LISA KOHNER ARONSON 5163 N.W. 74 Court Coconut Creek, FL (cell)

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1 LISA KOHNER ARONSON 5163 N.W. 74 Court Coconut Creek, FL (cell) November 12, 2015 Broward County Charter Review Commission c/o Mr. Eddy Labrador 115 S. Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL RE: Executive Director Dear Members: Please consider this letter, bio and resume my proposal to be selected Executive Director for-the Broward County Charter Review Commission. With my diverse work in the county, municipal, state and federal levels of government, as well as business and higher education, I have the necessary skills to benefit the Charter Review Commission in a multitude of ways. My prior experiences serving as Executive Director of two Broward County Charter Review Commissions and a Broward County Management and Efficiency Study Committee have provided excellent opportunities to work with volunteer boards, academia, business and community leaders, in addition to elected officials and governmental staffs. My research into multiple county issues and government structures across the country assisted all of the committees in making positive recommendations for the betterment of Broward County. Additionally, I have extensive abilities in community outreach, public speaking, writing reports and press releases, and serving as a liaison with the public, the media, business leaders and government officials. I also have the management, administrative, research, budgeting, organizational, social media and computer skills needed to oversee this exciting challenge. After reviewing my resume, I hope you will contact me at regarding any questions you may have and to schedule an interview. Thank you for your consideration of my qualifications. Sincerely, ~l~ Attachments: bio, resume and references

2 Lisa Kohner Aronson Lisa K. Aronson is currently self-employed as President of Liron Enterprises, an advertising, marketing and governmental relations firm. Aronson formerly served as a City Commissioner in the City of Coconut Creek from May 2008 to November After successfully winning a special election to fill a vacancy, Lisa won re-election in 2009 and was unopposed in She previously worked professionally as Executive Director of two Broward County Charter Review Commissions ( and ), and Executive Director of a Broward County Management and Efficiency Study Committee. Lisa also has been an Interim Executive Director to the Broward Legislative Delegation and Director of Government Relations for Keiser University. Prior positions include District Manager to a former U.S. Congressman and Special Projects Coordinator for the Port Everglades Authority. Lisa was elected Mayor by her peers in 2014, a title she previously held in As a city official, Aronson was an active member of the Broward League of Cities' Board of Directors. Lisa formerly served as 2nd Vice President and chaired the League's Ethics Task Force and Fiscal Stewardship Committee. Prior to her election to the City Commission, Aronson served on the City of Coconut Creek's Planning and Zoning Board for four years, including one year as Chair. Aronson is a long time mentor to a group of 30 girls on a monthly basis at Atlantic Technical High School in Coconut Creek for the Women of Tomorrow organization. She also volunteers for the Coconut Creek/Margate Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society and served as Chair from Lisa and her husband, Ron, have been residents of Coconut Creek since 2001 and formerly lived in Pembroke Pines. While living in Pembroke Pines, Aronson served as a member of the City's Charter Review Board. A resident of Broward County since 1964, Aronson earned a Master of Public Administration degree from Florida Atlantic University with a specialization in Environmental/Growth Management. She also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida, with minors in Political Science and Marketing. ###

3 USA KOHNER ARONSON 5163 N.W. 74 Courl Coconut Creek, FL (cell) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Governmental Relations, Advertising and Marketing Consultant 05/08 to present LIRON ENTERPRISES ; Plan and implement governmental, marketing, issue advocacy, public relations and political campaign strategy for clients; organize and/or assist lobbying efforts before city, county, state and federal elected officials and governmental entities. Sell advertising specialties and promotional gifts to varied clientele; write press releases and feature articles; design promotional brochures and marketing materials. Mayor/City Commissioner 05/08 to 11/1 4 CITY OF COCONUT CREEK, FL Elected to the Coconut Creek City Commission in May 2008, re-elected in March 2009 and re-elected without opposition in March 2013; elected Mayor by colleagues in March 2014 and in , elected Vice Mayor by colleagues to serve and in Interim Executive Director 07/13 to 12/13 BROWARD COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION 11 /80 to 05/82 Served as a liaison between state legislators from Broward County and other government officials, the public and the media; researched proposed, pending and passed state legislation; coordinated local bill submittals and organized public hearings on varied topics. Coordinated and tracked all local bills pertaining to various municipalities and special taxing districts; monitored the State appropriations process by helping guide community organizations and government agencies to obtain state funding. Director of Government Relations 12/03 to 03/08 KEISER UNIVERSITY (Statewide) Researched and tracked federal and state legislation pertaining to higher education issues; researched educational grant opportunities from varied sources and assisted in the writing of grant proposals; Met with elected officials in Tallahassee, Washington, DC, and district offices to discuss legislation and appropriations matters; coordinated special events and fundraisers for elected officials and candidates; Toured elected officials at all Keiser campuses in Florida; e Managed Higher Education Subcommittee for Vision Broward Task Force during Interim Town Manager 01/03 to 07/03 TOWN OF GOLDEN BEACH, FL (Miami-Dade County) Managed all Town operations including Administration, Building, Finance, Police and Public Works Departments. Selected by Mayor and Town Council to manage transition until a permanent Town Manager was hired. Management of Town government included 48 employees, contractors and an approximate annual budget of five (5) million dollars.

4 Executive Director 06/00 to 01/03 BROWARD COUNTY CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION 09/94 to 11/95 e Coordinated all meetings of two volunteer commissions and their subcommittees charged with studying the Broward County Charter and numerous aspects of county government. e Led research studies into government structures and issues; prepared comparative issue analyses, committee reports and annual budgets; supervised consultants and staff providing administrative support. Oversaw the maintenance of records and documentation of both Commissions and their respective subcommittees, including minutes of meetings. e Served as a liaison with government officials, political and civic groups, the media and the public; represented the Charter Review Commissions at numerous public meetings to speak about the proposed charter amendments and revisions; facilitated website preparation and updates; coordinated press releases, audio/visual presentation, brochures and advertising. o Guided extensive public education efforts leading to the voters approving all proposed Charter amendments and revisions in November 1996 and November Executive Director 11/98 to 06/00 BROWARD COUNTY MANAGEMENT & EFFICIENCY STUDY COMMITTEE Coordinated all meetings of a volunteer advisory committee to study numerous aspects of county government, including mass transit, transportation, governance, growth management, economic development, regional service delivery, water and special taxing districts; researched multiple issues, as directed by the committee and subcommittees. Served as a liaison with government officials, political and civic groups, the media and the public; coordinated Interim and Final Reports of the Committee's recommendations with collected data; facilitated website preparation and updates; coordinated press releases, audio/visual presentation and advertising; prepared annual budgets and committee reports. Adjunct Professor BROWARD (COMMUNITY) COLLEGE Taught State and Local Government classes (POS 1112) to community college students. Community Relations Representative HIGH POINT TREATMENT CENTER e Educated referral sources and potential referral sources about treatment programs for alcohol/drug abuse and eating disorders; provided liaison services to employee assistance professionals (EAPs), therapists, business, labor, legal, judicial, medical and educational entities to maximize referral sources and patient success. o Promoted awareness within the community about substance abuse prevention and treatment through educational programs and management training. Special Projects Coordinator PORT EVERGLADES AUTHORITY Developed, coordinated and implemented corporate and community events for the Port and other community organizations utilizing Port facilities; supervised appropriate support staff. Assisted in the development, planning and implementation of Port community outreach programs on a local, state and national basis; served as a liaison to the public, and to government officials; handled inquiries from local, state, national and international media. Served as acting Director of Public Relations during director's absences

5 District Manager U.S. CONGRESSMAN LARRY SMITH Managed the Congressman's district office by supervising an eight person staff resolve constituent inquiries with the federal government; coordinated constituent outreach programs; educated the public and government officials about proposed and passed legislation; notified community agencies and government entities about grant opportunities. e Served as a liaison between the Congressman and the public, governmental officials and the media; represented the Congressman at various meetings and functions. Director of Field Operations 1982 LARRY SMITH FOR CONGRESS CAMPAIGN Directed volunteer coordination, voter contact, and computer operations; assisted with the preparation of Federal Election Commission financial reports; analyzed opinion poll results. Assisted with media relations, fundraising solicitations, direct mail and budgeting. Legislative Aide BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH FLORIDA Analyzed relevant local, state and federal legislation and its effects on the construction industry; lobbied in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C. for association interests. e Served as a liaison between the 800+ members and government officials; prepared financial reports for a political action committee; disseminated pertinent info to the membership through association meetings, publications, workshops and mailings. EDUCATION: MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION- Florida Atlantic University (1979) Specialization: Environmental/Growth Management. Interned with Broward County's Office of Planning to research and inventory Developments of Regional Impact for six months. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN JOURNALISM/PUBLIC RELATIONS - University of Florida (1978). Major: Public Relations. Minors: Marketing and Political Science ORGANIZATION MEMBESHIP and VOLUNTEER SERVICE: Broward League of Cities - Board of Directors (2008 to 2014): 2!1 8 Vice President (2014), Secretary ( ), Ethics Task Force Chair ( ), Fiscal Stewardship Committee Member ( ) and Chair ( ). Broward County Planning Council - appointed by Commissioner Kristin Jacobs (2014). Broward Water Resources Task Force - appointed by Broward League of Cities ( ). Women of Tomorrow - Mentor for Atlantic Technical High School students (2004 to present). American Cancer Society - Coconut Creek/Margate Relay for Life Committee (2008 to present, Chair ). Coconut Creek Planning and Zoning Board - appointed by City Commission (2003 to 2008). Country Woods Homeowners Association - Board of Directors, Secretary (2002 to 2005). AWARDS AND HONORS: President's Award -- Broward League of Cities (2012, 2010). International Women's Day 2010 Honoree-Realtor Association of Greater Fort Lauderdale. Co-Mentor of the Year, Community lnvo.lvement - Broward County Public Schools (2007). Outstanding Women of the Year Finalist: Government-appointed category - Women in Communications/Atlantio-Florida chapter (1986, 1984). 3

6 LISA KOHNER ARONSON 5163 N.W. 74 Court Coconut Creek, FL REFERENCES Senator Eleanor Sobel Florida State Senator Former Chair, Broward Legislative Delegation (954) office Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren Broward County Court Judge (954) office Debby Eisinger Former Mayor, City of Cooper City Former President, Broward League of Cities (954) cell Paul D. Eichner Attorney for Florida Department of Health-Broward Former School Board Member (954) cell Robin Rorapaugh Rorapaugh-Teicher, LLC (954) cell Jean Craft Former member, Broward County Charter Review Commission (954) cell

7 AGREEMENT Between BROWARD COUNTY CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION and LISA ARONSON for EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR This is an Agreement, made and entered into by and between: BROWARD COUNTY CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION, a commission authorized under the Charter of Broward County, Florida, hereinafter referred to as "CHARTER COMMISSION," AND LISA ARONSON, hereinafter referred to as "EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR." WHEREAS, LISA ARONSON has demonstrated, through her professional and educational experience and performance, a level of professional competency desired by the CHARTER COMMISSION in its EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR; and WHEREAS, the CHARTER COMMISSION is desirous of employing LISA ARONSON as its EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR; and WHEREAS, LISA ARONSON has indicated willingness to accept the responsibilities and render specific performance to the CHARTER COMMISSION as its EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR; and WHEREAS, both parties feel it would be mutually beneficial to have a contract of employment between the CHARTER COMMISSION and EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR setting forth agreements and understandings; NOW, THEREFORE. IN CONSIDERATION of the mutual terms, conditions, promises, covenants, and payments hereinafter set forth, CHARTER COMMISSION and EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR agree as follows:

8 1. Employment of Charter Review Commission Executive Director: 2. Term : Broward County Charter Review Commission hereby employs LISA ARONSON as EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, and LISA ARONSON hereby accepts such employment upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. This Agreement shall take effect July 15, 2000, and terminate on January 11, Duties: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall perform all duties imposed on her as th e Executive Director of the Broward County Charter Review Commission as a full-time employee, including supervision, hiring, and dismissal of the CHARTER COMMISSION's employees subject to the personnel policies adopted by the CHARTER COMMISSION. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall be responsible to the CHARTER COMMISSION w ith direction from the Chair of the CHARTER COMMISSION. 4. Compensation: The EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall receive an annual salary of Seventy-five Thousand Dollars ($75,000.00), payable bi-weekly, on the same pay schedule as provided Broward County employees. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall receive a performance-based review after twelve (12) months and after twenty-four (24) months. The review will be conducted by the CHARTER COMMISSION or its designee. The CHARTER COMMISSION may then adopt a performance-based raise and/or bonus based on said review. If approved, any increase will be effective at the next scheduled pay period and it will be retroactive to the most recent contract anniversary date. 5. Expenses: The EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall be entitled to reimbursement for authorized travel expenses subject to the provisions of Chapter , Fla. Stat. The EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall be paid Fifty Dollars ($50.00) per month for cell phone and beeper usage. -2-

9 6. Benefits: Except as hereinafter provided, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall receive the same holidays, sick leave, workers' compensation, Florida State Retirement, deferred compensation option and other benefits as all similarly-situated Broward County employees (including up to forty (40) hours of job-basis leave per year). Annual leave will be accrued at a rate of ten (10) hours per month totaling fifteen (15) working days per year. Sick leave will be accumulated at a rate of eight (8) hours per month totaling twelve (12) working days per year. Annual leave and sick leave not taken may be accumulated by EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement the CHARTER COMMISSION agrees to pay EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for one hundred percent (100%) of such accumulated and unused annual leave and twenty-five percent (25%) of her accrued but unused sick leave, subject to the limitation on the accumulation of annual leave and sick leave of similarly-situated County employees. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall have the right to participate in the County's health benefit plan as all similarly situated Broward County employees, which includes the right to receive the present sum of One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($150.00) per pay period towards health benefits or other offered benefits, or as cash payout. If County increases or decreases said amount for other employees, this amount will be adjusted accordingly. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall have the right to participate in the County's training programs for professional growth. 7. Termination and Notice: The CHARTER COMMISSION shall have the right to remove EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR upon a vote of a majority of its full' membership. The CHARTER COMMISSION and EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR agree to give each other fifteen (15) business days' notice of intent to terminate this Agreement and if terminated by the CHARTER COMMISSION, the CHARTER COMMISSION will pay the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR an additional fifteen (15) business days' compensation. If the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR is terminated without such notice, CHARTER COMMISSION agrees to provide thirty (30) business days' compensation in lieu of notice. It is understood and agreed that the CHARTER COMMISSION will be the sole judge as to the effectiveness and efficiency with which the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR performs her employment. The CHARTER COMMISSION may, upon a vote of the majority of its full membership, terminate the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR's employment with the CHARTER COMMISSION at any time, subject to the -3-

10 provisions above. Upon her conviction of any felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, this Agreement, at the option of the CHARTER COMMISSION, may be terminated and the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR discharged from her duties without notice or requirement to pay severance. 8. Personal Liability: It is understood that the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR is an employee of the CHARTER COMMISSION. She is a full-time job-basis employee, and expected to perform the duties as required to fulfill the mission of the CHARTER COMMISSION. The EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR shall not be held personally liable for any injuries or damages suffered as a result of any act, event, or omission of action in the scope of her employment or function, unless she acted in bad faith or with malicious purpose, or in a manner exhibiting wanton and willful disregard of human rights, safety, or property. The legal counsel for the CHARTER COMMISSION shall defend the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for acts within the scope of her employment and not committed in bad faith or with malicious purpose or in a manner exhibiting a wanton and willful disregard of human rights, safety, or property. 9. Outside Employment or Contractual Relationships Related to Employment: Outside employment or contractual relationships which involve employee-type activities represent an area of possible conflict of interest for the EXECUTIVE - DIRECTOR and the CHARTER COMMISSION, if the outside work is incompatible with the exercise of the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR's commission responsibilities. Therefore, no outside employment or contractual relationship involving employment shall be undertaken by the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR without disclosure, review, and approval by the CHARTER COMMISSION. 10. Severability: All agreements and covenants herein are severable, and in the event that any of them shall be invalid by a competent court, this Agreement shall be interpreted as if such invalid agreements or covenants were not contained herein. 11. Complete Agreement in Written Document: This written Agreement embodies the whole agreement between the parties and there are no inducements, promises, terms, conditions, or obligations made or entered into by CHARTER COMMISSION and EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, otherthan contained herein. Any benefits owed, but unpaid under this Agreement, shall enure -4-

11 to the benefit of the heirs at law and/or executor of record of EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. 12. This Agreement shall be construed by the laws of the State of Florida and action thereunder shall be enforced in Broward County. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have made and executed this Agreement on the respective dates under each signature: BROWARD COUNTY CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION, signing by and through its Chair,~ authoriz~.d to execute same by CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION action on the,'.0v 1 day of ~J/, 2000, and LISA ARONSON. '.J CHARTER COMMISSION ATTEST: BROWARD COUNTY CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION ~::=:n DAN LEWIS, Chair /./ _I{ day of ~ -, , Approved as to form by Office of County Attorney Broward County, Florida EDWARD A. DION, County Attorney Governmental Center, Suite South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, Florida Telephone: (954) Telecopier: (954) /~ ~ff~ NORMAN M. OSTRAU Deputy County Attorney -5-

12 AGREEMENT BETuVEEN BROWARD COUNTY CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION AND LISA ARONSON FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR WITNESSES: li~ _ (../ _t 1 _ day of, NMO;dp 8/4/00 charter.a