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Home My WebLink About2009 Historic Resources Board Appointments�a S Council/Agency Meeting Held: 1,0Zy Deferred/Continued to: )§-A ro ed Mn II Appro ed 0 Denied 9�2 'Ic CI r s Sign re Council Meeting Date: 10/19/2009 Department ID Number: CS 09-012 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL M SUBMITTED BY: CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS JOE CARCHIO AND I I HARDY,LIAISONS TO HISTORIC RESOURCES B AR PREPARED BY: JIM B. ENGLE, DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY SE SUBJECT: APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO THE HISTORIC REUURCES BOARD Statement of Issue, Funding Source, Recommended Action, Alternative Action(s), Analysis, Environmental Status, Attachments) Statement of Issue: There is a need to fill five vacancies on the Historic Resources Board (HRB) and to reappoint two members. The vacancies were created by term limits and resignations of several board members. Funding Source: Not Applicable Recommended Action: Motions to: 1. Approve the reappointments of Kathie Schey for her first full term and Debra Watkins for her second full term to expire June 30, 2013 as recommended by Council liaisons Carchio and Hardy. 2. Approve the appointment of Gloria Alvarez for a term to expire June 30, 2013 to fill the term expiration of Arlene Howard as recommended by Council liaisons Carchio and Hardy. 3. Approve the appointment of Amanda Bloom for a term to expire June 30, 2013 to fill the term expiration of Billie Kennedy as recommended by Council liaisons Carchio and Hardy. 4. Approve the appointment of Kathy Bryant for a term to expire June 30, 2013 to fill the term expiration of Nuanna Robinson as recommended by Council Liaisons Carchio and Hardy. 5. Approve the appointment of Samuel Heritage for a partial term to expire June 30, 2011 to fill the resignation of Roz Essner as recommended by Council liaisons Carchio and Hardy. 6. Approve the appointment of Chris Jepsen for a partial term to expire June 30, 2011 to fill the resignation of Randy Smith as recommended by Council liaisons Carchio and Hardy. REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION MEETING DATE: 10/19/2009 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: CS 09-012 Alternative Action(s): Do not approve the appointments to the Historic Resources Board and advise staff accordingly. Analysis: According to Huntington Beach Municipal Code (H.B.M.C. Section 2.107.010), the Historic Resources Board shall "consist of not less than seven (7) nor more than eleven (11) members, to be appointed to terms of four years." There are currently four vacancies on the Historic Resources Board due to the expiration of terms of three members and the resignation of one. There are also two reappointments of members who have completed partial terms and a first term. Filling the vacancies would complete the Board at eleven members. The vacancy was posted at City Hall and on the City's web -site. The proposed candidates were reviewed by the Council liaisons and their qualifications were deemed suitable for the Historic Resources Board. The candidates demonstrate a committed interest in the conservation and preservation of the city's historic resources. 1. Kathie Schey is seeking reappointment to begin her first full term, after finishing a partial term. She has been a resident of Huntington Beach for four years, and has completed a Master of Arts degree in History. She is a public historian knowledgeable in both local and state history, a member of the board and a docent for the Friends of Rancho Los Cerritos, and an archivist for the Long Beach Airport. She has received two visiting research fellowships and presented her work at six national academic conferences. She is interested in community outreach and education related to local history, heritage and historic preservation. 2. Debra Watkins is seeking reappointment to her second term. She has been an active member on the Board, participating in the production of the history of Huntington Beach's exhibition and book, Ebb & Flow, during the centennial celebration. She has also been involved in the demolition review process, one of the major tasks of the HRB. 3. Gloria Alvarez holds a Master's degree in Human Resources with additional training in conflict management. She has a very long family history in Huntington Beach that encompasses several generations. She brings an appreciation for local history and a passion for preservation. 4. Amanda Bloom has a strong background in historical records and family history research. She is interested in the promotion of the historical development and social evolution of Huntington Beach. 5. Kathy Bryant has been a resident of Huntington Beach for 44 years and has served as a volunteer and at the Huntington Central and Main Street Libraries. She works as a free lance writer and has written many stories about Huntington Beach. She minored in history in college. 6. Samuel Heritage is a landscape architect with special skills in landscape analysis and design, community and master planning, construction techniques and design implementation. He is a LEED-accredited professional with interests in historic preservation and sustainable development. .2. 10/2/2009 9:29 AM REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION MEETING DATE: 10/19/2009 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: CS 09-012 7. Chris Jepsen has been a resident of Huntington Beach for 36 years and has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in communications and public relations. He serves as the Orange County Historical Archivist and has extensive knowledge of local and regional history and historical preservation. Strategic Plan Goal: Appointing at -large community representatives to the Historic Resources Board would meet the Strategic Plan Goal to improve external and internal communication. Environmental Status: Not Applicable Attachment(s): -3- 10/2/2009 9:29 AM -ATTACHMENT #1 HISTORIC RESOURCES BOARD 2009 / 2010 ROSTER NAME Current Term 1 * GLORIA ALVAREZ 10/19/09 - 06/30/13 2 * AMANDA BLOOM 10/19/09-06/30/13 3 * KATHY BRYANT 10/19109-06/30/13 4 MARILYN HARRIS 7/1/07 - 6/30111 6 BARBARA HAYNES 7/1/07 - 6130/11 6 SAMUEL HERITAGE 10/19/09 - 6/30/11 7 CHRIS JEPSEN 10/19/09 - 6/30/11 8 DIANE RYAN 711/07 - 6/30/11 9 JOE SANTIAGO 7/1/07 - 6/30/11 10 * DEBRA WATKINS 7/1/09 - 6/30/13 11 * KATHIE SCHEY 7/1/09 - 6/30/13 * Appointment pending Council approval INITIATING DEPARTMENT: Community Services SUBJECT: Appointments to the Historic Resources Board COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 19, 2009 RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS Ordinance (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Resolution (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Tract Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Attached ❑ Not A plicable Contract/Agreement (w/exhibits if applicable) Attached ❑ (Signed in full by the City Attorne) Not Applicable Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc. Attached ❑ (Approved as to form by City Attorney) Not Applicable Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attorney) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Fiscal Impact Statement (Unbudgeted, over $5,000) Attached ❑ Not A plicable Bonds (If applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Staff Report (If applicable) Attachedt A ucable Commission, Board or Committee Report (If applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Findings/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial Attached ❑ Not Applicable EXPLANATION FOR MISSING ATTACHMENTS ,e� z REVIEWED-- RETURNED FOR A DED Administrative Staff�`� Deputy City Administrator (lbitial) City Administrator (Initial) City Clerk RCA Author: KHoffman