Form Name: Boards and Commissions Application
Unique ID: 1307515020
Applicant Information
Name Jenny L Bratton
Are you a Sunnyvale resident? Yes
Description Area Residence Notice:Unless otherwise noted, your principal place of residence must be in Sunnyvale. You must live in Sunnyvale at the time of appointment and at all times during service on a board or commission.
Current Main Residence
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Email
Phone
Are you currently a registered voter in
Sunnyvale?
Yes
When was the last time you voted?
Month/Year
11/24
Have you ever served on a City of
Sunnyvale board or commission?
Yes
Check all that apply Previously served
Name(s) of boards or commissions
previously served with approximate
dates
Heritage Preservation Commission
Have you attended a meeting of the City
Council, or a board or commission?
No
Have you attended meetings of the
board(s) or commission(s) for which
you are applying?
No
Board or Commission Selection
First Choice Board of Library Trustees (R)
Applicant Qualifications
Jenny Bratton
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What motivated you to apply for this
board or commission?
I love that the library is a community space. Whenever I go to the library, I see patrons young and old enjoying its resources. I enjoy that it's a welcoming and safe space. I am also really excited about the new library being opened in North Sunnyvale. I think this is long overdue to increase access to those communities. I am a big fan!
What skills or attributes can you bring
to this board or commission?
I can bring my skills in advocacy to this Board. Being a first-generation immigrant, I know the importance of having a library stocked full of multi-lingual and multicultural resources. The library was where I spent most of my free time in my youth. It was the books that the librarians introduced me to and my participation in summer reading programs at the library that accelerated my reading and English skills.
The primary role of a board or
commission member is to provide
advice to City Council on policy issues
that are within the scope of the board or
commission. What steps would you take
to effectively exercise this specific
board or commission role?
I would first learn the policy issues that are relevant to this role so I can be better-informed and also be able to articulate on these issues. Then I would be sure to engage in respectful dialogue and listening to the community.
Education – List college degrees,
majors and any relevant training or
experience that demonstrates your
ability to effectively serve on this board
or commission.
I have had a 15-year public school career as an educator. I also have past experience serving as a member on the Heritage Preservation Commission.
Describe your involvement in
community activities, volunteer and
civic organizations.
I have been involved with the Sunnyvale Sister City Association as a volunteer for the past 5 years. I am also a long-time member of Rotary (Redwood City club) and serve as the secretary of that club. I have also been a longtime volunteer and have previously served on the executive board of Sunnyvale Middle School PTSA.
Description Area The City has a Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials and an Attendance Policy (7.2.19), 2 G (II) that appointed members are required to follow.
Do you have any concerns related to the
above code and policy?
No
Are you willing to accept a temporary
appointment for the remainder of an
unexpired term?
Yes
Board or Commission-Specific Questions
Board of Library Trustees
Jenny Bratton
Community demographics and
technology are constantly changing.
What do you think are the principal
issues the Sunnyvale Public Library
may be addressing over the next few
years?
Census records show that the biggest shift in demographics is among the senior population. As the senior population grows, the public library will need to address this by providing more equipment, modifications, or training targeted towards this group and provide more senior services.
Also, technology threats such as malware or data breaches is another area that the library may be forced to pre-empt or take more proactive measures around. Even though the policy of Sunnyvale Library states that it is an open network provided by the City of Sunnyvale available to the general public and is NOT INHERENTLY SECURE, the library may still want to put in place more secure measures to prevent bad actors from exploiting the vulnerability of its users.
Last, but not least, there may be a decrease in public funding in the foreseeable future which will result in budget cuts.
Demographic Information
Your age 45-64
Your gender Female
Description Area LGBTQIA+ Identity (LGBTQIA+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, and the “+” is an all-inclusive way to include additional terms used to describe one’s gender, romantic, and sexual identities for those who do not identify with heterosexuality or the gender binary.)
LGBTQIA+ Identity No, I am not part of the LGBTQIA+ community Race or Ethnicity (select all that apply) Asian
Do you speak a language other than
English?
Yes
Which languages? conversational Mandarin
Household Income Over $161,670
Residence - Are you a Homeowner
Do you live in a Single Family Home
Your Agreement
Jenny Bratton
Description Area IMPORTANT NOTICE – READ BEFORE SIGNING:By selecting both “Yes” and “Submit Form” below I am adding my digital signature to this application. I am also agreeing with the following statements:All statements I have made on this application are true and correct.I authorize the City of Sunnyvale (City) to investigate the accuracy of this information.I release the City from all claims and liabilities arising from such investigation.I acknowledge that any false statement on this application will be grounds for the City to deny my appointment. A false statement discovered later, will be grounds to dismiss me from my appointment at any time.I acknowledge that any false statement on this application could lead to criminal charges.
Charges could fall under California Penal Code, Section 115 or other applicable law.
I agree Yes
Your full name Jenny Lin Bratton
Date Jan 21, 2025
Jenny Bratton