Agenda — Sonoma City Council, January 23, 2023 (part 3 of 3)

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 11, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Climate Action Commission
OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
CA-22-26
NAME: Ryan Powers
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: High School - San Leandro High; College - Saint Mary's College of California (Degree: B.S. Business Administration. Wharton - Corporate Governance Certification (Completing in August 2022)
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I am currently the Chief Compliance Officer of an EV Charging Infrastructure Company and have years of experience in highly requlated emerging markets in the areas of Regulatory Compliance, Illicit and Illegal activities, Legislative and Government Affaris and Operations. I am an Appointed Member of NCWM National Type Evaluation Program, Software Sector (Dealing with EV Regulations), Member of SEPA (Smart Electrical Power Alliance) and Member of Forth (Electric Mobility Association)
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: No current involvement.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? This Commission is being formed to help Sonoma and its community adopt green and renewable energy options to curb global warming and do its part of lowering carbon emissions.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
My goal would be to provide my knowledge base and leadership in the area of renewable energy in hopes that it will benefit the community of Sonoma.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I have experience in this space and have worked for various start up companies. I am confident that I would offer a lot of experience as a founding member of this commission as well as assist with meeting goals set froth by the commission as a group.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No.

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? Although this would be my first Commission appointment I feel like given my experience I would be able to provide a wealth of knowledge, have various contacts that would be beneficial, and really provide value being a founding member of this Commission.

I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of the date submitted. I also agree that if appointed, I will serve on the Commission/Committee for which I have submitted this application.
☒ I AGREE
Ryan Powers August 11, 2022
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RYAN N. POWERS
1 EXPERIENCED SENIOR LEADERSHIP PROFESSIONAL
Highly Regulated Industries – Fast-paced Startup Environments – Processes & Organizational Development Passionate executive in protecting companies’ freedom to operate in highly regulated industries by complying with Federal, State, and Local requirements; reducing risk mitigation; and protecting products from illegal and illicit activities. Distinguished 15-year career operating in highly regulated industries, including, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, alcohol, pipe tobacco, electronic cigarettes and cannabis. Emphasize on protecting a company’s freedom to operate by adhering to regulations required by law and corporate policies. Throughout my career I have been a leader in analyzing and implementing innovative procedures, working and collaborating with all levels of the organization, reducing burdensome requirements, streamlining operations holistically and externally presenting on behalf of company’s initiatives.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EV Range, Inc. – San Pedro, CA
Chief Compliance Officer (March 2022 – Present)
Establishing Regulatory Compliance, Government Relations, Public Policy, and Risk Management function(s) of the company. Also, assisting in the development of various Operational functions.

GRYX, LLC (dba Fortified Regulatory Solutions) – Walnut Creek, CA Owner (September 2016 – Present)
Protecting Small Business’s freedom to operate, within highly regulated industries, by performing internal audits, developing regulatory compliance management systems, internal policies and procedures, and operational support.

PRIOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
JUUL Labs, Inc. [Formally PAX Labs, Inc. and Ploom, Inc.] – San Francisco, CA Sr. Director, Risk Mitigation & Brand Protection (October 2018 – July 2020) Previous Positions Held:

Director of Risk Mitigation, Compliance & Brand Protection (March 2017 – October 2018) Head of Compliance & Brand Protection (August 2015 – March 2017) Compliance Manager (November 2014 – August 2015)
Compliance Specialist (November 2013 – November 2014)
First “legal” employee hired by the company and 30th employee to join Ploom, Inc. tasked with developing department’s initial strategy, initiatives, procedures and functions.

Key Initiatives: Protect company’s freedom to operate by developing and managing company’s Regulatory Compliance, Brand Protection and Youth Prevention Department(s) Agenda Item #6.4:

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RYAN N. POWERS
2 • Regulatory Compliance
o Ensured that the company adhered to all local, state and federal regulations regarding Advertising, Product Packaging, Sales, Shipping, Marketing, Taxation, Licensing and Reporting requirements.
o Created Legislative monitoring, analysis and implementation process to ensure the company retained its freedom to operate during nation-wide legislative efforts to regulate electronic cigarettes at all levels of government encompassing over 22,709 jurisdictions. o Developed the department to include 6 full time employees and was a liaison with multiple outside vendors including Law Firms and Solution Service Providers. • Brand Protection
o Developed Brand Protection Department to combat all illegal and illicit sales of JUUL and JUUL counterfeit products across unauthorized websites, online marketplaces, social media platforms, brick and mortar stores.
o Processed and managed monthly +3,000 “requests for takedowns” across online platforms and +20 Cease and Desist letters to brick and mortar locations. o Engaged with local, state and federal agencies to educate and train how to identify illegal and illicit JUUL products along with broader activates being uncovered on Social Media identified.
o Expanded the Brand Protection Department to include 20 full time employees grouped in six sub-groups focusing on various illegal and illicit prevention efforts; including, Customs Engagement, Internal Audit, In-Market Intelligence, Investigations, Online Enforcement, and Department Operations.
• Youth Prevention
o Developed and enhanced Social Media Enforcement Program that scaled to +5,000 postings reported for monthly removal monthly to various social media platforms in violation of the platform’s own Terms & Conditions and/or Community Guidelines. o Created Secret Shopper Program which scaled to +200 retail locations visited selling JUUL products per month to ensure the retailer was correctly verifying the purchaser’s age by requesting their legal government identification.
o Lead external engagement with government agencies, public health organizations, social media companies, concerned parents and educators to educate on JUUL’s prevention efforts along with understanding how to enhance our youth prevention programs.

Trinchero Family Estates – Saint Helena, CA
Assistant Compliance Manager (May 2013 – November 2013) Assistant Manager managing Regulatory Compliance & Wine Import/Export Staff Key Initiatives: Review and revise corporate ISO Standards and Procedures.

Foley Family Wines, Inc. – Healdsburg, CA
Compliance Manager (March 2011 – May 2013)
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3 Key Initiatives: Assist Director of Compliance in developing the newly formed Corporate Compliance Department for a portfolio encompassing three companies operating a combined +12 wineries. Managed 3 winery acquisitions ensuring regulatory compliance and transfer of ownership.

Handled state and federal licensing, and reporting and taxation requirements.

PUBLIC SPEAKING / PRESENTATIONS
International Anticounterfeiting Coalition Law Enforcement Training – Various Cities, USA Attendance: U.S. Customs and Boarder Protection Agents, Department of Homeland Security Agents, U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau Agents, and Local Sheriff & Police Officers
Food and Drug Administration Office of Criminal Investigations – Rockville, MD Attendance: Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI) Agents and Lab Employees
National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center – Washington D.C.

Attendance: Representatives from the Department of Commerce’s Office of Intellectual Property Rights (OIPR), EUROPOL, Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI), General Services Administration’s Office of the Inspector General, INTERPOL, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Department of State’s Office of International Intellectual Property Enforcement (IPE), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), U.S. Postal Service (USPS), and Office of Inspector General (OIG).
16th Annual Responsible Retailing Forum Conference – Detroit, MI Attendance: State Attorney Generals, State Alcohol Beverage Control staff, Public Health Organizations, and Local Police Officers
High School Parents & Community Meeting – Various Cities, USA Attendance: Educational facility (i.e. Superintendent, teachers, etc.), School Board Members, Parents, and Community Members/Activists

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Saint Mary’s College of California – Moraga, CA
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 12, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Climate Action Commission
OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
CA-22-32
NAME: Claudia Rannikar
ADDRESS: , , ,
PHONE:

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claudia <pinchipe|[email protected]>
8/11/2022 4;15 PM
Yes, there is something else Iwould like you to consider...

After witnessing 2 years of wild?res and the massive amounts of CO2 being sent into the atmosphere, I had this experience.

A man and a woman bought 3 lots next to us and wanted to dramaticallychange what existed.

Ittook several weeks, and many different kinds of heavy equipment and more than one at a time, to completely eradicate all vegetation on the 2 largest lots.

The noise was extremely aggressive and the smell of gasoline so strong that Isometimes could not tend to my garden. Ithought of all the carbon, and Ithought Ifeel like am experiencing what it must be likewhen they are destroying the rainforest. Iwished over and over that everyone in this town could have experienced what i had to withstand Ithink it would have done everyone some good.

And then the same activity being repeated again for the construction of a 5000 square foot building for 2 people to live in, a 60-foot-long swimming with pool house and saunas, a bocce ball court, a building for a gym, a guest house with storage for a boat, and a 2-car garage. And then again, the same activity is repeated as semi-trucks keep arriving with their mature trees and shrubs.

I knew the consequences of all this but there is nothing I could do but endure.

The man who assaulted the planet is in the wind turbine business and sells wind turbines around the world, and I doubt that the carbon footprint from this project willeven begin to be made up in their children's lifetimes, no way.

I have no doubt in my mind this behavior is being repeated by each and every profession that is getting beyond rich offthe death of the planet.

That experience scared me straight. I am learning to live in a reasonable basic way, changed my consumer ways, learning the difference between what I need and what Iwant and practicing self-control and Isuffer loss every day that we are losing a good friend and everything our friend gave us.

Because of that extremely traumatizing experience and resulting point of view, I have the opinion that global warming is caused by human activity, that is caused by some sort of lack in a human being and greenhouse gas emissions are a by-product of all that...

That said...l am very interested in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

I hope you willconsider having me on the commission.

Thank You
Claudia Rannikar
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 9, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Climate Action Commission
OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
CA-22-23
NAME: Zackary Tweedy
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bachelors of Science Degree - Physics - Sonoma State University - Graduating Class 2019.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? This commission has not met before.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Serve as a technical advisory panel before city council and help draft actionable plans to mitigate climate impact and effective adaptation measures within city limits.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Create effective strategies that serve as stepping stones for local climate policy. Provide frameworks other neighboring cities can use to adopt similarly effective climate legislation.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Time. Time spent researching, collaborating, drafting, and lobbying for the strategies outlined by the commission to be wholly understood and effectively scrutinized.

Collaborative project management experience.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of the date submitted. I also agree that if appointed, I will serve on the Commission/Committee for which I have submitted this application.
☒ I AGREE
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Zack Tweedy
Education
May 2019 Bachelors of Science in Physics, Sonoma State University Minor in Mathematics
Graduation GPA: 3.612
Skills
Interpersonal Skills Engineering Skills Computer Skills Sales Skills Active Listener Circuitry Design Microsoft Outlook Public Speaking Patient Trainer Datasheet Interpreting Microsoft Word Negotiation Inclusive Collaborator Technical Advisement Microsoft Excel Marketing Amiable Colleague Electronic Theory Microsoft NAV 2018 Project Management Engineering and Sales Experience
Present Regional Sales Manager at World Products Inc.

May 2019 Overvoltage Protection Components, Wireless Design, Automotive Relays Manage several territories Domestically and Internationally promoting World Products electronic components. Collaborate with Engineers on circuit design, recommending components. Train new members our internal system of data entry. Generate consistent revenue annually.

May 2019 Hichwa Award Winner at Sonoma State University August 2018 Wavefront Sensing through Interferometry
Constructed, calibrated, and tested my own Michelson interferometer. Inserted a signal into my interferometer and used Fast Fourier Transform Methods in computer language to reconstruct the signal detected from fringe shifts.

May 2018 Student Assistant at SSU Education & Public Outreach July 2017 Student Assistant
Contributed to the creation of high school curricula focused on introductory electronics and computer science. Built basic RC circuits to conduct experiments regarding temperature and light. Record and perform those experiments as a training tool for local high-school students.

April 2017 Cashier & Guest Service at Target,Rohnert Park June2016 Sales
Worked with customers as a cashier, encouraged customers to sign up for the Target Red Card, going above and beyond in regular sales quotas. Resolved conflicts amongst customers and maintained photo equipment in the store.

January 2017 Docent at Robert Ferguson Observatory, Sugarloaf State Park March 2015 Volunteer
Volunteered with other Docents to give the public a fun, safe, educational experience regarding astronomy and telescopes. Promoted the advancement of science education and astronomy.

Collegiate Interests and Activities
May 2019 Founding Father of Pi Kappa Phi at Sonoma State University Fall 2016 Kappa Nu Chapter, Scholarship Chair
Managed a small committee working towards the academic success of our chapter. Organized study halls, coordinated with brothers, and used our budget to improve the fraternities GPA. Improved the overall GPA by over .2 over my tenure.

Spring 2019 Secretary of Physics Club at Sonoma State University Spring 2018 Took notes on Chapter events, keeping the community informed on the upcoming events. Organized events for the community to attend, such as observing nights, movie nights, and game nights. Assisted in expanding chapter membership through outreach with Physics classes throughout the school.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 11, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Climate Action Commission
OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? Yes
CA-22-29
NAME: Michael Wangbickler
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE: N/A
EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: I am attending Sonoma Valley High School.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I have done many activities in nature like hiking, fishing, kayaking, camping, and archeology.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: I have volunteered a little at the Sonoma Garden Park. I have also done creek cleaning during Martin Luther King JR Day, and Earth Day.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Technically I have not, however my mom served on the CSEC committee, and I went to about 3 of those meetings.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? It is a commission with the intension of reducing climate emissions in the City of Sonoma.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To provide a younger voice to the climate commission and to improve the climate efficiency of the city of Sonoma.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I could ask good questions as well as act as an energizing voice to push the commission forward.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No, I have not served on a Sonoma commission or committee.

Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I am committed to attending all commission meetings and my parents will support me getting there.

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☒ I AGREE
Mikey James Wangbickler August 11, 2022
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 7, 2022
Application Type: Climate Action
Other Interest: SV Citizens Advisory
CA-22-63
NAME: Michael Wray
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Cambridge University. UK .1962 .Masters Mechanical Engineering INSEAD, France. 1975 Masters Business Administration
Santa Clara University Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship. Mentor. 2003 - present
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 30+ years working in oil & gas industries including engineering systems to control emissions of petrochemical & other gases. 15 years working globally with sustainable businesses in areas affected by climate change.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Volunteer with Redwood Empire Food Bank GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Evaluate greenhouse gas emissions from machines and infrastructure in the city of Sonoma and advise the council on long term plans to reduce. Evaluate other long term effects of climate change on ecosystems and infrastructure and recommend actions to adapt and reduce effects.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Develop a clear understanding of the current sources and volumes of greenhouse gas emissions. Identify priorities and advise the council on action plans to reduce.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Extensive experience in strategic planning including identification and financial analysis of alternative solutions to complex problems.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 4, 2022
Application Type: Climate Action Commission
Other Interest: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission CA-22-72
NAME: Amber Ward
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: BA in Environmental Studies with a Minor in Legal Studies from USF (Univ. of San Francisco)
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Worked for Girl Scouts NorCal as an afterschool Program Instructor in SF teaching STEM instruction, in addition to environmental science and sustainability practices.

Worked for SF Parks & Rec as a Recreation Facilities Asst; helping with event space rentals.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Volunteered with the Audubon Society in SF GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? This commission is about utilizing the different perspectives from our community to help us reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. It is also vital to do this in an equitable way across our diverse communities.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
The conversation about climate change, and any initiatives surrounding it, should be accessible to all. If changes are being made that will affect individuals, we need to ensure that they are informed.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? In my time at school, I tried to focus my studies on not only Wetland Restoration, but also Environmental Justice. I understand the need for any climate initiatives to be inclusive of the entire community to affect real change. I have learned how to use my voice and be an effective communicator and diplomatic voice.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I currently work at a local winery as their Packaging & Procurement Planner; ordering all dry goods for wine to go from barrel to bottle. I work closely with the winemaking team, and see just how much of a footprint this industry can have. I am on the Sustainability Committee at our winery to ensure that everything we do is the best choice we can make towards a smaller carbon footprint. Wherever we see that there is a chance for improvement, our multi-department team collaborates on plans to move forward.

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APPLICATIONS

CULTURAL & FINE ARTS COMMISSION
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Received Date: December 18, 2022
Application Type: Cultural and Fine Arts Commission
CA-22-77
NAME: Lauren Brenner
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Sonoma State University, 1977
Extensive professional training and experience in the field of advertising, marketing, writing.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Mixed-media artist. Alternative education. Taught creative writing and art to homeschoolers. My partner and I write and and perform music for young children.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: I’ve been involved with humanitarian and animal rescue organizations for many years. Provided fundraising and promotional strategy and writing for many nonprofits.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To enhance, expand, and support the experience and quality of culture and fine art in Sonoma.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To offer my expertise, experience, and skills to the Commission.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I have a great deal of experience promoting programs and events to the public. I also have a lot of experience and enthusiasm for working with children esp. with art and music.

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Lauren Brenner November 18, 2022
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: November 20, 2022
Application Type: Cultural and Fine Arts Commission
CA-22-50
NAME: Tim Curley
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: As I retired teacher in the Sonoma Valley Unified School District, I possess a BA degree, plus several post graduate courses.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I have served on the Sonoma Valley Citizen's Advisory Commission. Also, on the Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury.

Currently very active I the local music scene as a musician, a local newspaper writer, and talent booker.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: I served on the board (member, Vice President, President) of the Sonoma Sea Dragons, a long defunct local youth swim club.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No, I have not. but I have followed the commission in the news.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Its role is to deliver the arts to the community. The approval, or disapproval, of projects important to that end are one of the Commissions charges.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
I am interested in bringing in a more youth focused direction. And I want to highlight the live music community in a bigger way.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? My connections at El Verano School are an entre to the youth concern, and the music this ....well, that is what I do.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
County commissions, listed above.

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Tim Curley

Seeking position on the City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commision Experience
Staff Writer – Sonoma Index Tribune, Current
Member – Sonoma Valley Citizen’s Advisory Commission (El Verano West), 2018- 2020
Member – County of Sonoma Civil Grand Jury, 2020-2021
Teacher - Sonoma Valley Unified School District, El Verano School, 1996-2018 Deliver lessons based on guidelines and personal insight. Respond to changing conditions and expectations. Shepherd student learning, understanding and growth.

Copywriter/Proofreader/Editor – The Kern Organization, Woodland Hills, CA Create effective written material; review and perfect for accuracy. Current.

Wine Educator -Ravenswood Winery Tasting Room, 1996–2017 Greet and host visitors, maximize sales, organize and orchestrate public events.

Owner/Proprietor - Verano Vintners, 1992-95 Create, promote, market and manage my own brand of wine, available throughout greater Bay Area.

Wine Counselor/Clerk – Lucky Stores, 1985-96 Lead industry store design crew.

Manage selection and inventory in department, place and receive orders, assist retail customers, supervise staff.

Sonoma County Housing Authority - Lease Negotiator, 1978-81 Follow Federal guidelines, inspect properties, assist families and elderly clients obtain housing.

Education
Teaching Credential, Dominican College, 1996
B.A., Sonoma State College, 1978, Environmental Studies and Planning Life Experiences
Northern California native, 39 year resident of Sonoma.

Father of four adult children.

Musician/Songwriter. Band leader/manager/promoter.

Pristine driving record
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 12, 2022
Application Type: Cultural & Fine Arts Commission
Other Interest: yes, Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission CA-22-67
NAME: Deb Emerson
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago, Booth School of Business.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Served on Sonoma's Cultural & Fine Arts Commission since February 2018 in which time I served on the Student Artist award application process and rubric.

Before moving to Sonoma, I served on the Board of Directors for Arts Education in Maryland Schools which supports providing art education support for programs where the arts have been stripped in our schools due to budget concerns.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: I serve on various Boards where education of diverse students are a focus of the organization and increasing students of color at the university level.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? yes, many since February 2018. We don't have a set meeting schedule but meet as needed and also have separate committee meetings.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? In addition to The Treasured Artist facilitation of selection and the Student Artist Award, temporary art collection on the Plaza, our committee is looking to engage the public in looking to artistically "wrap" unsightly objects on City property throughout Sonoma and bring art to the attention of passers-by. For example, a metal utility box could be wrapped with art, designed by a local artist. This work has been done by neighboring cities.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Some of my goals if allowed to continue as a Commissioner, would be to better support our local schools in their art education and provide more opportunities for young artists to thrive in our community; in addition, I would very much like to explore the artistic wrapping of areas where the display of the art would benefit our community. Another idea would be to replace the controversial garbage bins on the Plaza with devices which could also be "wrapped" with art.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? My time and dedication to working on the projects needed. Much of our committee depends on consistent dedication over many months of seeing a project come to fruition.

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Yes, I have served on the Cultural & Fine Arts Commission since February 2018.

Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? If we have an abundance of applications and eager citizens wanting to serve, I would be happy to serve as an alternate. Although we do need some stability to the committee and experience to remain on the committee to continue the work we are doing, I also support welcoming others to serve and would be happy to take a backseat and serve as an alternate which is often needed when other members are not able to attend. We have had a very involved alternate on our committee the last few years and he should be asked to serve as a full member given his dedication.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 9, 2022
Application Type: CFAC
CA-22-65
NAME: Steve Hagstrom
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Education includes Technical Theater Training (stage mgt., scenic, lighting and sound)
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: IATSE Local 107 Stagehand
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: End World Hunger Foundation - Board Member Polly Klaas Community Theater - Theater Advisory Board
City of Sonoma, Vice Chair CFAC
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes. All Zoom and in-person meetings, events and public appearances since appointed.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Maintain City mandated protocol for a Commissioner. Support the process of selecting a Treasure Artist and Student Award recipient.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Maintain and expand the Commission per City Council guidelines.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? My experience in the arts, and as a parent to a former SVUSD student, have given me perspective on the creative process.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
2019 to present
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I am an Theater and Event professional with many hobbies that are transferable to the position. Current and former positions include Transcendence Theatre Company, Sonoma Community Center, Sebastiani Theater, Agenda Item #6.4:

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Sonoma International Film Festival, Plein Air, Presentation School, City of Sonoma, Sonoma Arts Live, Pets Lifeline, Illusions Lighting and many other organizations, venues, & non profits in the Valley. I have lived and worked in Sonoma for 30 years and have family ties that date to the early 1970's. I feel that I can continue to make a valuable contribution to the CFAC. Thank you for your consideration.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 12, 2022
Application Type: Cultural and Fine Arts Commission
Other Interest: Planning Commission
CA-22-66
NAME: Lauren Kershner
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: (High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates attended, Degree and date of Degree) Fort Bragg High School, Fort Bragg, CA 2007
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Academy, Certificate in Occupational Studies: Culinary Arts, Portland, OR 2009
Santa Rosa Junior College, Associate's Degree in Political Science, Social and Behavioral Studies, and Latin American Studies, Santa Rosa, CA 2016 + course completions in Motivation/Empowerment, Project Management, and Skills for Manager, 2018
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Santa Rosa Junior College, Student Body Government 2014-16 which included a seat on several college-wide Commissions
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Food Drive Help with Food for Thought, Santa Rosa, CA 2014-2018 ESL Tutor for La Luz, Sonoma, CA 2018-2019 & 2022
President of the Sonoma Young Professionals, a group associated with the Sonoma Chamber of Commerce, 2018-2022
Event Organizer for Wig Out!, an annual fundraiser for Cancer Support Sonoma, 2019-2022
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes, several since I've been a member of CFAC since 2018. I have never attended a Planning Commission meeting.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? It is the Commissioner's responsibility to deliberate and select the city's Treasure Artist each year followed by planning their award ceremony and be with them in the 4th of July parade. It is also their duty to deliberate Agenda Item #6.4:

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION and select the student artist scholarship each year. In general, it is the responsibility of the Commission to ensure there is a rich culture of arts in our community and they do this by upholding high standards for our Treasure Artist and Student Scholarship, and collaborating with other art-focused organizations on community projects.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
I would like to ensure our arts culture is inclusive and diverse. I also have a goal to gain hands-on experience in public policy so that I can practice my passion for local politics in the future.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I bring a youthful perspective to the Commission, often recognizing wants and needs of our community beyond the status quo. I have a pulse on the art culture of today that might be lost on an aging community.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Yes, Cultural and Fine Arts Commission, 2018-present
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I have really enjoyed the opportunity to be a part of CFAC and think I have really grown into the position. At this point, I have historical reference on CFAC matters that help me contribute to the Commission in a wellrounded, thoughtful way.

Additionally, I have been a business owner in Sonoma for 6 years and love serving my community both professionally and philanthropically.

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L A U R E N K E R S H N E R

S K I L L S
The ability to take a challenge and turn it into a learning experience, communicate a clear company vision, and
execute strategic goals in a timely manner have been
the cornerstones of my success as a business owner.

E X P E R I E N C E
Exec. Chef | Beltane Ranch | 06/2014- 11/2017
Developed a diverse culinary program from scratch
including farm-to-table dinner parties, food and wine
pairings, and in-house event catering. Elevated the
culinary experience for the company with a global
perspective to food.

Owner | Goodness Gracious Catering, Songbird Parlour,
and Valley of the Moon Kombucha Co.
2016-present
Manages the various departments and staff to ensure
the company is fulfilling its mission and goals.

E D U C A T I O N
Associates in Occupational Studies: Culinary Arts
2019 | Le Cordon Bleu, Portland, OR
Attained great knowledge on all aspects of culinary arts and hospitality management.

Associates in Political Science, Social/Behavioral Studies 2016 | Santa Rosa Junior College
Student Government’s Vice President
All-American Academic Team Award
Ulysses S. Grant Leadership Award

O B J E C T I V E
To envision and implement projects
and programs that facilitate a happy,
healthy community for all.

To reinvent the Wine Country
experience to be inclusive of all
members of our community.

A C H E I V E M E N T S
North Bay Business Journal’s Forty
Under 40 Award, 2022
Press Democrat’s ‘23 to Watch’
Award, 2022
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: January 2, 2023
Application Type: Cultural & Fine Arts Commission
Other Interest: No
CA-23-3
NAME: Morgan Momsen
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Sonoma Valley High School 2009 - 2013 California Polytechnic State University - Art & Design, Concentration in Photography 2013 - 2017 - Bachelor of Fine Arts
Sonoma State University - Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - 2019 - 2020 OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Worked at Cal Poly’s art gallery Volunteered at the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art
Worked with photographers from the area
Volunteer each year at the Sonoma Plein Air Art Festival Taught art at St. Francis Solano School
Teach art in my own classroom
Attending other commission meetings
Attending school board meetings
Being a teacher and listening to all sides of a variety of issues, having endless patience, attending many meetings, being a part of a decision making team COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Boys and Girls Club volleyball coach GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Helping establish and maintain an equitable and balanced arts and cultural program in the valley. Helping to enrich, expand, and draw attention to the art community in the valley. Attending meetings, participating in discussions, critiquing and selecting artists to win awards.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Bringing more attention to the art scene in Sonoma, making the art community in the valley accessible to all, highlighting the art community in the valley, and exploring and recognizing the different cultures in the valley through art.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Bringing fresh ideas and a younger perspective to the team. Involvement in the Springs community and the children of the community through my work as an educator at El Verano School. Desire to see the enrichment of the art community in the valley as a young person seeking more diversity and more involvement through art in the valley.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I love to create art, critique art, admire art, question art. I think art has the power to bring people from all different ages, backgrounds, cultures, economic status, etc. together. I would love to help Sonoma really expand on, broaden and deepen the art community we already have here to engage more of the community in the arts.

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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Fine Arts — California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obsipo SEPTEMBER 2013 - JUNE 2017
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential — Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park JANUARY 2019 - MAY 2020

WORK HISTORY
Elementary Teacher — Sonoma Valley Unified School District AUGUST 2021 - PRESENT
I am currently a fifth grade teacher at El Verano Elementary School. I teach all subject areas including English language arts, mathematics, science, art, social studies, and social-emotional learning. I have established strong relationships with my students, families, and the El Verano community. I have created a welcoming, safe, and productive learning environment. I plan and teach engaging lessons, teaching students not only curriculum, but technology, self advocacy, and coping skills. I provide whole class instruction, small group instruction and support, and one-on-one instruction and support. My class is responsible for the creation of a school wide newspaper. I assess student learning and social- emotional wellbeing regularly. I attend staff meetings, student IEPs, and professional development days.

Garden Coordinator — Sonoma Valley Unified School District AUGUST 2021 - PRESENT
I am also El Verano’s garden coordinator. In this position I am responsible for building the school a garden. I have worked with maintenance and grounds to secure, fence, and bring irrigation into a space on campus. With support from colleagues I have secured tables and seating for the garden space to facilitate outdoor education. I successfully created a Donors Choose grant to receive garden beds for the school garden. I have reached out to multiple companies and organizations interested in supporting my efforts to build the garden and from them have received plants, soil, and a garden shed. I have organized meetings with members of the community who are donating to the garden. I attend garden coordinator meetings and ensure that the school garden consistently is moving forward.

Volleyball Coach — Boys and Girls Club
OCTOBER 2021 - PRESENT
As a volleyball coach for a 5th and 6th grade team at the Boys and Girls Club I am responsible for teaching the fundamentals of volleyball, running drills, helping the players improve their form and skill set, making sure the team treats one another with respect, and maintaining a positive team spirit. I also collaborate with coaches on line ups for games, positioning players based on their strengths and areas needing improvement. Creating a safe and supportive environment for the players to improve their skills in is the key to the teams’ athletic success.

Photographer
JUNE 2017 - PRESENT
I photograph a variety of portraits and events. This ranges from maternity shoots to self portraits. I use both digital and film cameras and use both Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to process my work.

SKILLS
Creating developmentally appropriate and engaging lessons Connecting learning to student interest and background knowledge Agenda Item #6.4:

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Implementing a universal design for learning
Maintaining relationships between staff, teachers, students and families Creating safe, supportive, and positive environments
Classroom and time management
Integrating technology in the classroom
Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: November 10, 2022
Application Type: Cultural and Fine Arts Commission
CA-22-41
NAME: Veronica Napoles
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: BA Fine Art--University of Miami 1973; BArch--University of California at Berkeley 1978
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I have been on the CFAC commission since 2017. Currently I am the chair.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Board of Trustees Headlands Center for the Arts, Youth in Arts Board of Directors, Board of Directors MarinArts, Chair, Springs Community Alliance GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes--many.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To develop and establish a balanced arts and cultural program that enriches, and advances the cultural and fine arts community.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To bring together existing community arts and cultural organizations by encouraging and promoting cooperation among them. Advise the city on all matters affecting the arts, culture and aesthetics of the city.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Organize advisory and resource subcommittees.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Yes. The Cultural and Fine Arts Commission since 207.

Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I would like to continue on the commission to see thru some projects and grow the commission.

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☒ I AGREE
Veronica Napoles November 10, 2022
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 8, 2022
Application Type: Culture and Fine Arts Commission
Other Interest: No
CA-22-64
NAME: Constance Schlelein
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Masters Degree - Arts Education Bachelor's Degree - Arts Education
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I served as the president of the Visual Arts Commission of the City of Loveland, Colorado. We created a cultural plan for Loveland in 1984, purchased millions of dollars in public art and helped with the largest outdoor sculpture show in the country. I was the Vice-President of the National Arts Education Association (K-16 arts education organization of almost 20,000 members.) Adjunct Professor of Visual Art and Arts Education, University of Northern Colorado and Colorado State University.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Board Member, Co-Chair of Creative Bridges (an alliance of 35 Sonoma Valley nonprofits, Chair of the Creative Alliance (a subcommittee of the Sonoma Chamber of Commerce promoting creative industries,) a member of the Sonoma Valley Unified School District LCAP team, working to promote arts education, Chairman of Sonoma Arts Now (California Arts Council arts education arm,) an advisor for the leadership team of Creative Sonoma.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes, I am a current commissioner. I have attended all but one meeting during my first term.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To develop a balanced arts and culture program to promote and advance the arts in the community.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To further move forward the prominence of the arts and culture in the community.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I bring vast experience in both culture and arts planning for communities as well as arts education knowledge and strategic planning for improvement.

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Yes - I am a current member of the Sonoma Culture and Fine Arts Commission.

Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I am the type of board member who will step up when I see a need or when called upon. I also am able to anticipate needs before they appear. My philosophy is to be a solution partner, but I appreciate good planning, hard work and research to inform the work that our commission does. I am a team player but also can lead when needed. I appreciate diverse opinions, hearing from all parties, with the goal of utilizing the arts to unify and uplift our community.

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Constance L. Schlelein
Leadership Experience:

Creative Bridges Co-Chair - Alliance of 30 Sonoma Valley arts education advocacy organizations, 2019 - Present Creative Alliance, Chair – Cultural Planning Task Force for Sonoma Valley, June 2019 - Present Sonoma Valley “Arts Task Force”, Co-Chair - COVID Pandemic Public Arts Coalition, June 2019 - September 2020 City of Sonoma Culture and Fine Art Commissioner - January 2019 - Present Arts Now, Create CA, Coordinator, arts education advocacy - September 2018 - Present Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Board Member, March 2018 - Present Vice-President, National Art Education Association - 2000 – 2008 Served on the NAEA Executive Board of Directors setting art education national policy for the U.S. States Colorado State Education Commissioner, Colorado Department of Education, 1999-2005 Served on the Colorado Commissioner of Education’s Leadership Team advising CDE board for arts education related issues.

Founder & Leader - ArtSource Colorado - 1994 – 2018
ArtSource Colorado is an annual arts educational leadership training institute in Colorado aids selected K-16 leaders in professional growth to help school districts implement content standards, assessments and integrate curriculum.

Co-Author Grant, ArtSource Colorado - CASSI National Grant, for $250,000.

Developed a system of professional development and leadership funded by the Getty Foundation in partnership with Colorado Department of Education. Created summer institutes on educational leadership, art standards and assessments and latest research in the field. Still functioning 22 years later.

President - Colorado Art Education Association. 1994 –1996.

Increased membership to 2,000 art educators, K - 16, coordinated activities across Colorado. Chair of 4 statewide conferences and Youth Art Celebration, organized and coordinated eight statewide arts organizations.

Representative Council - Colorado Art Education Association - 20 years Chair, Visual Art Commission - City of Loveland, CO, 1986-1992.

Delegated & facilitated the 1% For The Arts funding for the City of Loveland’s public art program. Worked with the Loveland Art Museum director to purchase and place several million dollars of art for the public art collection.

Connected the City of Loveland art museum with the school district and non-profits.

Representative to the U.S. States Collaborative on Art Assessment & Student Standards (SCASS).

Wrote the U.S. art standards and national assessments from the NAEP Assessments. Received training from national experts on fine arts assessments. Piloted national assessments in national, state and district schools.

Representative J. Paul Getty Trust - Prairie Vision’s National Center for Arts Education Leadership, 1995-2000
Colorado Standards Art Task Force member. 1994-1999 Created Colorado art standards and benchmarks.

Chair - NAEA, Public Relations and Advocacy Committee. 1993-1996 Chair - Partner in the Arts, State of Colorado. 1993-1994 Coordinated businesses, artists, museums & arts councils for a summer mentoring programs for art students AWARDS
Fulbright Scholar, Japan, 2000
Milken Family Foundation National Educator of the Year (Represented Colorado) - 1997 Colorado Candidate For National Teacher of the Year - 1998 Colorado Art Educator of the Year, Colorado Art Education Association, 1996 National Educator of the Year, Colorado Representative, 1995 Loveland High School Teacher of the Year, Thompson School District, Loveland, Colorado 1995 People Who Make a Difference Community Award, Loveland, Colorado 1996 Colorado Phi Delta Kappa Teacher of the Year, 1993
National Art Education Association’s Editor of the Year Award, NAEA, 1990,1991,1992 Agenda Item #6.4:

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Colorado Art Supervisor of the Year, Colorado Art Education Association 1990 Loveland High School Teacher of the Year, Thompson School District, Loveland, Colorado, 1988

ACADEMIC DEGREES
Post-Graduate Work + 130 graduate credit hours,
Art, art education, journalism, leadership, photography, video from state universities in Colorado, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Mexico and Kansas
Master of Science, University of Hawaii, 1975
Cum Laude in Secondary Art Curriculum
Bachelors of Science, Emporia State College, Emporia, KS Cum Laude in Secondary Art Education

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
County Arts Education Coordinator - Arts Council of Napa Valley, January 2, 2018 – September 1, 2019 Visual and Performing Arts Coordinator - Thompson School District, Loveland, CO 1987 to 2003 Supervised 59 Visual Arts Teachers (K-12), 45 Music Teachers, 8 Theater Teachers, 10 Dance Teachers Negotiated a graduation requirement in art and/or music Created scholarship drives and partnerships for school district high school art students Directed subject area state arts standards on state and district level for K-12 art education Facilitated meetings of K-12 visual art teachers
Developed professional development opportunities in partnerships with universities and partner districts for teachers Facilitated, researched and wrote the district curriculum Organized district warehouse supplies and multi-million dollar equipment purchases Organized art exhibitions, group events and scholarship fundraisers Wrote and oversaw numerous grants, apprenticeships, internships and exchanges Wrote guest editorials for local, state and national newspapers Organized and directed arts advocacy community groups
Interviewed and helped hire prospective K-12 arts education staff members Projected curriculum needs for professional materials
Interviewed, hired and trained new arts educators
Adjunct Professor, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado 1990 - 2000 Taught Art Education, Metalsmithing, Video, Art Education & Television Broadcasting.

Adjunct Professor, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado - Taught Arts Education, In-service Training Evaluator/Supervisor-Secondary & Elementary Art Education 1998-200
High School Arts Instructor. Loveland High School, 1979-2002 Art Courses Taught: Metal-smithing, Jewelry, Photography,Video/AP Art History/Ceramics/AP Portfolio/Drawing
Journalism Courses Taught: Journalism, Video, Daily Television Station (KLHS,) Newspaper, Yearbook National Scholastic Award Winning students and portfolios (25 years) State Scholastic Art Awards
Principal’s Advisory Team
Building Councils
Accountability Committees
North Central Evaluation Teams (3)
Colorado North Central Steering Committee
Principal’s Search Committee - new principal (3)
Peer Observation Program
Mentor Teacher
Student Teacher Coordinator
Art Club Sponsor/Downtown High School Art Gallery Sponsor Partner in LINKS and BRIDGES community partnership grants Curriculum Specialist – Art, Music, Physical Education, Humanities - 1991-1996 GOALS 2000 Grant Director in partnership with Northern Colorado BOCES Wrote Interdisciplinary Art Units, designed & trained - Trainer of Trainers Produced and created videotapes for State of Colorado for professional development training of teachers on state standards
High School Art Instructor, Bear Creek High School, Jefferson County, 1976-1977 Junior High School Art Instructor, Jefferson County, 1977 Visual Art Trauma Specialist, Drug and Alcohol Division, Civil Service G-5 Rank, US Army, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, 1973-75 Agenda Item #6.4:

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CAREER SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Curriculum Designer and Integrator
Creator and Implementer of local, state and national Visual Arts Standards & Assessments Public Arts Administrator
Arts Scholarship Consultant
Art Education Leadership Trainer
Community Organizer - bringing nonprofits and arts entities together for empowerment and action Arts Educator - K-16
Arts Education Administration
Creative Expression Integration - Social and Emotional Curriculum Design and Implementation Mentor & Trainer of future Art Educators
Videography, Photography, Graphic Design, Social Media
Big Picture Thinker & Strategist

REFERENCES
Debbie Yarrow, Arts Education Manager, Creative Sonoma (the arts council for Sonoma County) Olivia Dodd, Past Executive Director of the Arts Council of Napa Valley Linda Keaton, Executive Director of the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Susan Gabbard, Past President, National Art Education Association, Reston, Virginia Susan Ison, Director of Cultural Services, Loveland, Colorado, Loveland Museum & Gallery, Sharon Rouse, Docent Chair and Art Educator, Denver Art Museum Agenda Item #6.4:

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 17, 2022
Application Type: Sonoma Cultural and Fine Arts Commission CA-22-76
NAME: Ryan Smull
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bachelor of Science, Marketing, OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 15 year career the music industry as artist, manager and executive. 6 years in the local north bay wine industry.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Sonoma Cultural and Fine Arts Commission 2019-Current GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To foster a vibrant arts community in the city of sonoma, and help secure the city’s place as a world class arts destination.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Help bring the utility box decoration project to fruition. I would very much like to raise the profile of the commission, with a goal of increasing the number, quality and cultural diversity of entries for the yearly awards.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Extensive local network of contacts, graphic design for impactful collateral, a background in artist marketing and management.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Sonoma CFAC 2019-current
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I have loved my tenure on the commission as at large commissioner and alternate. I would be thrilled to hold either position again.

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☒ I AGREE
Ryan Smull December 16, 2022
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APPLICATIONS

DESIGN REVIEW & HISTORIC PRESERVATION

COMMISSION
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 12, 2022
Application Type: Design Review Historic Preservation
Commission
Other Interest: No
CA-22-68
NAME: Charles Cormany
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: BA/BS in Portraiture and Color Theory - Brooks Institute of Photography. Multiple certifications and continuing education classes related to Residential Energy Efficiency.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Extensive knowledge of residential construction practices. Industry expert - Residential Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy / renewables / sustainability.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: FISH, Sonoma Valley Holiday Program GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes - on DRHPC for over four years - Started in Feb 2018 What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Have served as Commissioner, Vice Chair, and Chair
What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Preserve historically significant buildings, respect the Sonoma esthetic, encourage affordable in-fill.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Continue to sit on this commission
Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
DRHPC - Since Feb. 2018
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I represent energy efficiency contractors, Exec Dir. of trade org, and support decarbonization statewide.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: January 1, 2023
Application Type: Design Review & Historic Preservation Commission
CA-23-1
NAME: Kara Haren
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: High School: Catalina Foothills High School (Graduated 2003, Tucson, AZ) College: University of Arizona (2003-2007). Bachelor's Degree, Business Marketing OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Spent the last 15 years working within Interior Design and Corporate Merchandising across Home Decor, Fashion, and Beauty Brands. I have spent the last four years building a residential interior design firm, servicing new builds/remodels to soft furnishings/stylings. Prior to that, I spent 5+ years at Pottery Barn Corporate, designing and sourcing product to bring to market.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Prior experience in San Francisco:
- Volunteer at San Francisco Raphael House (A family homeless shelter) - Member of The Junior League of San Francisco
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? I have not attended in person, but have read the minutes of the last calendar year.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To service the city of Sonoma, by carefully navigating and thoughtfully guiding the aesthetic direction/changes being proposed to the visual landscape of this town.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To serve as a sounding board for new proposals being submitted to the city, carefully listening to both residents and other board members. Leading with a pragmatic yet aesthetic-focused point of view, focusing on preserving and maintaining the beloved charm of this historic town, while balancing the old and new.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? My professional background is rooted in aesthetics, and my last four years have been exclusively focused on architecture and residential aesthetics. I simply have a passion for design. I also have a strong professional history of successfully working cross-functionally with different team members and company leadership, and would bring a calm, respectfully decisive and professional working relationship to this committee.

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Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I would be honored and delighted to be chosen to represent Sonoma on this committee.

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Kara V. Haren
__________________________________________________________________ December 14th, 2022
To the City of Sonoma,
My name is Kara Haren, and I would be honored to serve on Sonoma’s Design Review & Historic Preservation Commission. Let me take this opportunity to explain why I would love the opportunity to participate, and how my professional background could be the right fit for the role.

First, let’s start by how we got here. My husband’s grandparents have lived in town for close to thirty years, and during the last ten years while dating their beloved grandson, we visited often from San Francisco to ‘slow down’ and spend time with them in this charming town. We fell in love with Sonoma quickly over our near monthly visits, both for the kindness of the residents and for the visual charm of this beautiful, historic, town. During COVID, we (as many parents with young children did) questioned where we wanted to be, and more importantly, where *and whom with*, we wanted to raise our children.

Sonoma was top of our list, and we made the big life move sixteen months ago. My parents visited us in our new town, and as folks who also grew up in a town of this size, commented on ‘how nice of a community’ Sonoma was… and I couldn’t agree more. As a working mother of two young kids, I want to ensure they grow up to know that their voice and their time carries weight, and to use both wisely. When realizing we hit our year mark within Sonoma earlier this fall, I started actively looking for ways to be involved within this incredible town, which led me to explore the role of Sonoma’s Design Review & Historic Preservation Commission.

My professional background is such. I’ve spent the last fifteen years in interior design and corporate merchandising, working for a portfolio of well-respected corporate companies across Fashion, Home Decor and Beauty. After spending formidable years at Pottery Barn Corporate, becoming a mother curbed my desire to continue up the corporate ladder. I have spent the last four years building my own interior design company, Along Came Lennox, named after my first daughter Lennox, whose arrival created a strong desire for a different pace of life and to pursue something that really mattered to my heart. Our firm is built on the philosophy of getting to know our clients, identifying their style, and equally honoring the bones of the home. I have an appreciation and love affair for design, architecture and notably, for finding a balance of restoring the old and weaving in the new.

I am a proud resident of Sonoma who plans to grow old in this town. With sincere soul-searching about where I want to pour my heart and time both personally and professionally, I am looking for an opportunity to be involved within this town that I feel honored to live in. My hope is that my design expertise and professional background would be of assistance in reviewing, guiding and honoring the aesthetic charm of Sonoma.

Thank you kindly for your time,
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 7, 2022
Application Type: Design Review & Historic Preservation Commission, Planning Commission
CA-22-61
NAME: Ahmad Jahromi
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Masters degree in Architecture
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Current Alternate Commissioner for DRHP commission GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes. All meetings since two years ago
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? I am currently a member of this commission and familiar with its roles and responsibilities What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To serve the City of Sonoma maintain its historical values through reasonable review of submitted designs by the citizens
Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Yes. DRHP commission for past two years
I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of the date submitted. I also agree that if appointed, I will serve on the Commission/Committee for which I have submitted this application.
☒ I AGREE
Ahmad E Jahromi December 7, 2022
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 7, 2022
Application Type: Design Review Historic Preservation
Other Interest: Unfortunately, no, my experience is related to serving on the DRHP Commission.

CA-22-62
NAME: Christopher Johnson
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: I graduated from University of Eastern Michigan in 1991 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. My focus was sculpture and Ceramics with a minor in Art History OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I've attended supplemental trainings regarding various aspects of Historic Preservation
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To follow the city's development code and listen to staff recommendation when making decisions regarding items presented to the Design Review and Historic Preservation Commission.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To serve the cities best interest regarding Design Review and Historic Preservation and how projects relate to the city's development code.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I've been a commissioner for Sonoma for over 10 years and have a great understanding of the position and its challenges.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Yes, I've been on the commision for approximately 10 years Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I'm currently Vice Chair Of the DRHPC and would love to continue serving the city of Sonoma. Please use my current resume on file.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: January 2, 2023
Application Type: Design Review and Historical Review
CA-23-4
NAME: Gary Padgett
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: (High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates high school and some college and Vietnam Veteran attended, Degree and date of Degree)
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Native Sons of the Golden West
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Not as of yet
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To preserve the integrity of Sonoma as we know it
What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To preserve the look a feel of what makes this City what it is What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Understanding what the public wants
Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? Not really
I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of Agenda Item #6.4:

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☐ I AGREE
Gary Padgett February 1, 2023
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 16, 2022
Application Type: Design Review & Historic Preservation Commission
Other Interest: Planning Commission
CA-22-74
NAME: Richard Pollack
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: James Madison High School, Brooklyn, NY - graduated in 1968 with honors Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY - engineering studies 1968-1970 Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY - graduated with Bachelor of Architecture 1973 Many post-graduate courses over the course of my years of practicing architecture.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: See attached overview of my credentials qualifications. Rather than create a new credential submission I have included a submission used for an award I received from CoreNet Global.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Additional information is included with the attachments, but here are some highlights:
o I was a member of the CSEC for 2 years, have been a mentor with three boys at Hanna for a number of years, and served as President of the Men’s Club at Congregation Shir Shalom.
o I was member of the Tamalpais Design Review Board in Mill Valley, Chair of Membership for CoreNet Global, President of the International Interior Design Association (headquartered in Chicago), Member of the Board of Congregation Rodef Shalom in San Rafael, Board member of Congregation Beth Israel-Judea in San Francisco, Board of the Architectural Foundation of San Francisco, and Board of the Sonoma Bicycle Coalition.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Agenda Item #6.4:

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION The goal of the Design Review and Historic Preservation Commission is to protect the architectural heritage of Sonoma and promote excellence in town design through its review of proposed projects and developments.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
I would first learn all that I can from the current Commissioners and review key written materials to provide me with a good reference point of the Commission's current goals. Ongoing efforts would be to help continue the feel and design of our City and to help ensure that development is in accord with City guidelines and State mandates.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I believe that with my architectural education and experience I can be a helpful addition to the Commission by focusing on the design and historical issues coming before the Commission.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Community Services and Environment Commission, 2016-2017 Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I have been working as an architect since 1973, started my own firm in San Francisco in 1985, added an office in Los Angeles, and was pleased to have a staff of over 50.

Please review the attachments for additional information.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 13, 2022
Application Type: Design Review and Historic Preservation CA-22-69
NAME: Micaelia Randolph
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: BA, MA, EdD
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

DRHPC Commissioner since 2012, appointed by Joann Sanders.

Member of Sonoma League for Historic Preservation since 2002 o This work led to my desire to contribute to historic preservation at the Commission level and to work toward Sonoma becoming a Certified Local Government
SLHP Board member, 2009-2011
SLHP Auxiliary Member, 2004-2011
o The Auxiliary created fundraising events like the Cottage and Garden Tour, History Lecture Series, Henri’s Birthday Party and Country Picnic Deeply involved in restoration of the Maysonnave House which opened in 2008 o Fundraising, grant writing
o Cottage and Garden Tour, 2004-2010
o Co-chair of the Cottage and Garden Tour in 2010 with Nancy Simpson o Wrote histories of 30-40 historic homes in Sonoma for the Cottage and Garden Tour (samples available upon request)
This experience gave me a deep and visceral appreciation of the history, charm and precious nature of our town and its residents.

Supported Sonoma’s move to become Certified Local Government Commitment to preservation of the town of Sonoma as a visual, cultural and historical entity.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Free Spirits Gospel Choir
Pets Lifeline
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes. Commission member since 2012
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? The DRHPC is charged with preserving the architectural landscape and and heritage of the City of Sonoma, ensuring adherence to its status as a Certified Local Government and encouraging excellent design for new projects.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Support efforts to move forward with historical projects like the Train District.

Ensure adherence to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for historic projects.

Support and encourage excellent design for new projects.

Act as a supportive team member and listener.

Support City of Sonoma staff
What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Remaining informed, preparing for and attending meetings, speaking up Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
SRHPC since 2012
I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of the date submitted. I also agree that if appointed, I will serve on the Commission/Committee for which I have submitted this application.
☒ I AGREE
Micaelia F Randolph December 12, 2022
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 23, 2022
Application Type: Design Review and Historic Preservation Other Interest: Cultural and Fine Arts
CA-22-80
NAME: Toni Thompson
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA. DOA: 1982 - 1986. Graduated with Highest Honors, May 1986. BA in Social Science/Urban Design. Honors Thesis on the Impact of Public and Low-Income Housing Environments on Their Residents.

San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA. DOA: 1987- 1989. Graduated 1989. Multiple Subject Teaching Credential 1989.

Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA. DOA: 1995 - 1996. Masters in Education with an Emphasis in Reading Strategies. 12 units completed.

College of Marin 2009-2010 Real Estate Certificate program. All coursework completed.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Various classes in art history, architectural history, environmental psychology, environmental design and interior design. 15+ years work experience in residential interior design and residential architectural design, management and construction. Ability to read plans and blueprints. Member of HOA Surveillance Committee of a 42 unit condominium complex in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico.

Duties include providing oversight of financials, property improvements, maintenance staffing and resident concerns.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Member, Sonoma Valley Museum of Art.

Volunteer, Moms Demand Action.

Volunteer, Planned Parenthood.

Volunteer election poll worker for Sonoma County.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Yes. Three
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To review plans for projects that may have an impact on the overall architectural heritage, look and feel of the site, neighborhood or City of Sonoma and determine whether they fit into the historical and design guidelines Agenda Item #6.4:

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What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To preserve the architectural heritage and history of the City of Sonoma while also incorporating the changing needs of residents and business owners. To foster a clear and cohesive review process for applicants. To listen to all views and make determinations that are reasonable and as fair as possible.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? As a fairly new resident of the East side historical neighborhood, I live amongst a diverse and vocal group who have strong views about how they want their neighborhood to look. I feel that all groups need to be listened to and feel that their voices are heard. I also feel that guidelines are in place to make determinations about historic properties and design choices which need to be duly considered along with public opinion. I feel that my years in teaching lends me expertise in listening to people and doing necessary vetting and research to assure a well thought out decision. My 15 years of experience in interior design and construction and my interest in architecture and the arts gives me background and resources to help in the process. And my openness to the inevitability of change helps me to look forward to how our city is growing, evolving and changing and to look at how to strike the balance between preserving the past and planning for the future.

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APPLICATIONS

PARKS, RECREATION, & OPEN SPACE COMMISSION
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NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

City of Sonoma

COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 6, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
Denise Collier
BS, Business Administration; CSU Sacramento
Human Resources Certificate; SRJC
Current:

Classroom Volunteer – Prestwood School (2018 - present) Previous:

Food Pantry Volunteer – FISH
Commissioner - City of Sonoma Community Service and Environment Commission; Kiwanis Club
Volunteer Coordinator – Red and White Ball
Mentor - SV Mentoring Alliance
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? New committee, but I was previously a member of the CSEC What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Advise the City Council on matters related to the preservation and enhancement of the parks, recreational facilities and open space under the jurisdiction of the city.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To assist with maximizing the beauty and enjoyment of community recreational facilities and open spaces What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I will work hard to research matters that come before the committee and communicate with the community regarding needs and opportunities for improvement and maintenance so that our local recreational and open spaces can be enjoyed well into the future.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Previously served on the CSEC 2015 - 2017
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I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of the date submitted. I also agree that if appointed, I will serve on the Commission/Committee for which I have submitted this application.
☒ I AGREE
Denise Collier August 6, 2022
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DENISE COLLIER

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Volunteer Coordinator 2017 – present
Vintage House Senior Center, Sonoma
• Volunteer recruitment, training and appreciation
• Manage myRide volunteer driver program and TECHsquad volunteer technical assistance
• Community Outreach
• Special Events and Fundraisers
Administrative Assistant: 2015 – 2022
Unitarian Universalists of Petaluma
• Prepare weekly email newsletter using MailChimp
• Maintain website
• Prepare weekly bulletin
Administrator / Event Coordinator: 2015 – 2017
Finnish American Home Association, Sonoma
• Managed Heritage Hall and Gazebo, wedding and event facility • Property Management of senior residential units
• Organized events for senior residents
Human Resources Assistant: 2013 - 2015
Petaluma City Schools
• Maintained confidential personnel records
• Created and posted vacancy information on various websites • Presented new hire orientations
• Administered employment tests
Office Manager / Wedding & Event Coordinator: 2001 - 2013 First Congregational Church of Sonoma and Burlingame Hall • Managed logistics of events including weddings, concerts, fundraisers, funerals etc. • Prepared and negotiated contracts; maintained event files • Maintained conference room schedule and facilities calendar • Processed payroll using ADP
• Managed custodial staff

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Business Administration, CSU Sacramento Human Resource Management Certificate, SRJC
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VOLUNTEER WORK & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Classroom Volunteer – Prestwood School; Food Pantry Volunteer – FISH; Commissioner - City of Sonoma Community Service and Environment Commission; Kiwanis Club, Volunteer Coordinator – Red and White Ball; Mentor - SV Mentoring Alliance Agenda Item #6.4:

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NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

City of Sonoma

COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 4, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space
Commission OTHER INTERST: Climate Action Commission
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
peter coster
BGS -Ohio University
MA. Pacific School of Religion, The GraduateTheological Union MDiv. Pacifc School of Religion
PhD. Sorbon
Served on the Board of the Sonoma Valley Commnity Health Center
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To contribute to the conversation regarding open spaces, parks and recreational facilities within the city of Sonoma
What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To balance the need to protect open spaces with increasing demand for affordable housing What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? As a Sonoma resident for 25 years have seent the rapid growth, the challenges and the changes that have resulted
I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of the date submitted. I also agree that if appointed, I will serve on the Commission/Committee for which I have submitted this application.
☒ I AGREE
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Vita
Peter H. Coster
Founder and Director (2005-Present)
Center for Psychotherapy, Spirituality & Creativity, CA. 501(c)3 non-profit corporation with a mission to provide affordable mental health services to the community, educate and train marriage and family registered interns, provide continuing education in the form of classes, workshops and seminars.

Responsible for the administration of the center, clinieal supervision and training.

Adjunct Faculty/Clinical Supervisor (1998-2014)
John F. Kennedy University Center for Holistic Counseling, Oakland, CA.

Clinical supervisor for graduate level trainees in psychology, trans personal and somatic progrirms. Lndividual and group supervision, in-service training, consultation with Center staffand clinical supervision training.

Adjunct Faculty/Ilew College Berkeley/The Graduate Theological Union (2007-20f0 Develop and teach graduate level accredited course in Para-Professional.

Counseling I and II.

SeminarAilorkshop/Retreat Facilitator (1 997-Present)
San Damiano Retreat Center, Danville, CA.

Conduct workshops and continuing education seminars for licensed professionals. Lead week-end retreat on topic related to spirituality and addiction recovery Utilizing small and large group process and didactic presentations Co-Founder and Co-Directo r (1987 -1992)
The Center forAddiction and Spirituality, Berkeley, CA.

Outpatient treatment for a variety of compulsive and addictive disorders. Focus on Stage II recovery with individuals and groups. Conduct classes, workshops and seminars.

Counselor/Psychotherapist (1 987)
Family Service Center, Alameda Naval Air Station, Alameda, CA.

Provided short-term individual, marriage, and family therapy and crisis Intervention for Navy personnel. Case management, statistical reports and case consultation. Taught classes on stress management and led groups on spousal abuse.

Pastoral Counselor/Campus Minister (1987-1999)
St. Mary's College, Orinda" CA
Developed and implemented student leadership programs with an emphasis on supervision, counseling and spiritual direction. Coordinated campus-wide student retreat programs, weekly liturgies, and social justice issues. Worked closely with the counseling center faculty and staff. Prepared and monitored budget.

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Peter H. Coster
Psyqhoanalvtic Psychotherapist- (1989-2021)
Maintained a full time private psychotherapy practice servicing adults and couples with issues relating to: Addiction recovery PTSD, Shame and attachment dis-orders, Mid life transition, Existential, Spiritual and Religious issues.

Education
PhD Psychology and Religion (2005)
Ecole Superieure Robert De Sorbon, France.

Post-Master's Certifi cation, Clinical Psychology ( 1 984) John F. Kennedy University, Orinda, CA.

Master's ofArts Degree, Pastoral Psychology and Counseling (1983) Pacific School of Religion, Berkeley, CA.

Master's of Divinity Degree (1982)
Pacific School of Religion, Berkeley CA.

Bachelor of General Studies (1978)
Ohio Universiry, Athens, Ohio
Licensure and Certifications
Marriage and Family Therapist, License (1989)
Board of Behavioral Science Examiners" CA.

Certified Clinical Supervisor (200 1 )
The CalifomiaAssociation of /Marriage and Family Therapy Ordination to Ministry (2005)
Trinity Christian Mini stries
Post Graduate Training
The Solano Center, Albany, CA. (1987-1900)
Continuing Education in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
The C. G. Jung Institute of San Francisco (1902-04)
The Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis, CA. (2005) The Psychotherapy Institute, Berkeley, CA (2006-2008)
The Ridhwan School for Spiritual Development (1985-1995) The Enneagram Institute, NY (2000-2002)
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Vita
Peter H. Coster
Professional Affiliations
CaliforniaAssociation of Marriage and Family Therapists Clinical member since 1990
Community Institute for Psychotherapy, San Raphael, CA
The American Psycholo gical Association, 20 02 -Division 3 9 The Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis, 2004 The Association for Spirituality and Psychotherapy,2A}4 AmericanAcademy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, 2006
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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION CA-22-15
NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

City of Sonoma

COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 3, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
John Donnelly
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Please see my Updated Resume (being mailed to City Clerk for attachment) OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Please see my Updated Resume (being mailed to City Clerk for attachment) COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Please see my Updated Resume (being mailed to City Clerk for attachment) GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? The PROS Commission is new until awaits Commissioners.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To advise the City Council on issues related to the preservation and enhancement of the City's parks, recreational facilities, and open space, e.g., the Sonoma Overlook Trail. The PROS Commission can help facilitate a forum for public input regarding the upcoming recommendations of Karen Collin's Task Force on Parks & Recreation, as well as on the priorities for Measure M funding in years ahead.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To contribute to the mission of the PROS Commission drawing on my volunteer experiences here in Sonoma (see Resume) along with my enthusiasm and gratitude that Council has now established this new PROS Commission.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? See directly above, and my Updated Resume
Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
Traffic Safety Committee, 2005-2007; CSEC 2021-2022; City Tree Committee, 2021-2022 Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I am most grateful for the many volunteer opportunities our City offers to its citizens; I look forward with enthusiasm to now contributing to the mission of the new PROS Commission.

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JOHN T. DONNELLY
Move to Sonoma December, 1998
Professor Economics and Associate Director of International Programs, 1968-1998, Washington State University - PhD Economics, Vanderbilt University, 1970)
- University Ombudsman (1984-1987)
Sonoma Traffic Safety Commission(2005-2007)
c Participated in five Seeds of Learning volunteer workgroup trips to El Salvador and Nicaragua (2000 -2009, Group leader for 2 trips) Board of Directors of Seeds of Learning (various years) 2' Chair, Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards, 2005-2012 - SOT Steward, 2000 -2020 (first Docent class (2000-2003) — Initiated and organized 2007 Trailhead Improvement project: kiosk with exhibits, bike racks, picnic table, stone walls, dozens of trees - Assisted Open Space District with trail design for Montini Preserve - Project Team member for SOT Rehabilitation & Reroute (2018-2019) Rotary Club ConservationAward, Arbor Day (2011)
Group Leader for Audubon Christmas Bird Counts in Sonoma area (2005- present) » Monitor for Bay Area Raptor Nest Surveys (BARNS, 2003-2007) Bird Monitor for Sear’s Pt wetlands Restoration (2016 - present) - Also, bird monitoring at Sonoma Development Center for Sonoma Land Trust (2015-2016)
Docent at Van Hoosear Wildflower Preserve (2007 - present) Sonoma HometownBand (trumpet, 2001-2009)
Member of First Congregational Church, UCC (2007- 2020) Chair, Earth Care Committee (2011-2019) - Managed installation of church's solar system on Burlingame Hall — Organized the “First Congregational Church Advocates for Earth Care" (2014 +)
Co—sponsor & member of Sonoma Valley Climate Coalition (2017 -present) Creekwood PlainsHOA Board 81Architecture Committee (2000-present CSEC, C.aMM\-3,5-ltaidév?’ Q02!-20225'C|’r\‘/'Tl'2€E’
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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION City of Sonoma

COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 1, 2022
CA-22-14
NAME: Erik Garcia
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Help guide future projects to make sure they are aligned with the community sentiment for how spaces should be used.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Help provide sustainable projects for future generations to enjoy this beautiful valley.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I have been involved with many projects over the years. I have local knowledge and hope to help in whatever way possible.

APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION ☒ I AGREE
Erik Garcia August 1, 2022
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CA--22-22
(DUPLICATES)
NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

City of Sonoma

COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 8, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
Mariah Hanson
BA, English Lit- UCSB 1984
Event Producer, Board member, LGBT activist
Past EQCA Board Member
Past SF Community Center Board Member New Board member Sonoma Ed Foundation
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? I have not.I understand it is a new committee.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? The committee would help guide the city in the preservation, conservation and enhancement of the open space and parks under the city's governance.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To provide input in best practices, planning and development of our open spaces and parks in a manner that encourages public engagement while fostering conservation and stewardship.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I am an event planner by trade, and produce a well known music festival in Palm Springs, Ca. I maintain an eye to hosting events while ensuring the smallest imprint on the surrounding communities.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? My family has had roots in Sonoma since 1942. My Grandfather sold his property to a developer in the late 80's with an eye to maintaining the pristine beautify of The George Ranch. The love of the Sonoma landscape has been deeply instilled in me from Childhood.

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION CA-22-28
NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

City of Sonoma

COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 11, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: Climate Action Commission
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
Matt Metzler
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: B.A. in Environmental Studies and Planning, Sonoma State University, 1982.

Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential, Single Subject Life Science, Social Science, and Physical Education Teaching Credentials, 1982.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Served on the Sonoma Community Services and Environment Commission, 2016- 2022.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Life Member of Sierra Club, Active member of Sonoma County Bicycle Coalitiuon, Past Active Member of Sonoma Valley Climate Coalition, President of Adele Harrison Middle School Parent-Teacher Organization, 2001-2003, Member Sonoma Valley Democrats, Vintage House Senior Center, Sonoma Valley Cyclists, Praxis Peace Institute
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? N/A
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To use my knowledge, experience, and judgement to provide advice and guidance to the Sonoma City Council regarding Parks, Recreation, and Open Space.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To enhance parks and recreational facilities and opportunities, and improve open space, in and around the City of Sonoma.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Extensive knowledge and experience in parks and environmental issues.

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION I would prefer to be appointed to the Climate Action Commission, for which I have also applied. I would gladly serve on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission if I am not appointed to the Climate Action Commission. I would not serve on both Commissions at the same time.

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION CA-22-37
NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

City of Sonoma

COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 25, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No

ANGEL ROSARIO
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Graduated High School 1999. Bachelor Degree in Political Science from University of Puerto Rico in 2005.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Member of University of Puerto Rico Board of Trustees from fiscal year 2005 to 2006.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: N/A
GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To assist the City Council by providing suggestions on ways of improving recreational opportunities within the City of Sonoma.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Listen, share ideas and develop recommendations that enhance recreational opportunities in Sonoma.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? As a former member of the military and my current role at Social Security has given me experience working with diverse groups and being open to suggestions from individuals of them.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No.

Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? None.

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Angel Rosario Rosario
WORK EXPERIENCE:

SOCIAL INSURANCE SPECIALIST

FRANK HAGEL FEDERAL BUILDING
1221 NEVIN AVE
RICHMOND CA 94801
From: 8/2019 – Present
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Claim Specialist is the keystone position of the Social Security Administration by authorizing entitlement to programs administered by the agency. All the Claim Specialist are responsible to review and authorize claims and other complex determination for benefits under the Titles II, XVI and/or XVII of the Social Security Act.
• Adjudicate and authorize entitlement or disallowance actions at all levels of difficulty and complexity under programs administered by SSA.
• Develop, investigates and resolve claims and any post entitlement update for either Title II, Title XVI or Title XVIII beneficiaries regarding their records information or discrepancies.
• Responsible for processing and “triggering” full range of Retirement, Disability, Medicare, Spousal, Child workload cases after analyzing any possible and potential entitlement. • Proceed with non-medical denials on disability claims following “res-judicata”, 090, M3, M4, M5, M6 codes when required.
• Conduct interviews to obtain, clarify, and verify information about individual applicant’s initial and continuing eligibility for programs administered by Social Security Administration. • Assist the public by explaining the multiple options for conducting business with Social Security Administration, including online services.
• Examine evidence to evaluate its validity and acceptability in establishing entitlement to benefits, and, when necessary, take the required developmental actions to obtain all available relevant evidence to complete cases.

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• Determine issues in any claim or referred post-adjudicative action, prepare formal or informal determinations relating the facts, evidence and issues to the requirements of the law, regulations, policies and precedents.
• Assists applicants in securing evidence, electronically record any evidence required, and when applicable, prepare and record special determinations of facts.

Supervisor: Dinah J Scott
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
3164 GARRITY WAY
Richmond, CA 94806
From: 12/2018 – 08/2019
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Customer Service Representative provides the full range of assistance to beneficiaries and the public regarding all programs administered by the Social Security Administration. • Interview beneficiaries inquires and/or their representatives to determine the nature of their problem or interest. Explain technical provisions, elicit relevant facts, and when applicable advice of appeal rights and reporting responsibilities and resolve problems with payments or eligibility.
• Receive and examine applications for the issuance or replacement of Social Security cards either for citizens or current lawful, work-authorized noncitizens either in person or by mail. • Review daily all mailed applications of Form SS-5, (Application for a Social Security Card) and ensure authenticity and truthfulness of forms of identity provided by applicants. • Examine evidence of citizenship and lawful documents issued by Department of Homeland Security to determine the authenticity and adequacy in relation to required laws, regulations and procedures for the issuance of Social Security numbers. • Respond to inquiries regarding Social Security numbers (SSN’s), replacement cards, corrected cards and the actions needed for newborns, adoptions and aliens. • Provide information about specific retirement options and compute estimated monthly benefits payable at various ages to enable individuals to make retirement decisions that will affect them the rest of their lives.

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• Investigate case situations and reconcile discrepancies causing interruption in the receipt of Title 2 and Title 16 monthly benefits. Decide when critical payment procedures should be used and refer to a higher graded employee.
• Serve as the office remittance clerk, processing payments and returned benefit checks received in the office using the appropriate automated system.

Supervisor: CHRISTOPHER SHUM
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

ASSISTANCE CHIEF CUSTOMER SUPPORT

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVE
381 AIRLIFT DRIVE CIR
WING D-100Travis Air Force Base, CA 94535
From: 01/2016 - 03/2019
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Assist the Section Chief with managing the Customers Support Section on all programs/policies.
• Ensure timely updates via military database MILPDS and DEERS. • Counsel active/reservists military members on retirement benefits and eligibility, health insurance, veterans and survivor benefits.
• Assist members in collecting Group Life Insurance, Emergency Data or any other personal critical information.
• Conduct face-to-face record reviews to obtain qualifications and ensure personnel data to be properly correct in “MilPDS”.
• Ensure that all records created for reservists’ members are maintained in accordance Air Force Manual Management of Records.

Supervisor: TRICIA S THOMAS
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

LEAD CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
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2100 FRANKLIN ST
Oakland, CA 94612 United States
From: 10/2016 - 12/2018
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Lead Customer Service Representative serves as the work leader and provide technical assistance and guidance to Customer Service Representatives (CSR’s) at the Tele-Service Center. Will provide technical assistance and guidance to CSR’s in handling inquiries and many other requests from the public in general. Ensure uniform and proper application of Social Security laws, regulations, policies and procedures and extend assistance to supervisor/management officials in carrying out the work of each unit they are assigned. • Serve as a Technical Advisor for CSR’s responding to very unusual/complex and/or sensitive cases. Use expert technical knowledge of guidelines and policies to assist other employees with complex case processing to ensure the accuracy of the information and decisions. Assists CSR’s on the proper use of systems-related records, software and equipment. • Provide a lead role in technical training, coaching, and mentoring other employees. Advises supervisor of CSR’s training needs and as assigned, develops or uses appropriate training materials, schedules and plans to meet those needs. Conducts training for office staff on specialized subjects/operational issues.
• Conduct daily quality reviews of completed CSR casework to determine accuracy, detect trends and operational and systems problems. Reports to supervisory staff on the quality and accuracy of the CSRs work and makes recommendations for improvements in policy, procedure, and office workflow.
• Assist management in monitoring workload receipts, including pending and backlogged cases; analyzes data; and makes recommendations for reducing backlogs and improving work processing. Assists the supervisor or manager in coordinating activities in the office or training unit.
• Properly safeguards personally identifiable information (PII) from loss, theft or improper disclosure including inadvertent disclosure. Immediately notifies management of any breach, loss or potential loss of PII in any form. Serve as a resource or go to person on extending protection and disclosure of PII issues.
• Assist the supervisor in assuring the timely completion of daily assigned workloads. • Reviews and extend comments on any possible new procedures and assists in developing supplementary procedures and/or reminder items for training unit personnel. • Conduct special studies, including work sampling; prepare and provide appropriate daily, weekly and monthly production reports to managers as requested.

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• Facilitate customer use of and registration for SSA’s online suite of services, through direct customer assistance as well as continued education of employees. As appropriate, assists with resolving routine and complex customer service problems related to online services. • Assist CSRs performing a variety of clerical and data entry functions in support of day-to-day workloads. (These workloads include, but are not limited to, annual wage reporting (AWR), Earnings Modernization adjustments, Representative Payee, eRPA, etc.). Amends inputs and clears system rejects that result from CSR input.
• Evaluate telephone calls and other work through service observation to identify trends and determine training needs.
• Perform non-supervisory work of the same kind and level as that done by the journey-level CSR’s, but not more than 75% of the time.
• Serve as a mentor for new employees and provide on-the-job-training. • Propose training to help improve the skills, work ethic, and performance of new employees. • Perform any other type of technical or administrative duties as assigned.

Supervisor: TAMIKO MORRELL
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

TELE SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
2100 FRANKLIN ST
SUITE 200
Oakland, CA 94612 United States
From: 06/2014 - 10/2016
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Tele Service Representatives contribute to Social Security mission through direct service to the public. This involves receiving incoming calls through SSA’s National 800 number and conducting interviews to determining the nature of the call or provide general information on SSA laws, rules and regulations and Medicare Insurance Programs; obtaining information in order to determine eligibility for programs administered by SSA; and using automation tools to access and update information about claims or potential eligibility. Provide assistance to beneficiaries and the general public by telephone or in writing; Conduct interviews to determine the nature of the caller's question or issue; Explain technical information, gather facts, evaluate evidence, and take action to resolve problems relating to all Social Security programs. • Respond to telephone calls from the public regarding procedures in filing for the full range of initial claims and potential eligibility for various types of claims. This includes: Title II, Title Agenda Item #6.4:

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XVI, Title XVIII, Retirement, Disability, Survivors, Supplemental Security Income and Medicare.
• Completed over 850 calls per month, and over 10,200 calls per calendar year. • Quickly identified the key pieces of information provided by our customers. • Independently researching correct response and/or course of action to take with each call. • Utilized all of the resources available: CHIP, Policy Net, TSCOG, POMS, MSOMS, AM'S SocialSecurity.gov, Medicare.gov to input information when making appointments, rescheduling appointments, direct deposit (DD) and if requested sending Benefit Verification (BEVE) letters. • Properly identify callers to ensure the Privacy Act of Social Security Administration laws and regulation for the wide and multiple benefits available to the caller. • Screened callers for potential benefits such as Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug plan cost and provide information for Medicare premiums by referring beneficiaries to Social Services for the state buy in programs.
• Provide assistant to the callers sending proper documentations in regard to appeals on Disability and Supplemental Security Income cases.

• Establish installments payments on Title II and Title XVI overpayments; and input them to the Debt Management System and/or MSSICS.
• Corrected the discrepancies and/or sent corrective action messages to the Program Service Centers.
• Utilized bilingual skills to assist Non-English-speaking customers in conducting Social Security business.
• Treat the public and fellow co-workers with highly degree of courtesy and respect. • Maintained a positive and productive working relationship within the office, work unit and/or group.
• Send MDW’s to Field Offices and Processing Centers to request on detailed explanations of the beneficiaries inquiries.
• Provide detailed explanation and status of pending Retirement, Survivors and Disability claims to callers who inquired about their potential benefits. • Respond to calls from beneficiaries by responding to inquiries or initiating action to effectuate changes to the MBR database.

Supervisor: DANA HOLMES
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
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PERSONNEL SERGEANT

PUERTO RICO AIR NATIONAL GUARD
200 JOSE A TONY SANTANA AVE
MUNIZ AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE Carolina, PR 00979
From: 03/2013 - 12/2015
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Involved with manual and computerized system to maintain personnel records. • Involve with duties at Operations Group (OG) in support of the personnel squadron. • Responsible for maintenance of correspondence, regulations, directives, letters and other publications pertaining to personnel administration.

Supervisor: JULIE FIGUEROA
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Public Housing Administration
AVE BARBOSA # 606
Hato Rey, PR 00917
From:04/2012 - 05/2014
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Responsible and ensure to keep inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock of materials, equipment and other items from stockroom, and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors.
• Receive, analyze and submit for final approval, invoices from suppliers and administrator agents, in order to repay equipment and multiple services to the agency, accordingly with federal regulations and procedures of the General Accounting Office (GAO). • Prepare reports, memorandum letters, financial statements and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database and “Fundware” software.

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Tax Specialist
Puerto Rico Department of Treasury
PASEO COVADONGA NUM. 10
San Juan, PR 00902-4140
From: 10/2009 - 03/2012
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Collect taxes from taxpayers, including single individuals and businesses organizations, according to prescribed income tax laws and regulations. • Maintain knowledge of tax code changes, and of accounting procedures and theory to properly evaluate financial information.
• Confer with taxpayers or their representatives to discuss issues, laws and regulations involved in income tax returns, and to resolve problems with income tax return payments as well.

Education:

University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras, PR
Master's Degree 12/2010
GPA: 3.92 of a maximum 4.00
Credits Earned: 43 Semester hours
Major: Program Administration Minor: Planning Honors: Magna Cum Laude Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
• QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS, RESEARCH TECHNIQUES
• PUBLIC BUDGETING MANAGEMENT
• ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
• GOVERNMENT AND PLANNING

ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAMS
• ADMINISTRATION AND DEVELOPMENT
University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras, PR
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Bachelor's Degree 06/2005
GPA: 3.12 of a maximum 4.00
Credits Earned: 138 Semester hours
Major: Political Science Minor: International Relations

TRAINING
• Contact Service Representative
• Advanced Contact Service Representative
• 2014 Information Security Awareness Training For SSA and DDS users • Telework Overview Lesson
• 2015 Information Security Awareness Training For SSA and DDS users • Diversity inclusion Cultural Education Series: LGBT Community Training • E.W.D. Information Security Awareness Training
• 2016 Records Management
• Sanctions Training
• E.W.D. Records Management For Non-Capstone Officials
• E.W.D. No Fear Act 2016
• Performance Assessment and Communications System (PACS) Training for Employees • 2017 Anti-Fraud Training
• Information Security Awareness Training 2017
• 2017 Records Management Training for Employees
• Beginning Your Coaching Engagement
• Chapter 1 What is Mentoring?
• Chapter 3 Your responsibilities As a Mentor
• Chapter 4 What You Should Expect Of Your Mentee
• The Art of Effective Coaching
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• Beginning Your Coaching Engagement
• Emotional Intelligence Applying EI at Work
• 2017 Access to Success Disability Awareness
• E.W.D. Information Security Awareness Training
• No Fear Training 2018
• 2017 Access to Success Disability Awareness
•RAPIDS Certification: Introduction and DoD ID Card Policy • RAPIDS 7: Basics for Verifying Officials and Site Security Managers • Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act (No FEAR) Training V1.0 (ZZ133081)
• DoD Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) General Awareness Course • Supervisor Safety Training
• Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC) – 2014
• Self-Aid and Buddy Care (SABC) CBT
• AF Counter-Improvised Awareness Course, July 2013

AFFILIATIONS
•Golden Key Honor Society - Member
•The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) - Member •Public Administration Graduate Students Association (PASA) - Treasury / Member

AWARDS RECEIVED & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Individual Cash Award NRB – 8/24/2018
• Individual Cash Award NRB – 8/23/2018
• Individual Cash Award NRB – 8/18/2017
• Individual Cash Award NRB – 7/29/2016
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• Overall selected to participate on the Job Experience Learning Program (JELP) at Social Security Administration HQ in Woodlawn, Maryland. (5/01/2016-5/31/2016) •Wide knowledge of Microsoft, Linux and OS operating systems and software’s. •Licensed Life Insurance Sales Agent in Puerto Rico.
•Hobbies: travel, music collector, hiking, watch basketball, baseball, football, tennis, golf and soccer games.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 10, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION?
CA-22-24
NAME: Brendan Tierney
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Sonoma Valley Academy (in the community center- no longer exists). I had a serious medical condition realted to my stomach that is finally improving. I will be signing up for Santa Rosa Community College in the new year and hope to start taking a few classes in 2023
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I am a very social person, assist local neighbors in the walking of their dogs. I often attend the local Carter park and help some of the neighbors with their dogs (throwing the frisbee, etc)- Our dog passed in Sept of 2021.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: I have regularly particiapted in the Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless thru the Sonoma Community Center. My Mom and I give a lot of food and other items to the SOS Homeless shelter. We regularly give to the Redwood Food Bank GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No- but I would like to. I have attended other city meetings.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? to provide feedback regarding park issues, what the community wants to have in their parks, how to enhance and maintain the beauty of the parks and the grounds.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
to ensure that the parks are maintained properly, that the recreation facilities are up to date, to help maybe with fundraising .

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? By contributing a younger persons view on the parks and what kinds of services that we enjoy Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
no
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I am a kind and considerate person. I have the time to dedicate to this committee and I would enjoy learing more about city government. My grandmother lived here for more than 40 years and we moved here to Agenda Item #6.4:

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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION support her until she passed at 101 years old in December of 2020. My Mom bought our house in 2001 and works at Sonoma Valley Hospital She plans to retire here and hopefully, I will do the same some day. I am 23 years old.

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PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: UC Berkeley Extension/ SF- Business Courses, paralegal course, Bellevue Community College/Bellevue, Washington- Courses in Programming, HTML, Server Management, Notary Public
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I have managed many large departments over the years (Microsoft - 3 states in the Consulting Division, managed 2 law firms in San Francisco (Murphy, Weir & Butler and Csaplar and Bok), managed a small private school in Sonoma before it lost a lot of its students due to Covid- currently at Sonoma Valley Hospital in the Case Management Dept, but assist in many other departments across the hospital.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: I vollunteer a lot for the hospital- Covid shots at the high school for seniors, Thanksgiving dinners for homeless at Veterans Hall, on the little league board when my son was young. I invented the hit-a-thon as a means to make money for little league park upkeep. It was very successful and I think it continues to this day.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No- not this commission.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? to assist in the management of the local parks and help in the decision making related to park issues.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
to help improve the beauty of the parks and facilities that reside there.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I am semi retired now and so I have the time to contribute, I have management background, good at help bring people to a concensus- worked with attorneys, have 3 in the family... good communicator and negotiator because of that. I am a notary public.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
no
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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? Just looking for some avenue where I can add value to the beautiful city of Sonoma. I am from San Francisco orginally and loved coming up here as a young child to visit an Aunt that lived in Boyes Hot Springs. I remember going to the Springs when I wa a kid.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 25, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
CA-22-35
NAME: Charlie Tolbert
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: High School - Justin Siena High School graduated 1970, college prep courses Attended University of San Francisco 1970-1971 History major OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 50 years local wine industry, cellar rat, cellar master, assistant winemaker, winemaker, consultant.

Mentor - Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance
Coach - Little League, SVGSBA, Babe Ruth, SVHS Frosh/Soph and Varsity Volunteer - weekly lining soccer fields for Sonoma Soccer GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? Not yet.

What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Seek input to understand the issues and make recommendations to the City Council What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To provide thoughtful insight and meaningful, solution oriented recommendations to the City Council What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I would bring an open and inquisitive mind couple with the experience of knowing, as a volunteer, how much work is required to prep and maintain recreational facilities.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
I have not n or currently serve on any Sonoma Commissions or Committees.

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☒ I AGREE
Charles M. Tolbert August 25, 2022
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EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: (High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates attended, Degree and date of Degree) 2017-2018 - Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization Point Loma University
2005-2006 - Physical Education Teaching Credential Sonoma State University 1997-2001 - BS Business Management Menlo College
1993-1997 - Attended Sonoma Valley High School
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 2016 - Present Physical Education and Adapted Physical Education Teacher SVUSD 2020 - Present: President of Sonoma Jr. Dragons Youth Football and Cheer 2021- Present: Vice President of Sonoma Girls Fast Pitch 2014 - 2020: Division Coordinator Sonoma Girls Fast Pitch 2016 - Present: Sonoma Valley Little League coach
2001 - 2008: Sonoma Valley High School Baseball Coach
2003 - 2018: Sonoma Valley High School Football Coach JV & Varsity 2008 - 2016: Head Varsity Baseball Coach Archbishop Hanna High School COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Yearly representative for F.I.S.H. annual Christmas Food drive.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? My understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission has been to provide information about parks, recreation and community services. I assume the task force will continue to work on the first two phases of the multi-year work plan. I believe the responsibility of a member of the commission will be to attend meetings, identify needs in the community, build relationships with local organizations and bring information to the public.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
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What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? n/a
Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I am very interested in this board and appreciate your time and consideration.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 26, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? Yes
CA-22-38
NAME: Jared Mellinger
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: I have attended all public Schools in Sonoma Vally. I attended Prestwood Elementary
starting in kindergarten through 5th grade commencing with graduation. Then attended Adele Harrison Middle school 6-8th grade. graduating with honors and all A's.

Currently attending Sonoma Valley High, with a 4.0+ taking multiple AP classes. playing on the Varsity Golf and Basketball teams, and waterpolo in addition to school clubs.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I am intersted in serving on this commission to see how City Commissions work, to be involved in my community and to
be involved with a subject that is important to me.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: i have been involved with different charitable organizations and volunteering my time through my synagogue affiliation as well as school volunteering. I have supported FISH through volunteer hours and donating money in addition to helping various organization during the fires of 2017 & Covid to support Sonoma Valley & surrounding areas for citizens in need of services GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? I understand as a youth member of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission (PROS) we would obtain information and matters related to Preservation & enhancement of the parks, recreational facilities and Sonoma City Open space & bring all researched information, feedback, recommendations , concerns and issues good & bad and support to the City Council. Open Space , parks and recreational facilities are near and dear to all Sonoma citizens. Information is key to making confident, guided decisions and a youth perspective for many is a welcomed input.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
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THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL ATTACHMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION As a youth ( non-voting ) member , my goal would be to learn about City Commissions and how they run within Sonoma City Council. As a life-long citizen of Sonoma, keeping Sonoma clean, beautiful & open spaces available for the publics use. PARKS, RECS & OPEN SPACE and its well being for future generations is a subject that I have 100% interest in. I would listen, provide local feedback, research and basically offer support with a Youth viewpoint when requested.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I am a sophomore, 4.0 student taking AP classes and daily I am asked of my teachers to research, study and learn about subjects to determine outcomes, reactions from problems or analyze why things happen. Real life is no different that education studies. I can contribute a level headed youthful approach and perspective on issues pertaining to our Parks, open space & recreational facilities and making them better.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: August 27, 2022
APPLICATION TYPE: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission OTHER INTERST: N/A
ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A YOUTH POSITION? No
CA-22-39
NAME: Sinjin Bain
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: College, Major in Industrial Design OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I am an experienced team member and leader having started multiple successful businesses and have also worked in large companies running large teams and business units on a global basis. I love working with teams and people to solve problems in creative and innovative ways.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: I am a trustee of the Bigglesworth Foundation, am a member of the Tencent DEI Council and am a mentor as part of the Sonoma Mentorship Alliance. I have developed Student Grant and Educational programs to promote BIPOC and under represented students on a national basis.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? no
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? I am not entirely clear based on this being a newer commission? I am expecting that this commission will be lead and be an integral part for the strategic planning for the future of the Sonoma Plaza What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Ensure our community is represented and reflected in our approaches to managing and developing plans for our parks and public spaces.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I am very creative in approaches to solving complicated challenges.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? I am happy to discuss the role and responsibilities at the convenience of anyone interested in discussing who is involved in forming the commission.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: November 17, 2022
Application Type: Parks, Rec & Open Space
Other Interest: No
CA-22-45
NAME: Jessica Misuraca
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bachelor of Arts in Management
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Chair, Sonoma Overlook Trail Stewards Volunteer, Montini Open Space Preserve
Volunteer, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Chair, Sonoma Overlook Trail
Former board member, Sonoma Valley Community Health Center GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Advise the City Council regarding City parks, recreational areas, and open space.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To bring a boots-on-the ground perspective to what it takes to maintain and protect our natural areas.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Many years of real life experience on our local trails and at our local open space regions, as well as supervisory experience thereof. First hand knowledge of the issues of fire prevention and homeless impact on these areas. Relationships with City officials including Public Works, Fire and Police, as well as SOS.

Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No.

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☒ I AGREE
Jessica Misuraca November 17, 2022
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: November 21, 2022
Application Type: Parks,Recreation,& open space comission Other Interest: Planning Comission
CA-22-52
NAME: Sofia DeTorres DeTorres
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

ALTERNATIVE PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
Yes
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: In High school now
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: I am an active youth member of this community. I was born in Sonoma and so would like to see how to develop a better foundation for us kids to have more outdoor things to do in sonoma.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? To observe how our city makes decisions about our community.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
To increase the support for the kids of Sonoma.

What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? Ideas on things I have seen that other communities do to foster the youth in their towns. I play a lot of sports and I have seen recreational parks from coast to coast.

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Sofia C DeTorres November 23, 2021
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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 13, 2022
Application Type: Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission Other Interest: Planning Commission - placemaking while respecting and showcasing the history of this town is so critically important
CA-22-70
NAME: Katrina Lennon
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR A
YOUTH POSITION?
No
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: University of California, Santa Barbara 2008 undergraduate program majoring in Business Economics
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 14 year professional career spanning finance & executive search. Lived internationally in Canada as well as New York, Santa Barbara and San Francisco.

British and Canadian citizen. Permanent Resident of the United States.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Currently a Real Estate Council member Make A Wish Foundation, Bay Area Chapter.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? No
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission? Review, discuss, and evaluate matters within the scope of parks, open space, natural areas, trails, and recreational facilities and programs for the purposes of advising / making recommendations to the City Council on these matters.

What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?
Preserve the beauty and enjoyment of City of Sonoma public open spaces. My goal would be to listen to the ideas of the community and support healthy respectful discourse surrounding future developments within parks that would enhance lifestyle and community engagement. Review and empower those with programming ideas that speak to a diverse range of interests and backgrounds and an efficient management of those resources for community benefit
What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized? I'm an organizer and motivator of teams at my core. I'm been in the client service industry for the past 15 years which speaks to my service-leadership mentality. I put others before myself. I speak up for marginalized groups and consider my personal commitment to altruism high. I'm an active listener and most of all, I'm a mother to two young boys who will grow up here in Sonoma over the next two decades. Therefore I have a Agenda Item #6.4:

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Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?
No
Is there anything else you would like us to consider when reviewing your application? In the height of the pandemic my husband and I made a conscious decision to move to Sonoma and raise our family here. I founded a mommy group which I'm in the process of starting a 503c for which supports recreational and support services for new parents since the pandemic here in the town of Sonoma. There are just under 100 parents on that list. I'm a frequent user of playgrounds, parks, hiking trails and the community center in Sonoma for myself and my family.

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COMMISSION APPLICATION
Received Date: December 22, 2022
Application Type: parks, recreation and open space commission CA-22-78
NAME: marlin ( russ ) montgomery
ADDRESS:

PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

SVHS, SONOMA STATE COLLEGE BS, UOP DENTAL SCHOOL DDS
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: BROOKINGS HARBOR HEALTH DISTRICT BOARD CHAIR

SUTTER COAST HOSPITAL BOARD CHAIR

FIELD OF DREAMS ( SONOMA ) BOARD
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: ALL OF EXPERIENCE ABOVE VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Have you ever attended a meeting of the Commission to which you are applying? If so, how many? NO
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this Commission?

TO HEAR AND RECOMMEND ACTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL
What would be your goal(s) as a Commissioner?

TO ASSESS COMMUNITY NEEDS AROUND PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE NEEDS AND IMPROVEMENTS What do you feel you could contribute to see these goals realized?

TO HEAR AND UNDERSTAND THE COMMUNITY'S WANTS AND NEEDS
Have you previously served, or do you currently serve, on a Sonoma Commission or Committee? If yes, which one(s) and for what period of time?

I AM PRESENTLY A BOARD MEMBER OF THE FIELD OF DREAMS COMPLEX I certify that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of Agenda Item #6.4:

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☒ I AGREE
marlin montgomery December 22, 2022
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City of Sonoma
Commission Committee Roster ‐ September 30 2022
Commission / Committee First Name Last Name Notes ‐ Other Term End CFAC Deb Emerson Appointed by CM Harrington 1/31/2025
CFAC Steve Hagstrom Appointed by Previous
CM Harvey 1/31/2023
CFAC Lauren Kershner Appointed by Previous
CM Hundley 1/31/2023
CFAC Veronica Napoles Appointed by CM Agrimonti 1/31/2023 CFAC Constance Schlelein At‐Large Member 1/31/2023
CFAC Ryan Smull Alternate Member 1/31/2023
CFAC George Thompson Appointed by CM Ding 1/31/2025
CFAC Francie Ward At‐Large Member 1/31/2023
DRHPC Kelly Amar Appointed by CM Ding 1/31/2025
DRHPC Vickie Haraszthy Appointed by CM Lowe 1/31/2025
DRHPC Charles Cormany Appointed by CM Agrimonti 1/31/2023 DRHPC Christopher Johnson Appointed by Previous
CM Harvey 1/31/2023
DRHPC Micaelia Randolph Appointed by Previous
CM Hundley 1/31/2023
DRHPC Ahmad Jaharomi Alternate 1/31/2023
Planning Commission Matthew Wirick Appointed by CM Agrimonti 1/31/2023 Planning Commission Steve Barbose Appointed by Previous CM Harvey 1/31/2023
Planning Commission Robert (Bob) McDonald Appointed by Previous CM Harrington 1/31/2025
Planning Commission Larry Barnett Appointed by CM Ding 1/31/2025 Planning Commission William (Bill) Willers Appointed by Previous CM Barnett
1/31/2023
Planning Commission Ron Wellander At‐Large Member 1/31/2023 Planning Commission Sheila O'Neill At‐Large Member 1/31/2023 Planning Commission Alternate Member 1/31/2023
Traffic Safety Committee Yvonne Bowers Appointed by CM Agrimonti 1/31/2023 Traffic Safety Committee Nancy Parmelee Appointed by Previous CM Harrington 1/31/2025
Traffic Safety Committee Mark Demenno Appointment by CM Ding 1/31/2025 Traffic Safety Committee Appointment by previous
CM Hundley 1/31/2023
Traffic Safety Committee Armando Zimmerman Appointed by Previous CM Harvey 1/31/2023
Traffic Safety Committee Alternate 1/31/2023
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
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