Make appointments to various volunteer committees and commissions

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1 OTHER SCHEDULED ITEM BELVEDERE CITY COUNCIL MAY 14, 2018 From: Mayor and City Council Alison Foulis, City Clerk Make appointments to various volunteer committees and commissions Recommended Motion/Item Description 1. That the Council interview Carolyn Lund for the open position on the Parks and Open Space Committee as the first item on the agenda. 2. That the Council make appointments to the various committees and boards. Suggested motions: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: To reappoint Dr. Thomas Cromwell to the Belvedere-Tiburon Library Agency Board of Trustees; and to reappoint Larry Wheat and John Pearson to the Belvedere Finance Committee. To appoint/reappoint & to the Parks and Open Space Committee. To continue the appointment of members of the Planning Commission to the June 11, 2018, regular City Council meeting. Background The following committees have members whose terms expire in A matrix detailing the committee vacancies and applications is included in the attachments. Parks and Open Space Committee 2 openings Two committee members, Jean Bordon and Kathy Pearson, have terms expiring on the Parks and Open Space Committee. Bordon and Pearson have each served one term on the Committee and have asked to be reappointed to a second term for their positions. The City Council has a soft policy recommending a 3-term limit on this Committee. To date, one additional application has been received from Carolyn Lund. Ms. Lund will be present at the beginning of the Council meeting for a brief interview with the Council. Belvedere-Tiburon Library Agency Board of Directors 1 opening The term of Belvedere resident representative Dr. Thomas Cromwell ends in The Library Agency Board limits representatives to serving two terms on the board and Dr. Cromwell has AGENDA ITEM NO. : 2 & 18

2 OTHER SCHEDULED ITEMS BELVEDERE CITY COUNCIL MAY 14, 2018 Page 2 reached the end of his first term. Dr. Cromwell has requested to be reappointed and no other applications have been received. Finance Committee 2 openings Two committee members, Larry Wheat and John Pearson, have terms expiring on the Finance Committee. They have served on the Committee for 34 and 13 years respectively. There are no recommended term limits for members of the Finance Committee. Both incumbents have asked to be reappointed and there have been no other applications received. Planning Commission 2 openings Two Planning Commissioners, James Lynch and Paul Rosenlund, have terms expiring on the Planning Commission. Per City Council adopted soft policy, appointees to the Planning Commission should serve no more than three consecutive 4-year terms before taking a hiatus. Mr. Lynch was appointed to the Planning Commission in 2014 and has served one term. Mr. Lynch has requested to be reappointed. Mr. Rosenlund was appointed to the Planning Commission in 2006 and has served three full terms and one partial term to fill an unexpected vacancy. Mr. Rosenlund has termed out of his position on the Planning Commission. In addition to Mr. Lynch requesting reappointment, two additional applications have been received from Ghazaleh Jamei and Claire Slaymaker. Due to the availability of new applicants for an interview with the City Council, it is recommended that appointments to the Belvedere Planning Commission be continued to the June 11, 2018, regular City Council meeting. Recruitment Efforts and Interviews Recruitment advertisements for the various committee term expirations were run in The Ark throughout April. Information was also posted on the City s website. Incumbents eligible to serve another term were contacted in writing regarding whether they would like to be reappointed. All correspondence received regarding the open positions are included in the attachments. Per established policy, the Council does not require incumbents to interview for their position again. There is one new applicant for the open positions on the Parks and Open Space Committee and she will be present at the beginning of the meeting for a brief interview. Recommendation 2. That the Council interview Carolyn Lund for the open position on the Parks and Open Space Committee as the first item on the agenda. 2. That the Council make appointments to the various committees and boards. Suggested motions: MOTION: To reappoint Dr. Thomas Cromwell to the Belvedere-Tiburon Library Agency Board of Trustees; and to reappoint Larry Wheat and John Pearson to the Belvedere Finance Committee.

3 OTHER SCHEDULED ITEMS BELVEDERE CITY COUNCIL MAY 14, 2018 Page 3 MOTION: MOTION: To appoint/reappoint & to the Parks and Open Space Committee. To continue the appointment of members of the Planning Commission to the June 11, 2018, regular City Council meeting. Attachments Matrix of appointments to be made. Parks and Open Space Committee correspondence. Belvedere-Tiburon Library Agency Board of Trustees correspondence. Finance Committee correspondence. Planning Commission correspondence.

4 APPOINTMENTS TO BE MADE PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE 3-year terms: 6/1/2018 5/31/2021 Incumbent Seeking reappointment Incumbent Seeking reappointment Applicant Two Seats to Appoint Jean Bordon Kathy Pearson Carolyn Lund BEL-TIB LIBRARY AGENCY BOARD OF TRUSTEES 4-year terms: 7/1/2018 6/30/2022 Incumbent Seeking reappointment One seat to Appoint Dr. Thomas Cromwell FINANCE COMMITTEE 4-year terms: 7/1/2018 6/30/2022 Incumbent Seeking reappointment Incumbent Seeking reappointment Larry Wheat John Pearson Two Seats to Appoint PLANNING COMMISSION 4-year terms: 7/1/2018 6/30/2022 Incumbent Not reapplying Incumbent Seeking reappointment Applicant Applicant Three Seats to Appoint Paul Rosenlund James Lynch Ghazaleh Jamei Claire Slaymaker

5 Jean Bordon 49 Belvedere Ave. Belvedere, CA bordonjean(a}gmaitcom RECEIVED MAR City of Belvedere March 25, 2018 Marty Winter Mayor City of Belvedere Dear Mayor Winter and Members of the City Council, My first term on the Belvedere Parks and Open Space Committee will expire on May 31, I would like to apply for reappointment for a second term. The POSC evaluates and makes recommendations on many projects, large and small, which are very important to the quality of life in Belvedere. These are very important to me, and I would like to be able to continue to be involved as a member POSC. Thank you for considering my request for reappointment. Sincerely, ~ &tnddx- ~Bordon

6 From: Sent: Kathy Pearson Friday, March 23, :39 PM Alison Foulis - City Clerk POSC Dear Alison, I would like to serve another three year term on the Belvedere Parks and Open Space Committee. Kathy Pearson 1

7 From: Sent: Carolyn Lund Monday, April 23, :29 PM Alison Foulis - City Clerk Parks and Open Space Committee - Letter of Interest & Qualifications Dear Mayor Winters, In response to the notice in The Ark, I would be interested in serving on the Belvedere Parks and Open Space Committee because of my enthusiasm for the reopening of Eucalyptus Lane and general interest in public landscaping. My qualifications are: Team captain for Madrona Avenue under grounding, 2018 deer resistant planting of Centennial Park with Alison Seaman, and Belvedere resident and daily walker for 23 years. I m also a highly experience marketing manager with a focus on project management, including financial analysis and logistics. Your consideration is appreciated. Best Regards, Carolyn Lund 1

8 From: Sent: Thomas Cromwell Saturday, March 17, :14 PM Alison Foulis - City Clerk Library Agency Alison: Please convey to the city council that I would be pleased to serve another term on the agency BoD. 1

9 CITY of BELVEDERE 450 San Rafael Ave. Belvedere, CA Tel: 415/ Fax: 415/ Alison Foulis, City Clerk 415/ March 14, 2018 Mr. Larry Wheat 65 West Shore Road Belvedere, CA Dear Mr. Wheat: The City Council and City Staff, as always, convey to you their appreciation for your service on the Belvedere Finance Committee. As you know, your term on the Committee will expire on June 30 of this year. Please let us know in writing, by Mav 1, 2018, if you would like to serve another four-year term. Please send your communication by , mail, or hand delivery, to me and I will forward it to the Mayor. So you know, the City Council policy regarding reappointments is that expiring committee terms are advertised in The Ark and recruited for, whether the incumbent requests reappointment or not, and all applicants who have not previously been interviewed by the City Council for that paiiicular post are invited to interview. Once again, thank you so much for your volunteer spirit and your service to the community in this important position. Regards, L~ Alison Foulis City Clerk cc: Amber Johnson Al ~saw / ~ t_,j8u\d. ' \ J \r('e_,

10 From: Sent: John Pearson Thursday, April 26, :52 PM Alison Foulis - City Clerk Re: Reappointment to Belvedere Finance Committee? Hello Alison. I purposely waited until this late date to express my interest in being reappointed to the Belvedere Finance Committee to allow other interested candidates an opportunity to apply. If no new and qualified candidates are interested I would welcome the opportunity to serve another term on the committee. Please advise the Mayor of my interest. Thank you. John Pearson Sent from my ipad 1

11 From: Sent: James Lynch Tuesday, April 24, :53 PM Alison Foulis - City Clerk Re: Planning Commission Reappointment Hi Ali, My apologies for missing your prior . Yes, I would like to be re appointed. By this , can I please request of the Mayor that I be reappointed to the Planning Commission? Thanks very much! Best, Jim 1

12 Mayor Marty Winter 450 San Rafael Ave. Belvedere, Ca April 30, 2018 Dear Mayor Winter, I am writing to submit my interest and qualifications to be considered for one of the current open seats for Belvedere Planning Commission. I have been living in Belvedere for ten years now and just recently went through an approval process with the Planning Department for my residence in Belvedere. This has been an absolutely pleasant experience and I would like to volunteer my time and skills as a trained architect to assist in planning the future built environment of the City of Belvedere. I bring to my position as a commissioner: A Passion for perfection in built environment: What has stimulated my interest in seeking appointment to the Planning Commission the most is my deep desire to preserve the natural beauty of Belvedere Island and contribute to improving and perfecting its built environment and architecture. Background in Architecture. I hold a master's degree in Architectural Engineering and I am a member of American institute of Architects. I have been practicing Architecture since Knowledge and understanding of community issues: Having lived in Belvedere for 10 years, I understand and have experienced the issues of our community. The perspective of many peers in my generation: At 45, I am a partner in an architectural firm in San Francisco and a mother of an 8 year old daughter in Reed School District. A commitment to public service: I believe that all citizens should take the opportunity to serve their communities and serving as a planning Commissioner provides this opportunity for me in line with my interests and experience. I respectfully request your support in being appointed to the Belvedere Planning Commission and would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your consideration. Ghazaleh Jamei, AIA 236 Bella Vista Ave. Belvedere, Ca T: gjamei@memarch.com MAY

13 From: Sent: Claire Slaymaker Saturday, May 05, :16 AM Alison Foulis - City Clerk Application for Planning Commissioners seat Dear Marty, I would like to put my name on the list for the Planning Commission s upcoming seat. I interviewed with the City Council for the appointment as a Commissioner in June of I have been a designer in San Francisco for 25 years. I feel with my design background, my ability to read and understand plans and my understanding of and experience with the Belvedere codes, I would be an asset to the Planning Commission. I have also completed two additions to my Belvedere home and numerous other remodels and additions for clients in Belvedere and have direct experience with the Commission as a result. My husband and I have lived in Belvedere for 25 years and raised our son Christopher here. I have chaired block parties, and I am currently a block captain. I co chaired the Belvedere millennium at the San Francisco Yacht Club. I have served as president of the San Francisco Yacht Club Auxiliary and been on its board for many years. I am a member of the Raccoons, a fundraiser for Marin General Hospital. I am a member of SFMOMA s Modern Art Council and have been a member of ASID, American Society of Designers for 29 years. I feel very fortunate to be a part of this wonderful Community and feel being a member of the Planning Commission would be a great way to give back to the community. Sincerely, Claire Slaymaker 1