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Incumbent Reappoint ment
1451130396
Applicant Information
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Please accept my request to be
reappointed to:
Parks and Recreat ion Comm ission (R)
Name
Are you a Sunnyvale resident?
How long have you lived in
Sunnyvale?
dona mason
Yes
20 years
Dona Mason
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 appo intment and at all times during serv ice on a board or comm ission.
Current Main Residence
Email
Phone
Description Area Employment NoticeCity of Sunnyvale emp loyees may not serve on a Board or Comm ission.
I am a current City of Sunnyvale No
employee.
How long have you served on Since 2021
your current board or
commission?
Have you ever served on another No
City of Sunnyvale board or
commission?
What new information about your
qualifications would you like
Council to know?
During my time as a commissioner on the Parks and Recreation Commission, my colleagues have elected me twice to serve as Vice Chair. Also, I have attended numerous commission-related events, generally remaining in the background and speaking with city residents about their experiences with the Sunnyvale Parks and Recreation Department. In that realm,I have attended the Arts in the Park annually, various meetings to discuss park renovations, Earth Day Celebrations, and the opening of Washington Park Swimming Pool to learn more about citizens' experiences. As the only female commissioner during my tenure on this commission, I think it is very important to ensure we are building an inclusive community for all genders, for young families and those from marginalized backgrounds. To that end, I have spoken with change makers in those domains (such as clergy, mom bloggers, etc.) so that they know how to better use the parks system (and disseminate that information to their followers) and also inform them of the City's various offerings such as free summer movies, subsidized swimming for residents and drop-in free day camps at different Sunnyvale parks.
Reasons you wish to be
reappointed.
One of the main reasons I wish to be reappointed is because I absolutely LOVE our great City's Parks and Recreation system. As a mother, and also the primary caregiver to my children, I have met many other residents who lean on our City's open spaces as a safe, nurturing place where their children can learn and explore.
Land ownership in our city is costly and as such families relay on shared open spaces for their children to grow emotionally and socially. I have been honored to have a voice to better ensure our City is creating a community of belonging for families and that all families are informed about how to best use our open spaces. I am able to use my voice on behalf of groups which then helps better direct City Council on the policies it enacts. I am very well connected to families living in different parts of the city ranging from the Lakewood area to the Serra Park area and better understand their needs. I also have a steady temperament which allows me to work with individuals from different backgrounds and I very much believe everyone deserves a voice. One of my favorite aspects of serving on this commission is listening to residents share their feedback about a proposed initiative without judgement. My role is to listen and guide policies that amplify the voice of our residents.
Dona Mason
Any additional information
related to your reappointment?
I am passionate about my position on the Parks and Recreation Commission as it allows me advocate for parks and programs that serve everyone-across ages, incomes, and abilities. Moreover, I am able to promote events, classes, and shared spaces that help people not only feel less isolated and build genuine community.
This is evident when I see residents using basketball courts, picnic areas, and soccer fields to build stronger connections with one another. Also, the other commissioners and myself have been able to provide input on big decisions including new park developments, renovations, budgets, and land use. Moreover, working at a high school as a guidance counselor has allowed me to connect my vocation guiding students with my passions for the parks and recreation in the sense that I often promote to the high schoolers to get involved in city jobs (such as serving as a lifeguard, camp counselor, etc).
Voter Registration Requirement
Description Area If you are a applying for the Board of Library Trustee, Heritage Preservation Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Personnel Board or the Planning Commission, you must be a registered voter in Sunnyvale.
Are you currently a registered
voter in Sunnyvale?
Yes
When was the last time you
voted? Month/Year
Nov/2024
Your Agreement
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.
Dona Mason
I agree Yes
Your full name Dona Mason
Date Apr 14, 2026
Dona Mason