Form Name: Incumbent Reappointment
Unique ID: 1338097736
Applicant Information
Please accept my request to be
reappointed to:
Housing and Human Services Commission
Name Leesa M Riviere
Are you a Sunnyvale resident? Yes
How long have you lived in
Sunnyvale?
32 Years
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
Email
Phone
Are you currently a registered
voter in Sunnyvale?
Yes
When was the last time you
voted? Month/Year
11/2024
How long have you served on
current your board or
commission?
4 Years
Have you ever served on another
City of Sunnyvale board or
commission?
No
Leesa Riviere
Office Use Only
Date Received:
__________
Voter registration
verified:
Office Use Only
Date Received: __________
Voter registration verified:
On: ___________________
By: ___________________
Date Received:
Voter registration verified:
On:
By: ___________________
4/25/25
N/A
MH
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What new information about your
qualifications would you like
Council to know?
Please click for reference document thank you!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/100CORG9x2A-_wmKanxeqb lsT6-v6lplvLufYErJExzs/edit?usp=drivesdk
https://prezi.com/p/l62lp2_spayn/?present=1 - Interactive Resume/CV
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leesariviere/ - Linked In
Since the honor of being appointed to serve on the commission and elected vice chair for 2 consecutive years, since 2021, I am greatly appreciating the privilege of learning more about the resources and contribution of the various staff, community members, fellow commissioners, and nonprofits, encompassing in supporting the Sunnyvale community as a resident of over 30 years, and fully dedicated and committed to continuing toward serving, learning and engaging with the community and fellow commissioners contributing and collaboration towards best practices and ideal support on the Housing and Human Services Commission.
In addition, I am also serving as an elected/appointed Board of Directors member of the Santa Clara County Alliance of Black Educators, with prior service on the Alumni Board of Directors for Santa Clara University, and greatly enjoy collaboratively contributing in learning from and with the community, especially with experience in the field of education for over 15 years, and with family residing in Sunnyvale for over 40 years (from attending sunnyvale schools at San Miguel Elementary, Fremont High School, Columbia Middle School to my first job role as a referee for the Sunnyvale Youth Basketball league, being president of the Sunnyvale Teen Advisory Committee-Events, volunteering with Sunnyvale community Services, growing up attending activities and classes with waivers at the Sunnyvale community center, and awarded Summer Teen Volunteer of the Year 2 consecutive years) each member of my family has been involved in volunteering and serving the Sunnyvale community.
With award research in the field of education, and completion as a first generation doctoral graduate, as the first in my family to complete graduate school with a PhD in Organizational
Development and Change, concentration in Media, Technology, Innovation, Masters degrees in M.Ed, MA (Educational Leadership and Human Development) and a foundation in Sociology
(Concentration in Organization and Equality), minor in Science, Technology and Society (Emphasis in IT) and have also been awarded the Marie Fielder Center for Democracy, Leadership, and Leesa Riviere
Education Fellowship and as a Institute for Social Innovation Fellow for Fielding Graduate University, School of Leadership Studies, encompassing involvements including student
government, President's Global Incisive Excellence Council, and award winning research team on equity in education access across global populations, all involve towards contributing to a unique insight and perspective valuing the policies, programs and resources for best practices along with the responsibility and understanding of the landscape and needs of the Sunnyvale community demographically and overall.
In addition, on a daily basis contributing professionally to the field of Enrollment Management in higher education, involving engaging in counselling and advising students with faculty and staff locally, nationally and internationally form over 40 different countries, 20+ different states, interacting with over 30+ K12 schools/colleges throughout the Bay Area and California with processes involving over 14,000 students, on their path towards their lifelong learning journey goals and processes involving resources including applying and attending college and post secondary education, with opportunities towards full tuition and room and board scholarships with stipends, funding and various non profit partnerships (including for students first in their families to attend college), I believe are all connected and integral to the mission of access and equity of opportunities and resources, for the Housing and Human Services Commission.
Leesa Riviere
Reasons you wish to be
reappointed.
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https://docs.google.com/document/d/100CORG9x2A-_wmKanxeqb lsT6-v6lplvLufYErJExzs/edit?usp=drivesdk
https://prezi.com/p/l62lp2_spayn/?present=1 - Interactive Resume/CV
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leesariviere/ - Linked In
I would be honored to be reappointed to the HHSC for various reasons including:
Continuing/leading by example with fellow commissioners on a sense of community and shared collective responsibility in thoughtfully, effectively and impactfully communicating and achieving in depth analysis of policies and best practices serving Sunnyvale residents with funding, resources, and holistic support towards a thriving community and environment for all
Looking forward to submitting study issue/addressing concerns relating to the community
-Honoring and recognizing community members with involvement in the annual citizen and student/organizations recognition award for Sunnyvale (continuing in serving on the committee)
-Valuing deeply a sense of commitment and responsibility to the community where I grew up, and shaping many various positive experiences, looking forward to counting and contributing and fostering positive living community and experiences for residents and families in the Sunnyvale Community overall
-Learning more about the increasingly diverse community and needs of Sunnyvale,toward best bridging and anticipating needs and support along with staff and community partnerships Leesa Riviere
Any additional information
related to your reappointment?
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https://docs.google.com/document/d/100CORG9x2A-_wmKanxeqb lsT6-v6lplvLufYErJExzs/edit?usp=drivesdk
https://prezi.com/p/l62lp2_spayn/?present=1 - Interactive Resume/CV
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leesariviere/ - Linked In
Due to circumstances relating to family caregiving and recent bereavement leave for the passing of parent, in Fall 2024, and work related community providing a broader scope/broadening horizons in understanding the context of Sunnyvale in relation to within the Bay Area community, and would greatly appreciate your consideration towards continuing service as a commissioner, thank you!
Demographic Information
Description Area
Do you speak a language other
than English?
Which languages?
Your Agreement
Leesa Riviere
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 Leesa M Riviere
Date Apr 25, 2025
Leesa Riviere