Applications — San Jose City Council, June 20, 2023

Submit Date: Apr 05, 2023
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CITY OF SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
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Please note, applications are continuously accepted to the City of San Jose Boards and Commissions. The Board or Commission you select may or may not indicate there is a vacancy.

Your application will remain on file for one year from the date of submission. During the year, your application may be considered for unanticipated vacancies.

Additionally, applicants to the following commissions will be required to fill out a Form 700
(California State required Statement of Economic Interest) within 30 days of appointment.

Airport Commission
Appeals Hearing Board
Arena Authority
Arts Commission
Civil Service Commission
Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee (DCAC)
Downtown Parking Board
Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices (formerly Ethics Commission) Federated and Police & Fire Retirement Boards
Historic Landmarks Commission
Housing & Community Development Commission
Work2future (SVWIB) Board
Planning Commission*
Are you a resident of San Jose?

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District 9

Length of Residency

6 or more years

Robert
Hencken
San Jose
CA
95118
Robert Hencken
Employer Job Title
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Airport Commission: For Review
Question applies to multiple boards
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
Retired / City of San Jose
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
NA
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

City of San Jose
Hencken Development
Consutlants, LLC President/Owner
Robert Hencken

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering from University of Santa Clara 1977-1981 List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.

City of San Jose Public Works, Civil Engineer I/II and Associate Civil Engineer 1981 - 1989. Presentation High School Board of Trustees 2012 - 2020 Christmas in the Park Board of Directors 2016 - 2022 Languages Spoken
English
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
Special Recognition by San Mateo County Board or Supervisors (April 13, 2010) for efforts in providing temporary housing and services for out of area Victims and Victims Families during extended Court proceedings in San Mateo County.

Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

I desire to continue as District 6 representative on the Airport Commission for a second term. I believe we participated in and accomplished a number of beneficial things for the Airport and City in general. I hope to continue to add value to the Commission through this position.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
Do you own property in the City of San José?
Yes No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Robert Hencken

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

No
State and local law require that you abstain from participation in decisions that may affect your financial interests, including sources of income, interest in real property, personal finances or investments.

In addition, if appointed, you may be required to fill out a disclosure statement which identifies certain financial interest beginning with the immediate twelve-month period prior to your appointment.

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Please identify any organizations, associations, corporations, or entities by which you are employed or associated that might be affected by decisions of this Board or Commission, and the positions you hold in these entities.

Question applies to multiple boards
If appointed, you will be required to fill out a disclosure statement, which identifies certain of your financial interests beginning with the immediate twelve-month period prior to your appointment and annually on or before April 1 of each year thereafter. Please confirm that you have read Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Form 700 Reference Pamphlet and agree to file required FPPC Form 700 Statements of Economic Interest, as required by current City Council Conflict of Interest resolution.

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Have you ever been required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and failed to do so?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
If yes, please explain in complete detail.

Robert Hencken
Question applies to multiple boards
Please confirm that you have reviewed and agree to comply with the San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 12.08 (Prohibition of Gifts), City of San Jose Ethics Policy (City Policy Manual

1.2.1), and City of San Jose Gift Policy (City Policy Manual 1.2.2).

Yes

No
Reference 1 Name
Councilmember Devora Davis, District 6
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Joseph M. Head
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Robert Hencken
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

I served as the District 9 representative on the City of San Jose Envision 2040 General Plan 4-year review
2014
Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social,
Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment.

In my combined 38 years working within both the Public and Private Sectors, my experience includes Civil Engineering (City of San Jose Public Works), Land Development / Project Entitlements and Construction Management, Position(s) on the aforementioned Non-Profit Boards and holder of a Private Pilot License/Single Engine Land (not current).

With this experience, I have significant transferable knowledge in City/County Land Use, Environmental/CEQA process, Community Outreach/Public Process, Budget/Finance and Aviation Principles and Practices, which will provide a solid skillset for this position as a member of
the Commission.

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? The Commission is a recommending body to the San Jose City Council that engages in the Planning and Implementation of both the Operation(s) and Infrastructure of Mineta International Airport in keeping with the Policies, Goals and Objectives as directed by Council.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

1. Opportunities and Options for sustained growth - 2.

Flexibility/Creativity to address future growth and
community impacts - 3.

Managing Fiscal Priorities
Question applies to
Airport Commission
What are the three most critical challenges facing Mineta San Jose International Airport in the next five
years?
What do you bring to the table in terms of experience, expertise, or perspective to help address these challenges

1. Airport Expansion Needs/Impacts

2. Local/Regional Multi-modal alternatives to SJC

3. Maintaining
funding/schedule for high priority infrastructure such as Fire Station, additional gates etc.

I am confident
that with my Technical background, Project Entitlement/Construction Management experience, together with demonstrated success in years of working with many Local, Regional and State agencies, Community groups and
Stakeholders, I will be able to add value in addressing these challenges and assist in identifying, evaluating and recommending beneficial solutions.

Robert Hencken
Question applies to
Airport Commission
What can the Airport do to balance its obligations as a “good neighbor” and as a world- class international
airport for Silicon Valley?
If there is a conflict in achieving an appropriate
balance, how would you resolve it?
It is our obligation to communicate, educate and facilitate the "Vision" for the future and clearly define both the impacts and the major benefits to the local, regional and international communities.

With an
acknowledgement of issues/impacts and a commitment to listening, understanding and acting to address them, I believe the overall benefits of being/providing a world-class international airport will be apparent and gain community/neighbor enlistment. Despite all good intensions and efforts though, there will always be a level of conflict regarding what is an appropriate balance depending on ones perspective.

In those
cases, we need to redouble efforts to deal with the negatives and accentuate the positives in a tangible way.

Question applies to
Airport Commission
What can the City of San José and the Airport do to engage Silicon Valley business leaders and other
communities to support the Airport’s efforts to increase air service and add routes to SJC? What can you do
personally to help achieve this goal?
I believe the Commission, as well as its individual members, are the perfect ambassadors to provide outreach with
various Silicon Valley/Greater Bay Area stakeholders to gain support and help further our goals.

Continued dialogue showing our excitement for the future and sincere interest in how we can and/or continue to meet the needs of Silicon Valley and surrounding communities is essential in this regard.

Anything else you would like us to know?
I greatly appreciate the opportunity to be considered for a second term in the position of Airport Commissioner for the City of San Jose/SCJ and look forward to continuing to serve the City and my community in this capacity if selected. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Robert Hencken
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

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Robert Hencken
Submit Date: Feb 16, 2023
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Your application will remain on file for one year from the date of submission. During the year, your application may be considered for unanticipated vacancies.

Are you a resident of San Jose?
Yes No
What district do you live in? To verify, please click here:
https://rovservices.sccgov.org/Home/IndexPost?
selected=dt&electionId=133&distance=5&navtab=vc&asm=simple * District 9
Length of Residency
6 or more years
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Clean Energy Community Advisory Commission: For Review
Question applies to Clean Energy Community Advisory Commission I am applying under the following stakeholder categories (Pick top 3): * Energy Advocate
Environmental (Association, Advocacy, Justice)
Todd Davidson
San Jose CA 95125
Todd Davidson

Employer Job Title
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
N/A
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
N/A
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

N/A
Interests & Experiences
Endgame LLC Founder / Principal
Todd Davidson

High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

I am mostly retired and doing light consulting work which has opened up time to serve on one of these committees. My most recent permanent job posting was in clean energy (PATHION Holdings, Inc.) which is a clean energy and clean water solutions platform provider. Before that I sent 20+ years in tech sales and marketing (hardware and software products, at Adobe for 18+ years and HP for 3 years) List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.

None, beyond regular volunteering at Sacred Heart Community Services, starting to volunteer at Jewish Family Services (focused on refugee resettlement) as well as heading Mission work at my church Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

I want to serve my community and city more than I am right now through church and volunteering work, and am eager to both learn about and help drive meaningful action on policy and program initiatives. My main objectives re: housing are to permanently move as many unhoused people off the streets as possible, and within that push public-private-focused agency partnerships to get a roof over as many unhoused people's heads as possible, with the right ongoing support programs to encourage stable lives.

My main objectives re: clean energy is to drive a transition in homes, businesses and public entities (schools, community centers, city and county buildings) to clean generation and storage sources working within the city but also with state, federal, private and even non-profit partners. This includes demand-side (usage, e.g. appliances) solutions.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
I have the time, the interest, the intellect, the collaboration and communication skills, and the "motor" (willingness and passion) to put in lots of good, hard, fact-driven work on behalf of these critical issues.

Do you own property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
Todd Davidson
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Have you ever been required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and failed to do so?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
If yes, please explain in complete detail.

Question applies to multiple boards
Please confirm that you have reviewed and agree to comply with the San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 12.08 (Prohibition of Gifts), City of San Jose Ethics Policy (City Policy Manual

1.2.1), and City of San Jose Gift Policy (City Policy Manual 1.2.2).

Yes

No
Todd Davidson
Reference 1 Name
Andre Luthard
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Ed Matlack
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?
Yes No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time? Yes No
Todd Davidson

Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

Served on the Notre Dame San Jose Strategic Development Committee for 6 years (2015-21), and as a ruling elder at my church (Stone Church of Willow Glen) for 3 years (2019-22). As an executive leader at PATHION, was responsible for planning as well as attending and presenting, at our quarterly company board meetings
Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social,
Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment.

I have professional experience and heavy interest in clean energy and specifically policy actions that could be taken at the city level. And I'm spending more of my volunteer time and free research time focused on housing issues, and would like to become more involved in city policy work in addition to directly serving the unhoused via volunteering
What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? This commission advises and makes recommendations to the City Council about clean energy adoption opportunities in San Jose. It helps identify proven and innovative methods for reducing carbon emissions, increasing energy efficiency and developing new, local energy programs and facilities.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

If this question is focused on the City Council as a whole, I would say that housing and homelessness has to be at the top of the list, as part of creating a livable community for all, not just well-off people like myself and my family. I would add that transitioning to clean energy operations in city facilities while also helping (with the state and federal government) create incentives for private citizens (homeowners and multi- family housing owners) to dramatically reduce their carbon emissions. Public safety is also a high priority, but in concert with making this city livable for people of all income and education levels.

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
If you live in, own, lease or manage property subject to a City rent ordinance (i.e., the Mobilehome Rent Ordinance or Rental Dispute and Mediation Ordinance), please list the address here.

This includes mobilehomes, mobile home parks, and apartments/apartment buildings building during or before 1979.

N/A
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
If your employer or other source of income owns, leases or manages property subject to a City rent ordinance (i.e., the Mobilehome Rent Ordinance or Rental Dispute and Mediation Ordinance), or if you are unsure, please list your employer's name or other source of income and address here.

N/A
Todd Davidson
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
What experience do you have with affordable housing issues? My experience is through advocacy work with HomeFirst, Sacred Heart Community Service, and Jewish Family Services
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Please explain your familiarity with the Community Development Block Grant Program? I know that it's a federal grant program that issues funds to the city, who then works with local agencies (including HomeFirst but many others) who apply for grants that the city then approves and issues, each with a specific program development focus
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I am applying for a Low Income Position on the Commission. See requirement below.

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I qualify for a Low Income Seat on the Housing and Community Development Commission.

Please indicate how you qualify by selecting one of the following: Refer to this link to determine your eligibility:
https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/90049/638003812008400000

N/A

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I meet the requirements for one of the Housing and Community Development Commission Special Eligibility Seats.

Please note, if you indicate you are mobilehome resident or landlord representative, you will need to submit a copy of a letter from that organization indicating their nomination of you as their representative.

n/a

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Do you have experience in any of the following areas?
*

Community Development

Homeless Services

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I am applying for the Lived Experience Seat in Homelessness on the Commission.

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
If you are applying for the Lived Experience Seat, please describe your experience with homelessness. Include when and for how long you experienced homelessness, and any information you'd like to share about how you lost your housing.

N/A
Todd Davidson
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Have you stayed at any shelters or used any homeless services programs?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Did you experience any homelessness in Santa Clara County?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Did you experience homelessness in San José?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
How would you use your experience with homelessness to inform your work on the Commission?
I would do my best through my work at non-profit agencies to bring in the perspectives of those groups serving thousands of clients, in terms of what policy actions could create the most positive impact to our unhoused community.

Question applies to
Clean Energy Community Advisory Commission
Based on the stakeholder categories you selected, please briefly describe your qualifications and applicable experience. Please attach resume at the end of the application.

I've stated most of that already, it's centered on volunteer work with local non-profits for housing, and professional experience as a leader of a clean energy company (also see attached resume) Question applies to
Clean Energy Community Advisory Commission
Given the small number of committee members, having a quorum is essential.

Please
describe your ability to make a commitment to attending and actively contributing to the committee (The committee will meet at least quarterly and in the evenings, but may meet more frequently in the early stages)
Yes I can attend, in person or via Zoom
Anything else you would like us to know?
See attached resume, and I'd love to discuss these opportunities and shed more light on what I can add to these committees. I think it's very exciting and very important work that I'd love to contribute to! Todd Davidson
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Todd Davidson
Submit Date: Apr 14, 2023
First Name
Last Name
Email Address
Street Address
Suite or Apt
City
State
Postal Code
Primary Phone
Alternate Phone

Your application will remain on file for one year from the date of submission. During the year, your application may be considered for unanticipated vacancies.

Additionally, applicants to the following commissions will be required to fill out a Form 700
(California State required Statement of Economic Interest) within 30 days of appointment.

Yes

No
What district do you live in? To verify, please click here:
https://rovservices.sccgov.org/Home/IndexPost?
selected=dt&electionId=133&distance=5&navtab=vc&asm=simple *

District 3

Length of Residency

6 or more years

Tamiko
Rast
San Jose
CA
95112
Tamiko Rast
Employer Job Title
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Downtown Parking Board: For Review
Question applies to Downtown Parking Board
To which position are you applying? *
Representative of a business association within a designated meter district outside of the Downtown Core
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
JP DiNapoli Companies
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
Controller
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

Self
Web/graphic designer, tattoo
artist
Tamiko Rast

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree. - High School: Homeschooled, graduation date in 1995 at age 15. - Santa Clara University, Young Scholar's Program, 1995. - University of California at Berkeley (UC Berkeley Extension), 1994-1996 (no degree program). - San Jose City College, AA degree in Art with President's Honors (4.0 GPA), 1998. - San Jose State University, School of Art & Design, 1998-2000 (did not graduate).

List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.
- Current Japantown Business Association President. Secretary, 2007-2017. - Current Market Manager and Operations, Japantown Farmer's Market. 2019-current. - Current Japantown Community Congress of San Jose Vice President; Board member, 2018-currrent. - City of San Jose Arts Commission D3 representative, 2017-2018. - City of San Jose Public Art Committee Vice-Chair, 2018. Board member, 2017-2018. - Japantown Art Association, board member and cofounder, 2016-current. - New Generation Nikkei Fund, member, 2014-2020. - California Japanese American Community Leadership Council (CJACLC), member, 2017-current.

Languages Spoken
English
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
- Certificate of Recognition, District 3 Star for the month of September, 2018. - Certificate of Recognition, District 3 for public service, August 2018. - 4th place, Journalism Association of Community Colleges (1998 Northern Conference). - 3 Honorable Mention Awards, Journalism Association of Community Colleges (1997 Northern Conference).

Tamiko Rast

Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

I was nominated by the Board of the Japantown Business Association to represent our community and hope to serve a second term with the DPB.

We are a small but active contributor to the Downtown
Parking Fund.

Japantown is one of San Jose's most historic districts and one of the U.S.'s last three remaining Japantowns; parking and infrastructure is critically important to our neighborhood's sustainability as a retail, arts, and historic district.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
I am either a sole proprietor, partner or manager at four businesses in the Japantown, a district affected by DPB policies.

I reside in Japantown and witness, on a daily basis and in great intimate detail, how parking and transportation policies affect the businesses, nonprofits, and residents of our neighborhood.

My family owns and operates Roy's Station, a coffee shop in the heart of Japantown, and are deeply rooted in the Japantown community. Our efforts include crime awareness and personal safety for the neighborhood, and the overall efforts to grow the neighborhood have been a continual effort for over 14 years. I also run the Japantown Farmer's Market voluntarily on behalf of the JBA, because of the positive impact a community-based farmer's market has on Japantown.

My family is personally responsible for
almost 100% of the maintenance and upkeep of the center of Japantown.

My father sweeps our business
district's two blocks every day, 7 days a week.

We maintain the cleanliness of the street's historical
monuments and benches, and sidewalks.

We also handle graffiti abatement on a daily basis.

We fully
understand how every facet of Japantown -- from cleanliness, to friendliness, to community involvement, to traffic, to pedestrian safety -- affects how people feel when they come into this neighborhood.

My
company, Rasteroids Design, was founded in 2000 and is comprised of only my brother and myself. My design clients include Salt Security, Planview, Sacred Heart Community Service, Bay Area Community Health, San Jose Taiko, Empire Seven Studios, the Japanese American Museum of San Jose, and many local nonprofits and artists. My brother and I also personally developed (at our own expense), a neighborhood community website to benefit all businesses and organizations within the Japantown neighborhood (http://www.jtown.org).

When the City of San Jose, Department of Transportation and DPB were analyzing whether to double Japantown's parking meter rates in 2018 with the SmartMeter implementation, I created a SurveyMonkey survey to assess how business owners, residents and visitors of Japantown felt about it; in about a month's time, we collected more than 500 answers from respondents.

This information provided background for the DPB's recommendation and decisions made by the City Council.

I feel it is crucial to assess strategies with analytics, ROI and a true representation of a community's needs/wants.

Do you own property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Tamiko Rast
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Have you ever been required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and failed to do so?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
If yes, please explain in complete detail.

1.2.1), and City of San Jose Gift Policy (City Policy Manual 1.2.2).

Yes

No
Tamiko Rast
Reference 1 Name
Carolyn Kogura, Japantown business owner
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Heidi Shigematsu, Japantown business owner
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Tamiko Rast
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

I was elected to serve on the Downtown Parking Board for the last term.

I am the current President of the
Japantown Business Association, having been a member for almost a decade.

I was also appointed the
Art Commissioner for San Jose's District 3.

I've served on a few boards and have varying levels of
measurable success with them; some are short- term engagements with quick results, others are long- term efforts with an inability to make large moves due to impacted board members. The key is patience, diplomacy, flexibility, and keeping an eye on the big picture goals.

Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social,
Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment.

Addressed this above.

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? To review and offer recommendations for the parking policies within the Downtown San Jose core and Greater Downtown.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

1. Combat the notion that frequenting businesses with free parking is superior to paid parking through enhancing the customer/visitor experience in a community or neighborhood; people will pay equal to what they feel the value of their experience is. 2. Effectiveness of parking strategies in small business districts (ESCBA, Japantown). 2. Creative parking strategies to combat the reduction in parking spaces per increased downtown development.

Tamiko Rast
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Anything else you would like us to know?
I appreciate your consideration for a renewed term, thank you.

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Tamiko Rast
Submit Date: Mar 16, 2023
First Name
Last Name
Email Address
Street Address
Suite or Apt
City
State
Postal Code
Primary Phone
Alternate Phone

Your application will remain on file for one year from the date of submission. During the year, your application may be considered for unanticipated vacancies.

Additionally, applicants to the following commissions will be required to fill out a Form 700
(California State required Statement of Economic Interest) within 30 days of appointment.

Yes

No
What district do you live in? To verify, please click here:
https://rovservices.sccgov.org/Home/IndexPost?
selected=dt&electionId=133&distance=5&navtab=vc&asm=simple *

District 3

Length of Residency

6 or more years

Amy
Brown
San Jose
CA
95112
Amy Brown
Employer Job Title
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Historic Landmarks Commission: For Review
Question applies to multiple boards
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
Intel
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
Engineer
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

Self Employed Owner
Amy Brown

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville, English B.A. 2001-2005, 2007-2011 (non-degree seeking) West Valley Colllege 2014, 2021-present (non-degree seeking courses in Biology and Art) List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.

Interlibrary Loan Clerk, Springdale Public Library, Springdale, AR (2005-2007), city employee Health Trust volunteer, 2017-present (Meals on Wheels) San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, Programming Advisory Board, 2015
Languages Spoken
English, basic Spanish
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
Certified California Naturalist, 2021 "Best Stuffed Toys Shaped Like Fruits and Vegetables", Best of Silicon Valley, Metro Weekly, 2014
Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

As part of the art community as an artist, collaborator and supporter, I'd like to see decisions made that help us retain our artists and give opportunities to help San Jose remain an affordable place to make art.

We need to work towards a future where art-making doesn't have to be purely commercial. Creators at all levels are needed, from art shows in garages to multi-story murals.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
I've lived in San Jose for 11 years. Before I moved out west, I participated as a volunteer with a non-profit arts organization in Arkansas called Art Amiss and hosted music shows at my home.

Do you own property in the City of San José?
Yes No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Amy Brown

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Have you ever been required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and failed to do so?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
If yes, please explain in complete detail.

Amy Brown
Question applies to multiple boards
Please confirm that you have reviewed and agree to comply with the San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 12.08 (Prohibition of Gifts), City of San Jose Ethics Policy (City Policy Manual

1.2.1), and City of San Jose Gift Policy (City Policy Manual 1.2.2).

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Julie Oborny
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[email protected]
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Flora Moreno
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Supplemental Questions
Amy Brown

If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

I was the Literature and Merchandise Director for the nonprofit Art Amiss 2007-2009. I helped design the annual literary chapbook, gather entries, select them for the book by committee. I started the Merchandise position to help artists sell their work. I served briefly on the Programming Advisory Board at the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles. I ran the social media accounts and website for my art studio (40+ artists) for 2 years.

I've lived in San Jose for 11 years and would like to be a part of helping my city. I volunteer, but I don't feel like that's enough. I'd like to learn more about how the machine is built.

I'm answering these questions for
three different commissions, so I'm not sure where to start! I'm an artist, but I'm also a designer and
business owner. I understand the side of art that isn't concerned with money, but the constraints that make that unrealistic. I've seen artist friends priced out of San Jose. I've been a part of art scenes in smaller, more affordable places and can vouch for how income inequality harms the artistic quality of our city.

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? This is where San Jose makes the decisions that affect how the rest of the world views our city in terms of the arts.

A balance must be struck in order to beautify the city and support a larger idea of art, some of which isn't marketable. I understand that the nexus of the three commissions I am applying for (not to get all of them, but they are all subjects I find important) is decision-making that positively affects the community-- all of us.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

Arts commission:

We need to make sure art in San Jose does not become synonymous with boarded up buildings. "Activation" of public spaces cannot be a euphemism for clearing out our homeless neighbors.

Artists must have access to the bottom rung of the career ladder: noncommercial opportunities, spaces to work, third spaces to meet with other creatives.

Historic Landmark Commission: Refrain from using
historicity as a barrier to development of housing Lift up history of the peoples who lived here prior to the Gold Rush Keep historical sites activated in ways that educate the community.

Library and Education
Commission:

Be ready for and protect against attacks on our library staff and programming, as is happening in other parts of the country Keep spaces open and well-staffed Pay staff well and attract the best talent
Amy Brown
Question applies to
Arts Commission
Describe recent San José arts activities you have participated in during the last twelve months (up to five activities) and what drew you to attend? Live painting at History Park during Viiva Calle, September 2022 - riding bikes and meeting artists? Oh yeah! Viva Calle is a favorite event of mine. Deconstructing to Rebuild exhibit, MACLA, September 2022 - Caught this show while walking around downtown, no specific event. Japantown Artwalk, September 2022- I live near here and wanted to see the opening of the new Know Future Gallery. Artwalks are great social events, too. Conrad Egyir at San Jose ICA, Feb 2022 - I love ICA- always great work. The immensity of the artwork drew me in, and I knew the detail had to be seen in person. Soo Sunny Park at San Jose ICA, March 2022 - Interactive exhibit was hard to understand in reading, so I had to go and see what it was about. Also go to attend the artist talk.

Question applies to
Arts Commission
Describe the ways in which you believe the arts bring value to the general community.

It's hard to not see the affect of art in almost everything we are surrounded by- architecture, fashion, music, design. These are distillations of the work started at kitchen tables and basement art studios. Art is the way out of what we have to do and a reminder of why we keep on living. It's hope.

Question applies to
Arts Commission
Should the City of San José have an active role in arts and cultural development? If so, in what ways and why?
Yes-- making decisions and allocating funds show that art is an important part of the city infrastructure. It also stresses the importance of art in everyone's lives, not just building owners and season ticket holders.

Question applies to
Arts Commission
How can you contribute to advising City Council on policy and programs related to cultural development in San José?
I would like to see decisions that factor in the majority of people in San Jose that do not own property. Art should not just be for raising property values. I would be dedicated to implementing ideas that help emerging artists and the spaces that should exist at the "bottom" of the ladder. There must be a jumping off point for creating art that is accessible to the greater community. Before we can cast metal public art, there must be places to host sketch meetups and skill-trade. We have all the talent we need in San Jose without having to cast out into the greater world for artists. We need to support the people that are already here.

Question applies to
Historic Landmarks Commission
What is the purpose of historic preservation in San José and what is the role of the Historic Landmarks Commission in achieving that purpose?
Historic preservation must not serve as a tool to prevent development that helps the community-- in such a large and fast-growing city, the commission should be discerning in what is added to the roster, and know when a physical landmark
could be more helpful as an exhibit in a museum. Historicity should not be used to create undue burden for owners or make development difficult as to be impossible.

Amy Brown
Question applies to
Historic Landmarks Commission
Please explain your prior experience with historic preservation, with San José’s public planning processes, and in working with City or other public agency staff.

I have not served on a planning committee yet, but I try to stay active in what happens in my own neighborhood. I'm a huge fan of historical plaques and am always curious about who the people are that places are named for. San Jose is a diverse city and could stand to see a few more statues and parks named after people who have enriched the city, outside of bankers and major landowners.

Question applies to
Library and Education Commission
Do you have a background in early care and education issues?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Library and Education Commission
What involvement have you had in library and/or early education issues? I worked in a public library as a circulation clerk and interlibrary loans director for 2 years, and as a manager of a performing arts library and media room for 4 years. I've been keeping up with issues facing the library in the state I previously lived in (Arkansas). I can't work within the system there, I would like to make sure I am doing what I can to prevent similar ideological attacks against library staff and programming here. Libraries are an integral organ to a community, and I want to make sure they get what they need to continue providing wonderful and needed services to San Jose's multifarious community.

Since libraries are all about educational equity, I would like to note I am a 6+ year volunteer with the Health Trust, as a driver and meal-packer for Meals on Wheels and Aids Services.

There is a lot of hard
work to keep a community healthy.

Question applies to
Library and Education Commission
Would you be willing to attend local special events/meetings as a representative of the Library and Early Education Commission?
Oh yes! I live downtown and can walk there.

Amy Brown
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Anything else you would like us to know?
I make art but it's not my main gig. I am privileged to have an affordable place to make art (The Alameda Artworks) and would like to see spaces like that available to more people. I am also the owner of Jumbo Jibbles (giant stuffed fruits and vegetables).

In a previous life, I booked traveling bands to play in my living room (house shows), creating an entry level space for emerging musicians in my community.

I am not a
painter or 2D artist, so I do not have a conflict of interest in public art. I volunteer every Monday and Friday at the Jerry Larson Food Basket.

I've lived in San Jose for 11 years and do not plan to go elsewhere.

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District 6

Length of Residency

6 or more years

Lawrence
Camuso
San Jose
CA
95126
Lawrence Camuso
Employer Job Title
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Historic Landmarks Commission: Submitted
Question applies to multiple boards
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
N/A
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
N/A
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

N/A
Self-employed Business Owner
Lawrence Camuso

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

Graduate of San Jose High School 1978 Graduate of The Institute of Design San Francisco 1980 West Valley College AS degree in Interior Design 1983
List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.

N/A
Languages Spoken
English
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
No civic awards however I have received numerous awards from my 40+ year involvement in the antique & classic car hobby.

Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

As an avid restorer of homes, commercial buildings and antique & classic cars, I have a special interest in historic preservation & restoration. It is most important to protect the historic inventory of San Jose as too many historic structures have been lost to neglect or insensitive redevelopment. I am most interested in being a commission member to be involved in the approval process of historic landmark applications and to perpetuate an ongoing and very important interest in local preservation.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
I currently own and have rehabilitated seven buildings of historic interest within the city limits. I also own a classic car collection consisting of approximately 100 cars. I maintain all of these structures and my entire car collection myself which has enabled me, over many years, to fully appreciate the true importance of historic preservation.

Do you own property in the City of San José?
Yes No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Lawrence Camuso

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Have you ever been required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and failed to do so?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
If yes, please explain in complete detail.

N/A
Lawrence Camuso
Question applies to multiple boards
Please confirm that you have reviewed and agree to comply with the San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 12.08 (Prohibition of Gifts), City of San Jose Ethics Policy (City Policy Manual

1.2.1), and City of San Jose Gift Policy (City Policy Manual 1.2.2).

Yes

No
Reference 1 Name
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Lawrence Camuso
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

N/A
Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social,
Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment.

I have owned and operated several successful business ventures since 1978. These ventures have included either ownership, restoration and preservation of special interest & historic architecture within the city limits of San Jose. I have personally supervised the restoration of several residential & commercial properties in San Jose. I have been a member of PACSJ for many years and have hosted numerous fund raising events at my 1926 historic San Jose home. I am one of the founding neighborhood members of Hanchett Park Heritage Project. I have hosted numerous historic home tours including HPHP, St. Leo's & Rose Garden Home Tour. I am also a long time member of The Sainte Claire Club, a historic social club established in 1888 and currently housed in a spectacular Mission style structure built in 1893. I am a member of the historic preservation foundation within the club. I possess a keen sense of style and understanding of historic and special interest architecture and preservation.

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? The purpose of this commission is primarily to review historic landmark applications, use permits relating to historic recognized structures, & advise within the planning and permit procedures to maintain and preserve historic inventory within the City of San Jose.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

Due to the increasing value of property within the city limits and especially within the downtown historic districts the following are issues of most concern to me and the city: 1. Preservation of smaller historic structures that exist on valuable real estate. 2. Working closely with area developers who seek to redevelop while repurposing part or all of the historic structure while understanding the developers financial interests 3. Educating the community on the extreme importance of preserving our past.

Question applies to
Historic Landmarks Commission
What is the purpose of historic preservation in San José and what is the role of the Historic Landmarks Commission in achieving that purpose?
Great strides have been accomplished over the decades by the commission landmarking structures of historical importance to avoid demolition by developers and residential property owners therefore protecting the greatly depleted historic inventory. An ongoing effort must be made and perpetuated to protect what we have in existence. This, I believe, is the primary purpose of the commission.

Lawrence Camuso
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Question applies to
Historic Landmarks Commission
Please explain your prior experience with historic preservation, with San José’s public planning processes, and in working with City or other public agency staff.

My first experience with the Historic Landmarks Commission was in 2007 when I applied to landmark my home located at 295 Sequoia Ave. Over many years, I have worked with Building and Planning during the development of several businesses in the City of San Jose. I have restored several single family homes as well as repurposed existing commercial structures of interest.

Anything else you would like us to know?
I can send photos of several structures that I have rehabilitated or repurposed over the years.

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District 6

Length of Residency

6 or more years

Jen
Beehler
San Jose
CA
95110
Jen Beehler
Employer Job Title
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Housing and Community Development Commission: For Review Question applies to multiple boards
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
N/A
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
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If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

Elevate Group Realtor
Jen Beehler

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

BA of Arts - Indiana University 2004, Real Estate Agent in Silicon Valley since 2012.

List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.

Cleveland Pride Marketing Director - 2007-2008 Volunteer Coordinator for the Obama Campaign - Cleveland, OH April 2008-November 2008 Board Member and Vice President of San Jose Pride - 2010- 2013 Board Member of the California Association of Realtors - 2017 - Present Board Member of Santa Clara County Association of Realtors - 2018-Present Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair, Santa Clara County Association of Realtors - 2023
Languages Spoken
English
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
2014 - Rookie of the Year, Keller Williams 2022 - President's Choice Award (Santa Clara County Association of Realtors)
Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

I am passionate about helping underserved members of our community realize homeownership. I believe that the only way to improve the income disparity that exist in our society is through homeownership and generational wealth building. This does not happen if programs do not exist that foster and support this endeavor. I would like to work with housing providers and people of the city to come up with real solutions to the most pressing problems in our society. I am coming from a background of over 10 years real estate experience, with a focus on first time homebuyers and low-income buyers. As the current DEI Chair of my local real estate association, I have been championing, promoting and teaching our agents about downpayment assistance programs and how to help our community utilize them. However, some of these programs are not successful, some of these programs are great and need more funds, some could be great if we tweaked and improved them. I would love to provide that real life experience about how these programs are successful or harmful so we can create stronger policies and programs that will build a better and more sustainable community.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
I am a fair minded and respectful person. I believe that all points of view should be heard and that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. I would be interested in working with all committee members to provide the best advice we can offer the city and county when applicable.

Jen Beehler

Do you own property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

I assist my clients in understanding downpayment assistance programs and connect them with lenders that can facilitate those programs.

If I am helping to create or craft the language of some of these programs, I will have knowledge of them and will tell my clients who may use them to purchase a home.

If
they did do that, I would be paid a commission for my part in that transaction.

I am a Board member of the
Santa Clara County Association of Realtors and the California Association of Realtors.

Real Estate is our
business, so anything revolving around it could affect our members' sources of income.

Yes

No
Jen Beehler
Question applies to multiple boards
Have you ever been required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and failed to do so?
Yes No
Question applies to multiple boards
If yes, please explain in complete detail.

1.2.1), and City of San Jose Gift Policy (City Policy Manual 1.2.2).

Yes No
Reference 1 Name
Pam Foley
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Elizabeth Monley
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Jen Beehler

Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

It has been a great learning curve serving on the SCCAOR & CAR Boards.

It has shown me how to
handle others with differing opinions, how to work together for a common goal.

Mostly it has shown me
how important it is to be informed on what is going on and to be prepared so that you can do your best in your role at every meeting.

In working in real estate, I have volunteered my time at the library to try and educate the community on a path to homeownership. I have attended classes and talks by the Silicon Valley Housing Trust and Project Seminal.

I have created community facing trainings for downpayment assistance and first time homebuyers.

I have volunteered my time with the Santa Clara County Foundation towards events that are aimed at supporting unhoused services and food drives.

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? To advise on policies and programs relating to housing accessibility, housing affordability, homelessness and low income housing
Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

Housing Affordability Low Income Housing Homelessness
Jen Beehler
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
If you live in, own, lease or manage property subject to a City rent ordinance (i.e., the Mobilehome Rent Ordinance or Rental Dispute and Mediation Ordinance), please list the address here.

This includes mobilehomes, mobile home parks, and apartments/apartment buildings building during or before 1979.

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
If your employer or other source of income owns, leases or manages property subject to a City rent ordinance (i.e., the Mobilehome Rent Ordinance or Rental Dispute and Mediation Ordinance), or if you are unsure, please list your employer's name or other source of income and address here.

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
What experience do you have with affordable housing issues? As a real estate agent, I have had to help cultivate create ways for my clients to enter the market.

So
much so, that I personally have not been able to afford to purchase a home do to rising costs and housing needs.

Many people in our society are disenfranchised and feel there is no way they could ever afford to buy a home, but I believe we can create programs that give them the assistance they need.

When you are
able to purchase, you are able to build wealth, maybe even pass that wealth on to your descendants, it's a dream that should be accessible to all Californias, not jus the rich.

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Please explain your familiarity with the Community Development Block Grant Program? It's a program that helps improve, develop and provide opportunities for decent housing and safe living environments for low income people and families.

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I am applying for a Low Income Position on the Commission. See requirement below.

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I qualify for a Low Income Seat on the Housing and Community Development Commission.

Please indicate how you qualify by selecting one of the following: Refer to this link to determine your eligibility:
https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/90049/638003812008400000 None Selected
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I meet the requirements for one of the Housing and Community Development Commission Special Eligibility Seats.

None Selected
Jen Beehler
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Do you have experience in any of the following areas?
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Development

Community Development

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
I am applying for the Lived Experience Seat in Homelessness on the Commission.

Yes

Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Have you stayed at any shelters or used any homeless services programs?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Did you experience any homelessness in Santa Clara County?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
Did you experience homelessness in San José?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Housing and Community Development Commission
How would you use your experience with homelessness to inform your work on the Commission?
Anything else you would like us to know?
Jen Beehler
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Library and Education Commission: Archived
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District 6

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Self
Patricia
Gardner
San Jose
CA
95128
Self
Consultant
Patricia Gardner
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Spouse's Job Title
Business Owner
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

B.A. degree in Political Science from San Jose State University, 1979 M.P.A in Nonprofit Public Administration from California State University East Bay. 1986 American Leadership Fellow Class XX 2009/10
List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates
Interim CEO FIRST 5 Santa Clara County-July 2021-March 2022 CEO Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits Feb 2001-March 2019
Patricia Gardner

Languages Spoken
english
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
2019 American Leadership Forum John Gardner Exemplary Leadership Award 2018 Alumni of the Year from San Jose State University’s College of Social Sciences - Political Science. 2018 Law Foundation of
Silicon Valley- Legal Advocates for Youth 2018, Siempre Award from Grail Family Services 2011 United
Way Silicon Valley named her Community Builder of the Year 2009 selected as Woman of the Year by
Assemblyman Jim Beall, 2006 Woman of Achievement- Silicon Valley Business Journal Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

I want to become a member of the Library and Education Commission because I believe, libraries are at the central core of learning, knowledge, and access to information. Young children have a place to come and be exposed to reading, explore stories, and be swept away with the magic of words. This was true for me for as a young child my mother took me to the library every week. Two books a week to start. Then as we got older, the library was a quiet and thoughtful place for learning, research, and completing homework. That followed me to San Jose State, where the library was a go-to building on campus. When my daughter was born this circle repeated itself. Libraries are central to seeking knowledge, escaping into a magical world of fantasy, delving into gritty crime novels, historical fiction, or learning about your favorite sports figure.

As I move into retirement and find ways to give my time to supporting causes and issues important to me the Library Commission is top of my list. If selected to become a Commissioner I will commit to the following • Being an Advocate and Champion for the San Jose Public Library System programs, services, and events. • Advocate for fair and equitable funding and resources for all the branch libraries throughout the City.
• Supporting the staff in connecting to nonprofits and encouraging more significant partnerships with local nonprofits • Provide thoughtful and meaningful input into the Library and Education strategic plans • Seek ways to support greater outreach to San Jose’s vast neighborhood associations to promote lifelong library access, and encourage attendance and involvement in the array of Library programs • Engage in the library early learning programming and bring my experience and expertise
• Bring energy and thought leadership to ensure the library continues its cutting edge work in narrowing the digital divide, enriching the partnership with SJSU Martin Luther King library, and enhancing library facilities.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
I came to San Jose in 1976 and graduated from SJSU in 1979. Over these last four decades, I have developed a vast network of community relationships, a
robust knowledge of the political, landscape, and
strong community connections. I am well versed in public policy and budget advocacy.

Do you own property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
Patricia Gardner
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?
Yes No
State and local law require that you abstain from participation in decisions that may affect your financial interests, including sources of income, interest in real property, personal finances or investments. In addition, if appointed, you may be required to fill out a disclosure statement which indentifies certain of your financial interest beginning with the immediate twelve-month period prior to your appointment. Please review the scopr of your board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08. Based on your best judgment, does this Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse? Yes No
If yes, please explain. Please identify any organizations, associations, corporations, or entities by which you are employed or associated that might be affected by decisions of this Board or Commission, and the positions you hold in these entities.

I have recently left FIRST 5 however, I have a small consulting contract to provide advice and information as needed by the organization through June 2022.

Reference 1 Name
Angleica Ramos
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Wendi Mahanney Gurahoo
Reference 2 Address
Patricia Gardner

Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?
Yes No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time? Yes No
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

I have served on numerous committees, task forces, and collaborations that focus on improving services in Santa Clara County and in the City of San Jose. In particular, Co-Chaired the School Linked Services Committee -Santa Clara County Dually Involved Youth System Change Collaborative- Santa Clara County
Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social, Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment to the selected commission(s).

For 18 years, as the C.E.O. of the Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits (SVCN), I interacted with many departments in the City of San Jose and gained a strong knowledge of city government and the services provided to residents. In particular strong working relationship with PRNS, Housing, and the Library. I have participated or been the lead convener on social issues that impact the quality of life in San Jose in addressing complex social issues such as ending homelessness, improving children’s health, bridging early childhood development, reducing the poverty divide, and ensuring access to healthcare. In my work with FIRST 5 and the Universal Access Program, I developed a strong knowledge of early childcare, childcare workforce needs, and the value and importance of San Jose Library services including your Family Friend and Neighbor program, Bridge Libraries, and the many literacy programming for families.

My work has allowed me to have deep connections to the Santa Clara County Office of Education and school districts in San Jose. During the pandemic, efforts to bridge the digital divide became ever more critical and supported the library in expanding and engaging in this work.

Patricia Gardner

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? The Commission advocates for high-quality, impactful, and innovative library and education services in the City of San Jose. Commissioners provide input to staff on the vast range of services at the libraries.

The Commission studies, reviews, evaluates, and makes recommendations to the City Council and the San Jose Public Library administration regarding existing or proposed library facilities, education and library programs, operations, services, financing, and leading-edge developments. Commissioners when called upon attend Library events, and meet with City Council members to advocate that equitable library resources be included in the annual budget.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Commission should address.

Ensuring adequate resources are allocated to maintain and expand access to branch libraries Seeking ways to provide library resources both in person and virtually to meet the demand of a changing city.

Encouraging lifelong learning programs for seniors
Question applies to
Library and Education Commission
Do you have a background in early care and education issues?

Yes

No
Question applies to
Library and Education Commission
What involvement have you had in library and/or early education issues?

1. Past CEO of FIRST 5 which is the premier organization that supports the healthy development of children, from prenatal through age 5, and enriches the lives of their families and communities. 2. Long time member of SCCOE Strong Start Initiative 3. Participation in numerous task forces and committees in the area of early learning, workforce development and healthy development of children.

4. A user of
library services
Question applies to
Library and Education Commission
Would you be willing to attend local special events/meetings as a representative of the Library and Early Education Commission?
I am semi-retired and have much flexibility in my schedule to participate and attend events. I would look forward to representing the Libary and Education Commission at community meetings and events.

Patricia Gardner
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Anything else you would like us to know?
I live in District 6, but through my work in San Jose, I have a strong knowledge of the whole city and in particular in East San Jose with nonprofits serving this community as well as with Alum Rock Union School District and Franklin McKinley School District.

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Patricia Gardner
Submit Date: Jan 06, 2023
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Your application will remain on file for one year from the date of submission. During the year, your application may be considered for unanticipated vacancies.

Are you a resident of San Jose?
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Length of Residency
6 or more years
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Measure T Community Oversight Committee: For Review
Question applies to multiple boards
Lee Space
San Jose CA 95124
Palo Alto Networks Director of Tech partnerships
Lee Space

Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
NA
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
NA
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

SJSU BA in English Lit. graduated 1993
Lee Space

List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.

Was on the CAAC but not enough participants to hold meetings. I am on Hudson Valley Blues Board out of New Jersey.

Languages Spoken
English
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

I want to support my city and be more active in helping to set policy, and work to improve San Jose for community at large.

Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
Do you own property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

No
Lee Space
State and local law require that you abstain from participation in decisions that may affect your financial interests, including sources of income, interest in real property, personal finances or investments.

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Have you ever been required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and failed to do so?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
If yes, please explain in complete detail.

1.2.1), and City of San Jose Gift Policy (City Policy Manual 1.2.2).

Yes

No
Reference 1 Name
Toni Taber
Reference 1 Address
Lee Space
Reference 1 Email address
[email protected]
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Abi Bonte
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
Question applies to Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices,Civil Service Commission,Planning Commission Are you a registered voter in the City of San Jose? (Please note, your voter registration will be independently verified)
Yes No
Question applies to Civil Service Commission,Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices,Planning Commission Please provide the name and residential address under which you are registered to vote. If it is the same as listed above, please note see above.
see above
Question applies to Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices Have you participated as a candidate in any election to public office in the year prior to your application to the Commission? Please note, if you have, you are ineligible for appointment.

Yes No
Question applies to Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices If you are applying for the Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices, please indicate any familiarity or experience you may have with campaign laws.

I try to stay current on campaign laws
Lee Space

If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

I have been on the CAAC board which met monthly but it failed to get a enough participants to move forward but we had set agenda, review process, etc. I am currently serving on a blues board for member events.

I have done volunteer work, mentored, and have experience in working for security company, semi conductor company and managing teams globally has allowed me to build my core skills in marketing and technology.

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? the Purpose is to
monitor compliance with all campaign and ethics ordinances in the San José Municipal Code. The board reviews and investigates allegations of violations of the Code and makes recommendations for enforcement action where appropriate. The Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices also makes recommendations to the council with regard to campaign and ethics regulations and policies.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

Insuring elections are fair, improve ways to get information out to the public, and access to voting.

Addressing grievances, and insuring that the code is enforced and setting action where it has been violated.

Question applies to multiple boards
Do you meet the requirements for appointment to this commission?

Yes

No
Lee Space
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
What is a major issue facing San José’s older adults and what do you see as the Commission’s role in this issue?
Housing cost, medical support and quality of life and access to resources.

Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
Please describe a leadership role you have assumed within the last five years.

I have been on the Blues Board , Hudson Valley Blues Society. I am on a leadership for Women in product at my place of employment.

Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
How would you handle differences in opinions or positions on issues being heard at a Senior Commission meeting?
Listen first, hear all sides, and find common ground. Also, there are several issues facing seniors-I think a big one is communication and how you engage with them as their digital footprint is not as grounded as younger people so finding away to reach community with services and support available to them and rating the priority of issues and what can be realistically addressed by this board. Set expectations, communicate and build trust.

Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
What makes you knowledgeable about senior issues in the community? I am moving into that age bracket and helping my mother as well as my studying to be a Fudiciary.

Anything else you would like us to know?
I am just trying to give back to my community. I have lived in the bay area my whole life so I have seen change and growth but with that we need to make sure we truly are addressing needs of the community and building trust and responsible and ethical representatives.

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Submit Date: Apr 03, 2023
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Your application will remain on file for one year from the date of submission. During the year, your application may be considered for unanticipated vacancies.

Additionally, applicants to the following commissions will be required to fill out a Form 700
(California State required Statement of Economic Interest) within 30 days of appointment.

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District 6

Length of Residency

6 or more years

Kelly
Snider
San Jose
CA
95126
Kelly Snider
Employer Job Title
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Parks and Recreation Commission: For Review
Question applies to multiple boards
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
Self Employed
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
iPhone App Developer
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

SJSU Director
Kelly Snider

Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

Master Degree in City Planning and Urban Development (MIT) Bachelor Degree in Geography and Architectural History (SUNY Albany)
List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.

Employee of the SJRDA from 2000-2004 Member, SPUR (2013 - current) Member, SV@Home Board of Directors (2015-2022) Member, Downtown Streets Team Board of Directors (2023-Present) Languages Spoken
English
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

As San Jose intensifies and fills in its relatively low-density neighborhoods, it is more critical than ever that we fund, maintain, and UTILIZE the myriad public parks and recreation facilities the city offers. We now know that an active lifestyle with lots of daily opportunities for exercise, community engagement, socialization, and communing with nature yields a more productive economy, with less pollution, and higher levels of public health (physical AND mental). Parks and Recreation opportunities mean a safer, stronger, and more healthful San Jose for everyone!
Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
Currently serving as Vice-Chair of PRNS Commission; and "on deck" to be Chair in 2024.

Do you own property in the City of San José?
Yes No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Kelly Snider

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?

Yes

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Reference 1 Name
Susan Ellenberg
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Kelly Snider
Reference 2 Name
Alan Fry
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

Serve on the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee (SJ Unified) for 6 years.

Serve on the SV@Home Board
for
4 years. Served on the Childrens Musical Theater Board for 5 years (2000-2006) Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social,
Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment.

I use parks daily! I'm familiar with land use laws and municipal ordinances. I am experienced with public testimony and advocacy to city commissions and council. I am familiar with Brown Act and other regulations regarding public service (appointed and elected).

What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? To provide a citizens point of view to staff as they develop policies and programs in Parks and Rec department. To increase the quality of life for all San Joseans. To provide input and advice to City Council on particular decisions affecting opportunities for parks and recreational activities in the city of San Jose.

Kelly Snider
Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.

1. Programming in parks - activiating parks makes them more attractive and useful to a variety of users.

2. Dogs! and other animals in parks - as San Jose urbanizes we have to be thoughtful about how/when to share our parks with four-legged friends.

3. Partnership with agencies (county, school districts, transit, water) to ensure that all the resources within city limits are appropriately managed and accessed by members of the public.

Question applies to
Parks and Recreation Commission
Please describe your experience in working with governmental agencies.

In my career as a real estate consultant, I have managed hundreds of permit applications with agencies and jurisdictions. State, County, City, districts, etc. - from CEQA review to occupancy permits in new construction, groundwater clean-up and nexus studies, I have personally signed my name on the investigations.

Question applies to
Parks and Recreation Commission
As a Parks and Recreation Commissioner, how would you handle a situation where you have a volatile
Community group which is opposed to a staff proposal?
It's essential to listen, and seek common ground wherever possible. Community response is not usually "volatile" or hostile unless there is a true grievance at the heart of it. Sometimes the opposition is mis- placed - for instance a citizen may be opposed to new housing becuase they actually have a problem with parking on his/her public streets - but if you listen and seek an equitable solution, usually the kernel of discontent can be named and then dealt with adequately. REspect and listening are essential on both (or all) sides of the table. Oftentimes, educating and allowing experts or others with a different point of view to speak publicly can help de-fuse a situation, also. If a group is opposed to a allowing picnic reservations or charcoal grills in a public park, then perhaps listening to a family talk about a meaningful experience for a disabled child's graduation party at the picnic grove might help both sides open up their point of view, for instance.

Kelly Snider
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Question applies to
Parks and Recreation Commission
Can you provide examples of major public policy issues that you have been involved in and what your role was in the issue?
I sit on the SPUR Policy Board and help review major land use proposals such as transit, housing, funding for parks (impact fees, etc.). I have testified before City Council numerous times advocating for smart growth, high-density TOD, and sustainability measures. I am an instructor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at SJSU and participate in many of the URB initiatives, such as the housing affordability conference, held annually.

Anything else you would like us to know?
I am excited to have the opportunity to serve. I use parks and city rec services every day with my pets and my three children, so I am hopeful I can give back in this way! Retirement Board Questions Only
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Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Senior Citizens Commission: For Review
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Length of Residency

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Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
Retired
Kohli
Singh
San Jose
CA
95123
Retired
NA
Kohli Singh
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
None
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.

NY
Question applies to multiple boards
Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.

MA Pol. Sc.1964 Pb. University, MPA 1995 Marist College NY, MSW 2014 UNLV NV Administrator of Mental Health Programs, Social Worker (Currently licensed) List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates
NY State Mental Health Department 10 years in various positions NV State for 4 years as a Social Worker Kohli Singh

Languages Spoken
English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Sindhi and (Spanish beginning level Special Awards or Recognitions Received
A national level cricket player in India
Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.

CA
Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
CA
Do you own property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, please list the addresses here.

Do you rent property in the City of San José?

Yes

No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?

Yes

Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.

Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?

Yes

No
If yes, please explain.

Kohli Singh
Reference 1 Name
Sharon Sweeney
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
Reference 1 Phone
Reference 2 Name
Jackie Soohoo
Reference 2 Address
Reference 2 Email address
Reference 2 Phone
Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?

Yes

No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time?

Yes

No
Kohli Singh
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.

Member of Finance Committee and Transitions Committee of Solara Senoir Community Las Vegas 89122 Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social,
Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment to the selected commission(s).

An experienced Administrator
What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? To serve people and devise policies in the best possible interests of the clientele being served.

Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Commission should address.

Financial Protection Homelessness Mental Health Transportation Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
What is a major issue facing San José’s older adults and what do you see as the Commission’s role in this issue?
Understanding and managing the problems created by Covid Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
Please describe a leadership role you have assumed within the last five years.

Assisting my neighbors who need resources for dealing with problems with the community and obtain help by providing resources.

Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
How would you handle differences in opinions or positions on issues being heard at a Senior Commission meeting?
Differences are a part of any institution. It needs consensus to move forward.

Kohli Singh
(Optional) Please upload a resume.

Question applies to
Senior Citizens Commission
What makes you knowledgeable about senior issues in the community? My education, experience and being a trained mental health administrator and Social Worker Anything else you would like us to know?
Will enquire when the application progresses
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