HomeMy WebLinkAboutApprove appointments to the Children's Needs Task Force (CNT (7)Dept. ID CS16-022 Page 1 of 2
Meeting Date: 911912016
MEETING DATE: 9/19/2016
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Janeen Laudenback, Director of Community Services
SUBJECT: Approve appointments to the Children's Needs Task Force (CNTF) as
recommended by City Council liaisons Barbara Delgleize and Billy O'Connell
Statement of Issue:
There are currently eight (8) vacancies on the Children's Needs Task Force due to term expirations
and unscheduled resignations. There is a need to reappoint three (3) student representatives and
fill five (5) adult representative vacancies to the Children's Needs Task Force.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable
Recommended Action:
A) Approve the reappointments of student representatives Erika Augenstein and Daryn Nguyen to
a third one-year term of September 1, 2016, to August 31, 2017; and,
B) Approve the reappointment of student Dawit Habteab to a second one-year term of September
1, 2016, to June 30, 2017; and,
C) Accept the resignation of Marlene Mcllroy and approve the appointment of adult representative
Jennifer Kinkel to fill the partial term of September 1, 2013, to August 31, 2017; and,
D) Approve the appointment of adult representatives Michelle Edelson, Meagan Kinsey, Steven
McCloskey, and Deborah Reisdorph to a first four-year term of September 1, 2015, to August
31, 2019.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve appointments for the Children's Needs Task Force and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
Student terms on the Children's Needs Task Force (CNTF) are for one-year with a four year
maximum. The by-laws state that the CNTF may consist of up to one-third students for the 13
member task force, totaling four possible openings. There are currently three student members
seeking reappointment. The fourth potential open position will be filled by an adult representative
as allowed by the bylaws.
The CNTF is seeking the appointment of five (5) new members: One to serve a partial term as
vacated through resignation; and four (4) to fill full -term vacancies. The vacancies were posted on
the City's website, at the libraries, and on the posting -board at City Hall.
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Meeting Date: 9/19/2016
There are currently five (5) adult candidates seeking appointment to the CNTF: Jennifer Kinkel,
Michelle Edelson, Meagan Kinsey, Steven McCloskey, and Deborah Reisdorph. After review by
City Council Liaisons Delgleize and O'Connell, these candidates are being recommended for
appointment to the CNTF. A short biography of each applicant is listed below:
Student Candidates
Erica Augenstein and Daryl Nguyen have effectively served as student representatives. They have
shown enthusiasm, support, and a desire to continue to contribute to the activities of the CNTF.
Dawit Habteab has served one-year on the CNTF. He has participated in events and is always
eager to take part in the bi-monthly meetings. He has shown a desire to continue to contribute to
the CNTF and looks forward to joining one of the many worthwhile focus groups that are dedicated
to children's needs.
Adult Candidates
Jennifer Kinkel has demonstrated a committed interest in the welfare of children and the community
through her education and employment background as the Director of Early Childhood Education
with the Huntington Beach School District. She enjoys participating with organizations that serve
children both locally and county -wide, and is interested in collaborating, communicating, and
connecting with community members in order to best serve the children of Huntington Beach.
Michelle Edelson's background consists of 24 years as an educator supporting and guiding youth
toward a path of learning and achievement. She specializes in peer mediation and crisis
intervention. She believes that it is important to give back to the community and support our
children, their endeavors and activities.
Meagan Kinsey also has an educator's background, including early childhood education in Title 1
schools. Additionally, Ms. Kinsey holds a law degree and specializes in child -centric laws, including
special education, foster children, charter schools, and educational policy. She is knowledgeable of
the Brown Act and community governance requirements and structures. She is a credentialed
teacher with training in play -based learning and early childhood education. She feels that her
combined experience with her interest in children's issues and serving the community will help her
best serve the needs of the CNTF.
Stephen McCloskey has a financial background and is interested in giving back to his community
by ensuring that kids have the proper tools they need to make a difference in the lives of others and
learn how to stay ahead of the ever -changing world. He is also interested in philanthropic fund
raising to support those who need it.
Deborah Reisdorph maintains a law degree with 22 years as an attorney with cases pertaining to
adoption and child custody, and completed the Washburn School of Law, Gang Intervention
Program. Special interests include professional speaking, community engagement, and she has a
volunteer "can -do" attitude. She is the founder and Executive Director of BARE (Bully Awareness
Resistance Education, Inc.). She feels that the youth of our community are the leaders of
tomorrow, and through the CNTF, she hopes to provide leadership and advocacy for them.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal:
Improve quality of life
Attachment(s):
1) CNTF Term Roster
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Terms Expiring 8/30/17
Dona Cardona*
Linda Cornejo
Jim Hayden — Vice Chair
Jenn Kinkel*
Terms Expirina 8/30/19
CHILDREN'S NEEDS TASK FORCE
TERM ROSTER
Fulfilling Partial Term
(Ian Collins)
1st Term
2"d Term
Fulfilling Partial Term
(Marlene Mcllroy)
09/01 /13-08/30/17
09/01 /13-08/30/17
09/01 /13-08/30/17
09/01 /13-08/30/17
Meagan Kinsey**
1st
Term
09/01/15-08/30/19
Phyllis Lembke
2" d
Term
09/01 /15-08/30/19
Steven McCloskey**
1st
Term
09/01/15-08/30/19
Deborah Reisdorph**
1st
Term
09/01 /15-08/30/19
Michelle Edelson**
1st
Term
09/01/05-08/30/19
Tiffany Johnson - Chair
2"6
Term
09/01/15-08/30/19
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Erika Augenstein***
T6
Term
09/01/15-08/30/16
Dawit Habteab***
2" d
Term
09/01 /15-08/30/16
Daryn Nguyen***
T6
Term
09/01 /15-08/30/16
*Fulfilling Partial Term
**Pending Appointment
***Pending Reappointment
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