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CITY OF SEBASTOPOL
CITY COUNClL
AGENDA ITEM
January L6,2024
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Kari Svanstrom, Planning Director
Planning Commission Appointments
Make reappointments to Planning Commission
Currently Budgeted: n Yes n ruo M ruot Applicable
Account Code: N/A
I NTRODUCTION/PU RPOSE:
The item is to request the City Council consider and make appointments for two Planning Commission openings.
BACKG RO U N D/DISCU JSISTIi
PLANNING COMMISSION _ 4 YEAR TERM
The Planning Commission meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Sebastopol Youth Annex, 425 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA. Appointments are four years and the term ending date for the current vacancies will be December 31,2028.
Municioal Code Chaoter ).?4. Plannins Commission states for Membe and Terms as follows:
A. The Commission shall consist of seven members or such other numbers as the City Council shall, from time to time, determined by resolution, but in no event less than five members. An alternate may also be appointed who may serve as a member in the absence of a regular member, or if there is a vacant member position.
B. The members of the Commission and the alternate shall be from among residents of the City of Sebastopol or shall be the owner of a business within the City of Sebastopol, and up to one person who is not in one of the above categories, but who is a resident of the 95472-zip code area, may also be appointed. Members and the alternate shall be appointed by a majority of the members of the City Council.
C. Members shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council, and may be terminated without cause, by a majority of the City Council.
D. Members shall not serve for more than four years unless reappointed by the City Council E. ln the event new Commissioners are appointed by reason of any increase in the number of the Commission, they shall serve for such period of time as to provide for as close to equal a number of commissioners being selected each year as possible.
F. Final determination of the length of the term of new members shall be determined by the City Council.
G. All terms of office shall commence on January 1st of the year of appointment.
The current Planning Commission Members are as follows
PLANNING COMMISSION TERM ENDING DATE RESIDENTAND/OR BUSINESS IN TOWN Seth Hanley 12/31./2023 Resident
Evert Fernandez, Chair 12/3r/2023 Resident/Business in town Paul Fritz, Vice Chair 1.2/31./2024 Resident
Kathy Oetinger 1.2/31./2024 Lives Outside City Limits/in zip code Agenda ltem Number 7
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Deborah Burnes 1.2/31./2024 Resident/ Business in town
The City Council received applications from the following individuals for the two openings on the Planning Commission
Name of Applicant Category
Seth Hanley Residgnt
Evert Fernandez Resident
Both applicants are currently serving as Planning Commissioners and have been interviewed previously by the Council. The Council is asked to consider reappointing the two applicants on the Planning Commission since there are no new applicants. Alternatively, the Council could elect to conduct interviews for the two applicants, in which case staff would work to schedule interviews.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The proposed action is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) GOAIJ:
This action supports the followin g2019 City Council Goals and General Plan Actions Goal 5: Provide Open and Responsive Municipal Government Leadership PUBLIC COMMENT:
As of the writing of this staff report, the City has not received any public comment. However, staff anticipates receiving public comment from interested parties following the publication and distribution of this staff report.
Such comments will be provided to the City Council as supplemental materials before or at the meeting. ln addition, public comments may be offered during the public comment portion of the agenda item.
PUBLIC NOTICE:
This item was noticed in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and was available for public viewing and review at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting date.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the recommended action tonight.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Sebastopol City Council reappoint the applicants to the Planning Commission ATTACHMENTS:
Application materials (redacted)
APPROVAI.S:
Department Head Approval:
CEQA Determination (Planning) :
Ad m in istrative Services/Financia I Approval
Approval Date
Approval Date
Approval Date
N/A
Approval Date
Approval Date
1/rt/24
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Costs authorized in Citv Approved Budget: E Yes- n No J crty Attorney Approvar:
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Agenda ltem Number 7
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Mayor Sarah Glade Gurney
Vice Mayor Una Glass
John Eder
Robert Jacob
Patrick Slayter
Agenda ltem Number 7
Gity Manager
Larry Mclaughlin
[email protected]
Assistant Gity ManageriGity Glerk' MMG
Mary Gourley
mgou [email protected]
Gity of Sebastopol
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
TO CrrY BOARDS/COMMITTEES/AND COMMISSIONS
PLANNING COMMISSION
Citv Boards. Gommissions. and Gommittees
fnere.are presently five boards, committees, and commissions appointed by the City Council. They are as follows:
. Planning Commission
. Design Review Board
. Business Outreach Committee (suspended)
. Public Arts Committee
. Complete Streets Advisory Committee
The bodies are comprised of community members who volunteer for service and are appointed by the City Council. All committee members serve at the pleasure of the City Council. The primary responsibility of the committees is to implement adopted City policy and advise and make recommendations to the Gity Council. The adoption of policies, the issuance of proclamations, and the approval of agreements and other official acts of the City are the responsibility of the City Council. The City Manager designates as official staff liaison to each committee' Application Process
When a ,,'acancy on a board, committee or commission occurs, the City Clerk prepares a press release that is distributed to local media, including the Sonoma West County Times and News. The vacancy is also announced at City Hall and on the City of Sebastopol's web site http://ci.sebastopol.ca.us/ Applications for vacancies are obtained from the City Clerk's office and completed applications are submitted to the City Clerk's office. Three to four weeks after the vacancy announcement, the completed applications are forwarded to the City Council in a regular agenda packet for public review. The City Council interviews all applicants at a meeting open to the public. The official appointment of commission members is made at a City Council meeting.
Terms of Office
Board, commission, and committee members generally serve two, three, or four-year overlapping terms.
There is no monetary compensation or benefits for board, commission, or committee members.
The City Council may reappoint incumbent members or fill vacancies with new appointees. Some bodies limit the number of consecutive terms an individual may serve.
Members are expected to serve their full terms of office; however, when a member must resign, due to personal or professional circumstances, he/she should send a letter to the City Council stating the effective date of the resignation. A member shall be removed from office upon three affirmative votes of the City Council, based on one of the following grounds:
. At the pleasure of the City Council, without cause:
. lf he/she is absent from three consecutive meetings, unless permission by a majority vote of the board, committee or commission had been granted as reflected in the official minutes of the body. . Or by operation of the City Code if:
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NAME SETH HANLEY
. lf he/she is convicted of a crime of moral turpitude. . lf he/she ceases to be a qualified board, commission or committee member per the City of Sebastopol Municipal Code.
General Responsibilities of Boards, Commissions, and Committees City boards, commissions, and committees shall have the following general powers, duties and responsibilities in addition to those set forth in the Sebastopol Municipal Code and various Resolutions:
. To establish rules and regulations governing the election of their officers, the holding of meetings and the conduct of business.
. To use all appropriate techniques in crystallizing and testing public sentiment on major public issues in their respective fields.
. To hold official hearings as required by law or requested by the City Council. . To advise and recommend on City policies and procedures pertinent to their respective activities and functions.
. To support and adhere to all City policies promulgated by the City Council and to establish needed interim policies in the absence of the same.
. To provide information and promote good public relations between the City and the general public. . To perform such other related functions as may be assigned to them by the City Council.
Desirable Characteristics in Applicants for Boards, Commissions, and Committees While membership on City boards, committees and commissions requires no specific qualifications, with the exception of some seats on the Design Review Board and the Public Arts Committee, there are desirable characteristics for which the Council will be looking as they review applications:
. Familiarity with Community
The Council would require appointees to be familiar with the physical, social, and economic make-up of the City. Applicants should have demonstrated an active interest and involvement in the community Familiarity with Major /ssues
While it will be assumed that applicants are familiar with the specific issues that are being addressed by the board, committee or commission for which they are applying, it is also expected that applicants be aware of issues which will impact all sectors of City programs and services' Knowledge of the Board, Commission or Committee
During the application process, applicants should become familiar with the responsibilities and role in the City's policy-making structure of the board, committee or commission for which they are applying.
Commitment to Serye
When appointed, members are expected to serve their term of office. While personal or professional circumstances might prompt an unexpected resignation, applicants who are aware of any reasons why they may not be able to complete a full term or attend regularly scheduled meetings, should indicate this on the application. While time commitments willvary depending upon schedules and workload, members are expected to attend all scheduled meetings. ln addition to attending scheduled meetings, members may be expected to participate in study sessions or serve on subcommittees' Relationship with the Community
As a member of a City board, committee or commission, your actions will reflect on the City of Sebastopol and you are required to relate to the community with impartiality and courtesy.
Commitment to CiW Policy:
The City Council has adopted ordinances and policies following an appropriate public process. As an appointed board, committee or commission member, your duty is to abide by such policies rather than implement personal preferences.
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NAME: SETH HANLEY
Tips for Applvinq for a Gitv Board. Commission. or Committee fype or neatly print your application. Due to the quantity of applications the Council must review, a neat application is appreciated.
Answer all questions on the application, Council reviews your application to gain an understanding of your background and experience, and what skills and talents you believe you could bring to a particular board, committee or commission. Don't forget to sign and date your application.
Attend one or two meetings of the board, committee or commission for which you are applying. Find out what the current issues are, and what issues may be coming in the future. Review the minutes of past meetings, available on the City web site or at City Hall depending on the appointment being applied for.
Talk to a current member. Current members can share with you their experience, give you an estimate of the time commitment involved, and what they see as current and future issues. lf you have questions about the function and role of members, talk with the City staff liaison to the board, committee or commission you are applying for. The City Clerk can provide contact information for City staff members who are assigned to work with the boards, committees and commissions. lt is important to note that City staff members cannot and do not recommend or lobby for any applicant.
Find out City Council's priorities and interests. Attend City Council meetings and review meeting minutes.
Council meeting videos are archived on the City's website http://ci.sebastopol.ca.us/ and are available for purchase on DVD from the City Clerk's Office.
Review the Code of Ethics for Appointed and Elected Officials (the Brown Act), available by request from the City Clerk's Office and understand that if you are appointed to a board, committee or commission, you will be required to abide by it.
Prepare for the interview. Although we do not know what specific questions Council will ask, we suggest that you clarify for yourself why you are applying for a specific board, committee or commission, understand its role and function, and be familiar with the current issues it is examining.
Treat the interview with City Council as a business or job interview. Understand that the City Council is not only considering what experience, skills and talents you bring, they are interested in how you will represent the City.
APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SEBASTOPOL BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES
PLANNING COMMISSION
Contact lnformation
Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, MMC
Mary Gourley
7120 Bodega Avenue
P,O. Box 1776
Sebastopol, CA 95473
M go u rley@cityofsebastopol. org
phone: 707-823-1153 fax: 707-823-1135
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NAME: SETH HANLEY
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday - 7:00 am - 5:00 pm (closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm for lunch) Closed every Friday
lnstructions:
Use this form to apply to serve on any of the City of Sebastopol's Boards, Committees or Commissions Please complete the entire form. lf a question does not apply, please note as not applicable. Please deliver completed form, by the date and time due, to the City Clerk. All applications will be reviewed by the City Council. Please note your information will not be made public unless otherwise indicated. lf appointed, you have a choice whether you wish to have your contact information made public.
Name: SETH HANLEY
Home Address, City, State and Zip Code:
Home Phone Number:J
lf appointed, do you want this number to be available to the public? NO
Work Phone tlrmnetf
lf appointed, do you want this number to be available to the public? NO
E-MailAddress:
lf appointed, do you want this address to be available to the public? NO
Are you a registered voter in Sebastopol?
YES
lf so, for how long?
9 YEARS
Do you hold a current business license from the City of Sebastopol? NO
Board, Commission, or Committee being applied for?
PLANNING COMMISSION
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NAME: SETH HANLEY
Design Review Board Supplemental Questions:
Which Gategory are you Applying For?
Cateqory A
n Licensed Architect
Have you attended a meeting of this body? When?
NO
Have you served on, interviewed for, or applied for this body previously? NO
Present Employer: DESIGN BLITZ
Job Title: CO-FOUNDER, PARTNER, ARCHITECT
Have you previously served on any governmental bodies or held elected office? NO
Please list civic or charitable organization to which you belong or have belonged AMERTCAN TNSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (AlA)
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Have you been an officer in any of these organizations? lf so, please list position held and dates AIA, REDWOOD EMPIRE CHAPTER, BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2OO7 .2012 What special interests, skills and talents would you bring to this board, commission, or committee? AS A LICENSED ARCHITECT, WITH NEARLY 25 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IN THE
US, AND OVERSEAS, I BRING DESIGN EXPERTISE AND A BROAD PERSPECTIVE ON URBAN PLANNING. AS A RESIDENT OF SEBASTOPOL I HAVE A VESTED INTEREST IN BOTH SUPPORTING, AND HELPING TO GUIDE, THE COMMUNITY'S DEVELOPMENT. MY WIFE AND I CO-FOUNDED OUR AWARD-WINNING DESIGN FIRM IN 2009, AND TOGETHER WE HAVE GROWN THE BUSINESS TO 4 LOCATIONS ACROSS THE U.S. THE ECONOMIC REALITIES OF
DEVELOPMENT AND BUSINESS OWNERSHIP ARE PART AND PARCEL OF OUR WORK AND THIS LENS WILL ALSO BE OF BENEFIT TO A POSITION ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
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PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION
. SETH HANLEY
Please list any college, professional or vocational schools you have attended with major subject studied, dates and any earned degrees:
LEEDS METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY, LEEDS, U.K. 1994-1997:
BA (HONS) ARCHTTECTURE (RIBA 1)
OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY, OXFORD, U,K. 1998-2OOO:
GRADUATE DTPLOMA lN ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN (RIBA 2) LICENSED TO PRACTISE ARCHITECTURE IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CA, CO, M, UT Please list any special awards or recognition you have received:
FULL LIST OF DESIGN AWARDS AND PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Please state why you would like to become a member of this board, commission, or Committee, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this body:
I'D LIKE TO PUT MY EXPERTISE TO USE IN SUPPORT OF MY COMMUNITY, AND ACTIVELY PARTICPATE IN CONVERSATIONS REGARDING DEVELOPMENTS THAT IMPACT THIS CITY. I'M
MOTIVATED BY THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES THAT ARISE FROM MOVING SEBASTOPOL FORWARD, WHILE ALSO RESPECTING SEBASTOPOL'S UNIQUE CHARACTER.
AREAS OF PARTTCULAR TNTEREST ARE HOUSING (TNCREASING AND IMPROVING) AND SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESSES AS THEY ADAPT TO NEW MARKET CHALLENGES.
Are you associated with any organization/employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position?
NO
City policy directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a poiential conflict of interest such as property ownership near a project, or a financial relationship with the applicant. Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises? YES
How did you hear about this oPening?
PAUL FRITZ, EXISTING PLANNING COMMISSIONER
ls there any other information that you feelwould be usefulto the City Council in reviewing your application?
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PTANNING COMMISSION APPTICATION Agenda ltem Number 7
NAME: SETH HANLEY
MY WIFE AND I LIVE
POWERED (TNCLUDI NG OUR
URH
ARE SOLAR
AND CONSTRUCTED
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AN ADU AS PART OF THE RENOVATIONS SO WE HAVE DIRECT EXPERIENCE OF BUILDING IN
SE ARCHITECTURE, WE ALSO GROW HOPS AT MY WIFE'S FAMILY
AND THESE ARE SOLD TO LOCAL BREWERIES.
Applicant's Signature
Applicant's Name (PLEASE PRINT): SETH HANLEY
Date:07.27.23
PLANNING COMMISSION APPTICATION Agenda ltem Number 7
NAME: SETH HANLEY
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PLEASE ANSWER QUESTIONS BELOW AND SUBMIT WITH THE APPLICATION What do you think qualifies you to be appointed to this boardicommittee/commission? NEARLY 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN ARCHITECTURAL PRACTISE, INCLUDING RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL DESIGN ENTERPRISE FOR 14 YEARS, COMBINED WITH LIVING IN AND LOVING THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOL.
Are there particular issues you think the board/committee/commission should concentrate on?
PLACE-MAKING AND ECONOMIC VIABILITY OVER THE LONG TERM, WHICH INCLUDES BALANCING HOUSING WITH BUSINESS AND JOBS.
How should community comments be integrated into the board/committee/commission decision-making process?
COMMUNITY OPINION MATTERS, AND IF IT IS REASONED AND INFORMED, THEN IT CAN HELP SHAPE THE DECISION-MAKING PROCESS. THAT SAID, DECISION MAKING AT THIS LEVEL MUST
SERVE THE GREATER COMMUNITY INTEREST, AND REPSECT THE BROADER LEGAL CONTEXT lf appointed, how would you handle it if another board/committee/commission member vehemently disagrees with your comments on a regular basis?
CONSENUS BUILDING IS PART OF ANY LEADERSHIP POSITION, AND I'D SEEK TO RECONCILE RECURRING DIFFERENCES WITH A FELLOW BOARD MEMBER PRIVATELY. THAT'S NOT TO SAY THAT SPIRITED CONVERSATION, EVEN DISAGREEMENT SHOULD BE AVOIDED. THIS IS AT
TIMES IN PUBLIC INTEREST PROVIDED IT IS RESPECTFUL, THAT SAID, PERSONAL HOSTILITIES
SHOULDN'T PLAY OUT PUBLICLY, AND IT'S IN THE COMMUNITY'S INTERESTS FOR COMMISSIONERS TO FIND ALIGNMENTS ON POLICY WHERE POSSIBLE.
How would you handle a situation where a proposal comes before your board/committee/commission that the City staff finds consistent with City policies and standards, but that you personally do not support?
CITY POLICIES AND STANDARDS CANNOT BE DERAILED BY ONE INDIVIDUAL WITH A DIFFERING PERSONAL OPINION, OR AGENDA, INCLUDING ME.
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TO CITY BOARDS/COMMITTEES/AND COMMISSIONS
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city councir Meetins packet ot January rlihe,Hr1"il|JTi:llt Clir Boardu Cou$fuslqus. ard Qommittees
-
ous boards, committees, and commissions as listed below:
r Planning Commission
. Desigt Review Board
. Publip Arts Corrmittee
. other Miscellaneous Boards/committeevcomnrission as Approved by the city council The bodies are comprised ofcomnrunity members who volunteer for service and are appolnted !1 the City Council' Alt committce membefs serve at the plJasure of the city corurcil. The primary responsibility of the committees is ;;;i;; aOopicU clty poticy, *iU sdvise and make reconrmcndations ts {}e City Council. The a<ioption of ;di;;, rh; issuance of /m.tamarions, and the approval of agrecmenh and ofier oflicial asts of the City are the i-rp""ribifiq, of the City Council, The City Manager deeignates as oflicial stafflisison io eaclt commitlee' Atpliqntlo4.?roe*s*
fiffit"*rt"y ** board, committee or commission occurs, the City Clerk prepares apress release that is Oi-nii"t"ai" f.i"al media including ihe Sonoma West County Times and News' The vacancy is alm announced at city g"il and on the city of sebastopol's web site http://ci.sebastopol.ca.usl Applications for vacancies are obtained from the City ClerlCs office and completedappli are submitted to the b-ity Ci*tt, officc. Three to four wsekr a&er ilre vaoancy announocm€nl the cornpleted applicutions are forwarded t" rir* Ciiy C*ncil in a t"golut
"genO"
packet {irr pubtic review. Tbe City Council interviews all applicante at a ;*6d;n* to the publiJ ne Jmciat appoiutmint of Commission, Iioard or Committee tnembers i$ msde at B City Council meeting.
TErus of Qfrlge
Boan! c'mmiusion, and committee members generally serve two, thr_ee, or forrr-year overlapping terms' There is no ;;;r;t;;p"*ation or benefits for board, commission, or oommittae membersfne Citv councit 111uv ."uppolnt incumbent members or fill vacancies with new appointees, Some bodies limit the numberof oonsecutive.terns an individual may serve'
Mombers are expocted to serve their full termq of office; however, when a menrber rnust resigtt, due to personal or profesrional circunrstanc$,lre/she shoufa-send a letter to the City Council sbting the elfective date df the rcsiguation. A menber rf,uiiUu i**o"cd &om offrce upon thrce affrrmttiw l'otes of lhe City Council, based on one of the following groundsl
. At the pleazuro of the City Council, without cause:
. If hs/she is absont from fliree .onsccutive mcetings, unless permission by a majority vote of the board, committee or oommission had been granted as reflacted in the official minutes of the body. . 0rby operation of theCitYCodeif,
, . lf he/she is corlioted of a crime of moral twpinrde' . If he/she ceases to be a qualified board eommission or committes member per the City of Sebastopol Municipal Code.
General Responsibilities of Boards, Commissions' and Committees city loaras, qornmissisniland conrnrittess shall have the following general powers, duties and responsibilities in uJ&tion ie ihosc set forth in the Sebastcpol Municipal Code and various Resolutions:
, To establisb rules and rcgulations governing the olection of their officers, the holding of meetings and the conduct of business for these meetings.
. To use all ap,propriate techniiues in crystallizing and testing public sentiment on major pubtic issues in fheir respective fields.
. To Lold offrcial hearings as required by law or requested by the City Counoil' Agenda ltem Number 7
. To advise and rpcommend on City policies and procedures pertiaeut to their respective activities and functions. . To support and adhere to all City policies promulgated by the City Council and to establish needed interim policies in the absence of the same.
o To provide information and promote good public relations between the Ciiy and the general public. r To perform such other rclated firnctions as may be assigned to them by the City Council.
Desirable Characteristics in Applicants for Boards, Commissians, and Comnittees While membership on City boards, commisees and commissions requires no specific qualifications, with tho exception of some seah on the Design Review Board and the Public Arts Comrnitteo, there are desirable characteristics for which the Council will be looking as they review applications; . Fdmiliarity with Conmunity
The Council would require appointees to be familiar with the physical social, and economic mako-up of the City Applicants should have demonstrated an active interest and involvement in the community.
Familiarity wilh Mqiar Issues
While it will be assusred that applicants are familiar with tbe specific issues that are being addressed by the boarrd, commiftcs or commission for which they arc applying, it i$ ulso uxpcclal that applicants be aware of issues which will impact all sectors of City programs and services.
Knowledge of the Board, Commission or Corunittcs
During lhe upplicution prrocess, applicauts should bccome familir witr the responsibilities and mle in ths City's policy-making struc[rre of the board, committee or commission for which tbey are alrplying, Comnitmcnt to Seme
When appointcd, membeis are expectcd trl sstve their term of offire. While personal ar professionnl circumsances raight prorupt ar unexpccted resigraliorl applicants u'hc are au,sr€ of any reasons why they may uol be ablc to complete a full term or attend regularly scheduled meetings, should indicate this on the application. \Vhile time commitment* will vary depcnding upon schedules and wortload, members are expected to attend all scheduled meetings. In addition to attending scheduled meetings, members may be expected to participate in study sessions or serve otr subcommiftees.
Relationshlp with the Community
As a member of a City board, committee or commission, your actions will reflect on fte City of Sebastopol aud you are required to relate to the community with impartiality and courtesy.
Commitment to City Policy:
The City Council has adopted ordinances and policies following an approlriate public process, As au appointed board, committee or commission metnber, your duty is to abide by such policies rether than implementlersirnal prcferences.
Tlnr for,{nrylvinq.for a City Borrd. Comnritrlon, or Clomulttee Type or neatly print your 4plication. Due to the quantity of applications the Council must review, a neaJ ' application is appreciated.
Answer all questions on the application. Council reviews your application to gain anrmderstanding of your background and experience, and what skills and talents you believe you could bring to a particular board, cornmittee or commissiotr. Don't forget to sigu and date your application.
Atter,rd one or two meetings of the board, committoc or commission for which you arc applying. Find out what the currant issues are, and what issues may be coming in tile future. Review the minutes of past moetings, available on the Cify web site or at City t{all depending on the appointnont being applied for.
Talk to a cu[ent member. Current members cnn shcre with you their cxperience, t]rey can gtvc you an cstimate of the time commitnent involved, ard they can discuss with you what they see as curront and firture issues for lhe City.
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If you have questions aborf the fimction and role of members, talk with the City staffliaison to the board, ,o"**ittr" oi commission you are applying fbr. The Crty Clert< can provtcie contact infonnation for City staff members who are assigred to work witir the uoaras, committees and commissions. It is important to note that City stafflmembers cannot and do not recommend or lobby for any applicant' Find out City Council.s priorities and interests. Attend City Council meetings andreview meeting minutes. Council mr"t-g "iaios
are archived on the City's website hltp://si.sebastopol.ca.ud and are available for purchase on DVD from the City Clerk's Office.
Appointed and Elected Officials (thc Brown Act), available by request from the City thliif yoo.r. appointed to a board, committee or commission, you will be reguired Review the Code of Bthics for Clerkns Offrce and rrnderstand
to abide by it.
prqpare fsr the interview. Althaugh we doaot lnow what specifie qu€$tions Council will ask, we sugg€{it that yor oi#fy fo, yoursolf why you arc spplying fol a specific board, cotnmitiee or commission. undersland its role snd function, ana be famliar with tlre cutent issues it is examining' Treat the interview with city couucil as a business or job interview. understand that the city council is not only considering what experienci, skills and talents you bring, they are intecested in how you will represent the City' APPLICATION FOR CITY OI' SEBASTOPTOL BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTnES Conlact Information
Assistant City Manager/City Clerk' MMC
Mary GourleY
7120 Bodega Avenue
P.O. Box 1776
Sebastopol, CA95473
M gourley@cityofsebastoPol-org
phone: 707-823'1153
fax: 707-823-1135
Offioe Hoursl Monday - Thursday - 7:00 am - 5:30 pm (closed 12100 pm - l:00 pm for lunch) Closed every FridaY
Instructions:
iffi69 apply to serve on any of the City of Sebastopol's Boatds, Commifiees or Cornmissions' Please ;id" ,h; "ot'*'for.
*A either print and muit it to Au
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above, or ernail yorn completed application to
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Board" C*lntnissic)1'1, $r Comrnittee bei*g appliecl for'l planning.Cqtnmission.
Name: Evert Fernandez
Home Address, City, State and Zip Code:
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Name: EVERT FERNANDEZ
Home Phone Number:
If appointed, do you want this numbet to be visible to the public? nYes fNo
Work Phone Nunber:
If appointed, do you waot ihis, number to be visible to the public? oYes tsNo
Facsimilc Ngmber.
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n/aIf appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? sYes nNo
E-Mail Adilress: If
appointed, do you want thie ad&css to be visible to the public? nYs,r nNo
Aru yuup registerql votcr in Sebustopol?
dYes oNo
Ifso, for how long? d.Ourc
Do you hold a cuntnt business licenee from the City of Sabastopol? 0(Yes nNo
Ifso, for how long? ?vrs
Have you attended a meeting of this body? When?
Yes. While servinq on the Commission
Have you servod on, intervieurerl for, or appliod for this body previously? XYes oNo
If so, when? 2020
Present Self Employed
Job Financial Advisor/Business Advisor
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Please list civio or rharitable organizstion to which you belong or have belonged:
Active 20-30 lnternational Service Glubs, Alumni Member Santa Rosa #50 Chapter Honorary Member, sebastopol#63 and san Jose, costa Rica #532 Have you been an officer in any of lhese organizations? If so, please list position helil anil dates:
President (1992) Santa Rosa #50 - National Board Member 1997-98' lntemational President (1 999'2000)
What special intofests, skills and talents would you bring to this board commission, or comrnittee? I have the background, skills and experience as a Sebastopol Native, raising a family here being a business ownei, participating in community events and my priorterms as Planning commissioner' I have extensive knowledge of the City General Plan, having participating in the most recent update' I have an understanding of local zoning ordences and have colaborated with the Planning Director and several other City Staff, Managers and Council members' please list any college, professional or vooational schools you bave attended with major subject studied' dates and any earaed degrees:
santa Rosa Junior college - 1978-1980 Associate of Arts Degree Sacramento State Univerity - 1980-82 - Bachelor Science, Business Name: EV FERNANDEZ Agenda ltem Number 7
Have you previously served on any govsrnmental bodies or beld elected office? If so please list position held and dates:
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Ploase list any speoial twr;uus rrr rnurrBrnirurr you ravc rc!-civcd; I have received various recognitions and awards for multiple community servlce participation and accomplishmenls.
Please state why you would like to become a member of this boand, commission or Commiflee, including what specific objectives you would be wor*ing toward as a memlrcr ofthis body:
Our city ig facing various challenges as well as many opportunities for the future. Those include, transportation, housing, economic vitality and the environment among othels, thatwill affect our quality of llfe.
I would like to continueparticipating in community improvement projects, inchding lves Park and other local parks. I would like to continue to represent and be a voice for underserved and cultural populations such as the Hispanic communig,
Are you associated with any organizationlemployment drat might be deemed a conflict of inlerest in performing your duties if appointed to this position?
syes )bNo
If yes, please state name of organizatioulsrnploym"nf_
City_policy direcb all appointe{ advisory body arembers not to vote on matters uihere there exists a potential conflict of interpst such ae property ownership near a project, or a financial rcfutiqprhiF with the applicant. Would you be willing to abshin from voting if zuch a conllict arises? XYes oNo
How did you hear about this opening?
Position open due to my curent term ending.
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Is there any other information that you feel wouldbe useful to the City Council in reviewing your application and rnaterials provided with the application?
I have had an excellent attendance/participation record, including during The Pandemic. I have served in this role with impartiality and respectfulness. I have a track record of working wellwith my fellow commissioners.
I have neen proactive in updating the commission procedures to create better collaboration with the planning Deiartment. I have ab6 been instrumental in encouraging-and leading Commissioners to be more active and creative in their participation. When serving as Chair, I have been very involved in partnering with the planning director in setting lgenda items. i'l"rii"" obje&ively *upport*a fie best interests af cltizens, Businesses the environment and the resourcei we have in a productive and respectful manner' What do you think qualifies you to be appointed to this board/committee/commission? My past accomplishments and success as a cornmissioner and my desire to see through important city projects, currently in progress or coming up. I believe that my record, performance and accomplishments as a commissioner speak for themselves.
Are there particular iszues you think the board/couunittee/commission should concentrate on? As the planning Commission also serves as the Parks Commission, lthink attention and efforts need to be focused on improvements to our all our parks. I have been instrumental in park reviews with an eye towards imProvements.
The Commission can also be proactive in strategies and zoning policy improyements to create more ilr"i.g ;tportunities, with existing structures. Make it easier to create more living spaces. Also, continu-e to solicit more community involvement'
How should community commenb be integrated into the board/committee/commission decision-making process? Whenever possible and if appropriate, solicit input. Also, increase public awareness of agenda items coming to the commission. I always make an effort to visit sites in person ahead of time that are scheduled before us.
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If appointed, how would you handle it if another boardicommittee./commission member vehemcntly disagrees n'iih your cornmen$ on a rsgular baeie?
lwould handle it as I have in the past, making sure I understand their position, reasoning and traking it into account for my deliberations. I have always had excellent rapport with everyone I have served with regardless of differing opinlons.
How would you handle a situation whete a proposal comes before your board/committee/commission lhat tte City stafffinds consistent with City policies and shndards, but that you personally do not support? I have had instances wher€ I did not believe in support of certain items before us. However, I understand our responsibilities to make decisions within the scope of our authorlty, even if it means going against my perconalfeelings. But I have also challenged oertain items being respectful and considerate of everyone involved and I will not hesitate to do so in the fufure.
I certify that I have lhoroughly understand al! ryaterial in this application, Applicant's Sipaturc
Applioant's Name (PLEASE PRINT): EVe( arnandez
Date; 11-24-2023
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