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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-09-14 - AGENDA REPORTS - SCRDA APPT ROCK KINCHELOE (6)SANTA CLARITA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AGENDA REPORT City Manager Approval UNFINISHED BUSINESS Item to be presented by: Sharon Dawson DATE: September 14, 1999 SUBJECT: APPOINTMENT OF REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS DEPARTMENT: City Manager RECOMMENDED ACTION That the Agency appoint two members to the Newhall Redevelopment Committee. BACKGROUND At their regular meeting of July 13, 1999, the Agency declared vacancies and directed the City Clerk to post and publish the Notice of Vacancy on July 15, 1999 for two Redevelopment Committee positions. Also, an information letter and application were mailed on July 16, 1999 to each of the following businesses: Valencia Bicycles, Dario's Mexican Restaurant, Ricardo's Auto Upholstery, and Diane Chong Kim at Herald's Club. The deadline for receipt of applications was August 13, 1999. On August 16, 1999, a packet containing copies of all applications received was distributed to all Agency members; a list of applicants is attached to this report. Members of the Newhall Redevelopment Committee are appointed without term expiration dates. It is anticipated that the newly appointed Committee members will be seated at the Committee meeting on October 4, 1999. ALTERNATE ACTION Other action as directed by the Agency. FISCAL IMPACT None by this action. ATTACHMENTS List of Applicants — 1999 Applications submitted have been placed in the City Clerk's Reading File for public review. A?PjQVEj _ Agenda APPLICANTS FOR NEWHALL REDEVELOPMENT COMMTTEE - 1999 Kenneth Dean Kenneth Keller Cathie Kincheloe Carol Rock Linda Warner �1T�yy ' 't'Tkc,! IRITA PLEASE ATTACH THREE (3) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDAT[a 40 9AN16'A PLICAT10N CITY OF SANTA CLARITA COMMISSION/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT ARerLIC;kTIF0N 5 APPLICANT NAME ADDRESS fir' TELEPHONE NUMBER: �jci/QrN4 oZlelXU�k mergency: ai5/- U 353 COMMISSION/COMMITTEE ON YOU DESIRE TO SERVE: /WHICH BACKGROUND INFORMATION: S How Long? o'er V 'a-& r -S t. Are you a registered voter'e1L - 2. Are you now serving on a city commission/committee? A/G If so. which one(s) 3. Have you previously served on a city or county CommissiONcommittee? Al0 If yes, which one(s) and date(s) EDUCATION: Indicate the highest year completed and degrees received' S'chv,,! - I�MGhoraye /4/1/ l4(pq GraduRf2 Cc�25t NGhOrayZ /+t/5h EMPLOYMENT: Employers name, address, phone and your position or tine G tlG j j jg r KPm6-/ LI -a 00 0 A) CYNI-f1 I�r • �u '� e 13d A IeN 61'a C14 `'/362 PLEASE INDICATE YOUR REASONS FOR WANTING TO SERVE: ie4 G' I-h'2d P/fo o QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE APPLICABLE TO THE PURPOSE AND SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS COMMISSIOWCOMMITTEE: The fellowing may be required prior to appointrnent (1) A background investigation; (2) A.Conflict of Interest Statement; (3) References. Evening availability is reared. I dedar that the information furnished hereinabove is We and correct to the best of my knowledge. APPLICANT SIGNATURE DATE FOR CITY USE ONLYRE EIVED BY/DATE 8ys &9 corres.commapp. Kincheloe Page two Reasons for wanting to serve: The first response that comes forth is for historical preservation. Then I looked at the area from a logical standpoint and realize the potential for the enhancements of an economical nature. The downtown Newhall area was the central part of the community for years, until growth and expansion pushed it out to the newer areas. The redevelopment area has the potential to maintain and rebuild its integrity to offer an alternative for shopping, dining and entertainment to our valley. I'd like to help see this happen. Qualifications or Experience: I served as a docent for the Friends of Hart Park and later on the Board of Directors in the late 1980's. I have a personal fascination with history. I work in a financial environment and have a good understanding of the business world. My experiences in the business world have taught me to develop goals, objectives and long range plans. I am comfortable working with budgets and forecasting expenses. Most importantly I am a citizen of Santa Clarita I believe in local development, preserving our past by securing the fixture. Santa Clarlta to Clarita TeleCommuting Center 25709 Rye Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (805) 295-0006 Fax (805) 294-8188 July 24, 1999 The Honorable Mayor JoAnne Darcy Mayor Pro Tempore Jill Klajic Councilperson Jan Heidt Councilperson Laurene Weste Councilperson Frank Ferry Dear Mayor Darcy and Council Members, Filling the two open positions on the Redevelopment Committee is an important responsibility. It appears to me that among the talents of the community members who contribute must be: sincere dedication to helping build a vibrant redevelopment district, plus strong local knowledge of the area, a commitment of sufficient time for the study, as well as the vision and ability to work cooperatively on a team. Such an outstanding individual is Cathie Kinchloe. A resident for nearly fifteen years, Cathie is intelligent, caring and thoughtful, and highly dedicated to building a premiere city of the 21st Century. She is knowledgeable about the Santa Clarita Valley and is aware of the dynamics that may shape our future. She is the Office Manager for KPMG, and has demonstrated her leadership as President of the local Zonta Club. While President she directed the activities of nearly 100 professional women of very diverse interests. She remains calm under pressure and makes excellent contributions to problem solving. The City of Santa Clarita will be well served to appoint Cathie Kinchloe to one of the two Redevelopment Committee positions. Sincerely, Connie Worden-Roberts / l� Director SCV Tele Center and President Elect, SCV Chamber of Commerce July 26, 1999 Santa Clarita City Council City of Santa Clarita 23920 Valencia Blvd. #300 Santa Clarita, Calif. 91355 Council Members: As soon as I was informed that a very valued friend of mine was applying for a position on the Newhall Redevelopment Committee I thought that the very next thing I would do would be to send this hearty letter of recommendation to you, supporting my friend's efforts. Cathie Kincheloe has been a friend, associate, and fellow community volunteer extraordinnaire for over 12 years. Cathie has a long history in our community, coming to Santa Clarita in the early 1980's, and immediately getting her feet wet in the various non profit groups here. I have worked with her on the Board of Directors of the now - defunct SCV Community Hotline, where she was an officer, and also for the last 12 years as a member of Zonta International, where she has held almost all positions on the Board, including President. Cathie has also served on the Board of Directors of the Friends of Hart Park, and the Association to Aid Victims of Domestic Violence. I have found Cathie to perpetually to be a stickler for details, and always inclined to follow up and follow through with any project or position she takes on. She is that refreshing change to those persons who take on a project, perhaps to get a good resume entry, and then fail to meet the task or follow through. Cathie understands well the need to enhance the economic flow of our City; she has a very good head for finances. She is most interested in the preservation of our community, and restoration of our area's history. Working with the Friends of Hart Board, she explained to me that she knows we have a great diversity and culture here in Santa Clarita, and she feels the need to preserve this and bring all the elements back into focus, starting with the downtown Newhall area. If you are looking for a perfect candidate for this position, I urge you to look to Cathie as a viable candidate. She does not take on all projects in sight, nor does she volunteer her time to too many groups. She calculates her interest and passion for the project, the time she has, and the impact she believes she can make to this project, before volunteering to step up to the plate. Please don't hesitate to give me a call should you have any questions for me about Cathie's worthiness or accomplishments. Sincerely, r � kv J i D. Kennedy U ted Way, Santa Clarita Valley Campaigner /jk United Way of Greater Los Angeles • 190 Sierra Court • Suite B-1 • Palmdale, CA 93550 • 661/272-6000 • Fax 661/274-9358 July 22, 1999 Mayor Joanne Darcy City of Santa Clarita Dear Mayor Darcy: I am extremely pleased to have been asked for a letter of reference on behalf of Catherine Kincheloe who is seeking an appointment to a position on the Newhall Redevelopment Commission. I have known Cathy for several years and have been impressed with her boundless energy and commitment to several local organizations in the Santa Clarita Valley. She also has a reputation for being an outstanding leader and has served in an outstanding manner as President of the Zonta Organization the past year. Cathy does not take this possible nomination lightly and, I am sure, will be a most valuable and dependable member of this very important assignment. Respectfully, i George L Pederson 26090 Bellis Drive Valencia, CA 91355 PLEASE ATTACH THREES LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO THIS APPLICATtOAITY O;' n: Si -;TA CITY OF SANTA CLARITA COMMISSION/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT APPLICATION Ann f` APPLICANT NAME ADDRESSn� TELEPHONE NUMBER: C 2l3 �-ttitYYIOYd Ave - � Horne: 251-1145-- Business: Z59' l2'rX 7% Emergency: 1-86 • tShc� COMMISSIONiCOMMMITT�EE ,ON WHICH YOU DESIRE TO SERVE: Ne"Ika lwet&pryurj- — BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 7 7 Are ;L you a registered voter _ Hcw Long^_ U 2 Are you 'low serving on a city ccmmissienlcomrni;toe9 ,— _ It so, which one(s), •— — -- — _—_— — 3_ Have you previously served on a city or county cornmissionrcommittee7 _ {� !f,,,ss, which one(s and date(s) EDUCATION. Indicate the highest year Completed and degrees received ll(yeas-5 6F- Col C 1 uvufis-I-L&rt Cf -A B.A. we t»wuslrarhart q�Justicn C'a �i+�eNryer6i*1 6avtJ05eS(u�e ref§; lgZl-?3r �a-rtia Lo3A7i eC 1977 -BO 11 EMPLOYMENT: Employer's name, address. phone and your position or trtfe 7�Q� �stQe�Rc@��in�aCla�i�a°� PLEASE INDICATE YOUR REASONS FOR WANTING TO SERVE: 62- attnkc k r QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE APPLICABLE TO THE PURPOSE AND SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: e- 7 'he following may be required prior to appointment!.( ) A tackgreund investigation; (2) A Conflict of'ntarest Statement; !3) References. Evening availability is required. ; I declare that the information furnished hereinabove m true and correct to the test of ey knowledge. ! I II ------ - V ----I---- APPLICANT SIGNATURE of -E �I FOR CITY USE ONLY Tr,VED SY/OA. E :F-R;::z Attachment to Redevelopment Committee application - Carol Rock Indicate reasons for wanting to serve: I have been involved in preserving the historic structures and integrity of downtown Newhall since 1987 and have been the spokesperson/liaison for the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society at previous efforts to develop "Old Newhall." I truly believe I can make a difference in making the area into a viable cultural and tourist attraction, emphasizing the area's rich heritage in the movie, oil and transportation industries. I would also like to put my experience in marketing, public relations and event management to use in bringing Old Newhall back to life. Qualifications and experience: I have 12 years experience with the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society, the primary agency of heritage education and promotion in the area. I have served as the group's president and, for most of my years of service, as director of preservation. I compiled and helped compose the Historic Resource Element of the city of Santa Clarita's general plan and have conducted a variety of historic site tours, both for the society and as part of the city's annual Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival. I represented the society (and the city) at conferences of the California Preservation Foundation several times, bringing back information and experiences from other cities that has been applied to our efforts. With this information, we were able to work with the city and preserve endangered structures along the historic fabric of San Fernando Road and the surrounding neighborhoods. With history as a major tourist draw, I feel my appointment to this commission would enhance our efforts at maintaining the integrity of the historic area while marketing the area to visitors and residents alike. I have seven years experience as a journalist and five years in marketing, public relations and event management. I have worked with small and large businesses in the Santa Clarita Valley in several capacities; as an entrepreneur, a representative of my current employer, The Signal, and as an administrator in the nonprofit sector. I have also worked extensively with the SCV Chamber of Commerce and am the former chair of the Santa Clarita Film and Entertainment Bureau, as well as a current board member of the Canyon Theatre. Guild, which is in the process of relocating into the redevelopment area. As a former employee of the city, I am familiar with most of the city staff and have a good working relationship with them. I also created the volunteer program currently in use by the city and have extensive experience and connections in the nonprofit sector, which I see playing a big part in the redevelopment/marketing efforts. Clarity G Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce r OD 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 100•SantaClarita,California 91355-2175 y 805.259-4787 • FAX 805.259-8628 06er of C�c�` 0 August 11, 1999 Jo Ann Darcy, Mayor- City ayorCity of Santa Clarita 23920 Valencia Blvd. Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Dear Jo Ann: A long time acquaintance, member of the community, wife and mother of three, local historian, writer and friend of mine, Carol Rock, is seeking appointment to the City's Downtown Newhall Redevelopment Committee. Carol is an excellent choice! She has given her time and energy and money to help make Santa Clarita a better place for all of us to live, work and play. With strengths in marketing and writing, Carol will be a great resource to the members of the Committee, business merchants and residents of Downtown Newhall. An even better reason to appoint Carol to this position: she cares! Thank you for your consideration of my request. I am sure you will not regret your decision to appoint Carol Rock to a seat on the Downtown Newhall Redevelopment Committee. Sincerely, Cheryl Adams Executive Vice President Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce ACCREDITED CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 13660 Siem Highway TM,yon Q14ratrr (6114 D Saugus, Californ a 9 350 August 10, 1999 City of Santa Clarita Redevelopment Committee Selection To Whom It May Concern, It has come to our attention that one of our board members, Carol Rods, is applying for one of the open positions on the Newhall Redevelopment Commission. Please allow this letter to serve as an endorsement of her candidacy. Her contributions to our organizxation in the area of fund-raising and public relations have helped us immensely and are always carried out in a professional manner. In addition, we are aware of her long-term relationship with the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society and knowledge of historic preservation, which is a talent needed as the city undertakes a project as large as revitalizing Old Newhall As future tenants in the redevelopment area, we appreciate all the efforts being made by the city to make Newhall a viable area and look forward to opening our theatre in 2000. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at my home, 252- 1081. Sincerely, Helene Camara President August 11th, 1999 To the ladies and gentlemen at the City of Santa Clarita: It is my good pleasure to recommend Ms. Carol Rock to stand guard at the volunteer post for the Downtown Newhall Redevelopment Committee. I have enough metaphorical bankers' boxes to fill a garage with her adept capabilities. She is tireless. Bright. Well -organized. Enthusiastic. As past president of the SCV Historical Society and a 13 -year member, she has a journeyman's knowl- edge on the history of our fine city and valley. Carol possesses a talent in promotions and is a recognized and proven leader in community relations. She chaired the Film and Entertainment Bureau and was a fine ambassador for this municipality. Her knowledge of local film history I find humbling. She is an active member of the Canyon Theatre Guild (which is moving its HQ to downtown Newhall). As a member of the Chamber of Commerce, she has been involved with local business. My own small opinion is that it doesn't hurt to have a friend at the newspaper, either. In short, I strongly believe Carol Rock would be the perfect candidate for this post. Do, please, feel free to contact me at any time regarding Carol. She truly is a good steward to this community, and, in my opinion, the perfect person for this position. All my best C? John Boston