4c0eeec6-sm-1.a-board-commission-and-committee-interviews — San Rafael City Council, October 20, 2025

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FOR CITY CLERK ONLY
Council Meeting: _______________________
Disposition: ___________________________
Agenda Item No: SM 1.a
Meeting Date: October 20, 2025

SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
Department: City Clerk’s Office
Prepared by: Lindsay Lara, City Clerk City Manager Approval: ______________ TOPIC: BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE INTERVIEWS
SUBJECT: INTERVIEW APPLICANTS AND MAKE APPOINTMENTS TO THE POLICE ADVISORY

AND ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE AND THE PLANNING COMMISSION (DISTRICTS 1 AND 4) TO THE END OF OCTOBER 2029
RECOMMENDATION:

Interview applicants and make appointments to the Police Advisory and Accountability Committee and the Planning Commission.

BACKGROUND:

The City of San Rafael actively recruits community members to serve on its boards, commissions, and committees to ensure broad representation and public input in City policy and decision-making.

Vacancies occur periodically due to term expirations, resignations, or newly created positions. The following members’ terms are set to expire at the end of October 2025:

Daniel Alm, Police Advisory & Accountability Committee (1st of two terms) Fatai Tokolahi, Police Advisory & Accountability Committee (1st of two terms) Marilyn Alvarez, Police Advisory & Accountability Committee Youth Member (1st of two terms) Jill Rodby, Planning Commissioner, District 1 (1st of three terms) Vacant, Planning Commissioner, District 4 (1st of three terms) The City Clerk’s Office conducts outreach for each vacancy through the City’s website, social media channels, email subscription lists, and MarinIJ. Interested residents submit an application, which is reviewed and scheduled for interviews by the City Council.

The following vacancies were recently advertised:

Body Number of Seats Term Expiration
Police Advisory and Accountability Committee 3 10/2025
Planning Commission, District 1 1 10/2025
Planning Commission, District 4 1 07/2025
SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT / Page: 2
All applications received by the filing deadline were provided to the City Council in advance of this meeting.

ANALYSIS:

Staff recommends the City Council interview applicants and make appointments to three terms on the Police Advisory and Accountability Committee and the and two terms on the Planning Commission, Districts 1 & 4, and any alternate terms as needed.

Police Advisory and Accountability Committee:

The terms of Daniel Alm, Fatai Tokolahi and Marilyn Alvarez (youth member) are set to expire at the end of October 2025. Fourteen applications were received for the Police Advisory and Accountability Committee; however, four applicants withdrew, and two applicants never responded to Staff to schedule interviews and confirm interest in serving. The eight remaining eligible applicants were forwarded to the City Council Liaison for review of the applications and a selection of five final applicants to move forward in the interviews.

Police Advisory & Accountability Committee
Daniel Alm Jason Sarris
Douglas Sides Kennedy Rodas (Youth)
Fatai Tokolahi
The only applicant eligible for the Youth Member position is Kennedy Rodas.

Planning Commission
The term of Jill Rodby is set to expire at the end of October 2025 as the Planning Commission’s District 4 Representative. Additionally, the City Clerk’s office initiated recruitment for the District 4 Representative seat following the voluntary resignation of one of the Commissioners due to unexcused absences. The City Clerk’s office received two applications for each Planning Commission seat during the recruitment period; however, one applicant withdrew from each District Representative position.

District 1 District 4
Jill Rodby Jack Salvemini
COMMUNITY OUTREACH:

The recruitment process was publicly noticed on the City’s website, through social media, in the City Manager’s newsletter, and Marin IJ. Outreach was also extended to community partners and stakeholder groups to encourage broad participation. Additional recruitment efforts were made for the Police Advisory and Accountability Youth Member seat, which included outreach to Terra Linda High School, San Rafael High School, College of Marin and Dominican University.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

OPTIONS:

The City Council has the following options to consider on this matter:

1. Make appointments to each legislative body following the interview; including alternate members as needed.

2. Direct the City Clerk’s office to continue recruitment for certain Boards, Commissions and SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT / Page: 3
Committees.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Interview applicants and make appointments to the Police Advisory and Accountability Committee and the Planning Commission.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Police Advisory and Accountability Committee applications (five)

2. Planning Commission applications (two)
Boards, Commissions & Committees Application
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Q1
Contact Information / Información del contacto
First and Last Name / Nombre y Apellido Daniel Alm
Address / Dirección
City / Ciudad San Rafael
State / estado CA
ZIP/Postal Code / Código postal 94901-1619
Email Address / Dirección de correo electrónico
Phone Number / Número de teléfono
Q2
What district do you currently live in?¿En qué distrito vive actualmente?
District 2/Western / Distrito 2/Oeste
Q3
How long have you lived in San Rafael?
21 years
Q4
Business Information
Respondent skipped this question
Q5
How did you hear about this vacant position?
Other (please specify):

Re-applicant
Q6
What Board would you like to apply to?¿A cuál te gustaría aplicar?
Police Advisory & Accountability Committee
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Q7
Education CompletedEducación completada
College / Universidad
Q8
Describe your involvement in your neighborhood of San Rafael. What have you done to make your community safe? Include any volunteer contributions to the community if applicable:Describa su participación en su vecindario de San Rafael. ¿Qué ha hecho para que su comunidad sea segura? Incluya cualquier contribución voluntaria a la comunidad, si corresponde:

Current member of PAAC, member & current president of West End Neighborhood Association actively involved in neighborhood safety initiatives.

Q9
Please list your reasons for wanting to serve.Por favor, indique las razones por las que desea servir:

I would like to continue my contribution to the PAAC committee, I feel there is more to learn and do.

Q10
Please share your perception and or perspective about law enforcement in San Rafael.Por favor, comparta su percepción o perspectiva sobre la aplicación de la ley en San Rafael.

I continue to have a neutral perception of San Rafael Police Department. I have gained a lot of insight about the department’s policies and procedures during my tenure on the PAAC.

Q12
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the city if any.Describa posibles áreas en las que pueda tener un conflicto de intereses con la ciudad, si las hubiera:

None

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Boards, Commissions & Committees Application
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Q13
Do you officially represent an organization, agency or group that provides violence prevention services? If so, please name the group and your position.¿Representa oficialmente a una organización, agencia o grupo que presta servicios de prevención de la violencia? En caso afirmativo, indique el grupo y su cargo.

No
Q14
Upload your resume (optional) / Cargue su currículum. (opcional) Daniel%20Alm%20-%20Resume%2003.18.2025.pdf (143.5KB)
Q18
Do you participate in any civic activities? If so, what are they? No
Q19
List any civic organizations of which you are a member:

West End Neighborhood Association, Federation of San Rafael Neighborhoods Q20
Education:

Academy of Art University - Graphic Design
Q21
Why are you interested in serving on a board or commission? I would like to continue serving on PAAC
Q22
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the City:

None.

Q23
Upload your resume.

Respondent skipped this question

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Q24
Ethnicity / Raza/etnia:

Q25
To which gender do you most identify?¿Con qué género se identifica más?
Q26
How old are you?¿Cuántos años tienes?

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D A N I E L A L M

CONTACT SUMMARY
Committed community leader and professional, ready to
advance my career in a position where I can best utilize broad knowledge and expertise.

COMMUNITY
San Rafael Police
Accountability and Advisory
Committee
Committee Member
2023 – present
West End Neighborhood
Association (501c3)
Board Member - President
2015 – present
Federation of San Rafael
Neighborhoods
Steering Committee Member
2020 – present
SF LGBT Center
Job Coach
2015 - 2016

WORK EXPERIENCE
Marin Advanced Dental Care
Patient Coordinator
MarinHealth
HIM Tech ii, Medical Records Subject
Matter Expert
2024 - present
2017 – 2023
Coordinator / Sys. Analyst, Pt. Access 2010 – 2017
Supervisor, Patient Access 2007 –2010
Lead Admitting Rep, Patient Access
Patient Access Representative
2006 – 2007
2005 –2006
Rachel Pryor Castrejon, Esq.

Personal Assistant 2004 - 2005
Best Buy
Operations Supervisor
2003 - 2004

GAP
Assistant Manager 2001 – 2003
Lead Sale Rep 2000 – 2001
Sale Rep 2000 - 2000

EDUCATION
Academy of Art University
Graphic Arts & Packaging
1999 – 2001
SCC Community College
Gen Ed & Graphic Arts
1997 – 1999
Boards, Commissions & Committees Application
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Q1
Contact Information / Información del contacto
First and Last Name / Nombre y Apellido Douglas Sides
Address / Dirección
Address 2 / Dirección 2
City / Ciudad SAN RAFAEL
State / estado CA
ZIP/Postal Code / Código postal 94901
Email Address / Dirección de correo electrónico
Phone Number / Número de teléfono
Q2
What district do you currently live in?¿En qué distrito vive actualmente?
District 2/Western / Distrito 2/Oeste
Q3
How long have you lived in San Rafael?
Approximately 4 years
Q4
Business Information
Company Pacific Gas & Electric Co.

Address 1220 Andersen Drive
City/Town SAN RAFAEL
ZIP/Postal Code 94901
#131

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Boards, Commissions & Committees Application
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Q5
How did you hear about this vacant position?
Other (please specify):

City clerk
Q6
What Board would you like to apply to?¿A cuál te gustaría aplicar?
Police Advisory & Accountability Committee
Q7
Education CompletedEducación completada
Graduate School / Escuela de posgrado
Q8
Describe your involvement in your neighborhood of San Rafael. What have you done to make your community safe? Include any volunteer contributions to the community if applicable:Describa su participación en su vecindario de San Rafael. ¿Qué ha hecho para que su comunidad sea segura? Incluya cualquier contribución voluntaria a la comunidad, si corresponde:

I'm an active volunteer in San Rafael and across Marin. With regards to directly serving the community, I volunteer locally at the Ritter Center, which provides supportive services to our most vulnerable populations. Specifically I help in their food pantry, distributing food to housed and unhoused individuals experiencing food insecurity. I like to think that this makes San Rafael a safer place by showing compassion and respect to people in hard times, which I feel inspires a stronger sense of community. Additionally I am a volunteer with the Marin Foster Care Association in their partnership program with Marin's Children and Family Services, Friends of the Family.

This program is meant to provide volunteer support for resource families (ie foster parents). In my own experience, this has ranged from watching kids for the day, to picking up kids from supervised visits with their biological family and taking them home to their resource families.

Q9
Please list your reasons for wanting to serve.Por favor, indique las razones por las que desea servir:

I have family in law enforcement but I also know people who have had terrible experiences with law enforcement. I emphasize with people on both sides. As such I feel this puts me in a unique position to bring a balanced approach that will help this commission. I want to help ensure that PAAC is a safe space for the commissioners, stakeholders, and members of the public to share their concerns. That this isn't a place where blame is being thrown around. As a commissioner, I want to approach this with an attitude of curiosity, a desire to learn and get to the roots of the issues by actively listening to all relevant parties. For my work at PG&E, when safety incidents occur, we don’t look to assign blame, instead we try to understand the course of events, what was deliberate and unintended, seeing where things went wrong with our standards and procedures; afterwards we decide what controls can be put in place to mitigate risk. That’s the kind of mindset I plan to bring as a commissioner. Ultimately, I want to contribute to a future where our city police and staff feel supported, but at the same time where San Rafael residents, especially in BIPOC communities, do not feel afraid of the SRPD, and we have helped create a more equitable justice system that our community deserves. It’s about finding the right balance; and that will take time, effort, communication, patience, cooperation, and ultimately trust.

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Q10
Please share your perception and or perspective about law enforcement in San Rafael.Por favor, comparta su percepción o perspectiva sobre la aplicación de la ley en San Rafael.

I would say that I've never felt intimidated by their presence; in fact I've generally felt reassured when they're present at large public gatherings such as the No Kings Rally earlier this year. Additionally I appreciate that our local law enforcement includes crisis counselors to respond to issues of mental health.

Q11
If selected to serve, what reasonable accommodation requests should the Committee facilitator know, in order for you to fully participate?En caso de ser seleccionado, ¿qué ajustes razonables debe saber el facilitador del Comité para que usted pueda participar plenamente?
I have obligations on the 1st Thursday and 2nd Wednesday of each month, otherwise my schedule is generally open on weekday evenings. I do not require any other accommodations
Q12
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the city if any.Describa posibles áreas en las que pueda tener un conflicto de intereses con la ciudad, si las hubiera:

There are no conflicts of interest with the city that I'm aware of, but in terms of the commission, as I previously mentioned I do have an older brother in law enforcement, with the city of Oakland Q13
Do you officially represent an organization, agency or group that provides violence prevention services? If so, please name the group and your position.¿Representa oficialmente a una organización, agencia o grupo que presta servicios de prevención de la violencia? En caso afirmativo, indique el grupo y su cargo.

As I've mentioned, I'm a volunteer with the Marin Foster Care Association which partners with the county's Children and Family Services. While the program I'm a part of does not deal with violence prevention per say, as part of our training we learned of the sometimes violent circumstances that led the children to be in the foster care system. Our training also involved identifying signs of abuse, including the physical kind, when interacting with the children and how to report it to the appropriate agencies.

Q14
Upload your resume (optional) / Cargue su currículum. (opcional) Douglas%20Sides Resume.pdf (85.7KB)

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Q18
Do you participate in any civic activities? If so, what are they? I'm active in the Democratic community here in Marin. I've participated in a number of activities including phone banking and neighborhood canvassing for candidates and local ballot measures. I also serve on Marin's commission for the Marin County Free Library. Our role is to provide oversight on the programs and finances of the county's libraries on behalf of the Marin County Board of Supervisors. Additionally we provide guidance and support to the library executive team to better library services.

Q19
List any civic organizations of which you are a member:

I'm a member of the Marin Democratic Party and the Marin County Young Democrats. I'm also a county commissioner for the Marin County Free Library.

Q20
Education:

I have a Masters degree in natural resources with an emphasis in forestry from Oklahoma State University Q21
Why are you interested in serving on a board or commission? Generally speaking I want to get more involved in my community. And I feel like my background and life experience gives me a valuable perspective that could benefit PAAC and it's mandate.

Q22
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the City:

There are no conflicts of interest with the city that I'm aware of Q23
Upload your resume.

Respondent skipped this question
Q24
Ethnicity / Raza/etnia:

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Q25
To which gender do you most identify?¿Con qué género se identifica más?
Q26
How old are you?¿Cuántos años tienes?
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Contact
Top Skills
Tree Service
Arboriculture
Electric Utilities Management
Certifications
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification
Certified Arborist
Utility Specialist
Douglas Sides, MS
Quality Management Auditor (Vegetation Management) at Pacific Gas & Electric
San Francisco Bay Area
Summary
Over the last decade, I’ve contributed to land conservation projects across the country for multiple land management agencies. The breadth of my experience focuses on vegetation management with particular emphasis on invasive plant control, native plant surveys, and ecological assessments. In 2015, I achieved my Master of Science in natural resource ecology, advancing my technical knowledge in statistics and ArcGIS. Now with a wealth of practical field skills, as well as technical expertise from my master’s degree, I’m interested in advancing into conservation program management. I’d like to use my collected knowledge and skills to develop stewardship strategies, ensuring ecological productivity and diversity of public lands in the face of climate change.

Experience
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Quality Management Auditor (Veg Management)
August 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)
San Rafael, California, United States
As part of PG&E's quality management, essentially my role is to confirm tree work and make sure nothing was missed; that trimming meets our compliance standards and that remaining trees with strike potential to our high voltage facilities, do not pose any risk. Additionally by reviewing the work of inspectors and tree crews, who are often contractors, we hold them accountable for the quality of their work; and with time we hope to encourage the proper behavior and mindset that PG&E expects of all its workers.

I've done work verification on a number of PG&E's vegetation management programs, including Defined Scope (routine vegetation management) and EVM (enhanced vegetation management). Though work verification in both programs have the same goals, each has their own unique criteria. For Defined Scope, I'm looking for 1) any trees that could encroach on required powerline clearances before for the next time inspectors come through

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(approx. 6 months) and 2) checking any trees with strike potential for defects that compromises the tree's structural integrity (fungal infection, root damage, severe lean, etc.). If I find a tree that meets the criteria, I map the tree in ArcGIS Collector, flag it for follow up inspection, and continue on. While with EVM, in addition to mapping trees that fail our compliance requirements, I have to perform assessments on every single tree with strike potential, using Survey123, regardless of the tree's health.

Davey Resource Group, Inc.
2 years 6 months
Lead Estimating Arborist (Distribution)
July 2020 - August 2021 (1 year 2 months)
Santa Rosa, California, United States
The overall purpose of my position is to be a point of contact between PG&E and Davey Resource Group. I delegate field assignments to the estimating arborists on my team, prioritize assignments based on urgency of the work, and administer the workflow so that tags are completed in a timely manner and fully documented.

I oversee vegetation management for PG&E system maintenance and construction projects in Sonoma county. PG&E continually performs maintenance, upgrades, and expands their facilities which can require vegetation management to allow access to the facilities and/or to maintain compliance with California state law. We will receive a list of projects, or tags, from program managers that need to be completed by the end of the year, I will then allot the tags to my arborists, who will inspect the site, assess the scope of tree work needed, determine an estimate for the cost, and submit a work request to a PG&E contracted tree trimming service who will fulfill the work request. These tags are recorded in a master tracker spreadsheet which is continually updated by me and the field arborists. After I receive confirmation that work has been completed by our contracted tree crews, I review the photos to ensure that the work was done to our specifications, and I submit documentation to the appropriate PG&E clerks for closure.

In addition to our vegetation work around system maintenance, we will frequently get special requests from other program managers, field engineers, and foremen from PG&E and other contracted companies such as Rokstad Power, Par Electric, Underground Construction, etc. These requests can vary; some can be simple trimming requests for new poles being installed or service lines being put underground, etc. Other requests involve future work being

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considered but the managers need a sense of what, if any, vegetation work is required, what the scope of that work would be, and the estimated cost; we as arborists, provide that information for them.

Estimating Arborist (Transmission)
April 2020 - July 2020 (4 months)
Santa Rosa, California, United States
As of June 2020 I am a certified arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture
Certification Number: WE-13014A
After becoming an EA, my first project was on pole clearance for transmission towers and other structures. PG&E is looking to expand their vegetation management on transmission structures, in addition to the transmission lines.

Drone crews from PG&E would identify points along the transmission line with encroaching vegetation and we would investigate to see how close vegetation was and prescribe work as needed. The goal was to maintain 10 feet of clearance around structures, from ground to sky, as well as 5 feet around any guy supporting wires. This required regular travel; locations were scattered in Marin, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Lake counties. By the time I transferred to EA distribution, we had gotten a full month ahead of schedule.

Consulting Utility Forester
March 2019 - April 2020 (1 year 2 months)
Marin
As a Consulting Utility Forester, I am responsible for inspecting and mitigating hazardous vegetation along utilities on behalf of our client, PG&E. Our goal is to prevent disruption in service, to PG&E customers, as well as limiting the risk of wildfire to customers homes and property. I have inspected in a variety of environments, ranging from urban, residential, to open space; each with their own unique challenges. My position also requires regular contact with private landowners, some of whom do not have a favorable opinion of PG&E, justifying the necessity of our work and negotiating enhanced vegetation management when necessary.

Marin County Parks and Open Spaces
Natural Resource Seasonal Assistant
February 2018 - November 2018 (10 months)
San Rafael, CA
•Contributed to county-wide efforts to extirpate invasive plant species posing ecological and economical risk to the 16,000 acres of open space managed by

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Marin County. Used a variety of tools and techniques, including gas-powered tools and propane torches for control burns. Was personally responsible for overseeing efforts to reduce and control invasive Yellow Star-Thistle at the Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve.
•Working alongside Marin County Fire crews, helped clear dense stands of exotic Acacia trees from the Old St. Hillary preserve to reduce fire risk presented to residential areas in Tiburon. Utilized gas-powered chainsaws to clear above-ground vegetation, while herbicide was applied to stumps to prevent regrowth. Assisted with similar projects at the Ring Mountain and Sleepy Hollow/Terra Linda preserves to mitigate wildfire risk to residential areas.
•Contributed to animal burrow surveys for trail maintenance projects and catalogued photos for the Marin Wildlife Picture Index, recording the diversity and abundance of wildlife in the public lands surrounding Mount Tam.

National Park Service
Habitat Restoration Contractor
November 2017 - October 2018 (1 year)
Stinson Beach, CA
Protected habitat restoration sites from reintroduction of harmful exotic plant species, specifically Panic Veldtgrass, on federal land in the StinsonBolinas region. Any invasive grasses found were removed and the infested area covered with weed-free straw to act as mulch, preventing seeds from accessing bare soil.

BevMo!
Sales Associate
April 2017 - February 2018 (11 months)
Novato, CA
In addition to sales I assist with customer inquiries, online orders, and freight.

Oklahoma State University
2 years 8 months
Temporary Research Associate
January 2016 - August 2016 (8 months)
Stillwater, Oklahoma
I continued my work in assessing the mortality, regeneration, and overall condition of Oklahoma's bottomland hardwood forests. At the end I wrote a report for the management staff at the Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge

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which included, a summary of my findings, GIS map outputs, and management recommendations.

Graduate Research Assistant
January 2014 - December 2015 (2 years)
Stillwater, OK
Provided a comprehensive assessment of forest diversity and health to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Collected data with research team from 400 sites across the Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge, recording tree species richness, abundance, and health from the understory to the overstory.

Analysis using specialized statistical software (SPSS, R, and Canoco 5) found the bottomland hardwood forests of the refuge to be in good ecological health with abundant regeneration of desired tree species. Proceeded to create digital maps in ArcGIS showing regional variation in species diversity, as well as illustrating vegetation trends in the refuge over time. In addition, I provided forestry management recommendations to enhance Pin Oak populations, due to their importance as a food source for wildlife.

The North Face
Sales Associate
October 2013 - December 2013 (3 months)
Corte Madera, CA
In addition to sales I assisted with customer inquires, orders, and returns; I also operated the cash register.

National Park Service
Invasive Plant Contractor
June 2013 - August 2013 (3 months)
Marin Headlands, Sausalito, CA
Protected restoration sites and Mission Blue Butterfly habitat from reintroduction of harmful exotic plant species, specifically French Broom, in the Marin Headlands.

Macy's
Sales Associate
November 2012 - January 2013 (3 months)
San Rafael, CA
In addition to sales I assisted with customer inquires, orders, and returns; I also operated the cash register.

Natural Resource Group, LLC

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Environmental Inspector
February 2012 - August 2012 (7 months)
Ely, NV
Ensured timely completion of construction at assigned sites for a telecommunications project in southeastern Nevada. I conducted preconstruction surveys of the work sites to mitigate ecological impacts to any native species of special concern to state or federal land agencies. Oversaw all construction activities to ensure that work was in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. And daily reports were submitted to project managers detailing the days’ events as well potential environmental concerns which could affect construction activities.

Macy's
Sales Associate
November 2011 - January 2012 (3 months)
San Rafael, CA
In addition to sales I assisted with customer inquires, orders, and returns; I also operated the cash register.

The Great Basin Institute
Sage Grouse Technician
April 2011 - October 2011 (7 months)
Elko, NV
Gathered data on the ecological health and integrity of Greater Sage Grouse habitat in the Elko BLM District of eastern Nevada. Over 150 acres of rangeland were studied using the AIM (Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring) Strategy; the abundance of native plant species versus that of invasive plant species was compared, along with any indications of disturbance, to determine the habitat’s overall health and resiliency.

The data collected was sent to the national office to assist in the agency’s recommendation on whether or not Sage Grouse should be included on the Endangered Species List.

Bureau of Land Management
Noxious Weed Technician
February 2010 - October 2010 (9 months)
Carson City, NV
•Collected seed from native plants across western Nevada for the Seeds of Success program. The program aims to create a national seed bank to preserve all plant variants threatened by climate change, as well as provide

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stock for research into the potential propagation of native plants for ecological restoration.
•Removed high-priority invasive plants from sensitive habitat on public lands.

I received certification as a pesticide applicator with the Department of the Interior during this time. Additionally, I led volunteer groups to map invasive plant populations on public lands.

National Park Service
Intern
June 2007 - August 2008 (1 year 3 months)
Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley, CA
(I interned with the NPS in the summers of 2007 and 2008 while I was attending school at Linfield College)
•Delivered daily 15-minute ecology lectures concerning redwood forest ecology, history, and conservation challenges
•Removed invasive weeds using mechanical methods (i.e. hand tools, weed wrenches, etc.)
•Lead volunteers in invasive plant removal
•Lead Park tours for youth, adult, and VIP groups
•Managed the information table
•Photo-documented areas of the Park in need of maintenance •Collected photographs and video footage of local animal life •Video footage collected will be used for Park education programs •Photographs collected will replace old photographs on the new information table
•Established live video feed observing the salmonid fish for the information table
•Recorded weather measurements daily for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Education
Oklahoma State University
Master of Science (M.S.), Natural Resource Ecology and Managment (NREM) · (2014 - 2015)
Linfield College
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General · (2005 - 2009)

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Morton Arboretum
Chicago Wilderness Prescribed Burn Training
National Wildfire Coordinating Group
S-110 Basic Wildland Fire Orientation, Online Course
National Wildfire Coordinating Group
S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, Online Course

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Q1
Contact Information / Información del contacto
First and Last Name / Nombre y Apellido Fatai Tokolahi
Address / Dirección
City / Ciudad San Rafael
State / estado CA
ZIP/Postal Code / Código postal 94901
Email Address / Dirección de correo electrónico
Phone Number / Número de teléfono
Q2
What district do you currently live in?¿En qué distrito vive actualmente?
District 3/Eastern / Distrito 3/Este
Q3
How long have you lived in San Rafael?
17 years
Q4
Business Information
Respondent skipped this question
Q5
How did you hear about this vacant position?
Other (please specify):
currently serving in the same committee
Q6
What Board would you like to apply to?¿A cuál te gustaría aplicar?
Police Advisory & Accountability Committee
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Q7
Education CompletedEducación completada
Some College / Algunos estudios universitarios
Q8
Describe your involvement in your neighborhood of San Rafael. What have you done to make your community safe? Include any volunteer contributions to the community if applicable:Describa su participación en su vecindario de San Rafael. ¿Qué ha hecho para que su comunidad sea segura? Incluya cualquier contribución voluntaria a la comunidad, si corresponde:

I’m deeply involved in the San Rafael community across a number of areas that reflect my commitment to safety, inclusion, and service. Currently, I serve as the Chairperson of the same PAAC, where I help facilitate local collaboration and civic engagement. I volunteer regularly in community clean-up efforts and have helped host various neighborhood events to strengthen local connection.

As a board member at our local interfaith organization and an active member of the Baha'i Faith community, I advocate for unity and understanding among all faiths and cultures.

I’m also passionate about supporting our most vulnerable neighbors particularly the unhoused and underserved populations in San Rafael and work as a vocal advocate for their needs. Beyond these roles, I’m a proud father of two daughters, and that inspires my ongoing dedication to youth safety and prioritizing access to quality education for every child. I even find time to stay active as a member of a local rugby club, which gives me another way to build relationships and promote teamwork in the community.

Q9
Please list your reasons for wanting to serve.Por favor, indique las razones por las que desea servir:

I’m seeking to serve another term because I believe my work in San Rafael is far from finished. My first term ends in October, and while it’s been meaningful, I’m committed to continuing the journey and creating lasting impact. I want to strengthen public safety, foster deeper partnerships across neighborhoods, and ensure every voice especially those from underserved and marginalized communities is heard and valued by our city’s decision makers.

I’m driven by a deep sense of accountability and want to see our city’s duties carried out with integrity and respect for our shared values. In this next chapter, I’ll continue to advocate for collaboration and unity, and offer calm support to communities of color facing challenges like immigration crackdowns and racial profiling. My goal is to be a bridge a voice of compassion and a steadfast partner who helps ensure equity, responsibility, and connection are at the heart of our civic work.

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Over the past two years serving on PAAC and collaborating with the San Rafael Police Department, I've had an overwhelmingly positive experience. Together, we’ve made meaningful progress toward shared goals, while also navigating complex processes with a spirit of partnership. I have no quarrels with the department and commend their openness to dialogue and improvement.

At the same time, I encourage our broader community to actively engage and cooperate, recognizing that safety and progress are collective efforts. As a city body, we’re committed to offering recommendations that enhance resources, deepen community involvement, strengthen accountability, and refine safety procedures. My vision is for San Rafael to continue growing as a secure, inclusive, and forward-looking city a place where respect and dignity guide our actions, and where people work together with a shared sense of purpose.

Q12
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the city if any.Describa posibles áreas en las que pueda tener un conflicto de intereses con la ciudad, si las hubiera:

None.

Q13
Do you officially represent an organization, agency or group that provides violence prevention services? If so, please name the group and your position.¿Representa oficialmente a una organización, agencia o grupo que presta servicios de prevención de la violencia? En caso afirmativo, indique el grupo y su cargo.

None!
Q14
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Do you participate in any civic activities? If so, what are they? PAAC
Q19
List any civic organizations of which you are a member:

PAAC
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Education:

Graduated with an AA in Social & Behavioral Science from College of Marin in May 2025 Q21
Why are you interested in serving on a board or commission? Refer answers to previous questions
Q22
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the City:

Refer answers to the previous questions
Q23
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Ethnicity / Raza/etnia:

Q25
To which gender do you most identify?¿Con qué género se identifica más?

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Marin County Public Defender
Title: Outreach Liaison
Dates: May 2025 - Present
Duties Summa1y :

Fatai Tokolahi
• Coordinate Community Programs: Oversees initiatives like the Clean Slate Program and California Driver's License Services, helping client's clear records and regain driving privileges • Client Advocacy: Acts as a bridge between the Public Defender's Office and the public, especially for monolingual Spanish speakers, immigrants, and unhoused individuals • Community Engagement: Hosts outreach events at food pantries, service centers, and workshops in partnership with organizations like Canal Alliance and Dominican University, and other CBO's. • Social Media & Public Education: Develops materials and maintains a social media presence to inform the public about their rights and available services
• Know Your Rights Presentations: Coordinates and delivers educational sessions to empower vulnerable populations
• Works closely with legal aid groups, immigration attorneys, and student advocates to reduce barriers to justice and improve outcomes for clients
• Helps clients navigate complex systems like the DMV, often assisting with paperwork, appointments, and legal documentation (assisting the DMV Liaison
• Other duties as directed by the Public Defender.

Korean Community Center East Bay
Title: Partnership Manager
Dates: March 2023 - May 2025
Duties Summa1y
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with small businesses, community organizations, and resource providers.
• Act as the primaiy liaison to understand the needs and goals of stakeholders. • Identify and connect small businesses to relevant resources (e.g., funding opportunities, educational workshops, or professional se1vices).
• Se1ve as a bridge between businesses and organizations that provide technical assistance, mentorship, or financial suppo1t.
• Develop paitnerships aligned with business or organizational goals, such as economic growth, community development, or mai·ket expansion.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design programs, events, or initiatives that address challenges small businesses face.
• Represent the interests of small businesses to local governments, chambers of commerce, or other influential entities.
• Facilitate info1mation-shai·ing to ensure all prutners ai·e awai·e of available resources and opportunities. • Measure the success of paitnerships through metrics like resource utilization, business growth, or community impact.
• Repo1t outcomes and insights to stakeholders, offering recommendations for improvements. 2 Community Action Marin
Title: Outreach PSP Mental Health Manager
Dates: November 2020 – February 2024
Duties Summary
Through our Community Alternative Response & Engagement (CARE) homeless outreach teams, we offer vital support and assistance to unhoused people throughout Marin County. We are often the first point of contact for people experiencing homelessness. We find people in need of service and help them in simple ways like wellness checks, bringing people food, socks or sleeping bags, or transportation to a detox center, homeless shelter, or hospital, until they are receptive to accessing services. Encounters can take place over many months or even years. Once trust has been built, we connect people in need with mental health services, housing programs and other supports on the path to becoming housed and stabilized. We work to successfully transition clients to mental health and other supportive services, housing programs, and permanent housing.

We work with an end-goal of successfully transitioning homeless clients to a system of care, mental health services, housing programs like the County’s Odyssey program, and permanent housing.

Our teams are staffed by trained Peer Case Managers includes people who have personal lived experience of mental health, homelessness, substance abuse, or incarceration. They bring an invaluable first-hand experience of their own struggles on the street and are trained to intervene with people suffering from mental illness or intoxication. I managed 8 of them as full-time staff, age range from 22 – 64 years old, different background, different values, and work ethics, but we find common ground, accept our differences in opinions and approaches and work as one team.

I bring stakeholders together from Faith base communities to Local Authorities, Non-Profit organizations and independent community groups of volunteers and folks who just wanted to help. I participate in local and national meetings/conferences representing the Agency as well as my Team. I do anything that will benefit my Team, Safety and Self Care a priority as well.

Together as a team, we sign folks up for CalFresh, Social Security, ID card, getting their Birth Certificate, apply and find them housing, set up doctor’s appointments, I sign people up for MediCal, all these different processes and more.

I also make schedule for the team, prepare quarterly reports, monthly logs, financial reports, and assist the Data Analysis Team with Reports to Donors and County Contracts. I also performed other duties required by my supervisors.

Integrated Community Services
Title: Independent Living Services (ILS) Instructor
Dates: September 2019 – 2020
• Provide attendant care, in-home support, and training to clients in all areas of daily living, including meal preparation, shopping, hygiene, personal care, safety awareness, and maintaining a clean and healthy living environment
• Proactively communicate with supervisors, coworkers, and client’s family • Meet all deadlines related to Clicktime, paperwork, etc. 3 Independent Community Development Consultant
Dates: May 2009 – present
Focus areas: Community education and health promotion; volunteer management; language interpretation (English/Tongan) in healthcare, social services, and legal aid settings.

Recent projects:
• Language interpreting for union workers and immigrants applying for public assistance • Translating medical consent and legal documents.
• Managing 75 corporate volunteers participating in an international development project.

San Pedro Elementary School (San Rafael, CA)
Title: Instructional Assistant
Dates: August 2018 – May 2019
• Assist teachers in kindergarten and 4th grade classrooms Being Adept (Kentfield, CA)
Title: Facilitator (Part-time, during the school year)
Dates: September 2017 - 2019
• Conduct drug and alcohol awareness trainings with 6th – 9th graders at middle schools in Marin, San Francisco and Sonoma Counties.
• Co-lead parent night meetings and group discussions on drug and alcohol awareness • Facilitate, organize and transport teens for board meetings, events and parent night discussions.

Community Health for Asian Americans (Oakland, CA)
Title: Community Health Advocate
Dates: September 2013 – May 2016
• Provided referrals and direct support to survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, alcohol and drug abuse, and child abuse.
• Supported and mentored adolescents referred to me from the clinical therapy team. • Mobilized community outreach regarding mental health services and free public resources • Established and maintained relationships with leaders of community groups • Co-facilitated trainings on healing community trauma with other social service program leaders in San Francisco and San Mateo Counties.
• Managed logistics for community events
Cedars of Marin (San Anselmo, CA)
Title: On-Call Residential Supervisor
Dates: November 2010 – June 2011 (left to care for my new child full-time) • Supervised residential specialists caring for people with disabilities and mental illness. • Directly served clients and their families.
• Maintained the safety and security of clients and staff. • Transported and supported clients to events and appointments.

SkyWest Airlines (San Francisco, CA)
Title: Ramp Agent, San Francisco International Airport
Dates: November 2008 – March 2011
• Marshaled planes.
• Handled passenger baggage.
4 Tonga National Youth Congress (Nuku’alofa, Tonga)
Title: Youth and HIV/AIDS Program Officer
Dates: November 2006 – June 2007 (left to migrate to the United States) • Trained and supervised 14 peer educators in the field of HIV/AIDS and STD prevention • Co-led “Training of Trainers” workshops on adolescent sexual health and community leadership with health educators from the New Zealand government.
• Managed an office of 3 paid staff and numerous US Peace Corps volunteers.

Tonga National Youth Congress (Nuku’alofa, Tonga)
Title: UNICEF Life Skills Trainer
Dates: October 2002 – March 2007
• Conducted trainings on self-esteem, conflict resolutions, substance abuse prevention, adolescent sexual health, decision-making, HIV/AIDS, and resiliency in high schools, churches and villages. • Facilitated stakeholder meetings with church & village leaders, government, youth groups. • Follow up and program evaluation
Tonga Family Health Association (International Planned Parenthood affiliate) Title: Adolescent Health and Development Project Officer Dates: March 2005 – September 2006
• Trained and supervised 8 peer educators in the field of sexual and reproductive health. • Led public health awareness trainings for young grassroots community leaders. • Conducted and evaluate research on HIV/AIDS and youth to inform government policy. • Successfully advocated for health education to be taught in school curriculum, which was a significant achievement in a conservative religious nation.
• Assisted in conducting HIV tests with clinic staff
Additional • Project Design & Management Training, Pacific Regional HIV/AIDS Project, July 2005 Professional • Behavior Change Approaches & HIV/AIDS, Tonga Family Health Association, July 2005 Development • Youth Leadership & Self-Esteem Development, Pacific Action for Health, March 2003 •Peer Support Specialist Training – CAM 2021
•LIFE Project Mentor - 2010
Awards • Emerging Leader Award – Emerging Pacific Leaders’ Dialogue ‘06, Australian Government & Honors • Outstanding Youth Leadership – Rotary Club of Tonga’s Community Service Awards 2005 Education A.A. in Social & Behavioral Science, College of Marin Graduated 2025
Certificate in Youth Development, University of the South Pacific Completion date: November 2004
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Contact Information / Información del contacto
First and Last Name / Nombre y Apellido Jason Sarris
Address / Dirección
City / Ciudad San Rafael
State / estado California
ZIP/Postal Code / Código postal 94901
Email Address / Dirección de correo electrónico
Phone Number / Número de teléfono
Q2
What district do you currently live in?¿En qué distrito vive actualmente?
District 2/Western / Distrito 2/Oeste
Q3
How long have you lived in San Rafael?
3 years
Q4
Business Information
Company Marin Housing For All - 501(c)3
Address P.O Box 2338
City/Town Novato
ZIP/Postal Code 94947
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How did you hear about this vacant position?
Friend
Q6
What Board would you like to apply to?¿A cuál te gustaría aplicar?
Police Advisory & Accountability Committee
Q7
Education CompletedEducación completada
8-12
Q8
Describe your involvement in your neighborhood of San Rafael. What have you done to make your community safe? Include any volunteer contributions to the community if applicable:Describa su participación en su vecindario de San Rafael. ¿Qué ha hecho para que su comunidad sea segura? Incluya cualquier contribución voluntaria a la comunidad, si corresponde:

While living in San Rafael for the past 3 years I have worked with helping the unhoused population. I volunteer for Legal Aid of Marin helping the unhoused population fill out community court intakes at the Saint Vincent DePaul self help desk on Wednesdays when needed. I am also Co-Chair of the Marin County Lived Experienced Advisory Board (MC-LEAB) and our board has a booth at the quarterly Seeds of Hope event for the unhoused at the San Rafael Community Center. At the Seeds of Hope we hand out multiple coat racks of gently used clothes at the event. Our advisory board has also met with San Rafael city staff on numerous occasions and we offer feedback and advice on ways to improve homelessness in San Rafael as well as the sanctioned camp at the Mahon Creek Path.

Q9
Please list your reasons for wanting to serve.Por favor, indique las razones por las que desea servir:

I have a few reasons for wanting to serve on the Police Advisory & Accountability Committee (PAAC). One of the reasons I want to join is to be a conduit and voice for those who are impacted by the San Rafael Police Department (SRPD). I am in firm belief that listening and voicing the concerns and advice of marginalized and underrepresented communities in San Rafael is paramount to building a strong, effective Police Advisory & Accountability Committee (PAAC). Another reason is to ensure that SRPD is accountable and that there is transparency within SRPD. I think those two qualities are vital for a police department in gaining trust with the public. I also believe I have I have the experience to build the bridge to fostering a positive partnership with SRPD. Over the last 5 years I have worked with city staff, council members, supervisors and police departments on improving homelessness across Marin. I’m confident I can do the same good work as a member of the PAAC.

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Well, to be honest, I have to believe one of the main reasons the city created the PAAC was due to arrest of Julio Jimenez Lopez and the subsequent use of force charges that were filed on two San Rafael police officers. The perception of law enforcement, based on this incident, within the community of San Rafael (including myself) was not good. The Profiling and Identity Act (RIPA) data in San Rafael shows that there is over policing in minority communities which is not unique because the same could be said with all law enforcement agencies across the country. Still, I think that there could be improvements made within SRPD that can help change the course. I fully believe that police are essential and needed in society even when there are in fact bad cops on the force. Again, accountability, transparency, listening and working with the community can help build trust with the public despite of this.

Q12
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the city if any.Describa posibles áreas en las que pueda tener un conflicto de intereses con la ciudad, si las hubiera:

I do not have any possible areas of conflict of interest with the city.

No I do not represent an organization, organization or group that provides violence prevention.

Q14
Upload your resume (optional) / Cargue su currículum.
(opcional)
Respondent skipped this question
Q18
Do you participate in any civic activities? If so, what are they? I am an advocate for homeless and housing. I do calls to action with Indivisible Novato and Indivisible Marin. I help set up rallies for Veterans. I also help provide direct mutual aid for the unhoused and help with community dinners for the unhoused for Marin Compassion Coalition

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List any civic organizations of which you are a member:

California Homeless Union
Indivisible Novato
Indivisible Marin
Marin Compassion Coalition
Q20
Education:

San Marin High School Graduate
Q21
Why are you interested in serving on a board or commission? I have a strong desire to serve on boards/committees and commissions because I want to work with San Rafael to improve the quality of life for folks in the community. I have a strong moral and ethical sense of what’s right and wrong and I want to be a position where I can channel it for positive change
Q22
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the City:

I do not have any possible areas of conflict of interest with the city Q23
Upload your resume.

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Ethnicity / Raza/etnia:

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To which gender do you most identify?¿Con qué género se identifica más?

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How old are you?¿Cuántos años tienes?
1111
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Contact Information / Información del contacto
First and Last Name / Nombre y Apellido Kennedy Rodas
Address / Dirección
City / Ciudad San Rafael
State / estado CA
ZIP/Postal Code / Código postal 94901
Email Address / Dirección de correo electrónico
Phone Number / Número de teléfono
Q2
What district do you currently live in?¿En qué distrito vive actualmente?
District 1/Southern / Distrito 1/Sur
Q3
How long have you lived in San Rafael?
25 years
Q4
Business Information
Respondent skipped this question
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How did you hear about this vacant position?
City Council Agenda
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What Board would you like to apply to?¿A cuál te gustaría aplicar?
Park and Recreation Commission,
Pickleweed Advisory Committee,
Police Advisory & Accountability Committee
Q7
Education CompletedEducación completada
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Describe your involvement in your neighborhood of San
Rafael. What have you done to make your community
safe? Include any volunteer contributions to the
community if applicable:Describa su participación en su vecindario de San Rafael. ¿Qué ha hecho para que su
comunidad sea segura? Incluya cualquier contribución
voluntaria a la comunidad, si corresponde:

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Please list your reasons for wanting to serve.Por favor, indique las razones por las que desea servir:

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Q10
Please share your perception and or perspective about law enforcement in San Rafael.Por favor, comparta su
percepción o perspectiva sobre la aplicación de la ley en San Rafael.

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If selected to serve, what reasonable accommodation
requests should the Committee facilitator know, in order for you to fully participate?En caso de ser seleccionado, ¿qué ajustes razonables debe saber el facilitador del Comité para que usted pueda participar plenamente?
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Do you officially represent an organization, agency or
group that provides violence prevention services? If so, please name the group and your position.¿Representa
oficialmente a una organización, agencia o grupo que
presta servicios de prevención de la violencia? En caso afirmativo, indique el grupo y su cargo.

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(opcional)
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Do you participate in any civic activities? If so, what are they? N/A.

Q19
List any civic organizations of which you are a member:

N/A.

Q20
Education:

My education consists of the following: San Rafael High School graduate; California State University, Chico - B.A Graduate.

Q21
Why are you interested in serving on a board or commission? I am interested in playing an active role in my community, for which I have lived in my entire life.

Q22
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the City:

I do not believe I would have any conflicts of interest with the City.

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Ethnicity / Raza/etnia:

Q25
To which gender do you most identify?¿Con qué género se identifica más?
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KENNEDY R. RODAS
San Rafael, CA
EDUCATION _____________________________ _
California State University, Chico
Bachelor of Arts: Criminal Justice
• Ce1t ificate: Paralegal
• Deans List: (5)
EXPERIENCE _____________________________ _
Law Offices of Bonner & Bonner, San Rafael, CA February 2023 - Present Paralegal 40+ hours per week
• Investigated and Analyzed Case Infonnation: Conducted in-depth research and analysis on legal cases, demonstrating an ability to work with sensitive, detailed infonnation and make decisions based on established rnles and regulations.
• Prepared Legal Documents and Repo1ts: Drafted, reviewed, and filed motions, complaints, briefs, and declarations. This experience involved attention to detail and understanding complex legal language, which translates to accmate repo1t writing and documentation. • Client Interaction and Communication: Worked closely with clients to prepare and respond to discove1y requests, showcasing strong communication skills, customer service, and experience working with diverse individuals in high-pressme situations.
• Trial and Comtroom Suppo1t: Assisted attorneys during trials, mediations, and depositions by organizing exhibits, managing witnesses, and using comtroom technology, demonstrating the ability to suppo1t legal proceedings and remain calm and organized in high-stakes environments. • Case Management and Organization: Managed a caseload of up to 30 active cases, maintaining comprehensive files and tracking deadlines. This reflects excellent time management skills and the ability to stay organized, essential for a role managing multiple tasks and responsibilities. • Attention to Detail and Compliance: Ensured all legal documents and citations adhered to Bluebook citation standards, a testament to precision, accmacy, and the importance of following rnles~ritical qualities for a sheriff deputy.

Community Legal Information Clinic, Chico, CA January -December 2022 Paralegal/ Legal Assistant Intern 240 hours
• Conducted legal research for community members, students, and jail inmates, utilizing resomces such as West/aw and Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB), under the direct supervision of a practicing attorney.
• Provided detailed infonnation on om legal services, and general pre-trial procedmes relating to civil and criminal procedure, along with California statutes, legal fo1ms, and Inmate case activity for our clients. • Managed case files and pape1work, compiling and organizing data into electronic file systems. • Composed office memorandums and client coITespondence letters. AWARDS ________________________________ _ Student/ Intern of the Month, Community Legal Information Clinic, Chico, CA October 2022 • Awarded Student/ Paralegal Intern of the month for providing outstanding service as a director for the County Jail Law Project during the month of October 2022.

SKILLS
• Biling -------------------------------------- ual (Spanish), Conversational • Detail-orientated
• Alticulate communication
• Collaborative
• Technology proficient
• Solution-oiientated
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First and Last Name / Nombre y Apellido Jill Rodby
Address / Dirección
City / Ciudad San Rafael
State / estado CA
ZIP/Postal Code / Código postal 94901
Email Address / Dirección de correo electrónico
Phone Number / Número de teléfono
Q2
What district do you currently live in?¿En qué distrito vive actualmente?
District 1/Southern / Distrito 1/Sur
Q3
How long have you lived in San Rafael?
25 years
Q4
Business Information
Respondent skipped this question
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How did you hear about this vacant position?
Other (please specify):

Currently serve on the Planning Commission - term expiring in October
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What Board would you like to apply to?¿A cuál te gustaría aplicar?
Planning Commission
Q18
Do you participate in any civic activities? If so, what are they? Currently serve on the Planning Commission
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List any civic organizations of which you are a member:

None
Q20
Education:

Graduate degree - MS in business
Q21
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Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the City:

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1 | P a g e J i l l R o d b y
JILL J. RODBY
San Rafael, CA 94901
Phone: - Email: – Linkedin:

Twitter:

SUMMARY
Experienced Public Affairs professional with a demonstrated history of working in various industries. Skilled in Governmental Relations, Public Affairs, Advocacy, Media Relations, Marketing Communications and Social Media. Strong community relations professional with a Master of Science in Marketing Communications from Golden Gate University.

Background includes:
• Community Relations
• Government Relations
• Business Development
• Strategic Planning and Implementation
• Public Relations
• Crisis Communications
• Budget planning and implementation
• Corporate Social Responsibility Programs
• Event Planning
• Advertising, both print and online

EXPERIENCE

SIMS METAL MANAGEMENT
PR and Government Affairs Manager – West Region 2013 – April 2025 Handle all Government Affairs and community relations for SMM’s West Region – • Build and maintain positive company relations with legislative and executive policy makers and their staff. • Represent Sims Metal Management at hearings and meetings with California State Legislature, California Department of Toxic Substances Control, California Air Resources Board, and other various governmental agencies, business associations, and community organizations. Provided oral presentations and public comments as appropriate. • Build community relations with non-profits and neighborhood groups. Successful in starting and maintaining scholarship programs and business roundtable groups in various communities. • Responsible for addressing crises, proactively and reactively, to minimize impact to the business. • Prepare press releases, informational literature and represent Sims at news conferences and in other forms of media. • Create PR programs that highlight Sims commitment to its communities. • Develop and manage the community outreach budgets for all seven cities in Northern California and work with staff to maximize community outreach.
• Research land use issues and coordinate with Legal Department to provide company response.

GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY, San Francisco, CA
Adjunct Professor 2017
Teach graduate students in the area of Public Affairs. Classes include those on theory, research and evaluation, legal, ethical, and social foundations, crisis management, media strategies, public relations campaigns and strategies, public relations management, and international public relations.

Rx2 MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS, LLC, San Rafael, CA – PR and communications firm serving small businesses, non-profits and B2B media.

Principal 2009 – 2016
Worked with one of the most well-known B2B finance publications, CFO Publishing, to design and execute social media and PR strategies that met client objectives.
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• Developed and managed online social media channels for CFO Publishing (CFO magazine, CFO Conferences and CFO Research) effectively driving brand awareness, engagement and traffic to social media pages and website. • Achieved a strong, visible social media presence and developed concepts that engaged followers. Continuously monitored and measured results and identified top influencers to ensure the success of client programs. • Wrote press releases and pitched stories to national reporters and bloggers. Successful in placing stories in the Wall Street Journal, The Hill, and other key news outlets and blogs. • Worked with staff on award entries and was successful in obtaining several award nominations for client.

THE TOWN OF TIBURON, Tiburon, CA
Director of Marketing 2012 - 2013
Worked directly with the Town Manager and the Marketing Communications task force to develop and implement strategies that increased the number of visitors to the Town and its merchants.

THE MARIN SCHOOL, Sausalito, CA – Independent High School Director of Communications and Marketing 2010 – 2013
Developed a comprehensive marketing communications plan and implemented with the following activities:
• Helped develop new website; managed and developed content for the site. • Developed creative content and managed online social media channels including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Blogger.
• Created and placed advertising for print publications, direct mail, out-of-home and online venues. • Market research
• Wrote and distributed press releases and pitched stories to local media. • Produced and edited videos used for admissions, website and social media channels. • Created new ideas that built awareness for the school, including creating a QR code based scavenger hunt for potential new students.
• Created marketing materials for direct mail and promotional events using QR codes and specialized landing pages. • Measured success of all advertising and social media efforts; revising as necessary. • Produced a weekly e-newsletter via Constant Contact platform that was also integrated with Facebook. • Developed and managed the annual marketing budget.

UBM GLOBAL TRADE (COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS MEDIA), San Francisco, CA 2007 – 2009 Vice President Communications
Established the corporate communications department, developed and implemented the annual marketing communication plan. Was accountable for all corporate marketing initiatives in all domestic and international offices, with management, budgetary and operational oversight of the global communications and creative services teams. Served as a member of the Executive Leadership Team responsible for strategic planning and oversight. Managed an international communications team. • Restructured the Creative Services Department, developing internal workflow processes that resulted in higher quality production and project-based accountability.
• Established a comprehensive employee communications program including development of the company intranet, creation of a town hall meeting style video series featuring the CEO, and production of company wide newsletter that provided consistent messaging to all members of the organization. • Generated greater external recognition for the company by establishing a media relations program, a social responsibility program, “green” movement, and fostering participation in industry awards programs.

PORT OF SAN FRANCISCO, San Francisco, CA 1992 – 2007
Maritime Marketing Manager
Managed all aspects of marketing for Port’s maritime cargo industries including business development for all industrial maritime terminals. Helped promote the excursion and ferry business in the Northern waterfront. 3 | P a g e J i l l R o d b y
• Instrumental in attracting and capturing new break bulk and bulk cargo contracts, growing the Port of San Francisco’s diversity of cargo services.
• Developed and implemented marketing plans and campaigns including special events, press coverage, and creation of collateral marketing materials resulting in increased business opportunities for the Port. • Acted as liaison between the Port and the International Community, creating awareness of the Port’s facilities. • Organized industry based advocacy groups that strengthened the Port’s profile in San Francisco. • Advocated for the industry with city, state, and federal agencies and commissions.

EDUCATION
MS, Integrated Marketing Communications, Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA, BS, Business Administration, Marketing, San Francisco States University, San Francisco, CA Certificate of Distinction, Marketing, University of California, Berkeley, CA Media Training at T.J. Walker Media, New York, NY

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
City of San Rafael Planning Commission – 2023 - current Richmond- Community Air Monitoring Plan
Steering Committee Member 2019
Monterey Corridor Business Association – San Jose, CA
Chair and founder 2015 - 2025
Council of Industries – Richmond, CA
Board member 2018 – 2025
Richmond Chamber of Commerce – Richmond, CA
Board member 2019 - 2025
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI)
National Chair – Metal Theft Task Force 2018 - 2022
West Coast Board Member 2016 - 2025
Seaport Industrial Association – Redwood City, CA
President 2018 - 2025
The Marin School – San Rafael, CA
Board of Trustees 2014 – 2019
San Mateo Sheriff Activities League
Board of Directors 2014 – 2021
Redwood City Education Foundation
Board of Directors 2015
Redwood City Chamber of Commerce
Leadership Program 2014/15
Port of San Francisco Maritime Commerce Advisory Committee Advisory member, 2009 – 2012
Chair of the marketing subcommittee 2011 - 2012
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the North Bay
Board of Directors / Chair of PR & Marketing committee, 2009 – 2013 Big Sister 2010 - 2016
San Francisco State University
Business Advisory Board, 2007 – 2008
World Trade Club
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Board of Directors / Chair of Special Events Committee, 2004 – 2006 Membership and Marketing Committee, 1998 – 2003
Pacific Transportation Association:

Board of Directors 1995 – 2006
Chair 2001
President 2000
Women in Transportation (Women in Logistics) – San Francisco, CA President/Chairwoman, 1993 – 1997
Pacific Coast Coffee Association – San Francisco, CA
Board of Directors, Chair of the Transportation Committee, 1998 – 2000 Boards, Commissions & Committees Application
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Q1
Contact Information / Información del contacto
First and Last Name / Nombre y Apellido Jack Salvemini
Address / Dirección
City / Ciudad San Rafael
State / estado CA
ZIP/Postal Code / Código postal 94903
Email Address / Dirección de correo electrónico
Phone Number / Número de teléfono
Q2
What district do you currently live in?¿En qué distrito vive actualmente?
District 4/Northern / Distrito 4/Norte
Q3
How long have you lived in San Rafael?
Over 50 years
Q4
Business Information
Company ItalFoods Inc
Address 205 Shaw Road
City/Town South San Francisco
ZIP/Postal Code 94080
#132

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Q5
How did you hear about this vacant position?
Friend,
Other (please specify):

Matt Samson and Rachel Kertz
Q6
What Board would you like to apply to?¿A cuál te gustaría aplicar?
Planning Commission
Q18
Do you participate in any civic activities? If so, what are they? Not currently
Q19
List any civic organizations of which you are a member:

Marin Rod and Gun Club
Marin Italian Athletic Club
Q20
Education:

High School diploma
Q21
Why are you interested in serving on a board or commission? I’m always looking at ways of helping my community
Q22
Describe possible areas in which you may have a conflict of interest with the City:

I don’t foresee any
Q23
Upload your resume.

Jack%20Salvemini%20Resume%202025%20copy.pdf (100.2KB)

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Jack Salvemini
San Rafael, CA 94903
Sales and Sales Management Professional
Results-driven sales professional with excellent personal skills including leadership, sales, administration, coaching, presentation and relationship building skills that drives a successful track record by meeting sales goals and developing strategies. Strong expertise in the sale of luxury goods.

Core Competencies and Skills include:

Consultative and Solution Selling · Procurement and Negotiation · Sales and Marketing Plan Development/Execution · Sales Force Development and Management · Strategic & Tactical Forecasting and Planning · Integrity & Professional Credibility · Problem Solving · Innovative and Creative
Professional Experience
ItalFoods, Inc.

Distributor of specialty products from the world over. Territory includes Marin, Sonoma and the Napa Valley.

Sales Representative 2011-present
• Tripled sales in Year 1from $900,000 to over $3,000,000 • Exceeded sales quota’s every year
• Grew territory by adding new customers and increasing sales within existing customers Global Sales and Marketing
Western Regional Sales Director 2010
Importer of cheeses from countries throughout Europe, selling to large distributors (Sysco, US Foodservice, Tony’s Fine Foods, DPI and Unified Grocers) and directly to large retailers and foodservice customers (Costco, Trader Joes and Pasta Pomodoro). Brokered our own products through our distributors to retailers such as Savemart, Albertsons, Whole Foods and King Soopers.

California Shower Door Company 2006-2009
Account Executive
Designed, consulted, measured and sold shower enclosures for a shower door manufacturer in San Francisco.

Projects varied from small single units to large scale multi-unit buildings (WebCor, Swinerton, Plath, Mayta & Jensen, Angotti & Reilly and Mueller Nichols)
• In first 6 months set three new weekly sales records in the companies 70 year history • In 1 year assisted six times to break monthly sales records • Achieved annual sales volume of $850k by soliciting new business through referrals, networking and coldcalling in greater San Francisco area Marin Cheese Company
Sales Manager/Account Executive 1999-2006
Importer and distributor of fine cheeses and foods to specialty stores, groceries and restaurants in the Bay Area.

Responsible for training and managing sales team as well as key accounts. Negotiated marketing and pricing strategies with key accounts.
• Led team to over 8 million dollars in annual sales
• Personally responsible for over 1.5 million dollars annually • Set monthly ads & promotions for single & multiple store chains (i.e. Whole Foods, Andronico’s Markets, Mollie Stones, Beverages and More…, United Markets, Woodlands Markets and Key Markets) • Planned & facilitated monthly sales meetings to educate & motivate sales representatives • Responsible for short and long term business results of over 500 sku's • Accomplished goals while improving distributor, industry and consumer relationships and increasing brand equity and profitability
Route Salesperson/Category Manager 1985-1999
• Over 20 years as Category Manager (ordered product, suggested retail, merchandised product, set promotions, & introduced new products)
• Managed between 75 to 120 customers: 95% of which were seen every week • Met or exceeded sales quotas every year while in sales & management • Retained and grew accounts 15% – 20% yearly in all areas of the Bay Area • Maintained a large variety of customers from national chains & Bay Area gourmet specialty stores to local corner grocery stores
• Served on Board of Directors for Northern California Deli Council Education
Santa Barbara City College-left to assume a leadership role in family business.

Community Engagement
• Board Member of the Terra Linda Orcas Swim Team-6 years • The Voice for the Terra Linda Orcas Swim team- 6 years • Member of the Marin County Fishing Advisory Committee- 1 year • Coached Soccer in the former Dixie Soccer League- 4 seasons

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San Rafael City Council
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