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Home My WebLink AboutApprove the Children’s Needs Task Force Reappointments of Ia Council/Agency Meeting Held:_ ' Deferred/Continued to: Approved ❑Conditionally Approved ❑ Denied Ci C rl(fSigofure Council Meeting Date: August 1, 2005 Department umber: CS05-020 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS SUBMITTED BY: COUNCILMEMBER CATHY GREED nd COUNCILMEMBERGIL COERPER, Liaisons to the Children's Needs Task Force PREPARED BY: JIM B. ENGLE, Director, Community Servicesj� a SUBJECT: APPROVE APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENT TO THE CHILDREN'S NEEDS TASK FORCE Statement of Issue,Funding Source,Recommended Action,Alternative Action(s),Analysis,Environmental Status,Attachment(s) Statement of Issue: There is one adult vacancy and three student vacancies on the Children's Needs Task Force. Funding Source: Not applicable Recommended Action: Motions to: 1. Approve the appointment of students Stephanie Morley and Lesley Stahl to the Children's Needs Task Force for a term of August 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006; 2. Approve the reappointment of student Katherine Do for a term of August 1, 2005 to June 30, 2D06; and 3. Approve the appointment of Robert Hart for a term of August 1, 2005 to July 30, 2009. Alternative Action(s): Do not make appointments/reappointment to the Children's Needs Task Force at this time, and request further review by the Council liaisons. Analysis: There are currently two students and one adult applying for appointment to the Children's Needs Task Force, and one student applying for reappointment. The vacancies on the task force were posted at City Hall. A press release was also published in local newspapers. A flyer and application were sent to all middle and high schools in the Huntington Beach Union and Ocean View School Districts, as well as private schools for grades six through twelve. The proposed candidates were reviewed by the Council liaisons, and their qualifications were deemed suitable for the Children's Needs Task Force. Each candidate demonstrates a committed interest in the welfare of children: 05-020 Appoint GNTF -- 7/1812005 2:49 PEA �ca, MEETING DATE: August 1, 2005 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: CS05-020 1. Katherine Do has become an integral part of the Children's Needs Task Force. Katherine actively participates in Task Force events to further educate the community on the needs of children, and contributes to each meeting in a positive and effective manner. 2. Lesley Stahl works within her school organizations to help improve the overall condition of her school's environment. She feels it is important that her community has the best environment and activities available for the youth in Huntington Beach. 3. Stephanie Morley sets a positive example for her peers by demonstrating leadership and integrity on a regular basis. Stephanie's willingness to assist other students by tutoring, conflict management, and her position as class representative, are examples of her dedication to education and civic mindedness. 4. Robert Hart is a Registered Nurse and father of two who has dedicated his life to the health and welfare of others. Robert has a sincere desire to help the children in the community by becoming involved in the development of programs to assist them and shape their futures. Staff concurs with the recommendations of the Council liaisons. Attachment(s): City Clerk's Page Number No. Description 1. Children's Needs Task Force Roster G:\RCA\2005\05-020 Appoint CNTF.doc -2- 7/18/2005 2:40 PM ATTACHMENT # 1 CHILDREN''S NEEDS TASK FORCE Adam Buttons Shirley A. Carey Jackie Cherewick Ian Collins-Chair *Katherine Do Pat Guidotti *Robert Hart Tanya Hoxsie Carol Kanode Rebecca Keene Phyllis Lembke Diane Lenning Cathy McGou h—Vice Chair *Stephanie Morley *Lesley Stahl City Council Liaison-Cathy Green City Council Liaison-Gil Coerper STAFF LIAISON-Janeen Laudenback *Per Council Action RCA ROUTING SHEET INITIATING DEPARTMENT: Community Services SUBJECT: APPROVE APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE CHILDREN'S NEEDS TASK FORCE COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 1 , 2005 RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS Ordinance (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable Resolution (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable Tract Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Not Applicable Contract/Agreement (w/exhibits if applicable) (Signed in full by the City Attorney Not Applicable Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc. (Approved as to form by CityAttorne Not Applicable Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attorney) Not Applicable Financial Impact Statement (Unbud et, over$5,000) Not Applicable Bonds If applicable) Not Applicable Staff Report If applicable Not Applicable Commission, Board or Committee Report (if applicable) Not Applicable Find in s/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial Not Applicable EXPLANATION FOR MISSING ATTACHMENTS REVIEWED RETURNED FORWARDED Administrative Staff Assistant City Administrator Initial City Administrator Initial City Clerk EXPLANATION FOR RETURN OF ITEM: Space . Only) RCA Author: jl Council/Agency Meeting Held: Deferred/Continued to: Approved ❑ Conditionally Approved 0 Denied Depay Ci ��rlOSign re Council Meeting Date: 09/07/04 Department Number: CSO4-027 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS ' SUBMITTED BY: MAYOR CATHY GREEN and COUNCIL MEMBER GIL COERP, , Liaisons to the Children's Needs Task Force PREPARED BY: JIM B. ENGLE, Director, Community Servi SUBJECT: APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO THE CHILD N'S NEEDS TASK FORCE Statement of Issue,Funding Source,Recommended Action,Alternative Action(s),Analysis,Environmental Status,Attachments) Statement of Issue: There are. six adult vacancies and four student vacancies on the Children's Needs Task Force. Funding Source: Not applicable Recomm9nded Action: Motions to: 1. Approve the reappointments of Ian Collins, Patricia Guidotti, Phyllis Lembke, and Catherine McGough to the Children's Needs Task Force for a term of September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2008; 2. Approve the appointments of Adam Buttons and Rebecca Keene to the Children's Needs Task Force for a term of September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2008; 3. Approve the appointment of student Katherine Do to the Children's Needs Task Force for a term of September 1, 2004 to April 30, 2005; and 4. Approve the reappointment of student Travis Holler for a term of September 1, 2004 to April 30, 2005. Alternative Action(s): Do not make appointments/reappointments to the Children's Needs Task Force at this time. Analysis: There are currently six (6) adults and two (2) students applying for reappointment or appointment to the Children's Needs Task Force due to the expired terms of Ian Collins, Patricia Guidotti, Phyllis Lembke, Catherine McGough, and Jolene Miller, and the resignation of Frank Berry. Student representative Travis Holler is seeking reappointment, and Katherine Do is applying for a student vacancy created by Veronica Gomez. The vacancies were posted at City Hall and the libraries. A press release was also published in local newspapers. A flyer and application were sent to all middle and high schools in the 04-027 Appts to CNTF -- 81231200410:50 AM R�QUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTON MEETING DATE: 09/07/04 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: CSO4-027 Huntington Beach and Ocean View School Districts, as well as private schools for grades six through twelve. As more applications are received, staff will try to fill the other two student vacances on the task force. The proposed candidates were reviewed by the Council liaisons and their qualifications were deemed suitable for the Children's Needs Task Force. Each candidate demonstrates a committed interest in the welfare of children: 1. Adam Buttons wishes to make a difference in Huntington Beach by serving his community. He believes that it is important to set an example for young people and to give back to the community. 2. Ian Collins possesses 31 years of school administration experience and has a sincere desire to meet the needs of children in Huntington Beach. 3. Katherine Do sets a positive example for her peers and believes that children are the future. She recognizes the importance of giving children a stable environment and a voice. 4. Patricia Guidotti has served the Huntington Beach community for 17 years and believes in helping today's young people become productive citizens who will give back to their community. 5. Travis Holler is a student who gives 110% in all of his endeavors. He believes that his involvement with many different youth programs allows him to be very attentive to the needs of the youth of Huntington Beach. 6. Rebecca Keene brings 17 years of experience as an elementary educator and is passionate about the needs and rights of children and their families. 7. Phyllis Lembke brings to the task force 30 years of experience as an adult educator and 20 years of early-childhood education experience. She wishes to continue in the work that she began with CNTF in 2000. 8. Catherine McGough was appointed in 2000 and brings to her volunteer service 30 years in high-school teaching and administration, and 17 years in adult education. Staff concurs with the recommendations of the Council liaisons. Attachment(s): I City Clerk's Page Number No. Description 1. 1 Children's Needs Task Force Roster G:\RCA\2004\04-027 Aoots to CNTF.doc -2- 8/23/200410:50 AM ATTACHMENT # 1 • s hildren' Needs Task Prce C 2004/2005 Adam Buttons * Tanya Hoxsie (Term 9/04—4/05) (Term 11/03 — 8/07) 1st Term 1st Term Shirley A. Carey Carol Kanode (Term 11/03 — 8/07) (Term 11/03 — 8/07) 1st Term 2"d Term Jackie Cherewick Rebecca Keene (Term 11/03 — 8/07) (Term 9/04—4/05) 1st Term 1st Term Ian Collins — Chair * Phyllis Lembke (Term 9/04—4/05) (Term 9/04—8/08) 2"d Term 2"d Term Katherine Do — Student Rep * Diane Lenning (Term 9/04—4/05) (Term 11/03 — 8/07) 1st Term 1st Term Pat Guidotti Cathy McGough —Vice Chair (Term Te 9/'04—4/05) (Term 9/04—8/08) 2" Term Travis Holler— Student Rep * Gary Rutherford (Term Te 9/'04—4/05) (Term 3/01 — 3/05) Ist Term * Pending Council approval G:\Laudenback\Children's Needs\1 CNTF 2004\PHONE LIST\RCA CNTF Rep List.doc Revised 08/16/04 • • RCA ROUTING SHEET INITIATING DEPARTMENT: Community Services SUBJECT: APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO THE CHILDREN'S NEEDS TASK FORCE COUNCIL MEETING DATE: Se tember 7, 2004 RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS Ordinance (w/exhibits &legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable Resolution (wlexhibits& legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable Tract,Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Not Applicable Contract/Agreement (w/exhibits if applicable) (Signed in'full by the City Attome Not Applicable Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc. (Approved as to form by City Attorney) Not Applicable Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attorney) Not-Applicable Financial Impact Statement Unbudget, over$5,000) Not Applicable Bonds if livable) Not Applicable Staff Report (If applicable) Not Applicable Commission, Board or Committee Report(if applicable) Not Applicable , Findings/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial Not Applicable EXPLANATION FOR MISSING ATTACHMENTS REVIEWED RETURNED FO"f DED Administrative Staff ( ) Assistant City Administrator(Initial) 911/ City Administrator Initial City Clerk- EXPLANATION FOR RETURN OF ITEM: (Below • Only) RCA Author: jI