retirement from day-to-day operations. I designed and constructed our 25 acre industrial park in Desert Hot Springs, and also smaller industrial and residential projects in Riverside.

We also own and manage 170 apartment units, vacant land and two smaller industrial complexes in Riverside. We employ nine people. In addition to being a licensed Civil Engineer, I’m also licensed as a Real Estate Broker. I plan to retire from day-to-day operations in January, 2020.

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

California Apartment Association
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CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

The following is a summary of my involvement with community organizations. Please keep in mind the dates may be approximate.
1984-86 Member, Riverside County Democratic Central Committee 1986-88
Assembly District representative to the California Democratic Party Executive Committee Late 80’s I was
a founder and the business editor of the Inland Democrat, a newsletter for the Riverside-San Bernardino region of the California Democratic party.
1984-87 I served four years rotating through the offices of the local A.C.L.U. chapter (Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President and President) 1989
Riverside Chamber of
Commerce Leadership Riverside program
1990-91 Serving as a volunteer tutor with the library’s Laubach Literacy Program, I helped two adults learn to read.
1990
Volunteer Superintendent for Habitat for
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1990-91
California Society of Professional Engineers San Bernardino/ Riverside Chapter ‘Mathcounts’ Chair. Mathcounts is a middle school level math competition held at the chapter, state and national levels. About 100 kids from 20 schools participated. 1991 California Society of
Professional Engineers- San Bernardino/ Riverside Chapter ‘Young Engineer of The Year’ award 1991-94
Member, Board of Trustees, Riverside City and County Public Library 1995-96 Hospice Care Volunteer,
Riverside Hospice
1995-97 Member, Board of Directors, Riverside Hospice
1995
Volunteer of the Year
Bryant Elementary School
1997-2000 Member, Board of Directors, Riverside Rotary
1998
Scholarship
Chair, Riverside Rotary
1998-2001 Member, Board of Directors, Volunteer Center of Riverside County (2nd year as Vice-President, 3rd year as President). This agency administers seven programs, including a crises intervention hotline, senior ombudsman services, court ordered community service and a homeless service center. The agency employs about 50 people and has an annual budget of about $1,500,000. 2000 Awarded Volunteer of the Year for Alcott Elementary for starting a chess club on campus 2002-2016
Founder and first President of the Riverside Youth Chess Association. This is an umbrella group to support local youth chess tournaments.
2010-Present Serving once again as a volunteer tutor with the library’s Literacy Program, I have worked with several adults learning to read.

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I have been a project manager, a consultant, and an engineer for public and private public works projects for more than 40 years. I have had direct experience dealing with the environmental and cultural impacts of projects. I have made public presentations of complex issues to both elected officials and concerned residents, and I have previously served on both public and private boards & commissions. I am an honorably discharged United States Military Veteran having served as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers in the USA and overseas.

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Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Colorado Masters of Science in Management Science, University of Southern California Professional Certificate:

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1st Lieutenant, Army Corps of Engineers, USA, & Vietnam Civil Engineer, Bookman & Edmonston Engineering, Glendale, California Public Works Engineer, Portland Cement Association, Los Angeles, California Regional Manager, Kennedy/Jenks Engineers, Irvine, California Principal Engineer, Western Municipal Water District, Riverside, California Consulting Registered Civil Engineer in Private Practice, Riverside, California Professional Associations:

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? r Yes IX No CPRC applicants must undergo a limited background check by the Police Department prior to serving on the Commission due to the sensitivity and confidentiality of the materials you will review that have certain legal restrictions.

The background check consists of the following :

Completion of a Background Personal Information form; live scan fingerprint process through the FBI and Department of Justice, a local police records check, a records check of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) , and a OMV records check that includes vehicles registered to the applicant. The purpose of the OMV records check is due to liability issues since Commissioners occasionally drive their personal vehicles to public outreach events. The background check takes approximately two weeks to complete.

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES :

It is the policy of the City of Riverside to promote the full integration and participation of persons with disabilities into all areas of economic, political, and community life. In order to adequately represent the needs of residents with disabilities, the following criteria applies :
- Members should consist of both persons with and without disabilities . - Members should represent a cross-section of the City's disability groups and include persons with professional experience representing or supporting persons with disabilities.

How would our ex erience or ualifications hel the Commission on Disabilities meet its membershi oals? (255 Characters Max If applying for membersh ip on the Commission on Disabilities , please complete and return a Suppleme ntal Application.

CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD:

If applying for membersh ip on the Cultural Heritage Board, please complete and return a Supplemental Application .

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

The Commission shall consist of fifteen members in accordance with the Municipal Code. So far as is reasonably possible, the Commission shall include representation in the following fields: education , medicine , health and welfare , law, real estate, industry, business , finance, law enforcement , and labor. Further, the diversity of the Commission is important to achieving its stated objective.

Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission:

MAYOR'S COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elder service.

Are you age 55 or older? IX Yes I No
Are you a paid representative of an elder service? I Yes IX No

NOTICE REGARDING INCOMPATIBLE OFFICES
Under existing California law, no member of City boards or commission may simultaneously hold two public offices that are incompatible. (California Government Code Section 1099) Offices are incompatible if one of the offices has supervisory, auditory or removal power over the other, if there would be any significant clash of duties or loyalties between the offices , or if public policy considerations make it improper for one person to hold both offices.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission , committee , or other body? I Yes IX No
If "Yes", please state position:

Please call the City Clerk's Office CM"""'~=-5557 or visit RiversideCa.gov/city_clerk for more information.

RETURN TO: C Main Street, 7th floor, Riverside, CA 92522 DATE: /o/or Lz.o/;3
7 THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE.

How did you learn about the Board and Commission vacancies? IX Newspaper I Utility Bill Insert
IX Other I letter from City Clerks Office
! Web site
Are you interested in being contacted by the Registrar
of Voters to volunteer as a poll worker? I Yes IX No

WESI'ERN

MUNICIPAL
WATER
DISJlUC'J'
To Whom It May Concern
Subject: Thomas H. Safford, P.E.

March 24, 2011
I have known Tom Safford for approximately 22 years with 17 of those years at Western Municipal Water District as co-employees. Prior to coming to Western I was a civil engineering consultant and interacted with Tom on development projects needing plan approval within Western's area.

While at Western Tom served in several roles. These ranged from Supervising Engineer, Principal Engineer/Safety Officer, and Project Manager of Special Assignments. Given his education, experience and work ethic, he was able to work on a vast variety of Issues. Examples Include development of Westem's Safety Program, assisting in the transition of Western taking over the water and sewer utilities of March Air Reserve Base, and many capital improvement projects such as pipelines, pumps and tanks.

In my opinion Tom's greatest strength is his cooperative nature and willingness to tackle new assignments. He has a very good nature about himself making it comfortable for co-workers, customers, developers and regulators to work well with him. His people skllls have been honed by years of work experience, service on a variety of Boards and Commissions, and active Involvement In industry associations. This skill set applied to projects is an asset. He also has the ability to listen and develop positions for decision-making which is a valuable resource to any organization.

Tom has always shown a high level of professionalism, Is dedicated to the organization he works for, and has a strong work ethic. In fact It was an odd day that Tom wasn't the first person at work each day.

You don't work at one organization for 27 years without adding value and being committed to what you do. Tom did both.

Tom has a vast amount of experience, excellent people skills, ablllty to make sound decisions, and can bring value to efforts he ts engaged with . He is a quick learner and from my experience with him, would expect that he would quickly become an asset.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at or at .

Best Regards,
JEFFREY 0. SIMS, P.E.

Assistant General Manager/Chief Operating Officer

WESTERN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

THOMAS H. SAFFORD

Riverside City Clerk's Office
Attn: Colleen H. Nicol , MMC
Riverside City Hall
3900 Main Street, 7th Floor
Riverside, CA 92522
Subject: Application Renewal of Thomas H. Safford
Colleen H. Nicol, MMC:

October 9, 2013

RECEIVED
OCT 1 0 2013
City of Riverside
City Clerk's Office
Accompanying this letter is the renewal of application for service on the City of Riverside Planning Commission, Board of Public Utilities, or Airport Commission as requested in your letter of August 20, 2013. My preference would be for appointment to the Planning Commission but feel qualified to serve on any of the three named. I am interested in serving on thes e panels as a way of contributing to the future of Riverside as well as a return to a City that has served the Safford family very well for many years.

Please note that in addition to university degrees in management and engineering, I have lately retired after working for twenty-seven years as a senior staff engineer/project manager for Western Municipal Water District. I am also a military veteran and a former licensed private pilot . I have worked directly with many of the staff of the City of Riverside to include Mr. Todd Jorgenson, Water Operations Manger and Mr. Ken Gutierrez , former Director of Planning (and current interim Councilperson). Both of these individuals can attest to my professional experience and my working relations with the City of Riverside. More recently, I have worked with Mr. Paul Hamilton, Senior Plans Examiner of your Community Development Department in my role as an Elder and volunteer manager for an ADA Restroom installation project and City mandated Backflow Prevention Device Installations project for Magnolia Presbyterian Church in Riverside.

Thank you for the opportunity to renew my application to serve.

Thomas H. Safford

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OF A CRIME OF MORAL TURPITUDE? TIME TO SERVE?
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*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of lnfonnation submitted with this fonn.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION: (474 Charaders Max) As a resident of Riverside I wish assist in shaping its future by serving on any of the Boards or Commissions listed above. Wrth many years as a Registered Civil Engineer in the public worts field and my involvement with the Riverside City and County area projects, I am familiar with the issues that are dealt with by these commissions. Having been directly involved with infrastructure projects that directly affect the community, I bring a unique perspective.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST: (474 Characters Max) I have been a project manager, consultant, and engineer for public and private public works projects for more than 40 years. I have had direct experience dealing with the environmental impacts of projects. I have made public presentations of complex issues to both elected officials and concerned residents, and I have previously served on both public and private boards & commissions. I am also a private pilot (currently inactive) and an honorably discharged veteran.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Colorado Masters of Science in Management Science, University of Southern California Registered Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering & Surveying, State of California OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:
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1st Lieutenant, Anny Corps of Engineers, USA & Vietnam; Civil Engineer, Bookman & Edmonston Engineering, Glendale, CA; Regional Manager, Kennedy/Jenks Engineers. Irvine, CA; Principal Engineer, Western Municipal Water District. Riverside, CA; Consulting Registered Civil Engineer in Private Practice, Riverside, CA

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS : (190 Characters Max) Inland Counties Water Association, Amencan Water Works Association, American Society of Civil Engineers, Southern California Water Utilities Association, etc.

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE , MEMBERSHIPS , OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS :

Elder & Trustee for Magnolia Presbyterian Church of Riverside, City of Riverside Planning Commission (1992-2000), Officer, Director, or Committee Chair for various professional groups to include So. Calif. Water Association, Inland Counties Water Association, etc.
- AIRPORT COMMISSION * - MAYOR'S COMMISSION ON AGING
- COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION - METROPOLITAN MUSEUM BOARD - COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES - PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION * - CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD * - PLANNING COMMISSION *
- HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION - BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES * - HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD -TRANSPORTATION BOARD *
- BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *
*A statement of Economic Interests is required . Any information listed on this application is a matter of public record and will be disclosed upon request.

Under existing California law, a member of a board or commission may not make , participate in making, or attempt to influence a governmental decision if it is reasonably foreseeable that the decision could have a material financial effect on that member , the member' s immediate family , or any of his or her financial intere sts. There is also a special catego ry of conflicts of interest which strictly forbids members and/or their employers from having financial interests in city contracts. Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encou raged to contact the City Clerk's Office if they have any questions.

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION :

Have you ever been convict ed of a felony or misdemeanor? r Yes IX No CPRC applicants must undergo a limited background check by the Police Department prior to serving on the Commission due to the sensitivity and confidenti ality of the materials you will review that have certain legal restrictions .

The background check consists of the following :

Completion of a Background Personal Information form ; live scan fingerprint process through the FBI and Department of Justice, a local police records check , a records check of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), and a OMV records check that includes vehicles registered to the appl icant. The purpose of the DMV records check is due to liability issues since Commissioners occasionally drive their personal vehicles to public outreach events. The background check takes approximately two weeks to complete.

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES:

It is the policy of the City of Riverside to promote the full integration and participation of persons with disabilities into all areas of economic, political, and community life. In order to adequately represent the needs of residents with disabilities. the following criteria applies :
- Members should consist of both persons with and without disabilities . - Members should represent a cross-section of the City's disability groups and include persons with professional experience representing or supporting persons with disabilities .

If applying for membership on the Commission on Disabilities, please complete and return a Supplemental Application.

CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD:

If applying for membership on the Cultural Heritage Board , please complete and return a Supplemental Application.

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

The Commission shall consist of fifteen members in accordance with the Municipal Code . So far as is reasonably possible, the Commission shall include representation ln the following fields: education , medicine, health and welfare , law, real estate, industry, business, finance, law enforcement, and labor. Further, the diversity of the Commission is important to achieving its stated objective .

Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission:

MAYOR'S COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elder service .

Are you age 55 or older? JX Yes r No
Are you a paid representative of an elder service? r Yes IX No

NOTICE REGARDING INCOMPATIBLE OFFICES
Under existing Californi a law, no member of City boards or commission may simultaneously hold two public offices that are incompatible . (California Government Code Section 1099) Offices are incompatible if one of the offices has supervisory, auditory or removal power over the other, if there would be any significant clash of duties or loyalties between the offices, or if public policy considerations make it improper for one person to hold both offices.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmenta l board , commiss ion, committee, or other body? r Yes IX No
lf"Yes" , please state position : None of the Boards or Commission on which I currently serve are incompatiable Please call the City Clerk's Office at 826-5557 or visit RiversideCa .gov/city_clerk for more information .

RETURN TO: City Clerk's 0 , 3900 Main Street, 7th floor, Riverside, CA 92522 DATE: c>? / zo .Jm/S
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE.

How did you learn about the Board and Commission vacancies? IX Newspaper r Utility Bill Insert
IX Other I L-r from City CleJb Office
rwebsite
Are you interested in being contacted by the Registrar
of Voters to volunteer as a poll worker? r Yes IX No

THOMAS H. SAFFORD RECEIVED

City of Riverside
City C!erk's Office
Riverside City Clerk's Office
Attn: Colleen H. Nicol, MMC
September 30, 2015
Riverside City Hall, 3900 Main Street, rh Floor
Riverside, CA 92522
Subject: Boards & Commissions Application of Thomas H. Safford Ms. Colleen H. Nicol, MMC:

Accompanying this letter is an application for service on the City of Riverside Planning Commission, Board of Public Utilities, or Airport Commission as requested in your email of September 15, 2015. My preference would be for appointment to the Planning Commission but feel uniquely qualified to serve on any of the three named. I am interested in serving on these panels as a way of contributing to the future of Riverside as well as providing a return to a City that has served the Safford family very well for the last thirty years .

Please note that in addition to university degrees in engineering and management, I have worked for many years as a State of California Registered Civil Engineer (P. E.) specializing it the Public Work Field. My recent work experience includes twenty-seven years as a senior staff engineer/project manager for Western Municipal Water District and for the last four years as an independent consultant. I am also a military veteran and a former licensed private pilot. I have worked directly with many of the staff of the City of Riverside to include Mr. Todd Jorgenson, Water Operations Manger and Mr. Ken Gutierrez , former Director of Planning. Both of these individuals can attest to my professional experience and my working relations with the City of Riverside. More recently, I worked with Mr. Paul Hamilton, Senior Plans Examiner of your Community Development Department in my role as an Elder and Project Manager for an ADA Restroom Installation Project and City of Riverside mandated Backflow Prevention Device Installations Project for Magnolia Presbyterian Church in Riverside.

Thank you for the opportunity to renew my application to serve .

Sincerely,

Thomas H. Safford, MSMS, PE

Submit Date: Jun 11, 2018
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Robert M. Righter

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Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

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COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Question applies to
Cultural Heritage Board
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Cultural Heritage Board.

The issues and challenges facing the Cultural Heritage Board increasingly require specialized expertise; therefore, the following special criteria guide appointments to the Board.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Do you have basic computer skills?

Yes

No
Robert M. Righter

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Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission:

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elder service.

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
If you answered no to the above question, what year will you turn 55? Question applies to
Commission on Aging
Are you age 55 or older?

Yes

No
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Commission on Aging
Are you a paid representative of an elder service?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Commission on Disabilities
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Commission on Disabilities.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body?

Yes

No
If “Yes”, please state position:

Robert M. Righter

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Submit Date: Feb 26, 2021
First Name
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The City of Riverside, CA Boards & Commissions
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Ward 4

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
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15 years
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?

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Kerry
M
Hanson
Riverside
CA
University of California, Riverside
Research Chemist
Kerry M Hanson

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Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude? Yes No
Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

While planning our family’s move to Riverside fifteen years ago, I remarked to my husband in our tiny Illinois kitchen how I felt already connected to the city as I interacted with community groups found on the city’s website. I have not been proved wrong that Riverside would become our hometown. Since moving to Mission Grove in Ward 4, I have become involved in Riverside through PTA, National Charity League, and as a chemist and head of outreach for the Department of Chemistry at UCR. Through NCL, I have had the pleasure of engaging in many city activities, and recently heard the call of Mayor Lock Dawson who encouraged her fellow NCL members to become involved on Boards and Commissions. I am interested in using my scientific, analytical background to serve the city by helping RPU grow and adapt with Riverside and a rapidly changing California. RPU is a resource that gives Riverside a competitive advantage for job growth, and our Green Riverside initiative showcases our leadership in sustainability.

My goal as a Board member would be to process disparate data sources (community needs, economic impact, environmental regulations, state mandates) and help communicate that data effectively to the city and our residents so RPU remains a leading asset for our community.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I have strong analytical and problem-solving skills developed over my 30-year career in academia and as a consultant for international personal care corporations. I enjoy working with a team to solve complex problems, while simultaneously distilling information so it can be communicated to a wider audience. My interest in resource management has lasted since I began my career as a chemist for the Louisiana- Pacific pulp mill in Humboldt County in the 1990s, which continues today as an avid reader of California resource news.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

PhD, Chemistry, University of California, San Diego, 1998.

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OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Here, I will refrain from repeating expertise that can be found on my attached C.V.

Instead, I would like to
illustrate my commitment to problem solving and community engagement.

As a parent, I saw a lack of
understanding of the scientific method and poor participation in the RUSD science and engineering fair at Taft Elementary, our neighborhood school.

I built a relationship between UCR Chemistry and Taft's 1st, 3rd, and 4th grades that provides a multi-year effort, circling back to reinforce themes of the scientific method, states of matter and electricity and magnetism.

By bringing in a great group of motivated
undergraduate and graduate students, all with unique backgrounds, including some formerly undocumented students, the Taft students get an opportunity to learn from young scientists and dare to dream big.

We culminate the program with a trip to UCR for all of 4th grade, including "Lunch at Lothian," which is a true highlight.

I cannot tell you the number of times I have heard "I'm going to college" after the kids see the dessert station.

I use this as an example to showcase my interest and ability in problem solving and giving back to my community by enlisting the resources at hand.

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

American Chemical Society, Society of Cosmetic Chemists

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

National Charity League, Inc. Riverside Chapter: Patroness 2016-to date, Board Secretary 2017-2019, Grade Level Adviser Elect 2021-2022.

Head of Outreach, Department of Chemistry, University of California, Riverside, 2010-to date.

SunWise Program, Taft Elementary, 2015-2018.

AAD grant awarded
2019.

PTA, RUSD

COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Kerry M Hanson

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1 Kerry M. Hanson
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Education
Employment
5 Year Career
Highlights
Teaching
University of California, Santa Cruz
B.S., Chemistry, 1992
Undergraduate Research Advisors: Prof. David Kligar & Prof. Phil Crews University of California, San Diego
Ph.D., Chemistry, 1998
Thesis Advisor: Prof. John D. Simon
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Postdoctoral Fellow, 1998-2001
Postdoctoral Advisor: Prof. Robert M. Clegg
Professional Research Chemist, University of California, Riverside February 2007-to date Visiting BYA Researcher, University of California, Riverside January 2005-January 2007 Visiting Research Assistant Professor, Laboratory for Fluorescence Dynamics, Department of Physics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sept. 2001-Dec. 2004 Kerry M. Hanson, Personal Care/Sunscreen Consulting, 2001-to date 2020: Discovered avobenzone photostability is drastically improved under micelle encapsulation. Relevance: Improved sunscreen UVA-blocking efficacy. 2019: Filmed expert for PBS NOVA’s “Beyond the Elements: Life” with David Pogue. Air-date:

February 17, 2021
2017: Patent issued for “Methods for up-conversion using hybrid molecule-nanocrystal materials.”
2015: Discovered octyl methoxycinnamate degrades under aggregated conditions. Relevance:

Improved sunscreen UVB-blocking efficacy.

Science of Skin & Hair
Chemistry 1B

2 Student
Mentorship
Publications
2007-2020: 8 Undergraduate Research Students, Bardeen Lab • Including 4 RISE students
• 2 publications (#1, # 3)
• Duties included directing their research projects, weekly meetings, lab training 2007-2020: 19 Graduate Students & 4 post-docs, Bardeen Lab • 5 publications (#1-#5)
• Duties included lab instrument & data analysis training & collaboration, lit search training, exam & presentation prep, career guidance

1. Hanson, K. M.; Cutuli, M.; Rivas, T.; Antuna, M.; Saoub, J.; Tierce, N. T.; Bardeen, C. J.

Effects if solvent and micellar encapsulation on the photostability of avobenzone.

Photochemical and Photobiological Sciences, 19, 390-398 (2020).

2. Dong, X.; Tong, F.; Hanson, K. M.; Al-Kaysi, R. O.; Kitagawa, D.; Kobatake, S.; Bardeen, C. J.

Hybrid organic-inorganic photon-powered actuators based on aligned diarylethene nanocrystals. Chemistry of Materials, 31, 1016-1022 (2019).

3. Hanson, K.M.; Narayanan, S.; Nichols, V. M.; Bardeen, C. J. Photochemical degradation of the UV filter octyl methoxycinnamate in solution and in aggregates. Photochem.

Photobiol. Sci., 14, 1607-1616 (2015).

4. Huang, Z; Li, X; Mahboub, M; Hanson, K. M.; Nichols, V. M.; Le, H.; Tang, M. L.; Bardeen, C.

J. Hybrid molecule-nanocrystal photon upconversion across the visible and near-IR. Nano Lett., 15, 5552-5557 (2015).

5. Liu, H.; Nichols, V. M.; Jahnasouz, S., Chen; Y., Hanson, K. M.; Bardeen, C. J.; Li, X.

Synthesis and photophysical properties of a “face-to-face” stacked tetracene dimer. Phys.

Chem. Chem. Phys. 17, 6523-6531 (2015).

6. Hanson, K. M.; Beasley, D. G.; Meyer, T. A.; Bardeen, C. J. Antioxidants in sunscreens for improved ROS photoprotection. Cosm. Toil., 126, 712-716 (2011). Cover Article

7. Bonda, C.; Pavlovic, A.; Hanson, K. M.; Bardeen, C. J. Singlet quenching proves faster is better for photostability. Cosm. Toil., 125, 40-48 (2010) Best paper award, Society of Cosmetic Chemists, 2010.

8. Hanson, K.M.; Bardeen C.J. Application of nonlinear optical microscopy for imaging skin. Photochem. Photobiol. 85, 33-44 (2009). Cover article.

9. Hanson, K.M.; Davis, S.K.; Bardeen, C.J. Two-photon standing-wave fluorescence correlation spectroscopy. Opt. Lett. 32, 1-4 (2007).

10. Hanson, K. M.; Gratton, E.; Bardeen, C. J. Sunscreen enhancement of UV-induced ROS in the skin. Free Radical Biology Medicine, 41, 1205-1212 (2006).

11. Lee, Erica H.; Faulhaber, D.; Hanson, K. M. et al. Dietary lutein reduces UVR-induced inflammation and immunosuppression. Journal of Inv. Dermatol., 122, 510-517 (2004).

12. Hanson, K. M.; Clegg, R. M. Bioconvertble vitamin antioxidants improve sunscreen photoprotection against UV-induced ROS. J. Cosm. Sci., 54, 589-598 (2003).

13. Behne, M. J.; Barry, N. J.; Hanson, K. M. et al. Neonatal development of the stratum corneum pH gradient: localization and mechanisms leading to emergence of optimal barrier function. J. Invest. Dermatol., 120, 998-1006 (2003).

14. Behne, M.; Meyer, J.; Hanson, K. M. et al. The sodium/hydrogen antiporter, NHE1, regulates stratum corneum extracellular acidification and permeability barrier function. J.

Biol. Chem., 277, 47399-47406 (2002).

15. Hanson, K. M.; Behne, M. J.; Barry, N. P. et al. Two-photon fluorescence lifetime imaging of the skin stratum corneum pH gradient. Biophys. J., 83, 1682-1690 (2002). 3 Book Chapters
Popular Press

16. Hanson, K. M.; Simon J. D. Epidermal trans-UA and the UVA-induced photoaging of the skin. Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci., 95, 10576-10578 (1998).

17. Hanson, K. M.; Simon, J. D. The origin of the wavelength-dependent photoreactivity of trans-UA. Photochem. Photobiol., 67, 538-540 (1998).

18. Hanson, K. M.; Simon, J. D. Photochemistry of UA: evidence that UA should be used with caution in cosmetic formulations. J. Soc. Cosm. Chem., 48, 151-157 (1997).

19. Hanson, K. M.; Simon, J. D. The photochemical isomerization kinetics of UA and their effects upon the in vitro and in vivo photoisomerization action spectra. Photochem.

Photobiol., 66, 829 (1997).

20. Hanson, K. M.; Li, B.; Simon, J. D. A spectroscopic study of the epidermal chromophore trans-UA. J. Am. Chem. Soc., 48, 151 (1997).

21. Li, B.; Hanson, K. M.; Simon, J. D. The primary processes of the electronic excited state of t-UA. J. Phys. Chem., 101, 969 (1997).

22. Fu, X.; Schmitz, F. J.; Govindan, M; Abbvas, S. A.; Hanson, K.M. et al. Enzyme inhibitors:
new and known polybrominated phenols and diphenyl ethers from four indo-pacific sponges. J. Nat. Prod., 58, 1384 (1995).

23. Wallace-Williams, S. E.; Moller, S. et al. Excited state s-cis rotamers produces by extreme red edge excition of all-trans-1,4,-diphenylbutadiens. J. Phys. Chem., 97, 9587 (1993).

24. Wallace-Williams, S.E. et al. Solvent and temperature effects on the excited singlet state absorption of diphenylbutadiene. Photochem. Photobiol., 56, 953 (1992).

1. Meyer, T., Beasley, D., Hanson, K. M. Augmenting skin photoprotection beyond sunscreens, in Principles and Practice of Photoprotection (ed. S. Q. Wang & H. W. Lim), Springer International (Switzerland), pp. 439-460 (2016).

2. Hanson, K. M; Bardeen, C. J. Using two-photon fluorescence microscopy to study chemical phenomena in the skin, in Biochemical Applications of Nonlinear Optical Spectroscopy (ed.

V. Yakolev), CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group (Boca Raton), pp. 33-49 (2009).

3. Hanson, K. M.; Clegg, R. M. Two-photon fluorescence imaging and ROS detection with the epidermis. Methods in Molecular Biology (Totowa, NJ, US) (2004), 289 (Epidermal Cells), 413-421.

1. Hanson, K. M. “How do the chemicals in sunscreens protect our skin from damage,” Publisher: The Conversation, May 25, 2017. Total Views: 315,378 on 9/9/20 • Total Views: 315,378 on 9/9/20
• Printed by/Views as of 9/9/20:

Salon/7,1529 ; The Conversation/35,477 ; Scientific American/35,109 ; CNN/33,435; EL PAIS/26,338 ; Washington Post/24,976; Smithsonian Magazine/14,168; PBS (including News Hour, Nova, Point Taken)/10041; 19 additional postings/remainder

2. Hanson, K. M. “Room for Debate: What We Don’t Know.” New York Times, July 5, 2010.

3. Interviewed and/or research featured in
• “You Asked: Is Sunscreen Safe-and Do I Really Need It,” Time, Markham Heid, July 30, 2014.
• “When did sunscreens become so complicated,”Slate, Melinda Wenner Moyer, June 13, 2013.
• “Sunscreens Can Damage Skin, Researchers Find” (August 29, 2006)—reported in 32 popular newspapers and magazines (2006-2007).
4 Radio &
Television
Professional
Service &
Outreach
• “Study Shows Antioxidants Play Vital Role in Protecting Skin” (September 1, 2001) – reported in popular newspapers and magazines (2001-2002).

1. PBS NOVA “Beyond the Elements: Life” with David Pogue. Air date February 17, 2021.

2. Top of Mind with Julie Rose, BYU Radio, May 28, 2019

3. AirTalk with Larry Mantle, KPCC LA, July 19, 2010

1. Transfer Student Initiative, 2017-2019

2. Target of Opportunity Faculty Recruitment, 2018

3. Focus School: Taft Elementary, 2007-Present

4. Chemistry Olympiad Representative, San Gorgonio Section of ACS at UCR, 2015- 2019

5. Science Fear! Night National Chemistry Week, UCR, 2013

6. Community Events @
• Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley, December2019
• Highland Elementary, Riverside, October 2019
• Alcott Elementary, Riverside, May 2016
English & Spanish event
• Castle View Elementary, Riverside, May 2015, 2016
English & Spanish event

7. Science Fair Judging for RUSD regionals, 2007-present

8. Reviewer for
• Environmental Science and Pollution Research
• European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics • Food Toxicology
• Journal of Biophotonics
• Nature Nanotechnology
• The Royal Society Research Grants
Consulting
Community
Thesis

1. Expert witness testimony, Defense, L’Oreal vs Johnson & Johnson & Merck, patent litigation. Outcome: Defense

2. Two-photon fluorescence imaging for sunscreen & antioxidant development, Schering-Plough/Bayer/Merck/Coppertone; P&G; LycoRed.

1. National Charity League, Inc. Riverside Chapter, 2016-present; Secretary, 2017- 2019

2. Mission Grove North Founding Community Member

3. PTA, RUSD
The spectroscopy of the epidermal ultraviolet chromophore urocanic acid.

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Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Brees
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Business Phone
Length of residence in City of Riverside
13 Years
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?

Yes

No
Ronald
T.

Brees

RIVERSIDE
CA
Golden State Water Company
CAD Technician III
Ronald T. Brees

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Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude? Yes No
Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

I have served in a public capacity via my military service and public utilities industry and want to help shape my community. I want to make sure my community's interests are represented and given a voice.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I believe that with my engineering background and 10+ years within the public utility industry I can bring a real honest view of how utilities can be best implemented and planned for.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

I hold a bachelors in Public Administration and a Masters in Project Management & Operations.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

I have worked in the engineering industry for over 20 years and specifically in the public utilities industry for the past 10+ years.

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

None

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

None
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COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body?

Yes

No
If “Yes”, please state position:

Ronald T. Brees

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SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY:

Microsoft Office Suite Microsoft Project
ArcGIS Map AutoCad R14-2020
ArcGIS Pro Autodesk Civil 3D
EDUCATION:

Bachelors in Public Administration from Southern New Hampshire University - Sep-2018 Currently enrolled at Southern New Hampshire University for a Masters degree in Project Management & Operations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CAD Technician III, Golden State Water Company, 7/20-Present ● Management of water improvement projects assigned through Capital Program ● Responsible for the drafting of drawings in conformance with company standards. ● Research and draft as-built drawings.
● Research underground structures and utilities for use in plan preparation.

Engineering Technician, Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District, 1/10-7/20 ● Project Management for Capital Improvement Program projects ● Utilize GIS software for exhibit creation and analysis purposes. ● Reviewing contractor packages for compliance with the District’s standards. ● Responsible for review and maintenance of record drawings ● Responsible for Capital Improvement project construction inspection ● Responsible for coordination with neighboring districts on utility conflicts Cad Technician, Project Partners (For Golden State Water Company), 4/09-1/10 ● Management of water improvement projects assigned through Capital Program ● Responsible for the drafting of drawings in conformance with company standards. ● Research and draft as-built drawings.
● Research underground structures and utilities for use in plan preparation.

Cad Coordinator, Stantec Consulting Ltd, 8/08-3/09
● Responsible for the supervision of a team of CAD Technicians for the purpose of completing project drawings in conformance with company and client standards. ● Assessed technical skills of team and assigned work accordingly ● Convert GIS Shape files to CAD files for production work. ● Managed and helped to build the technical skills of team members when possible.

Cad Technician, Stantec Consulting Ltd, 2/05-8/08
● Responsible for drafting of commercial use sites.
● Evaluated existing land for proposed lots, detention basins, water quality basins, or other land usages. ● Work directly with clients to accomplish the goals that are necessary to meet the project deadlines when needed.
● Corrected and made red-line corrections for City Planners and Engineer. ● Use AutoCAD Map & Land Desktop versions 2005 through 2008 and Civil 3D 2008.Utilized for standards. committee when company decided to first develop standards for Civil 3D.

Cad Technician, SP2 Inc., 12/03-2/05
● Responsible for design and drafting of housing tract for residential housing. ● Proficient in the use of AutoCAD version 2002 and Softdesk on AutoCAD r14. ● Work directly with clients to accomplish the goals that are necessary to meet the project deadlines when needed.

Design Drafter, SPEC Services 9/00 to 2/03
● Responsible for design and drafting of pipeline systems, piping systems, Civil plans, structural plans, and mapping backgrounds.
● Utilized photo mapping, utility drawings, and surveying data to produce base mapping for use in construction drawing plans.
● Utilized Land Development Desktop to create accurate mapping drawings and profile plans. ● Worked with and experienced with petro-chemical engineering practices and standards.

Submit Date: Oct 05, 2022
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Middle Initial
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City
State
Postal Code
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Ward 4

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Planning Commission: Submitted
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Mr
Business Address
Business Phone
Length of residence in City of Riverside
55 years
Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?

Yes

No
Mark
Swartz
Riverside
CA
Retired
Mark Swartz

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Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

I feel it is my civic duty to serve my city government. I have lived in the City of Riverside my whole life and I want to make it an even better place to live, grow, and retire. By being a member of a Board or Commission, I can reach these values and goals!
EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I have been a customer of public utilities most of my life. I believe the City should invest in green energy and develop more efficient water resources.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

I graduate from high school. I have a Bachelor and Master degrees.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

I worked 21 years in local government agency. I have eight years working in the education system. I have 26 years in the security field.

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

CSEA, former member RSA.AARP

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

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COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body?

Yes

No
If “Yes”, please state position:

N/A
Mark Swartz

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Ward 4

Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Airport Commission: Submitted
Budget Engagement Commission: Submitted
Community Police Review Commission: Submitted
Board of Ethics: Submitted
Human Resources Board: Submitted
Planning Commission: Submitted
Board of Public Utilities: Submitted
Ms./Mr.

Mr.

Business Address
Business Phone
Length of residence in City of Riverside
3 years and 9 months
Dustin
J
Blair
Riverside
CA
Tokio Marine HCC
Desktop Support Supervisor
Dustin J Blair

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Are you a registered voter of the City of Riverside?
Yes No
Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude? Yes No
Do you have adequate time to serve?
Yes No
*Eligibility requirements per City Charter Article VIII Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

The city of Riverside is a central hub to local neighboring counties, with vast untap resources. I envision the city's continual growth will require many individuals like myself to mitigate the rough patches of change.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I am an Eagle Scout, veteran of the US Coast Guard, and I have held a supervisory position seventeen years.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Bachelor Science in Mathematics, Southern Connecticut State University Master Business Administration, Pepperdine University
OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Lead a small two-person team charged with providing day-to-day operational support for IT operations (software, hardware, networking, and telephony) across 17 remote offices; includes responsibility for talent identification/recruitment, managing performance expectations, appraising performance, delegating tasks, mentoring, directing career development, and enforcing policies and procedures. • Spearheaded two nationwide telephony upgrade projects. • Partner with senior business managers to understand technical challenges, mitigate risk, and identify opportunities to improve technical infrastructure. • Establish and strengthen vendor partnerships through contract negotiation, purchasing, and invoicing of new hardware and software services; reduced monthly printing and copying costs by $5K through evaluation and negotiation of a new copier vendor lease and MSA for networked printing devices; reduced annual telecom costs by $300K
PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

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CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

Treasurer for HOA

COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?

Yes

No
Dustin J Blair

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If “Yes”, please state position:

DUSTIN BLAIR

S U M M A RY O F Q U A L I F I C AT I O N S
Engaging, resourceful, and efficiency-minded Information Technology Professional with a proven history of leveraging strengths in technology, leadership, and relationship management to understand and proactively address technology needs across headquarter and remote office locations. Respected ability to build, motivate, develop, and manage high-performing technical teams. Refined communicator with a passion for forging strong partnerships with senior leadership, business owners, vendors, and external clients. Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Digital Innovation and Information Systems from Pepperdine University.

Leadership
 Staff Development
 Executive Communication
 Relationship Management
Management
 Project Management / Coordination
 Vendor Negotiation / Oversight
 Remote / Satellite Operations
Technology
 Optimization
 Evaluation / Innovation
 Helpdesk Management

E X P E R I E N C E
Tokio Marine HCC - Surety Group, Los Angeles, CA 2011—PRESENT Desktop Support Supervisor
Lead a small two-person team charged with providing day-to-day operational support for IT operations (software, hardware, networking, and telephony) across 17 remote offices; includes responsibility for talent identification/recruitment, managing performance expectations, appraising performance, delegating tasks, mentoring, directing career development, and enforcing policies and procedures.  Spearheaded two nationwide telephony upgrade projects.  Partner with senior business managers to understand technical challenges, mitigate risk, and identify opportunities to improve technical infrastructure.
 Establish and strengthen vendor partnerships through contract negotiation, purchasing, and invoicing of new hardware and software services; reduced monthly printing and copying costs by $5K through evaluation and negotiation of a new copier vendor lease and MSA for networked printing devices; reduced annual telecom costs by $300K.
 Manage IMAC (installation/move/add/change) activity in coordinating branch office moves; includes responsibility for project management in partnership with external vendors and temporary resources.  Oversee IT helpdesk for application software and IT infrastructure support for software and hardware installations, maintenance, upgrades, troubleshooting, telephony management and support, and user account administration.
 Provide ad-hoc project management on upgrade, refresh, and optimization projects; includes successful coordination of the local Windows 7/10 Refresh Projects in partnership with project managers in Houston and UK.
 Maintain security of all data and implement disaster recovery and back-up procedures for all computer systems and test to ensure reliability in case of a system failure or disaster  Coordinate and manage the deployment of several new Windows 2008 production servers (virtual and physical) as well as upgrades (for example Windows 2003 servers to Windows 2008 R2).

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MANATT, PHELPS & PHILLIPS, LLP , Los Angeles, CA 2006—2011 Supervisor of Desktop Services Southern California (2007-2011) Desktop Contractor (2006)
Supervised a staff of 7 desktop support technicians charged with providing system support for a two-office Microsoft system with 700+ users; included responsibility for overseeing support operations, personnel management, scheduling, trouble ticket delegation, as well as ad- project management.

Established strong professional relationships with regionally-distributed attorneys and staff distributed across multiple groups (accounting, marketing, practice support and IT) sufficient to understand needs and provide 24x7 solutions spanning software and hardware installations, maintenance, upgrades, troubleshooting, and user account administration.
 Managed remote team; included responsibility for hiring/training, performance reviews, scheduling, professional development/training, as well as facilitation of weekly support meetings via video conference.  Spearheaded quality improvement and cost-reduction projects including a reduction in overtime expenditures by $80,000 as well as shifting after-hour support from national staff to local team.  Collaborated with business users and administration in designing Manatt’s inventory process and customer care center.

A D D I T I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
IBM GLOBAL SERVICES, Los Angeles, CA Desktop Support 2002—2006 ONMONEY .COM, Purchase, NY Release Manager / QA Test Engineer II 2000—2002 IWON.COM, Irvington, NY Site Monitor 2000
EASTMAN KODAK, New Haven, CT QA Software Engineering Co-Op 1999—2000

E D U C AT I O N & P R O F E S S I O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY - GRAZIADIO SCHOOL, Los Angeles, CA MBA - Digital Innovation and Information Systems (DIIS), 2016 SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY , New Haven, CT
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, 2000

AMERICAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIA TION (CEU)
Making the Transition from Staff Member to Supervisor
Management Skills for New Supervisors
Leadership Skills for Supervisors

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
MCP , MCDST, MCSA (trained), HDI CSR, ITIL v3 Foundations, ITIL Service Operation (pending)

M E R I T S
1999 Cross Country All-American
Eagle Scout
Submit Date: May 24, 2018
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Ward 5

Ms.

Business Address
Sandy
R.

Tarmo
Riverside
CA
Sandy R. Tarmo

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Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

Interests & Experiences
WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

Sandy R. Tarmo Page 2 of 6

COMMISSION ON AGING
AIRPORT COMMISSION *

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION
CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD *

COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

BOARD OF ETHICS

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES *

Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office if they have any questions.

Please fill out supplemental
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.

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Thank you for your interest in serving on the Cultural Heritage Board.

The issues and challenges facing the Cultural Heritage Board increasingly require specialized expertise; therefore, the following special criteria guide appointments to the Board.

Please fill out supplemental
form
.

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission

Question applies to
Community Police Review Commission
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?

Yes

No
Sandy R. Tarmo

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Community Police Review Commission
Do you have basic computer skills?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

Question applies to
Human Relations Commission
Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission:

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elder service.

Question applies to
Commission on Aging
If you answered no to the above question, what year will you turn 55? Question applies to
Commission on Aging
Are you age 55 or older?

Yes

No
Question applies to
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Are you a paid representative of an elder service?

Yes

No
Question applies to
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Thank you for your interest in serving on the Commission on Disabilities.

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.

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Yes

No
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*ARE YOU A REGISTERED VOTER OF *HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED DO YOU HAVE ADEQUATE THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE? OF A CRIME OF MORAL TURPITUDE? TIME TO SERVE? Qi YES □ NO □ YES!l£l NO 17.1 YES [JI NO
*Eligibility requirement per City Charter Section 805.

Applications may be screened on the basis of information submitted with this form.

You are welcome to provide a resume and/or letters of endorsement.

WHY YOU WANT TO SERVE ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION:

I have been a commissioner on the Commission of Aging for 7 years and feel that I have contributed to the quality of life for our senior population. I have enjoyed my tenure as a commissioner and as the chair of the commission.

EXPERIENCE OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE PERTAINING TO AREA(S) OF INTEREST:

I have worked with the Police Department in establishing Neighborhood Watch in the city. I am also the director of the Riverside Mission Belles and the Raincross Master Chorale. Both groups perform within the city. I work well with people and I am open to working on other commissions.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

BA in Music Education and a Lifetime California Teaching Credential k-12. I have taken classes in ECE education at UCR and classes in management at UCR. I also studied at U. of Colorado.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Substitute teacher
PROFESSIONAL OR TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:

Raincross Chorale
CIVIC OR COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, MEMBERSHIPS, OR PREVIOUS PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTMENTS:

Commission on Aging
- COMMISSION ON AGING - HUMAN RESOURCES BOARD
- AIRPORT COMMISSION* - BOARD Of LIBRARY TRUSTEES*
- BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION - METROPOLITAN MUSEUM BOARD - COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION - PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION* - CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD* - PLANNING COMMISSION*
- COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES - BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES* - BOARD OF ETHICS - TRANSPORTATION BOARD*
- HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
* A Statement of Economic Interests is required. Any information listed on this application is a matter of public record and will be disclosed upon request.

There is also a special category of conflicts of interest which strictly forbids members and/or their employers from having financial interests in city contracts. Careful consideration should be given to this issue and applicants are encouraged to contact the City Clerk's Office if they have any questions.

BUDGET ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION:

If applying for the Budget Engagement Commission, please complete and return a supplemental application.

The budget Engagement Commission consists of nine resident members and nine business members advising the Mayor and City Council on spending and policy priorities based on information received through quarterly financial and performance reports including revenues from transaction and use tax, work with City staff to maximize public engagement on municipal budgetary issues, and provide input on performance measures and reporting programs.

COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW COMMISSION:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? n Yes □ No CPRC applicants must undergo a limited background check by the Police Department prior to serving on the Commission due to the sensitivity and confidentiality of the materials you will review that have certain legal restrictions. The background check consists of completion of a Background Personal Information form, live scan fingerprint process through the FBI and Department of Justice, a local police records check, a records check of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), and a DMV records check that includes vehicles registered to the applicant. The DMV records check relates to City liability issues since Commissioners occasionally drive their personal vehicles to public outreach events. The background check takes approximately two weeks to complete.

CULTURAL HERITAGE BOARD/ COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES:

If applying for membership on the Cultural Heritage Board or the Commission on Disabilities, please complete and return a supplemental application.

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:

Please state your field of endeavor as it applies to the Human Relations Commission: education, health and welfare, COMMISSION ON AGING:

Members must be at least 55 years old and not be a paid representative of an elder service.

Are you age 55 or older? ra Yes o No
Are you a paid representative of an elder service? e:!Yes ffl No

NOTICE REGARDING INCOMPATIBLE OFFICES
Under existing California law, no member of City boards or commissions may simultaneously hold two public offices that are incompatible. (California Government Code Section 1099) Offices are incompatible if one of the offices has supervisory, auditory or remov al power over the other, if there would be any significant clash of duties or loyalties between the offices, or if public policy considerations make it improper for one person to hold both offices.

Do you currently hold a position as an appointed or elected member of a governmental board, commission, committee, or other body? □ Yes □ No
If "Yes", please state position: commissioner Ward 5 Commission on Aging Members of boards and commissions are covered by Workers' Compensation insurance while serving and must complete a fingerprinting prior to commencement of service.

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Mayor's Nominating and Screening CommitteeJanuary 10, 2023

Mayor's Nominating and Screening Committee
January 10, 2023