HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 02/07/2017 - RESOLUTION 2017-015 MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUSAgenda Item 18
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY February 7, 2017
City Council
STAFF
Christine Macrina, Boards and Commissions Coordinator
SUBJECT
Resolution 2017-015 Making Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions of the City of Fort Collins.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this item is to appoint individuals to fill vacancies that currently exist on boards and
commissions due to the resignation of a board member and a vacancy created upon the expiration of a term.
Applications were solicited from October through December. Council teams interviewed applicants in January.
This Resolution appoints individuals to fill current vacancies.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution.
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION
This Resolution appoints John Parks to the Economic Advisory Board to fill an expired term to begin immediately
on February 7, 2017 with a term to expire on December 31, 2019.
This Resolution names Serena Robb to the Community Development Block Grant Commission to fulfill a vacancy
created by the resignation of Deborah Wescott with a term to expire on December 31, 2017.
Carey Hewitt is named to the Parking Advisory Board to fulfill a vacancy created by the resignation of Stephanie
Napoleon with a term to expire on December 31, 2017.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Applications (PDF)
APPLICATION FOR BOARD OR COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP
ATTACHMENTS TO APPLICATION MUST BE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT
If you have questions or need more information, contact:
City Clerk's Office (300 LaPorte Avenue) at 970.416.2525
Eligibility Requirements - 1 year residency within the Fort Collins Growth Management Area
Board or Commission: Economic Advisory Commission
Name: John Parks
Mailing Address: 224 E Elizabeth St Zip:80524
Residence: 224 E Elizabeth St Zip:80524
Home Phone: 970-631-6786 Work Phone:970-613-5282 Cell Phone: 970-631-6786
E-Mail Address: john@jparks.org
Have you resided in the Fort Collins Growth Management Area for at least one year? Yes No
Which Council District do you live in? District 1
Current Occupation: Int'l Baccalaureate Coordinator Employer:Thompson School District
Recent and/or relevant work experience (please include dates) IB Coordinator:August 2014 - present
I currently coordinate both the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes (9th-12th grades) at Loveland High School,
as well as the k-12 district-wide IB leadership.IB & AP Spanish and French Teacher: Loveland High School August
2007 - August 2014International Bicycle Tour Leader: Experience Plus Bicycle Tours 2000-2002, 2004
Recent and/or relevant volunteer experience (please include dates) 2016, 2015: Organize annual Loveland Volunteer
Fair with 20+ local volunteer organizations2012-2014: Founder and director of Loveland Mountain Bike Racing Team
(affiliated with NICA)2010-2012: Chess club sponsor and coach, Loveland High School2009-2011: Sponsor of the Latinos
United in the Community, Loveland High School Rams Cycling Team President: Colorado State University 2005-2006:
Are you currently serving on a City board or commission? Yes No
If so, which one?
Why do you want to become a member of this particular board or commission? Fort Collins has some
very progressive plans for smart growth, with various plans for keeping sustainability and the triple bottom
line at the heart of all city growth. I would like to work with city leaders to achieve our common goals.
Have you attended a meeting of the board or commission you are applying to or talked to anyone currently on the board?
Yes No
If yes, please share your experience:
List any abilities, skills, certificates, specialized training, or interests you have which are applicable to this
board or commission:
Coordination skills: organizing diverse stakeholders to work towards a common goal; meeting planning, facilitation, and
recording; event planning; conducting extensive review processes with diverse stakeholders; community outreach; social media
campaign managerTrilingual in English, Spanish and FrenchLicensed teacher (Spanish, k-12)
ATTACHMENT 1
Briefly explain what you believe are the three most important issues facing this board or commission, and how do you
believe this board or commission should address each issue?
1) City of Fort Collins Climate Action Plan: This is one of the most forward-thinking and aggressive city-lead
climate change mitigation plans. The city's clear attention to the triple bottom line is clearly defined
and laid out in city documents. Every effort should be made to meet the goals set out with the Climate
Action Plan for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, while also working towards maintaining the balance
of the triple bottom line. The EAC can recommend the step by step transition from fossil fuels to renewable
energy sources.
2) Increasing connections between the education and business sectors for improved school to work readiness
as well as future innovation: The EAC can make recommendations and incentives for local businesses to
offer school visits for elementary and middle school students, as well as job shadowing and internships
for high school and university students. Additionally, the EAC can encourage the growth of education
to work programs and direct connections between schools and places of work.
3) Increasing assistance programs and access to these programs for low-income individuals and families
in our city: The recession and subsequent housing pricing boom has resulted in a higher number of individuals
and families experiencing low income and even homelessness. In order to assist these people to achieve
a more comfortable living status, the EAC can recommend the creation of a site, both online and a centrally-located
office, that offers a one-stop information center for city and other services, including reduced fees,
housing, educational, transportation and employment assistance.
Please specify any activities which might create a serious conflict of interest if you should be appointed to this board
or commission:
None to my knowledge.
Have you ever been convicted of a crime (except for minor traffic offenses that resulted only in a fine)? Yes No
If yes, please explain in complete detail. State the nature and approximate date of the conviction,
the sentence imposed, whether the sentence has been completed, and any other information you
consider to be relevant
Upon application for and acceptance of appointment, board and commission members demonstrate their intention and
ability to attend meetings. If appointed, frequent nonattendance may result in termination of the appointment.
By typing your name in the space provided, I submit my electronic signature and application to the City of Fort Collins
and swear or affirm under penalty of perjury pursuant to the laws of the State of Colorado:
-that I meet the eligibility requirements of the position sought and
-that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Signature: John Parks Date: Jan-03-2017
Optional: How did you learn of a vacancy on this board or commission:
Newspaper Cable 14 City News (Utility Bill Insert) Website
Other (please specify)
Objective I am seeking a environmental coordinator position with the City of
Fort Collins. I can contribute the skills I have gained as an International Baccalaureate
Coordinator, Spanish and French teacher, bicycle tour leader, and and crew leader
with the Youth Conservation Corps in Yellowstone NP and City of Boulder Open Spaces.
I have a high degree of motivation to follow projects through to their end, engaging
all the necessary people involved to make them feel part of an effective team. Coordination
Is a multifaceted profession which brings together many of my qualities and skills,
including interpersonal communication, teambuilding enthusiasm and an ability to
work independently and in a team. Environmental sustainability and education has
always been my passion. Experience International Baccalaureate Coordinator:
Thompson School District August 2014 - present I currently coordinate both
the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes (9th-12th grades) at Loveland High School,
as well as the k-12 district-wide IB leadership. I work with over 35 teachers in
coordinating 50 courses for nearly 300 students. I organize events including annual
volunteer fairs, student outreach, alumni reunion and convocation, as well as lead
two schools through a year and a half evaluation process of our IB MYP partnership.
I was recognized as highly effective in my most recent annual evaluation. Under
my leadership, this program has grown 100% in 2.5 years. IB & AP Spanish and French
Teacher: Loveland High School August 2007 - August 2014 I shared my passion
for languages and cultures as an interactive world language educator with students
at all levels of language acquisition. I used a communicative approach, encouraging
students to use and expand their language skills. I worked closely on the district-wide
curriculum development and attended both regional conferences and national trainings.
International English Teacher: Mexico and France 2006-2007; 2002-2003 I taught
English at a private IB school in Puebla Mexico and at a public high school in southeast
France. Rams Cycling Team President: Colorado State University 2005-2006 As
leader of this Sport Club team with 16 officers and over 120 active student athletes,
we won our first divisional championship and hired on our first professional coach.
International Bicycle Tour Leader: Experience Plus Bicycle Tours 2000-2002,
2004 I had the amazing opportunity to be the head tour leader on 1-2 week bicycle
tours in Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Colorado and Utah. I also worked to develop
and refine the tour offerings in all of these locations in this independent position
with this Fort Collins based company. Trail Crew Member: Rocky Mountain
National Park 2005, 2003 Youth Conservation
Corps Crew Leader. City of Boulder Open Space Summer 1999 Organizing
and leading a crew of 8-12 teenage workers on trail maintenance and environmental
education. Youth Conservation Corps Crew Leader. Yellowstone National Park
Summers 1993-96 Organizing and leading crews of 5-30 teenage workers on
trail maintenance, backpacking, and environmental ed. Education Masters
of Educational Leadership (M.Ed.): Colorado State University 2005-2006 College
of Education Project Promise graduate, including teaching licensure and student
teaching in diverse schools. Bachelors of Spanish Language, Culture & Literature
(B.A.): CSU 2004-2005 Received department award for Outstanding Spanish Language
Graduate Bachelors of Environmental Studies and International Development: CU
Boulder 1995-2000 Keynote speaker for the interdisciplinary environmental studies
program May 2000 graduation. Ecuador Study Abroad: Minnesota Studies in International
Development 1998-1999 Academic year program including various homestays in two
cities and a 7-month internship with an indigenous mountain guide association. Skills I
have a wide skill set which make me an effective coordinator. I have strong organizational
skills and am comfortable working with diverse stakeholders, including administrators,
APPLICATION FOR BOARD OR COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP
ATTACHMENTS TO APPLICATION MUST BE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT
If you have questions or need more information, contact:
City Clerk's Office (300 LaPorte Avenue) at 970.416.2525
Eligibility Requirements - 1 year residency within the Fort Collins Growth Management Area
Board or Commission: CDBG Commission
Name: Serena Robb
Mailing Address: 749 Sandpiper Point Zip:80525
Residence: 749 Sandpiper Point Zip:80525
Home Phone: 970-412-2476 Work Phone: Cell Phone:
E-Mail Address: serena.robb@gmail.com
Have you resided in the Fort Collins Growth Management Area for at least one year? Yes No
Which Council District do you live in? District 2
Current Occupation: Volunteer Prog Mgr+Program Officer Employer:PoudreLibraries+RealitiesForChildre
Recent and/or relevant work experience (please include dates) 1995-2005: Engineer/Engineering Manager
HP2011-2013: Volunteer Coordinator at CASA of Larimer County2013: Volunteer Coordinator at Hearts & Horses Riding
Center2013-2014: Volunteer Program Manager for the Circles Program at Education & Life Training Center (ELTC)2015-present:
Volunteer Program Manager at the Poudre Libraries2015-present: Program Officer at Realities For Children
Recent and/or relevant volunteer experience (please include dates) 2000-2005: Volunteer Project Leader for
Way Make A Difference Day through HP2007-2014: CASA volunteer (court advocate for children who have been abused
or neglected)2008-2015: Board Member/webmaster for Steppin' Out (serving foster children who age out of foster
care)2008-present: Board Member/Founder/Treasurer of Kids On Computers (providing access to technology to schools
Are you currently serving on a City board or commission? Yes No
If so, which one?
Why do you want to become a member of this particular board or commission? I have been volunteering
and working in the local non-profit field for 10+ years in various capacities, and have a vested interest in
helping them succeed in the valuable services they provide to our community, while working collaboratively.
Have you attended a meeting of the board or commission you are applying to or talked to anyone currently on the board?
Yes No
If yes, please share your experience:
I have spoken briefly with Holly Carroll, Annette Zacharias and Sharon Thomas about my interest in this commission. Holly
Carroll was my manager when she was Executive Director of the Poudre Libraries, and we spoke often of the agencies we both
serve through our positions. I work directly with Annette Zacharias, as Faith Family Hospitality is one of Realities For
List any abilities, skills, certificates, specialized training, or interests you have which are applicable to this
board or commission:
Influencing for Results; Dynamic Leadership; U.S. Employment Law for Managers; Standards of Business Conduct for Managers;
United Way's Board Bank training; Recognition & Intervention for Child Abuse & Neglect; Legal & Welfare Processes; Communication
& Negotiation; Interviewing Techniques; Bridges out of Poverty; Bridging Intercultural Differences
Briefly explain what you believe are the three most important issues facing this board or commission, and how do you
believe this board or commission should address each issue?
1) An important issue is that agency requests far outpace existing funding, so determining where to allocate
the resources is difficult. Other resources such as United Way and CCAP are being reduced. I don't know
the answer to this problem, but maybe learning how other funders (such as the Bohemian Foundation) are
being used, as well as a better understanding of agency budgets, will help the commission make better
educated decisions.
2) There is a definite lack of affordable housing in the area. The commission needs to continue to support
the City's Affordable Housing Strategic Plan by continuing to approve funds that increase inventory,
especially in the rental market. I would love to see a program that encourages more private landlords
to accept rental housing vouchers, support the renter/landlord relationship, and be supported by CDBG
funds, if not already. There should also be more education to the public about how private citizens
can help in this issue.
3) I believe there are multiple agencies with overlapping services, who then compete for similar funds.
The CDBG commission is in a unique position of being able to learn about many of these programs during
the application program, and encouraging the agencies to collaborate, instead of compete.
Please specify any activities which might create a serious conflict of interest if you should be appointed to this board
or commission:
I currently work for Realities For Children, a local non-profit, but we do not request CDBG funding.
We raise money for our partner agencies, many of which request CDBG funds, through our Cause Marketing
business. Our Board decides how our agencies are funded, and I assist the agencies in meeting their
Have you ever been convicted of a crime (except for minor traffic offenses that resulted only in a fine)? Yes No
If yes, please explain in complete detail. State the nature and approximate date of the conviction,
the sentence imposed, whether the sentence has been completed, and any other information you
consider to be relevant
Upon application for and acceptance of appointment, board and commission members demonstrate their intention and
ability to attend meetings. If appointed, frequent nonattendance may result in termination of the appointment.
By typing your name in the space provided, I submit my electronic signature and application to the City of Fort Collins
and swear or affirm under penalty of perjury pursuant to the laws of the State of Colorado:
-that I meet the eligibility requirements of the position sought and
-that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Signature: Mary "Serena" Robb Date: Aug-25-2016
Optional: How did you learn of a vacancy on this board or commission:
Newspaper Cable 14 City News (Utility Bill Insert) Website
Other (please specify) word of mouth
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RESOLUTION 2017-015
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS BOARDS
AND COMMISSIONS OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
WHEREAS, a vacancy currently exists on the Economic Advisory Commission of the
City due to an expiration of term and vacancies currently exists on the Community Development
Block Grant Commission and Parking Advisory Board due to resignations; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to make appointments to fill the vacancies that exist
on the various boards and commissions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council hereby makes and adopts the determinations and
findings contained in the recitals set forth above.
Section 2. That the following named persons are hereby appointed to fill current
vacancies on the boards, commissions, and authorities hereinafter indicated, with terms to begin
immediately and to expire as set forth after each name:
Community Development Block Grant Commission Expiration of Term
Serena Robb December 31, 2017
Economic Advisory Commission Expiration of Term
John Parks December 31, 2019
Parking Advisory Board Expiration of Term
Carey Hewitt December 31, 2017
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 7th
day of February, A.D. 2017.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk