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Home My WebLink About2007-08-28 - AGENDA REPORTS - PR&CS CMSN APPOINT (2)Agenda Item: 007 A— CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AGENDA REPORT UNFINISHED BUSINESS City Manager Approval: Item to be presented by: Sharon Dawson DATE: August 28, 2007 SUBJECT: NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONER DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services RECOMMENDED ACTION Councilmember Boydston submit nomination to the entire Council for approval of appointment to fill an unexpired term on the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission. BACKGROUND As a result of Karin Nelson's resignation from the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission, effective June 8, 2007, a notice of unscheduled vacancy was posted on Wednesday, June 27, 2007, in the City Clerk's Office, in the kiosk outside the Council Chamber and at each of our three local libraries, in compliance with Government Code Section 54974. The Notice of Vacancy was published in The Signal on Saturday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 3, 2007. Information and an application form have also been available on the City's website. The deadline for receipt of applications was Friday, July 27, 2007, at which time the City Council Secretary submitted copies of the applications received to the nominating authority of the City Council, Councilmember Boydston, as well as other members of the City Council. A list of applicants is attached. The term of office will expire on July 31, 2008. It is anticipated that the newly appointed Commissioner will be seated at the September 6, 2007 Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission meeting. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS Other action as directed by the City Council. FISCAL IMPACT None by this action. ATTACHMENTS Notice of Vacancy Applicant List Applications available in the City Clerk's Reading File CITY OF SANTA CLARITA NOTICE OF UNSCHEDULED COMMISSION VACANCY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita encourages residents to apply for a position on the Parks and Recreation Commission. One unexpired term of office on the Commission ends on July 31, 2008; the term had previously been filled by Karin Nelson but is vacant effective Junp 8, 2007 due to her resignation. Applicants must also submit three letters of recommendation with their application. Applicants must be 18 years or older and must maintain their principal residence in the City of Santa Clarita during their term of office. Residents may obtain applications or further information from the City Clerk's Office by calling 661-255-4391 or on the City's website, www.santa-clarita.com. The deadline for submitting an application to the City Clerk's Office is 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 27, 2007. Dated: June 27, 2007 Sharon L. Dawson, CMC City Clerk Publish Dates: Saturday, June 30, 2007 • Tuesday, July 3, 2007 PARKS, RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION LIST OF APPLICANTS JULY, 2007 Gerald Dry Anthony Gragas Duane Harte Application Deadline: b pm. Friday, July 27, 2007 CITY OF SANTA CLARITA 2001 JUL 21 A ID 33 REC'._IVED CITY OF SA*yApe1ftffJICE COMMISSION / COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT APPLICATION PLEASE ATTACH THREE M LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO THIS APPLICATION APPLICANT NAME ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER Gerald Drx 271703 Il)c�fersi�le G't Home: 6qo-o7�9 Business: 1 Gleno 135"5 Emergency: COMMISSION / COMIAIITTEE ON WHICH YOU DESIRE TO SERVE: Park-5, ecreQfivn d rnmunif Ices (�ntrnjSSiat� BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 1. Are you a registered voter? \t-5 How long? 5 n c e (965 2. Are you now serving on a City Commission /Committee? do If so, which one(s) 8. Have you previously served on a City or County Commission / Committee? If yes, which one(s) and date (s) Se a V EDUCATION: Indicate the highest year completed and degrees received: Graduated High School, Liverpool, England, and joined the Royal Air Force. EMPLOYMENT: Employer's name, address, phone and your position or title: Retired from General Telephone Company after 35 years of service as a telephone technician. YOUR REASONS FOR WANTING TO SERVE: I will work to improve our recreational facilities here in Santa Clarita and try to further educate our residents as to the availability of our parks and trails as well as our community programs. — QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE: Applicable to the purpose and subject matter of this commission/Committee: (See over) The following may be required prior to appoints=i (1) A background investigation (2) A Conflict of Interest Statement EVENING AVAILABILITY IS REQUIRED I decloe that the information furnished hereinabove is true and correct to the beat of my knowledge. (( 735/Ly- _ '-27 AIVLICANT SIGNAfM DATE PLEASE ATTACH THREE (a) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO THIS APPLICATION FOR CITY USE ONLY Received by / date A f ) "I I 'riI On �� QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE: Orange County Senior Citizens' Advisory Council from 1996 to December 2004. Prioritized Federal and State bills as may be relevant to issues regarding future funding. Evaluation committee for grant money for community centers and recreation facilities. Legislation Committee, Health Committee, Nutrition Committee from 1996 to December 2004. Laguna Niguel City Chamber of Commerce Special Events Committee—July 4th parade, Christmas (Holiday) parade, Art Shows. Laguna Niguel Senior Citizens' Committee from 1994 to December 2004 (Chairman) Laguna Niguel Senior Club, from 1996 to 2004 (Vice President) Instructor for the Senior Center computer classes, 1998 through December 2004. BRIDGEPORT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION July 23, 2007 City Council City of Santa Clarita 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 300 Santa Clarita, California 91355 RE: Unscheduled Parks and Recreation Commission Vacancy Council Members: It is with pleasure that I am able to write this letter in support of Gerry Dry's application to fill the unscheduled vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission of Santa Clarita. I have known Jane and Gerry Dry since they moved to Santa Clarita several years ago from Orange County. During that time I have interacted with Gerry as we function within our neighborhood, Bridgeport Community Association. I have found Gerry to be a thoughtful articulate team player, putting the group's needs ahead of his own and he is willing to do whatever needs to be done. Gent' is knowledgeable when consulted but not pushy. He is enthusiastic about sports and recreation, be it rooting for his favorite baseball or soccer team or supporting his wife and grandchildren in their athletic and exercise activities. I feel Gerry will make an excellent commission member, especially in being sensitive to the needs of our extensive community of active senior citizens. If I can provide any further information in support of Gerry's application, please don't hesitate to contact me.. Sincerely, Steve Terwilliger President (661)254-4450 Bridgeport Community Association 27002 Edgewater Lane, Valencia, CA 91355 Phone: 661-753-9968 Fax: 661-753-9974 MMC July 12, 2007 To Whom it May Concern: Subject, Letter of Recommendation for Gerald Dry As a former Mayor of the City of Laguna Niguel in Orange County, California, I had the privilege of working with Gerry in a number of roles. He was a member of the Senior Citizens Advisory Council from 1996 to 2004; a member of the Legislation Committee, Health Committee, and Nutrition Committee of the Laguna Niguel Senior Citizens Committee from 1994 to 2004. He served as Vice President of the Laguna Niguel Senior Club from 1996 to 2004. And finally, he was a teacher for the Senior Center Computer Classes. Gerry is an outstanding contributor and deserves our highest recommendation. i Joseph R. Bro ; Jr. President JRB:eda/gn MIDLAND MANAGEMENT CORP. -23151 MOULTON PARKWAY • LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653'(949) 583-0224 • FAX (949) 583-0210 CITY Of I.AGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL l` SEA COUNTRY SENIOR & COMMUNITY CENTER Gary G. Capata 24602 Aliso Creek Road • Laguna Niguel, California 92677 Paul G. Glaab Phone/949.425.5151 Fax/949.425.5161 Linda Lindholm Robert Ming Mike Whipple July 19, 2007 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: It is with distinct pleasure I write a letter of recommendation for Gerry Dry as he applies for a position with the City of Santa Clarita Parks and Recreation Commission. During Gerry's involvement as a volunteer in the community, and specifically serving the following County of Orange and City of Laguna Niguel organizations, his faithful dedication and strong advocacy for the older adults has truly blessed its citizenry as a whole: • Liaison for the City of Laguna Niguel, as part of the County of Orange's Senior Citizens' Advisory Council (S.C.A.C.) and it's committees (Legislation, Health, and Nutrition Committees) from 1996 to 2004. • City of Laguna's Niguel's Senior Citizens' Committee from 1994 to 2004 (Chairman). • Laguna Niguel Senior Citizens Club from 1996 to 2004 (Vice President) • Instructor for the City of Laguna Niguel's Sea Country Senior & Community Center's senior computer classes. Gerry's generous and devoted investment of time and talent was greatly appreciated by the City of Laguna Niguel. Although we miss his involvement with our city, we're pleased to see his continued interest in serving others. Thank you for the opportunity for me to offer Gerry an excellent recommendation for an appointment to your Parks and Recreation Commission. Sincerely, Cathy Angstadt, Director Sea Country Senior & Community Center CITY Of LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL 27801 La Paz Road • Laguna Niguel, California 92677 Gary G. Capata Phone/949.362.4300 Fax/949.362.4340 Linda Lindholm Paul G. Glaab Robert Ming Mike Whipple July 18, 2007 To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to recommend Gerald Dry for a position on the Santa Clarita Parks and Recreation Commission. It has been my pleasure to know Gerry for many years. He was an active member of the City's Senior Citizens Committee from 1994 to 2004 and served as Chairman during his tenure. Gerry also served as a member of the Senior Citizens' Advisory Council from 1996 to 2004, a member of the Legislation Committee, Health Committee and Nutrition Committee and a member of the Laguna Niguel Senior Citizens Club from 1996 to 2004. He also volunteered as a teacher for computer classes at the City of Laguna Niguel's Senior Citizen Center. Gerry was actively involved in all of his volunteer work, putting many hours into his duties. He diligently attended meetings and provided valuable information. Gerry was a well-respected member of the community and it was always a pleasure to work with him. Sincerely, - �s.L _W- 4)A Mike Whipple Council Member City of Laguna Niguel Application Deadline: b p.m. Friday, July 27, 2007 CITY OF SANTA CLARITA 2001 JUL 21 P 4-' 30 CITY OF SANTA CLARITA V ED COMMISSION / COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT APPL �n��FF��F PLEASE ATTACK THREE (d) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO CATt431�i APPLICANT NAME ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER �y ZN7140'314 Home:6Q/,Z -/09 G,A Business: 81f/547 -WI Emergency: fn's'/3312S COMMISSION / COMMITTEE ON WHICH YOU DESIRE TO SERVE: BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 1. Are you a registered voter? How long. 2. Are you now serving on a City Commission / Committee? If so, which one(s) 8. Have you previously served on a City or County Commission / Committee? 16L49 If yes, which one(s) and date (s) EDUCATION: Indicate the highest year completed and degrees received: / u44l s. / % l EMPL YMENT: Employer's name, address, phone and your position or title: cv Wl 6414,/4c, myl 4o&A z�s 46" Gtr qso/ YOUR REASONS FOR WANTING TO SERVE: QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE: Applicable to the purpose and subject matter of this Commission/Committee: Es The following may be required prior to appointment: (1) A background investigation (2) A Conflict of Interest Statement EVENING AVAILABILITY IS REQUIRED I dec7tT info ation furnished hereinabove is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. P DATE E E A ACH THREE (3) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO THIS APPLICATION FOR CITY USE ONLY Received by / date v r • `! i;msnrappucazwn July 25, 2007 City of Santa Clarita Mr. Rick Gould 23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300 Santa Clarita, Ca. 91355 Item: Letter or recommendation Good Day Mr. Gould, I am writing this letter of recommendation regarding the applicant for the opening on the Parks and Recreation Commission Tony Gragas. I have known Tony since our children began pre-school at Pinecrest Elementary on Orchard Village Road In 2000. 1 live in the same community as Tony and his family (Old Orchard 1) and am very pleased that he has applied for a position on the Commission. Tony is a loyal friend, an outstanding parent and an unselfish volunteer in our community donating his time to serve on our HOA Board of Directors and with ogler association functions. He Is very levelheaded and most importantly, very fair. I am confident that his appointment will benefit the City of Santa Clarita in many ways. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. Sincerely, Mark G. Osowski 23502 Via Castanet Valencia, Ca 91355 818-253-6665 (cell) July 27, 2007 City of Santa Clarita Mr. Rids Gould 23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300 Santa Clarita, Ca, 91355 Item: Letter or recommendation Dear Mr. Gould, I am writing this letter of recommendation regarding the applicant for the opening on the Parks and Recreation Commission Tony Gragas. I have known Tony since he was dating and married my sister, Luz (around 1992 & 1993). Tony is a great and outstanding parent who looks after not only his children but also children from his in-laws as well. He treats them all equally fair and makes sure each one gets their turn in team play. I am confident that his appointment will benefit the City of Santa Cladta in many ways. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. Sincerely, FBustift Avind, Jr. 9541 Gerald Ave Northridge, CA 91343 (818) 891 7871 Home July 27, 2007 City of Santa Clarita Mr. Rick Gould 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300 Santa. Clarita, CA 91355 Item: Letter or recommendation Mr. Gould, I am writing this letter to recommend Tony Gragas for the opening on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Tony is my brother-in-law. I've known him for 18 years. He takes the lead in organizing family events and takes great pride in his immediate and extended family. I'm amazed at the amount of time he makes available to keep his three boys very active in community sports. I can see him bring this passion to his community with a position with Parks and Recreation Commission. Sincerely, Tim Pavell 5354 Baza Ave Woodland Hills, CA 91364 818-704-7371 Application Deadline:.b p.m. Friday, July 279 2007 CITY OF SANTA CLARITA 2001,101 21.1 P 4: 33 CITY OF SANTA CLARITA RECEIVED COMMISSION / COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT I' At Off ICE PLEASE ATTACH THREE (3) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO THIS APPLICATION APPLICANT NAME ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER 233u4 4hW I VALLUI DIL Home:((. G1) -7-69r Business: (¢1 *7 64 -203 0 2 i��1q..tli l-�qR� c nl>E.WW� t -L CA 'Ai -37-1 Emergency: g cY: COMMISSION / COMMITTEE ON WHICH YOU DESIRE TO SERVE: hR-KS � N'D Commissloii BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 1. Are you a registered voter? ICS How long? L; 2. Are you now serving on a City Commission / Committee? i iE S If so, which one(s) f1 E)u iHAIL RED EVE LQ PrhE:►.i-r C o meA M,EE 3. Have you previously served on a City or County Commission/ Committee? ICS If yes, which one(s) and date (s) Pa sm-s r tZ E C2fA't10 h1 hN D C o rv�+v�.s ►► r S `� Sf fit �f r C E 20 EDUC' TION: Indicate the highest year completed and degrees received: I \e hS'Ofr4R1EE i316 OE.GQEi- i3u51�ltSS Acco��IrNG EMPLOYMENT: Employer's name, address, phone and your position or title:(810?6 $ 2")02 1'Tkul oew AQAVGN.y 1%$14S W1C1L5 ST See+ VHL1LE CW I%IY2. YOUR REASONS FOR WANTING TO SERVE: 5�.�. gTTa,CN,+nnE.N r QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE: Applicable to the purpose and subject matter of this Commission/Committee: The following may be required prior to appointment: (1) A background investigation (2) A Conflict of Interest Statement EVENING AVAILABILITY IS REQUIRED I declare that the ' orma ' ed hereinabov is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. t� 1 ,5v (--I iO, -ZOO 2 1� APPLICANT SIGNATURE DATE PLEASE ATTACH THREE (3) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO THIS APPLICATION j FOR CITY USE ONLY 7 (ac Received by / date f f Cmsn/application Reasons for wanting to serve. I have been a resident of the Santa Clarita Valley for more than 32 years. I have observed the growing population here first hand. Part of that growing population was my 2 daughters. They did not have many of the amenities that the City of Santa Clarita now boasts. It is my desire to ensure that the current and future children of Santa Clarita will have the parks and open space and recreational facilities that many of their families moved here for. Qualifications or Experience. The period of this appointment is likely to be an abbreviated one. Having served on the Commission as a member from 1999 to 2001 and as Chair from 2001 to 2002 I believe I am the best choice for the job. The learning curve will be minimal since I am familiar with practically all projects on the Commission's priority list and how the Commission performs. Additionally, I am familiar with many of the City staff with whom I may have to work. emm D. �ontlae July 18, 2007 Mayor Marsha McLean City Council City of Santa Clarita 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 300 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Dear Mayor McLean, Re: Duane Harte recommendation for Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission for the City of Santa Clarita It is my privilege to recommend Mr. Duane Harte for a position on the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission for the City of Santa Clarita. I have the highest regard and respect for Mr. Harte and find his honesty, integrity and personal values to be of the highest caliber. I have known him for many years and have been involved with him both personally and as members of community organizations. As a member of the board of trustees of the Santa Clarita Community College District for over 25 years, as a businessman and a member of the board of directors of several non-profit civic organizations, I have had the pleasure to observe and work with him on many community events. As a Newhall resident since childhood, I have known most of the prominent leaders of our community. In that category of leaders, I continue to be impressed with Duane's leadership and his commitment to making Santa Clarita the finest city that it can be. Duane moved his family to our valley in 1974 and his business, Academy Addressing & Mailing continues to serve the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. His first community involvement was with the Friends of Mentryville where the history of Santa Clarita became a great passion with him. He became a board member and was elected president of The Friends of Mentryville and the Santa Clarita Historical Society. He was named "Santa Clarita Man of the Year" and was elected president of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce. Being a board member was usually followed by being elected president of most organizations. Some of those organizations include the Veteran's Memorial Committee, Friends of the Library, Santa Clarita Valley Parade Committee and the Committee on Aging. Duane's dedication to the preservation of downtown Newhall was rewarded by his appointment to the Newhall Redevelopment Agency board of directors. While serving on the board, his vision for the redevelopment of downtown Newhall has always been to provide an atmosphere where people are P.O. Box 800489, Santa CMta CA 91380-0489 0 (661) 253-0060 • (661) 253-0070 (Fax) 0 E-mail: fortine@earthlink.net walking the streets at night, doing things, eating in restaurants, going to the theater, shopping or just enjoying the company of others. He recently served on the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission and has a strong knowledge background of it's operation. There's no learning curve with Duane Harte, he's ready to hit the road running! He knows that Santa Clarita is still far behind in the number of park acres per 1,000 people, but thinks that the quality that we provide far exceeds anything that you might see in any nearby city or county area. Duane has demonstrated a high level of leadership and commitment while chairing committees and participating in community activities. He is not only dependable but takes the initiative to get the job done. He works hard, sets goals and follows through. He has a charismatic personality and a great sense of humor and enjoys working with people and respects the individual needs and differences in people. He also has the ability to make hard decisions and stick by those decisions. Please accept my unqualified and complete endorsement of Duane Harte for this very important position. He has always had the best interests of his community as his goal in everything that he does. Sincerely, 604r-43 e_ Bruce D. Fortine Santa Clarita Valley ®ittee o ging Gorp, 22900 Market Street • Santa Clarita, CA 91321-3608 (661) 259-9444 • Fax (661) 259-1647 E-mall: admire®scvsc.org July 23, 2007 Mayor Marsha McLean Mayor Pro -Tem Bob Keller Councilmember Laurene Weste Councilmember Frank Ferry Conncilmember Tim Ben Boydston City of Santa Clarita 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300 Santa Clarita, CA. 91355 Dear Mayor McLean and Counellmembers, I'm writing to express our organization's support and recommendation for Duane Harte who is submitting his name for your consideration to serve on the Parks and Recreation Commission. It is truly our pleasure to add our support along with scores and scores of knowledgeable community members who appreciate the dedication, leadership and commitment that Duane Harte provides to the City of Santa Clarita and beyond. It has been my great privilege to have known and worked with Mr. Harte for almost 16 years now. As you know, Duane Harte has served In a multitude of leadership positions that has enhanced the quality of life for our residents and promoted and improved the business climate of our City with his association with the SCV Chamber of Commerce. His dedication, volunteerism, and leadership that Includes the SCV Historical Society, the SCV Veterans Committee, Friends of Mentryville, the . Newhall Redevelopment Committee, Santa Clarita Parade Committee, and of course, his previous appointment and service on the Parks and Recreation Commission, earned him the admiration and recognition he so richly deserved and symbolized by being named Man of the Year. From my perspective, I am most proud and appreciative of Duane Harte for his leadership and service to the SCV Committee on Aging. Duane's leadership in our organization is a testimonial to his character and cognizance that everyone on the aging continuum deserves inclusion as we collectively build on our great successes we have achieved thus far In our Parks and Recreation sector. Duane is also a consummate listener that gives him the ability to counsel and advise through consensus building leading to effective decision making. This Is a quality often missing in many of our leaders, even with the best intentions. I urge you to give Mr. Duane Harte your most serious consideration. Ate of Santa Clarita benefits from his efforts that are borne out of a committed love for our community. Y' Brad Berens Executive five Director RF/MPC. ` Outstanding Agents. Outstanding Results. am July7, 2007 City of Santa Clarita c/o Park, Recreation and 23920 Valencia Blvd. Valencia, CA 91355 To Whom It May Concern: Throughout the past eight years I have worked with Duane Harte on the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, where he was Chairman of the Board in 2004. Duane puts his heart and soul into any board, committee or community event where he gets involved. You know that when Duane commits he will give you the time and efforts necessary to get the job done. There is no one that is more passionate about the City of Santa Clarita. Duane is one of the hardest working volunteers. He is on the Veterans Memorial Committee, Friends of Mentryville, the Senior Center, the July4th Parade, the Historical Society, the Newhall Redevelopment Society and so many other charities and events in our community. He devotes his time with passion. As this years Chairman of the Board .of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, it is always a pleasure to work with Duane in any capacity. I admire Duane as a friend, co worker and a citizen of this great City of Santa Clarita. With that said, I highly recommend Duane Harte to fill the vacant office on the Park and Recreation Commission. Having held the position in the past as Park Commission chairman makes him a worthy and likely choice. Yours truly, am Ingram 2007 Chairman of the Board Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Pam Ingram RE/MAX of Santa Clarita 25101 The Old Road, Santa Clarita, California 91381 Direct: (661) 291.1726, Fax: (661) 291-1071 pamingram6pamingram.com www.pamingram.com �i 1Q_J W @ Each Office Independently Owned and Operated