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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 05/07/2019 - RESOLUTION 2019-057 MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITAgenda Item 11 Item # 11 Page 1 AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY May 7, 2019 City Council STAFF Christine Macrina, Boards and Commissions Coordinator Carrie M. Daggett, Legal SUBJECT Resolution 2019-057 Making Appointments to the Citizen Review Board, the Natural Resources Advisory Board, the Senior Advisory Board and the Women's Commission of the City of Fort Collins. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this item is to appoint individuals to fill vacancies that currently exist on the Citizen Review Board, the Natural Resources Advisory Board, the Senior Advisory Board, and the Women’s Commission. The vacancy on the Citizen Review Board is due to the election of Julie Pignataro as the Councilmember for District 2 who served on the Commission until being sworn in on April 23, 2019. The vacancy on the Natural Resources Board is due to the resignation of Luke Caldwell. The vacancy on the Senior Advisory Board is due to the resignation of Alan Beatty. The vacancy on the Women’s Commission is due to the election of Emily Gorgol as the Councilmember for District 6 who served on the Women’s Commission until being sworn in on April 23, 2019. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution. BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION This Resolution makes appointments to fill current board vacancies. Sean Dunagan is being recommended for appointment to the Citizen Review Board to fill the position left vacant by Julie Pignataro who was elected to Council on April 2, 2019. On January 7, 2019, Mayor Wade Troxell, Councilmember Ray Martinez, and City Manager Darin Atteberry held interviews for the Citizen Review Board and all recommended Sean Dunagan as a citizen to appoint if there was a vacancy. Luke Caldwell has been relocated to Hawaii, creating a vacancy on the Natural Resources Advisory Board (NRAB) effective March 27, 2019. On December 18, 2018, Councilmember Bob Overbeck and Mayor Wade Troxell held interviews for open positions on NRAB and each recommended John Skogman to be appointed in the event of an opening. On January 8, 2019, Councilmembers Ken Summers and Kristin Stephens interviewed for vacancies on the Senior Advisory Board. They each recommended Deanna O’Connell to be appointed in the case of a vacancy. She will be stepping into Alan Beatty’s seat. Danielle Dawes has been recommended for appointment to the Women’s Commission to fill the position left vacant by Emily Gorgol who was elected to Council on April 2, 2019. On January 8, 2019, Mayor Wade Troxell and Kristin Stephens interviewed for vacancies on the Women’s Commission. They identified Danielle Dawes as a citizen to appoint if a vacancy arose. Agenda Item 11 Item # 11 Page 2 These terms will begin immediately upon adoption of the Resolution proposed for May 7, 2019. Names of those individuals recommended to fill vacancies have been inserted in the Resolution with the expiration date following the names. 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: Citizen Review Board Name: Sean Dunagan Mailing Address: Residence: Home Phone: Work Phone: Yes No E-Mail Address: Have you resided in the Fort Collins Growth Management Area for at least one year? Which Council District do you live in? District 6 Current Occupation: Senior Investigator Employer: Judicial Watch, Inc. Recent and/or relevant work experience (please include dates) Senior Investigator with a government oversight non-profit (2/2011-present); Intelligence Research Specialist with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (3/1998-2/2011). Recent and/or relevant volunteer experience (please include dates) Speaker with Law Enforcement Action Partnership, a criminal justice reform non-profit. 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? As a concerned citizen, former intelligence analyst w/a federal L.E. agency, and current investigator for a government oversight non-profit, I feel I have a lot to offer. As a FC resident, I'm concerned about issues w/the FCPD (particularly lawsuits) 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 with a board member regarding its activities and was very impressed by his promptness and professionalism. List any abilities, skills, certificates, specialized training, or interests you have which are applicable to this board or commission: Extensive training in constitutional law and other law enforcement issues during basic and advanced intelligence and law enforcement trainings at Quantico. Certificates include DEA's basic and advanced intelligence academy completions and CIA University's Analytic Thinking and Presentation (ATP) course. Additionally, I hold a Master's in Public Administration w/ Zip: Cell Phone: Zip: 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) Use of Force. The use of force by the department has been an issue of particular concern in recent years. I believe that the CRB should be pro-actively involved in reviewing the department's use of force policies and serve as a bridge between the department and the community to effectively communicate policies and their implementation. 2) Transparency. I would encourage the CRB to work to increase transparency, including the release of body-cam videos when appropriate. 3) Lawsuits. I would work to expand the circumstances under which the CRB conducts a review to include incidents in which the city is sued due to actions by the department. Please specify any activities which might create a serious conflict of interest if you should be appointed to this board or commission: None 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: Sean Dunagan Date: Nov-03-2018 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) APPLICATION FOR BOARD OR COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP ATTACHMENTS TO APPLICATION MUST BE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT. Fax or email completed documents to cmacrina@fcgov.com or 970.472.3003 If you have questions or need ad additional 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: Natural Resources Advisory Board (Please complete one application for each board or commission membership. You may apply for 2 boards at a time) Zip: Name: Mailing Address: Residence: Zip: (If different than Mailing Address) Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone: G No E-mail: Have you resided within the Fort Collins Growth Management Area for one year? G Yes Which Council District do you live in? 3 Current Occupation: Environmental Engineer Employer: Terracon Consultants, Inc Prior work experience (please include dates): Volunteer experience (please include dates): Are you currently serving on a City board or commission? G Yes G No If so, which one? Why do you want to become a member of this particular board or commission? Have you attended a meeting of the board or commission you are applying to or talked to anyone currently on the board? G Yes G No If Yes, please share your experience: List any abilities, skills, licenses, certifications, specialized training, or interests you have which are applicable to this board or commission: I have been an Environmental Engineer with Terracon for over 17 years, following graduation from CSU in 1999. I have worked on and continue to work on projects that include soil and groundwater remediation, reg ulatory compliance, air monitoring, water and groundwater sampling and monitoring, green remediation and sustainability. Master Home Educator for the City of Fort Collins Healthy Homes Program, 2018 Make holiday cards for veterans at the Cheyenne VA, 2016 . Healing Warriors Program, Fort Collins, 2016 . MathCounts, Fort Collins, 2013 through 2014 . To become involved in helping the City move forward with our environmental stewardship for our community. I want to help ensure and improve the quality of life for our community and that of future generations by helping meet existing City goals (such as those identified in the Climate Action Plan) and help provide guidance for fu- ture goals. Very interesting and informative but I wanted to be able to provide my expertise and experience. I feel my real world experience in the environmental field will be very beneficial to the group. Not only do I have experi- ence in navigating regulatory processes but I also have passion for taking on tough projects and seeing them through. I have a degree in Environmental Engineering and I am a Professional Engineer in Colorado and Wyoming. I am an ASCE member. I have a strong background in remediation, pollution prevention (air, soil and water), waste management (hazardous, industrial, commercial and residential) and the oil and gas industry. I also have interest and experience in sustainability, energy reduction and waste reduction (many of the items identi- fied in the Fort Collins CAP) and actively help our office participate in Climate Wise. Also a member of Fort Collins Community Emergency Response Team. John Skogman Briefly explain what you believe are the three most important issues face this board or commission, and how do you believe this board or commission should address each issue? (1) (2) (3) Please specify any activities which might create a serious conflict of interest if you should be appointed to this board or commission: Have you ever been convicted of a crime (except for minor traffic offenses that resulted only in a fine)? G Yes G No If yes, please explain in 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 my 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 A. Skogman, P.E. (Type your name here) Date Submitted:November 29, 2018 Optional: How did you learn of a vacancy on this board or commission? G Newspaper G Cable 14 G City News (Utility Bill Insert) G Website Other (please specify) Greenhouse gas reduction and items affecting the Climate Action Plan. The board can help discuss and vet items to bring to the city council or city departments that can help us meet our climate action goals. Recommendations from this board may include possible new ordinances, recommendations the city can put toward the community, such as the recent rebate program for gas powered yard equipment, and recommendations the city can put in place for Climate Wise, Efficiency Works and other community organizations. Having real world experience within remediation and Climate Wise practices, i believe i can add more ideas. The Road to Zero Waste initiative to help the city gain momentum on our road to zero waste. A study by Larimer County reported that average person in our area generates 7 pounds of waste per day, compared to 4 pounds per day for the United States. EPA reports that on average, there is a 35 percent recycling rate (recycling and composting). We need to help our community members lower our waste generation rate and increase our recycling rate. We should be setting the standard for the US and I believe this board is a good place to start. We can start making recommenda- tions for how we can accomplish this, such as looking at incentive programs or getting our community members (both residential and business) more active in setting and striving for personal goals. Climate Wise has a decent start to this that may be able to transition into other areas of our community. Water quality and water resources including surface and groundwater quality, water use, and conservation. Water quality and water use is an important issue in our region, especially with the expected growth of our area in the fu- ture. We want to have a voice in making sure we have water for our future generations and that the water quality in our area continues to be better than the standards. Reviewing monitoring reports for local rivers and creeks is good but we should also be discussing the options to improve the water quality where appropriate. With my exten- sive background in water quality monitoring, reporting and repediation, I will be a vital asset to help interpret these reports, analyze the results, explain the findings to others and make recommendations. None 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: Senior Advisory Board Name: Mailing Address: Residence: Home Phone: Work Phone: Yes No E-Mail Address: Have you resided in the Fort Collins Growth Management Area for at least one year? Which Council District do you live in? Outside City Limits Current Occupation: Community Health Educator Employer: UCHealth Recent and/or relevant work experience (please include dates) August 2015 to present - teach nutrition,mindfulness, chronic pain relief for the UCHealth Aspen Club. Facilitate two chronic disease self-management programs within the Aspen Club. Facilitate Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction classes at the UCHealth Cancer Center for (primarily) older adults. 2009 to August 2015 - volunteered at Pathways Hospice. Provided compassionate end of life patient Recent and/or relevant volunteer experience (please include dates) Board President, Friends of Happy Heart (nonprofit) 6/2011 to 6/2015 - Provided leadership and direction as a founding board member. Encouraged access to healthy, nutritious foods and wellness education to low-income families. Expanded outreach and developed partnerships.Compass Advisory Committee 10/2014-10/2016 - provided suggestions and feedback for this regional healthcare publication. 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 would like to serve in the community in a capacity that matches my interests and areas of expertise. I am currently working with older adults in my employment and find it engaging and rewarding. 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 am in contact with Myles Crane. I don't believe I have attended a meeting of the board or commission. List any abilities, skills, certificates, specialized training, or interests you have which are applicable to this board or commission: I am a very strategic thinker as well as a very compassionate person who can ultimately greatly relate to the populations of interest. I am a registered dietitian by training and am in the process of a master's degree in mindfulness studies. I have a long list of certifications over many years (wellness coaching, yoga, sales training), all of which I feel benefit Zip: Cell Phone: Zip: Deanna Lynn O'Connell 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) The changing and ever-expanding population of older adults in Fort Collins. Along with this rapidly increasing demographic comes the need for services, transportation, social needs and creating a community that is age-friendly and supports these older adults. I believe a data-driven approach is an important piece, as well as taking care to connect with residents to create sustainable, financially prudent plans and forecasts of the changing needs. 2) Provide outreach, access and equitable services to all, including unserved and underserved populations, minorities, Spanish-speaking older adults, disabled persons, lower-income persons, mentally dis-empowered and disadvantaged. I believe this would require strong local leadership, and a means to achieve outstanding collaboration and interaction among all area agencies and networks - each understanding (and not duplicating) services, educational outreach and funding. 3) Address food and housing challenges among those within this expanding demographic and connecting services to those in need. I believe to address these would mean very strategic assessments, collaboration with partners, prioritizing needs, working within the values of the mission and planning. Please specify any activities which might create a serious conflict of interest if you should be appointed to this board or commission: I don't believe this would be a conflict in either direction for UCHealth - but is something we should discuss. 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: Deanna O'Connell Date: Oct-30-2018 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) friend 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: Women's Commission Name: Danielle Dawes Mailing Address: Residence: . Home Phone: Work Phone: Yes No E-Mail Address: Have you resided in the Fort Collins Growth Management Area for at least one year? Which Council District do you live in? District 5 Current Occupation: Children's Case Manager Employer: Foothills Gatway Inc. Recent and/or relevant work experience (please include dates) The Department of Human Services, Larimer County: Social Caseworker, April 2016- August 2016Provide crisis intervention & ongoing counseling to assist families in decision making and problem resolution, complete intake and assessment forms, design treatment plans to address risk and needs assessments,prepare and present case information and documentation to the courts, state review proceedings, and attorneys, coordinate client services with professionals and outside collateral agencies Recent and/or relevant volunteer experience (please include dates) - Colorado 50-50: October 2018 - Current - Teaching Assistant for Human Physiology: June 2015 - December 2015; Teacher Assistant for Research Methods in psychology: January 2015 - May 2015; International Honor Society in Psychology (Psi Chi): November 2014 - Present; Tau Sigma National Honor Society for Transfer Students: March 2014 - Present; Director of student involvement for TEDxCSU: September 2013 - May 2014; participate in community service opportunities via CSUnity 2014 & 2015 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 was motivated to apply to this board after attending a Vote Run Lead training encouraging women to run for local office. It has become my passion to advocate for those in marginalized societies by providing educational opportunities. 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: I am very empathic, kind, compassionate, organized, prepared, and detail oriented in the work that I do with individuals in my community. I am a certified case manager as recognized by the Department Health Care Policy and Financing. I am very interested in advocating for those who may not always have a voice, dedicated to ensuring that our community serves all Cell Phone: Zip: Zip: 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) Gender fluidity: how sex and gender are ever evolving in today's day and age. It is important to tackle these issues with the community in mind, taking in feedback and applying it, additionally offering educational opportunities for community members, organizations, and businesses. 2) Income disparities: In my six years in Fort Collins I have seen much growth. The concerns I often hear in the community are around housing affordability, opportunities for employment, and the middle class is being pushed out of the City of Fort Collins. I believe it is important to collaborate with local businesses and organizations to ensure the community has opportunities for growth. 3) Education: In a world where our community has increased instances of mental health impairments, physical, and intellectual disabilities it is import we consider and evaluate how our education systems are addressing the needs of an ever-changing community. I believe that this can be addressed through data collection, research, and evaluation of how our community's needs are being addressed through the educational system. Looking at clubs, courses, community connections, and employment opportunities. Please specify any activities which might create a serious conflict of interest if you should be appointed to this board or commission: I am not aware of any conflicts that I may have with this board or commission. I have already discussed this with my Foothills Gateway supervisor. 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: Danielle T. Dawes Date: Dec-05-2018 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) -1- RESOLUTION 2019-057 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITIZEN REVIEW BOARD, THE NATURAL RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD, THE SENIOR ADVISORY BOARD, AND THE WOMEN’S COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS WHEREAS, vacancies currently exist on various boards, commissions, and authorities of the City due to resignations by board members; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to make appointments to fill the vacancies which exist on the various boards, commissions, and authorities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS that the following named persons are hereby appointed to fill current vacancies on the boards and commissions, hereinafter indicated, with terms to begin immediately and to expire as set forth after each name: Citizen Review Board Expiration of Term Sean Dunagan December 31, 2022 Natural Resources Advisory Board Expiration of Term John Skogman December 31, 2022 Senior Advisory Board Expiration of Term Deanna O’Connell December 31, 2019 Women’s Commission Expiration of Term Danielle Dawes December 31, 2021 Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 7th day of May, A.D. 2019. _________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________ City Clerk