Form Name: Boards and Commissions Application
Unique ID: 1336054843
Applicant Information
Name Daniel Wong
Are you a Sunnyvale resident? Yes
How long have you lived in
Sunnyvale?
12 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
November 2024
Have you ever served on a City of
Sunnyvale board or commission?
No
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 Planning Commission (R)
Applicant Qualifications
Daniel Wong
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: ___________________
4/17/25
4/17/25
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What motivated you to apply for
this board or commission?
As a Sunnyvale resident since 2013, I've developed an
appreciation for our community and would like to contribute to its continued growth and success. I'm interested in the planning commission as I see serving on this commission as an opportunity to apply my expertise while learning more about local
government. I'm looking forward to collaborating with others on the commission and City Council to address our community's challenges and help shape a great future for all Sunnyvale residents.
What skills or attributes can you
bring to this board or
commission?
My professional experience in marketing and analytics has equipped me with valuable skills in data-driven decision-making and strategic planning, which I believe could be beneficial to the city's initiatives. Specifically, my expertise in budget management, forecasting, and performance optimization could contribute to effective project planning. Additionally, my background in cross-functional collaboration and team leadership would be valuable in working with diverse stakeholders to address Sunnyvale's planning challenges.
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 start by reviewing and understanding the responsibilities and scope of this role and also get up to date on all the policy issues. In addition, I will build good working relationships with the other members of the commission and City Council as I've found this to be crucial in being effective during my professional experience. I want to provide the board members the best information possible to make the right decision for the city of Sunnyvale.
Education – List college degrees,
majors and any relevant training
or experience that demonstrates
your ability to effectively serve
on this board or commission.
B.S. in Marketing and MBA from San Francisco State University; 12+ years of experience in performance marketing at Shutterfly, The RealReal, and Stitch Fix. Expertise in data-driven
decision-making and strategic planning which aligns with the analytical and collaborative nature of this commission role.
Describe your involvement in
community activities, volunteer
and civic organizations.
My most recent volunteer work was with Tech for Campaigns during the 2024 elections. As part of a team, I provided paid social media support for a candidate running for the Ohio House.
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
Daniel Wong
Are you willing to accept a
temporary appointment for the
remainder of an unexpired term?
Yes
Board or Commission-Specific Questions
Planning Commission
Sunnyvale has limited vacant
land for new development. This
could increase pressure for
redevelopment of existing
developed areas. How can
Planning respond to this
situation?
Due to Sunnyvale's challenges with limited vacant land, it's important to have a thoughtful process in redeveloping existing areas. I believe planning can respond by promoting smart redevelopment such as redeveloping older shopping centers or underused lots.
I also think it's important to keep the community involved in these decisions, so that changes reflect what people actually want and need.
If appointed to the planning commission, I'm eager to learn from others on the commission and from the community, and to approach these decisions with an open mind and a focus on what's best for Sunnyvale in the long run
Planning Commissioners are
often asked to consider social,
economic and environmental
issues when reviewing proposals.
How do we achieve a balanced
community?
During my career, I've rarely made decisions in a vacuum-there are always many stakeholders involved. I've been effective at building strong cross-functional teams to ensure everyone's needs are considered, and I would bring this same approach to the Planning Commission.
A balanced community is one where planning decisions
thoughtfully integrate social, economic, and environmental priorities. For example, this might mean supporting projects that provide affordable housing, encourage local businesses, and incorporate sustainable design. Achieving this balance requires ongoing collaboration and transparency. I'm eager to learn from the community and my fellow committee members to help make decisions that reflect these values.
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What do you see as the greatest
land use challenges facing the
City? How do you propose
addressing them?
Sunnyvale's greatest land use challenge is meeting ambitious state housing mandates of nearly 12,000 new homes by 2031 with more than half being affordable despite having a shortage of vacant land.
Addressing this will require creative solutions, such as adding ADUs, encouraging higher-density housing, and identifying underutilized commercial properties for redevelopment. With the rise of remote work, there may be opportunities to convert vacant or underused office space to housing though this is a complex process and needs supportive policies. I believe the best approach is to combine these strategies with ongoing community engagement which ensures that redevelopment is thoughtful and keeps Sunnyvale a great place for everyone.
Description Area View the Housing Element
Have you read the Housing
Element?
No
Fair Political Practices Commission Statement of Economic Interests Description Area If you are appointed to the Arts Commission, Heritage Preservation Commission, Housing and Human Services
Commission or the Planning Commission, you must electronically file the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700), which will be a public
record.Statement of Economic Interests - Form 700Understanding of Filing Requirement I understand and agree that if I’m appointed to the Arts Commission, Heritage Preservation Commission, Housing and Human Services Commission or
Planning Commission I must electronically file the Fair Political Practices Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700). This form reports my economic interests and those of my spouse or domestic partner, if applicable. I understand this will be a public record.
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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 Daniel Wong
Date Apr 17, 2025
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