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CITY OF SEBASTOPOL
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM
February 6,2024
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
City Administration / Kari Svanstrom, Planning Director Climate Action Committee (CAC) lnterview
That the City Council interview the new applicant for an opening on the Climate Action Committee (This opening is for the following: Resident and/or of Climate Background), make an appointment later in the meeting
Currently Budgeted: n Yes n ruo M ruot Applicable
Account Code: N/A
Funding:
I NTRODUCTION/PU RPOSE:
The item is to request the City Council to conduct the interview for an opening for one position out of the seven openings on the Sebastopol Climate Action Committee (CAC) and consider making an appointment later in the agenda. Of the seven current openings, two applicants have reapplied for their current position and one new application has been received. Staff is recommending reappointment without interviews of those two reapplications and an interview of the one new application. This action would leave four unfilled positions on the Climate Action Committee.
BACKGROUN D/DISCUSSION:
SEBASTOPOL CLTMATE ASIION COMMITTEE (SCAC)-TWO YEAR TERMS The Climate Action Committee (SCAC) meets the second Tuesday of each month from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Sebastopol Youth Annex, 425 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA. Appointments are two years and the term ending date for the current vacancies will be December 3I,2026. The Committee membership ranges from lL to 13 and are appointed by Council. Of the seven available positions the Planning Department received three applications, two of which were applications from current members reapplying for their current position and one new application.
The interview to be conducted tonight is to fill a flexible position on the Climate Action Committee for a term ending on Decembe r 3L,2025. The City Clerk noticed the vacancy on November 16th, 2023, in the Press Democrat, City Hall Bulletin Board, and various other media outlets. The application deadline was extended on December 8th,2023, and Staff received one new application and two applications from Committee members who have served previously,
l-5-minute interview for the applicant is scheduled as follows
CLIMATE ACTION COMMITTEE INTERVIEW
Climate Action Committee (One Seot Openl
5:30 pm Phillip Carter Resident, Climate Background
The current terms/categories are listed below (members with terms ending on December 31,2023 in bold.) Agenda ltem 1 Number
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MEMBERS TERM ENDING
DATE
CATEGORY STATUS
Kenna Lee t2/3u2023 Resident, Climate Backsround Reapplied Liselotte (Lisa) Pierce t2/3L/2A23 Resident, Climate Background Reapplied Sunali ShantiSikand L213L12023 Rights of Nature
Dena Allen L2/3L12023 Resident, Climate Background
Zeno Swititink t2/3t/2024 Resident, Climate Background
Josho Somine 12/3t/2024 Ecological Background
Alexander Goodman 72/31./2024 Climate Background
Emmett Hopkins 12/31/2024 Climate Backsround
Deborah Burnes t2/3t/2023 Business Owner Representative Evert Fernandez Appointed Planning Commission Liaison
Ambrosia Thompson Appointed Zero Waste Representative
Sandra Maurer
Diana Rich
City Council Liaisons
Coincides with
assignment to RCPA
and ZWS
appointments
Youth Representative Vacant
Youth Representative Vacant
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
This ltem is Not a "Project" Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(bX5) GOAIS:
This action supports the following2OT9 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. Any comments received following the publication and distribution of this staff report will be provided to the City Council as supplemental materials before or at the meeting. In 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 IMPACI:
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the recommended action tonight.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Sebastopol City Council interview the applicant for the Climate Action Committee and make an appointment later in the meeting, as well as reappoint the two members of the Climate Action Committee.
Attachments
Application (redacted)
Approvals:
Department Head Approval:
CEQA Determination (Planning)
Approval Date:
Approval Date:
Januarv 3Oth, 2024
Januarv l7th,2o?4
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Ad m i n istrative Se rvices/Fi na n cia I Approval :
Costs authorized in Citv Approved Budget: ! Yes tr No M N/A Approval Date:
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City Attorney Approval : 3 z
City Manager Approval:
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
TO CITY BOARDS/COMMITTEES/AND COMMISSIONS
Citv Boards. Commissions. and Committees
The City Council appoints members to various boards, committees, and commissions as listed below:
. Planning Commission
. Design Review Board
. Public Arts Committee
. Other Miscellaneous Boards/Committees/Commission as Approved by the City Council 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 City Council. The adoption of policies, the issuance of proclamations, and the approval of agreements and other official acts of the City are the iesponsibility of the City Council. The City Manager designates as official staff liaison to each committee.
Apnlication Process
When u uacancy 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, Board or Committee members is made at a City Council meeting.
Terms of Office
Boa.O,
"o*mission,
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 filI 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 iesignation. 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:
. If 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 ifi
. If he/she is convicted of a crime of moral turpitude. . If 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 oftheir officers, the holding ofmeetings and the conduct of business for these meetings.
. 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.
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' To advise and recommend on City policies and procedures pertinent to their respective activities and functions. ' To supporl and adhere to all City policies promulgatcd by thc City Council and to establish needed interin policies in the absence of the same.
' To provide information and promote good public relations between the City and the general public. ' 'l'o pertbrm such other related fLnctions 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
l'he 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.
Familiarily tuith Major Issues
While it will be assumed that applicants arc 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 a1l 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 lo Serve
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 will vary depending upon schedules and workload, 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 on subcommittees.
Re I ations hip w ith the C o mmunity
As a member of a City board, committee or commission, your actions r,vill reflect on thc Cify of Scbastopol and you are required to relate to the community with impartiality and courtesy.
Commitment to City Policy:
The Cify 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.
Tips for Anplyine for a Citv Board. Commission. or Committee Type 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 parlicular 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 arc 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 thc appointment being applied for.
Talk to a current member. Current members can share with you their experience, they can give you an estimate of the time commitment involved, and they can discuss with you what they see as current and future issues for the City.
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If you have questions about the function and role of members, talk with the City staff liaison to the board, committee oi 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. It 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 ctaiiry 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 Contact Information
Assistant Cify Manager/City Clerk, MMC
Mary Gourley
7120 Bodega Avenue
P.O. Box 1776
Sebastopol, CA95473
Mgourley @cityofsebastopol. org
phone: 707-823-1153
fax: 707-823-1135
office Hours: Monday - Thursday - 7:00 am - 5:30 pm (closed 12:00 pm - l:00 pm for lunch) Closed every Friday
Instructions:
tlr. thir f".- to apply to serye on any of the City of Sebastopol's Boards, Committees or Commissions. Please complete the entire form and either print and mail it to the address above, or email your completed application to [email protected]. If 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 If appointed, you have a choice whether you wish to have your contact information visible to the public; however, your information may be made public upon request by (a) member(s) of the public.
Board, Commission, or Committee being applied for? Climate Action Committee Name Kenna Lee
Home Address, City, State and Zip Code:
Sebastopol CA 95472
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Home Phonc Numbcr:
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? trYes lNo
Work Phone Number:
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? nYes oNo
Facsimile Number:
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? oYes nNo
I-Mail If
appointed, do you want this address to be visible to the public? lYes nNo
Are you a registered voter in Sebastopol'/
lYes nNo
Ifso, forhow long? 2 years
Do you hold a current business license from the City of Sebastopol? nYes lNo Ifso, for how long?
Have you attended a meeting of this body? When?
Since inception
Have you served on, interviewed for, or applied for this body previously? tYes nNo
rrso, when? at inception
Present Employer: CDPH
Job ritle: LHJ Climate Change Policy & Program Specialist Agenda Item Number 1 Agenda Item 1 Number
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Have you previously served on any govemmental bodies or held elected office? If so please list position held and dates:
This committee since 2021, co-chair
Please list civic or charitable organization to which you belong or have belonged:
350Sonoma
Have you been an officer in any ofthese organizations? Ifso, please list position held and dates:
No
What special interests, skills and talents would you bring to this board, commission, or committee? I am a public health professional specializing in the health effects of climate change. I am also a Licensed Midwife and a Registered Nurse'
Please list any college, professional or vocational schools you have attended with major subject studied, dates and any earned degrees:
1991 BA Yale University, Theater Studies
2005 BSN Sonoma State UniversitY
2020 Certificate in Climate Change and Human Health, Yale School of Public Health expected 2024, MAS in Humanitarian Health, Johns Hopkins Agenda Item Number 1 Agenda Item 1 Number
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Please list any special awards or recognition you have received:
Please state why you would like to become a member of this board, commission or Committee, incltrding what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this body:
Continue supporting members and bringing public health perspective to the group, with goal of maintaining focus on upstream solutions with both adaptation and mitigation benefits
Are you associated with any organizationlemployment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position?
nyes ENo
If yes, please state name of organization/employment:
City policy directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest such as property ownership near a project, or a financial relationship with the applicant. Would you be willing to abstain ti.om voting if such a conflict ariscs? lYes oNo
How did you hear about this opening?
current member
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Is there any other information that you feel would be useful to the Cify Council in reviewing your application and materials provided with the application?
no
What do you think qualifies you to be appointed to this board/committee/commission? depth of knowledge of subject, history of service
Are there particular issues you think the board/committee/commission should concentrate on? mitigation strategies, policy
How should community comments be integrated into the board/committee/commission decision-making process? fully! public comment via email and during meetings, community engagement & outreach
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If appointed, how would you handle it if another board/committee/commission member vehemently disagrees with your comments on a regular basis?
establish personal con nection, maintain boundaries and professionalism How would you handle a situation where a proposal comes before your board/committee/commission that the City stafffinds consistent with City policies and standards, but that you personally do not support? Speak my reasons for objection and hope to convince other group members What is Your involvement with the climate orisis, including ways you have educated yourself and worked to model and promote climate action?
ln addition to items mentioned above, I have completed a complete electrification retrofit of a historic home in Sebastopol that has since been featured on the Solar Sebastopoltour. I participate in many health care professional climate educatlon and action initiatives.
What is your understanding about the urgency of the climate crisis? It is beyond urgent. We need to treat it more like the actual catastrophe that it is Agenda Item Number 1 Agenda Item 1 Number
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What is your experience in working on policy issues - mobilizing public support, changing public consensus, or influencing fellow commissioners, for example?
This committee.
What is your understanding of the cunent obstacles to implementing action on Climate Change? How would you suggest overcoming those obstacles?
City budgetary constraints are the biggest in this context, paired with the lack of public understanding that despite having a high median income, the city does not have much money. Our citizen-held wealth then prevents us from being eligible or prioritized for many state-level climate funding opportunities. So we are a poor rich city.
We may be able to address these obstacles by looking for private-public partnership opportunities, leveraging direct local investment, and continued public education, in addition to working with city to direct fiscal resources to projects that will have climate benefits while still addressing other needs in the community.
What should be the City's role in addressing climate mitigation, adaptation, drawdown, and environmental justice? Give examples of policies you think the City should enact to address the climate crisis.
Preferred purchasing, enforcement of existing zero-waste ordinances and support for local merchants and restaurants in waste prevention, street EV charging, replace fossil fuel based city property with electric equipment and vehicles when possible, increasing downtown density and walkability, increasing diversity of cost in available housing and low-income housing with easy access to public transit, nature-based stormwater management planning, support for microgrid pilots and resilience center developoment.
What does a resilient, carbon-free Sebastopol look like in the future and how might we get there? More housing downtown, enhanced walkability and convenient ebike parking, vibrant localfood systems
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What do you expect to accomplish as a sub-committee member? continue managing agendas for now, hopefully expand into more active workign group participation once degree program completed in spring
In your role as a climate sub-committee member, how will you ensure that actions to address the climate crisis in Scbostopol arc cquitablc?
Use equity framework developed by committee to evaluate actions How do you feel the role of a sub-committee member relates to the community? Lots of responsibility for ongoing public education in daily life.
I certi$r that I have thoroughly read and understand all material in this application.
Applicant's Signature
Applicant's Name (PLEASE PRINT)
Dut", 12113123
Kenna Lee
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APPLICATTON FOR APPOINTMENT
TO CITY BOARDS/COMMITTEES/AND COMMSSIONS
Sity Boggde. Coum$plonLpnd Commltteer
@memberstovariousboards,committees,andcommissionsaslistedbelow:
. Planning Commission
' Design Review Board
. Public Arts Committee
. Other Miscetlaneous Boards/Committecs/Commission ss Approved by thc City Council The bodies are compriscd of community members who volunteer for service and are appointed by the City Council' All committee members serve at the pliasure of the City Council. The primary responsibility of the committees is to implement adopted City policy, and advise and make recommendations to t}re City Council. The adoption of policies, the issuance of jroclamations, and the approval of agreements and other official acts of the City are the i"rponriUility of the City Council. The City Manager designates as official staffliaison to each committee.
Arnllcntion Prqcesq
Wh."
" """""cy
or a board, committee or commission occurs, the City Clerk prepares apress release that is distributed to local media, including the Sonoma West County Times and News. The vaca,ncy is also Announced at City Hall and on the City of Sebastopol's web sitc http:/lci.scbastopol.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 announcemen! the completed applications are forwarded to itre Clty Council in a regular agenda packet for public review, The City Council interviews all applicants at a meeting ip.n to the public. the officiaiappointment of Commission, Board or Committee members is made at a City Council meeting.
Teruns gf O.fllcq
B;ffion,andcommitteemembersgenerallyservetwo,three,orfour.yearoverlappingterms.Thereisno monetary compensation or benefits for boar4 commission, or committee membgrs.
The City Council may reappoint incumbent members or fill vacancies with new appointecs. 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 tesigr, due to personal or professional circumstances, he/she should send a letter to ths 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:
o At the pleasure of the City Council, without cause:
. If he/she is absent from three consecutive meetings, unless permission by a majority vote of the board, committee or commission had been grantcd as reflected in the official minutes of the body' . Orby opoation of the City Code if:
. If he/she is convicted of a crime of moral tqpitude'
. If helshe ceases to be a qualified board, commission or committee member per the City of Sebastopol Municipal Code.
General Responsibilities of Boards, Commissions, and Committees Cify boards, commissions, and committees shall have the following general powers, duties and responsibilities in addition to those set fofih in the Sebastopol Municipal Code and various Resolutions:
. To establish rules and regulations goveming the election of their officers, the holding of meetings and the conduct of business for these meetings.
. To use all appropriate techniques in crystallizing and testing public sentiment on major public issues in their respective lields.
. To hold offrcial hearings as required by law or requested by the City Council.
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' To advise and recommend on City policies and procedures pertinent to their respective activities and fi,rnctions. r 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 tlre general public. . To perform such other related frurctions as may be assigre.d to them by the City Council, Desirable choracteristics inApplicantsfu Boards, comfilssions, qnd committees While membership on City boards, committees and commissions requires no specific qualifieations, with the excoption of some seats on the Design Review Board and the Public Arts Committee, there are desirable characteristics for which the corurcil will be looking as they review applications:
r Farniliarity with Community
The Council would require appointees to be familiar with the physical, social, and economic make-up ofthe City Applicants should have demonshated an active interest and involvement in the community.
Famlllarlty w lth MaJor Isstrcs
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 iisues which will impact all scctors of City prograrus and seliccs.
Knowledge of the Board Commission or Committee
During the application process, applicants should become firmiliar with the responsibilities and role in the City's policy-making struchrre of the board, committee or commission for which they are applying.
Commilment to Serve
When appointed, members are expected to serve their tenn 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 aftend regularly scheduled meefings, should indicate this on the application. While time commitrnents will vary depending upon schedules and workload, members are expected to attend all scheduled meetings. In addition to attgnding scheduled meetings, membsrs may be expected to partioipate in study sessions or servg on subcommittees.
Relot ions hip w it h the C ommunity
As a memhet of a City honrd, committee or commission, your actions will reflect on the City of Sebastopol and you are required to relate to the communify with impartiality and courtesy.
Commitment to City Policy:
The City Council has adopted ordinances and policics following an appropriate public process. As an appointed boardu committee or commission member, your duty is to abide by such policies rather than implement personal preferences.
Tins fo{ Apnlyi+s for r Ciry qptfd. Commbston. or QoRFtrle* Type or neatly print your application. Due to the quantity of applications the Council must review, a neat application is approciated.
Answer all questions on the application, Council reviews yow application to gain an understanding ofyour background and experience, and what skills and talents you believe you could bring to a particularboard, committee cn commission. Don't forget to sign and date yow application.
Attend one or two meetings of the board, committe€ or commission for which you are applying. Find out what the current issues are, and what issues may be coming in the fuhue. Review the minutss of past meetings, available on the City web slte or at Ciff Hall depending on the appointnent being applied for.
Talk to a culrent member. Curent merubers gan share wilh you their experience, they can give you an estimate of the time commitment involved, and they can discuss with you what they see as cuffent and future issues for the City,
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If you have questions about the function and role of members, Alk with the City staffliaison to the boar4 committee oi commission you are applying for. The City Clerk can provide contact information for City staff members who are assigrred to work with the boards, committees and commissions. It is important to note that Cify staffmembers cannot and do not recommend or lobby for any applicant.
Find out City Cormcil's priorities and interests. Attend City Council meetings and review meeting minutes. Council meeting videos are archived on the City's website htQ://ci.sebastopol.ca,us/ and are available for puchase on DVD from the City Clerk's Office,
Review the Code of Ethics for Appointedand Elected Officials (the BrownAct), 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. Aithough we do not know what specific questions Council wlll ask, we suggest that y9u clmifi for yourself why you are apptying for a specific board, committee or commission, undsrstand its role and function, and be familiar with the culr€nt 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 ialcnts you bring, they are interested in how you will represent the City' AppLrcATroN FoR cITy oF SEBASTOPOL BOARDS, COIVIrVIISSIONS & COMMITTEES Contact Information
Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, MMC
Mary Gourley
7120 Bodega Avonue
P.O. Bot 1776
Sebastopol, CA95473
[email protected]
phone: 701-823-1153
fax: 707-823-1135
Office Hours: Monday - Thrnsday - ?;00 am - 5:30 prn (closed 12:00 pm - l:00 pm for lunch) Closed every Friday
lnstructions: f$ffito apply to serve on any of the City of Sebastopol's Boards, Committees or Commissions. Please complete the entire fom and either print and mail it to the address above, or email your completed application to [email protected], If a question does not apply, please note as not applicable. Please deliver comptetlO form, by the date and time due, to the City Clork, All applications will be reviewed by the City Council If appointed, you have a choice whether you wish to have your contact infornation visible to the public; however, your information may be made public upon request by (a) member(s) of the public, Board, Commission) or Committee being applied pslr Climate Action Commiftee Name: Lisa Pierce
Home Address, City, State and Zip Code:
Sebastopol, CA. 95472
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Home Phone *or*r,O---
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? nYes lNo WorkPhoneNumb.L
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? nYes lNo Facsimile
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? nYes aNo E-MailAddress;- If
appointed, do you want this address to be visible to the public? nYes lNo Are you a registered voter in Sebastopol? lYes nNo
Ifso, forhow long? 20 yeerg
Do you hold a cunent business license from the City of Sebastopol? aYes lNo Ifso, forhow long?
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Have you attsndcd a meeting of this body? When?
Yes. Since Jan. 2020
Have you served on, interviewed for, or applied for fhis body previously? lYes sNo
If so, when? Nov.? Dec.? 2019
Present self
Job Desi ner
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Have you previously served on any govemmental bodies or held elected office? If so please list position held and dates:
No.
Please list civic or charitable organization to which you belong or have belonged:
Sebastopol Climate Action Committee
Sebastopol Climate Action
Western Sonoma County Historical Society
Sebastopol Education Foundation
Have you been an offrcer in any ofthese organizations? Ifso, please list position held and dates:
No.
What special interests, skills and talents would you bring to this board, commission, or cornmittee? Doing what I can to prevent a climate catastrophe is certainly a special interest. Don't know about special skills or talents. As an M.F.T. I led groups for divorced parents for 2g years. That required negotiating skills. I enjoy planning events. I love.design work of atl kinds. I enjoy teamwork. Because of various projects I have done through the years, such as a video entitled "Analy High School, the First 100 Years", I know many bt tne "old timers" in town. I am well organized and steady.
Please tist any college, professional or vocational schools you have attended with major subjec't studied, dates and any earned dogrees;
B.F.A.with a llcence to teach art, grades K-12. University of Massachussetts, Amherst. G raduated cumlaude 1982.
M.S. in Clinical Counseling, California State University, Hayward (now East Bay).
Graduated 1989.
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Please list any special awards or recognition you have received:
N.A,
Please state why you would like to bpcome a member of this board, commission or Committoo, inoluding what specific objectives you would be wotking toward as a membor of this body:
L!.ke so many of us in this time, lfeel a sense of urgency to do more to contribute to cllmate solutlons. I would like to continue the workihat irve have been doing on the committee. Please see below for some specific obiectives.
Are you associated with any grsanizgtigr/employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointe.d to this position?
rYes lNo
If yee, pleaoo $tatg name of organizatiorlemployrnenc_
City policy-directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where thare exists a potential conflict of interest such as_propedy olryership near a project, or a financial relationship with the applicant. Would you bo willing to absbin from voting if such a conflic* arises? lYes nNo
How did you hear about this opening?
I am currently serving on the Committee.
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Is there any other infonnation that you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application and materials provided with the application?
My husband and I raised our children here, and we love Sebagtopol. This town is full of caring people who are ready step up to help each other and our planet. I think people are hungry for ways to help and make a ditference.
What do you tftink qualifies you to be appointed to this board/committee/commission? I have the interest, the tims and some underslanding of the issuss, both locally and globally. I have attended many City Council meeting through the years and have tried to stay informed.
I have livect ln-seb-astopol lor a long time and know many people from varlous dltferont social groups, including many people'who's families have lived here for generations. f.his_!g largely through my 26 yeari ol involverirent wlth the Hlstorlcal $oclety and with local schools. Please see involvement question below for more.
fue there particular issues you think the board/committeelcommission should concentrate on? lwould love to See progress made on "fuel switChing", helping houSeholds and businesses transition their water heaters, furnaces and stoves lrom gas to electric as they replace those items. Working together with Sonoma Clean Power and.Cool Petalufia could enable incentive programs to accelerate this transition. At this time I don't believe there are any incentives lo help HVAC contractors and others steer customers away from gas and toward electrlc. Most consumers have not considered this option, and are not aware that electric can be more climate frie.ndly il power comes from i clean source. Contractors need a reason, or incentive, to take that step. How can we help them get there? Perhaps the City could help guide contractors in helping them get inc€ntives
How should community comments be integrated into the board/committee/commission decision'making process? Everyone in the community should have a voice and be heard and respected. At the same time, the committee will have work to
do and needs to stay focused on the goals at hand. I expect it will be a balancing act, keeping in mind thaf many community comments could be tremendously useful.
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If appointed, how would you handle it if another board/committee/commission member vohemently disagrees with your cornm€nts on a regular basis?
Thie sounds like this might be a personal or comrnunication issue. I would hopefully be able to get together with this member separately from the group, and I would do my best to listen and try to understand how they feel and why. I would use active and reflective listening techniques in as natural a way as possible. lt's possible that this member may be upset with me for an unrelated issue, so I might ask, if that felt appropriate. I may have some apologizing to do if I have otfended or hurt someone's feelings. My goalwould be to improve our communication and working relationship. I feelfortunate as personal relationships and communication have not been a big ditficulty in my life.
How would you handle a sihration where a proposal comes before yow boardlcommittee/commission that the City stafffinds cottsistent wittr City policies and shndsrds, but that you personally do not support? I would try to keep an open mind to hear and try to understand all sides of the issue. lf, after an honest etfort to do this, I still did not support the proposal, I would expre$s my concerns to the committee and explain why I did not support it. Being consistent with City policips and standards isn't the only facot to look at when ooneidering if a proposal is a good one for our community.
I would try to avoid talking privately with other members, as that can create an "us against them" environment. Ultimately, I may have to let go of my objections and accept that my view won't prevail.
What is your involvement with the climate crisis, including ways you have educated yourself and worked to model and promote climate action?
I am part of Sepaslopol Climate Action, a local group that was formed in 2019 that, I believe, played a role in getling the CAC formed, At the Sebastopol Farmer's Market, l've been a volunteer witti the zero waste effort, sorting compostables and bringing reusable metal forks to Screaming Mimi's to be washed,
tlve narticlnated in various marches and climate events, including thc Cllmate Conversations at our local Grange. I've written over a hundred postcarda through Reclaim Our Vote, targeting low income voters who weredropped from the voter registration rolls in other states. lbelleve the climate trumps allother issues faclng our world today, so elections are key. We drlve an electric car, which we love.
I read books and articles and watch lilms to educate myself on climate issues. I also read and watch those who's political views don't line up with mine, I think it's important to undergtand dltferent viewpoints.
What is your understanding about the wgency of the climate crisis? I believe that the urgency of our climate crisis is profound. lt's now or never and all hands on deck, There are many signs of progress and hope, but change is moving far too slowly, I am applying to be part of this cornmittee becauso I want to do more to help move things along. We need more awareness of the climate crisis throughout society, and we need government to play a more active role.
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What is your experience in working on poliry issues - mobilizing public suppo$ changing public consensus, or influencing fellou' commissioners, for exarnple?
It seems that winning over hearts and minds requires following some basic guidelines, no matter who one is trying to bring in. Listening to people's concerns and acknowleging them, showing respect, understanding, finding common ground, warmth, humor. lt's about finding out what people care about and how you might be able to help them, using patience and persistence.
What is your understanding of the cunent obstacles to implementing action on Climato Change? How would you suggest overcoming those obstacles?
There are manv obstecl6s on many levels. Olaarly, trere are powerful lnt€rests invested in maintalning our dependenca on lossil fuels. This is b?gely a politlcal sfulgle, I think caibon fee and dlvidend proposals ofier some hopo, as do so many olher possibillties, Money is power, unfortunatEly, so qlimab solutlon$ need to make s€nse economically, bne basic obstac{6 is t\at I lhink most people naturally resist change, I used to be an actlvity director at a senior livlng center.
When I arrlved, flere was no recycling on slte. The resisience I encountered ty,lng to change lhat was a real eye opcnor for me.
We are creatures of habit and change can lool lhreatening' Leerntng about cllmate chango ls uncomfortable and scary. So much eaeiar to deny what ls lappenlng. Even turning down the thermojiat qnd pulting on w*mer clotrrEs in the wintar can amount lo an acknowledgomsnl tlat something ls wrong, Our local leadeis are iar ah€ad of our current lederal govemment at tltis tme ln rocognlrlng the urgency ol our climats slluaton. io*ever, even in Sebssbpol, many p€ople ere surprEingly unaware. Ona look lfi &e r€cycllng. bin dudng the larmere markst ie a. sobering reality cneck. lt is tilled with iood encrusted paporand oher it€ms that do not bslong trere. I even had ctlckers made and atached them io all the waste roceplacles in lown. Dld they mak€ a differ€nca? I don't know. Mote educauon and public telations inlormation is clearly needed.
What should be the City's role in addressing climate mitigation, adaptation, drawdown, and environmental justice? Give examples of policies you think the City should enact to address the climate crisis.
The city has the ability to impose rules, proMde incenllves, promote education and collaborate with other cities and govetnmenls as well as privato compa-nies ahO community groups- That translatss into a lol of opportunitiesl Unforfunately, we are also probably lacing a very limited budget .
Everiglven tght budget anstraints, the City can and do€s play an importanl role ln loadlng and supportin^g loq{ efiorts to lower our locat cirbon tioprtntl ttrere are so many v6lunteer groups doing climate related wolk in ourcommunity. Our City webslte could include a headln! with a title such aS "Ldcal Climato Resourgas" . Sonoma West Times and News has dono an outstandlng job showcasing varli'us climate sftorb, suci as Dena Allen's work wilh the Home Gardeners Produce Exchange at ihe Sebastopol Grange, loiexample, but our communlty would benelit from a comprehensive rosourc€ list and more promotion lo get $ls valuable inlormalion oul to everyone with links lo local resourcos.
Promoling access to moro inc€htves lor EV purchaslng, lnstalling more chargere, promotin! incentives lor more solar and weatherlzing ol homes and buslness€s are a lsw ol.many ideae lor the City to.explore, some of ihich are already happening, The lormation of thls committ€s is a positive stsp, as hopefully each member will enable the Gity to do more to make a ditlerence.
What does a resilient, carbon-free Sebastopol look like in the future and how nright we get there? Our Clty has done a great job wlth ptomollng mler walking and blking. Ditlo for solar on municiple bulldlngs,.Our leaders and staff trive Uien worklng hlrd io move fdrurard. FIr our fulurs, l-am hoplng !91ev€nmoro solar on homes and businesses, tar more EVs, lar less use of natiral gas and lar more use of electrlctty dcrived lrom'rclean" sourcos. I am hoping to soe more.organic farm.s using sustainable praclic€s. iam hoping to see wider lnleresland lnvolvement in dlmate lssuos in the genetal population, beyond lhe cllmate ac'livists,
How we get there is h huge questlon, but here's one small idea that was panly insp,red by Leading.Uary DeMocke/s book The parents'buide lo Climad Rivolutlon: Klds can oome to varlous group meetings (Rotary, Historlcal Soclety, chutch services, el,c.) and events {Peacgtown, lheater, etc.) and make Bhort public seMce announc€m€nts wilh vgrious toplcs. For 6xample: "Pid y.oy ..
know that only paper that is clean can be rscycled?..." or nlb winter. Woar warm clolhes al home so you csn put less carbon into the atmosphere..i'Th'ere's muc{r mor6 lc$uld say aboutlhls, but ifs an idea lwould love to develop.
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What do you oxpect to accomplish as a sub-committee member? My hope and expectation is that I can support the etforts of the group a$ a whole and the City of Sebastopol in trying to do allwe can possibly do to lower our community's carbon footprint,
In your role as a climate sub-committee member, how will you ensure that actions to address the climate crisis iu Sebastopol are equitablc?
One way that comes to mind is creating more opportunities for tenants to live in rentals with electric vehicle charging stations, Used EVs have come down considerably in cost, but there is little incentive for landlords to install chargers, particularly if they are paying the utility bill, This could be another opportunity for Sonoma eban Power to provide some financial incentive for landlords, perhaps through on-billfinancing, rebates or the free chargers that they have ofiered to those who purchase EVs.
How do you feel the role of a sub-committee member relates to the oommunity? It seems to me that reaching out and listening to people of all persuations in the community is key. Members can collaborate with the CiW by promoting, educating and organizing events. More members in the committee means more free outreach into the community. Expanding the reach will hopefully translate to greater "buy ln" from more residents. Clearly, all committee members have a responsibility to be respectfulto all and take their committments seriously.
I certify that I have read and understand all material in this application.
Applicant's Signature
Applicant's Name (PLEASE PRINT):
our*.Dec. 13th, 2A23
Lisa Pierce
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
TO CITY BOARDS/COMMITTEES/AND COMMISSIONS
Citv Boards. Commissions. and Committees
ftte City Council appoints members to various boards, committees, and commissions as listed below:
. Planning Commission
. Design Review Board
. Public Arts Committee
. Other Miscellaneous Boards/Committees/Commission as Approved by the City Council The bodies are comprised of community members who volunteer for service and are appointed by the City Council All committee membe.r serve at the pleasure of the City Council. The primary responsibility of the commiffees is to implement adopted City policy, and advise and make recommendations to the City Council. The adoption of policies, the issuance of proclamations, and the approval of agreements and other official acts of the City are the iesponsibility of the City Council. The City Manager designates as official staff liaison to each committee.
Application Process
Whetr a'tracancy 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 fow 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, Board or Committee members is made at a City Council meeting.
Terms of Office
g*rd, *-*ission, 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 fulI terms of office; however, w\en a member must resign, due to personal or professional circumstances, he/she should send a letter to the Cify Council stating the effective date of the iesignation. 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:
. If 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:
. If he/she is convicted of a crime of moral turpitude. . If 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 Cotnmittees 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 for these meetings.
. To use all appropriate techniques in crystallizing and testing public sentiment on major public issues in their respective fields.
. To hold off,rcial hearings as required by law or requested by the City Council.
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' 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. . Tu pcrlurut suuh uther relatetl functions as may be assigned to them by the City Council.
Desirable Characteristics in Applicants for Boards, Commissions, and Comntittees 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.
Fauiliarity with fuIajot Issues
While it will be assumed that applicants are fnmiliar with the specific issnes 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 sootors of City progroms ond sorviccs.
Knowledge of the Board, Commission or Committee
Dwing 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 applylng.
Cornmitment to Serve
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 will vary depending upon schedules and workload, members are expected to attend all scheduled meetings. In addition to attending scheduled meetings, members may be expected to participate in study sessions or serye on subcommittees.
Relationship with the Community
As a member of a City board, comrnittee or commission, your actions will reflect on the City of Se.bastopol and 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 appropriate public process. As an appointed board, committee or commission member, your duty is to abide by such policies rather than implement personal preferences.
Tips for Applvins for a Citv Board. Commission. or Committee Type 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 fcrr which yorr 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 sile or at City Hall depentling on the appointment being applied for.
Tollc to o currcnt mcmbcr. Currcnt members can sharc with you their experience, they cal givc you an estimate of the time commitment involved, and they can discuss with you what they see as current and future issues for the City.
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If you have questions about the fi.urction and role of mernbers, 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. It 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 h@://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 ash we suggest that you clarifu for yourself why you axe 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, COMr\{TSSIONS & COMMITTEES Contact Information
Assistant City Manager lCity Clerk, MMC
Mary Gourley
Tl20Bodega Avenue
P.O. Box 1776
Sebastopol, CA95473
[email protected]
phone: 707-823-1153
fax: 707-823-1135
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday - 7:00 am - 5:30 pm (closed l2:00 pm - l:00 pm for lunch) Closed every Friday
Instructions:
Use ttris form to apply to serve on any of the City of Sebastopol's Boards, Committees or Commissions. Please complete the entire form and either print and mail it to the address above, or email your completed application to [email protected]. If 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.
If appointed, you have a choice whether you wish to have your contact information visible to the public; however, your information may be made public upon request by (a) member(s) of the public.
Board, Commission, or Committee being applied for? Ctimate Action Committee Name: Phillip Carter
Home Address, Crty, State and Zip Code:
Sebastopol C495472
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Home Phone
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? nYes NNo
Wurk Phone
Ifappointed, do you to to the public?
DYes oNo
Facsimile Number:
If appointed, do you want this number to be visible to the public? nYes nNo
E-Mail If
appointed, do you want this address to be visible to the public? nYes ENo
Are you a registered voter in Sebastopol?
uYes oNo
Ifso, for how long? 2 vears
Do you hold a current business license from the City of Sebastopol? aYes Nuto
Ifso, for how long?
Have you attended a meeting of this body? When?
Yes. Monthly and regularly from March 2023
Have you seryed on, interviewed for, or applied for this body previously? nYes FNo
If so, when?
Present Employer: Self Emploved
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Have you previously served on any govemmental bodies or held elected office? If so please list position held and dates:
Please list civic or charitable organization to which you belong or have belonged:
Board member WESCO soccer club and coach, volunteer in South Africa for food charities Have you been an officer in any of these organizations? If so, please list position held and dates Board member of the soccer club from Nov 2022
What special interests, skills and talents would you bring to this board, commission, or committee? I am very familiar with best practices in sustainability, renewable energy, biodiversity, carbon accounting and sequestion. I have a degree in environmental policy and planning. I have raised $2mm and created a charitable rural bus service in Boulder Colorado
Please list any college, professional or vocational schools you have attended with major subject studied, dates and any eamed degrees:
MBA, East Carolina University, 2004.
BS Environmental Policy and PLanning/Ecology Appalachian State 1 997 N/A
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Please list any special awards or recognition you havo received:
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 am firmly committed to being an environmental steward and putting my energy in creating a beautiful earth for my children and others. I have 30 years of experience creating projects that have helped my comunity and would love to give back to sebastopol in everyway I can.
Are you associated with any organizationiemployment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position?
mYes nNo
If yeo, ploaso state name of organization/cmploymcnt:
City policy directs all appointed, advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential 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? BYes oNo
How did you hear about this opening?
As a regularly attending member, I am
aware of slots.
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Is there any other information that you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application and materials provided with the application?
What do you think qualifies you to be appointed to this board/committee/commission? My passion, experience, and patience qualify for me to be a board member. ln particular, I have worked with Boulder County to incorporate a bus service that provides maximum utility to students and rural residents. Secondly I have participated with this committee for 1 year and understand the general climate action community in this area. Third I am skilled and have a university level knowledge of government planning, environmental policy, carbon accounting, transportation planning, and economics. Generally I am pragmatic and enjoy the process of developing a beautiful community.
Are there particular issues you think the board/committee/commission should concentrate on? My primary area of interest are in increasing the "livable city" qualities of active transportation, where biking and walking are a growing part of the city culture. I am also very interested in metrics and natural spaces.
How should community comments be integrated into the board/committee/commission decision-making process? I am in favor of continuous online comments and suggestions. Comments can be incorporate carefully into the decision making process through effective polling.
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If appointed, how would you handle it if another board/committee/commission member vehemently disagrees with your comments on a rcgular basis?
ldo not make disagreements an ongoing issue. I am used to negotiating, listening, and linding common ground. I am adept at diffusing contentiious conversations.
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? I would first research and listen to understand if I do oppose it and why. But then I would graciously discuss and debate in a brief way that is not disruptive.
I certifr that I have thoroughly read and understand all material in this application.
Applicant's Signature
Applicant's Namc (ILEASD PRINT): Phillip Carter
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