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Home My WebLink AboutApprove Recommendations by Council Liaisons Lyn Semeta and E City of Huntington Beach File #: 19-813 MEETING DATE: 8/5/2019 REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members SUBMITTED BY: Dave Kiff, Interim City Manager PREPARED BY: Michele Warren, Director of Human Resources Subject: Approve recommendations by Council Liaisons Lyn Semeta and Erik Peterson to appoint George Rivera, Robert Binam, and Robert Wentzel to the Personnel Commission Statement of Issue: Mayor Erik Peterson and Mayor Pro-Tempore Lyn Semeta, Council Liaisons to the Personnel Commission, recommend the appointment of George Rivera, Robert Binam, and Robert Wentzel for the term effective July 1 , 2019, through June 30, 2021 . Financial Impact: Not Applicable Recommended Action: Approve the appointment of George Rivera, Robert Binam, and Robert Wentzel with terms effective July 1 , 2019, through June 30, 2021. as recommended by the Council Liaisons to the Personnel Commission. Alternative Action(s): Refer the matter to the Council Liaisons for selection of other candidates to fill the vacancies. Analysis: The terms of Personnel Commissioners Katherine Elford and Phylis Lane ended as of June 30, 2019; a third vacancy is due to a resignation in 2018. Appropriate posting of the vacancies were conducted, as well as a press release in the local newspaper. Ten (10) applications were received for consideration. City Council Liaisons Semeta and Peterson are recommending the appointment of George Rivera, Robert Binam, and Robert Wentzel. 1. George Rivera - Security & Emergency Planning Specialist with experience in customer- driven government services, including specialized field experience in emergency management. He has served on the Public Works Commission and Personnel Commission. His education includes two years of graduate studies in Public Administration, a B.S. degree in City of Huntington Beach Page 1 of 2 Printed on 8/1/2019 powered by LegistarTI File #: 19-813 MEETING DATE: 8/5/2019 Legal Studies, A.S. degree in Law Enforcement, and a certificate in Risk Management. 2. Robert Binam - General Counsel for large corporations with experience in corporate transactional matters, including; real estate, mergers & acquisitions, employment/labor law, construction defect, contracts, civil litigation, mediation, arbitration and trial. His education includes a B.A. from USC and a Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School. 3. Robert Wentzel - Retired labor relations professional with expertise in contract negotiations, grievance hearings, job descriptions, workers compensation and organizational analysis. Served on the HB General Plan Advisory Committee. His education includes a M.A. in Industrial Relations and a B.A. in Psychology. Environmental Status: N/A Strategic Plan Goal: Enhance and maintain high quality City services Attachment(s): 1. Updated Personnel Commission Terms Roster 2. George Rivera Personnel Commission Application 3. Robert Binam Personnel Commission Application 4. Robert Wentzel Personnel Commission Application City of Huntington Beach Page 2 of 2 Printed on 8/1/2019 powered by Legistar— CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH PERSONNEL COMMISSION TERMS DAVID ELLIS WILLIAM BLAIR Term One: 07/01/18 — 06/30/20 Term One: 07/01/18 — 06/30/20 (Appointed 09104118 (Appointed 09104118 Semeta/Posey) Semeta/Posey) GEORGE RIVERA ROBERT.BINAM - Term One: 07/01/19 — 06/30/21' Term One 07/01/19 - 06/30/21 (Appointed 08/05/19 (A`ppo nted 08105119 Semeta/Peterson) Semeta/Peterson) 1 ROBERT WENTZEL s Term One- 07/01/19 — 06/30/21` w (Appointed 08/05/19 Semeta/Peterson)'; Revised 07/18/19 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO A CITIZEN COMMISSION, BOARD, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE (Please type or print clearly) IMPORTANT NOTICE: Before applying,you need to know the following: ='r All Council appointed commission, board, and committee members are required bi-annually to take harassment training and two hours of ethics training. r You are applying for a public position. As such, the information provided in your application is a public record and cannot be kept confidential. This application should be returned to the City Council Offices,P.O.Box 190,Huntington Beach,CA 92648 or In person to the 41h Floor of City Hall,2000 Main Street(at Yorktown). NAME Rivera, George DATE 06-19-2019 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD,COMMISSION,COMMITTEE,OR TASK FORCE Personnel Comm.or Planning Comm. LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 2_ OCCUPATION Disaster Survivor Assistance Specialist UNITED STATES CITIZEN? Yes CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? No IF SO,WHICH ONE? HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: Huntington Beach,CA 92646 PHONE CELL PHONE CELL E-MAIL ®� FAX EMAIL � FAX EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND California State University Long Beach:Completed two years of graduate studies in Public Adminstration University of La Verne:Bachelors of Science Degree in Legal Studies Mount San Antonio College:Associates of Science Degree in Law Enforcement Harvard University Kennedy School of Government:Completed the"Leadership in Crisis"curricula,April 2010 PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS American Society of Industrial Security(ASIS)and California Emergency Services Association(CESA) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE I have over twenty-five years experience in customer-driven government services,including twenty years of specialized field experience in emergency management.My emergency management experience includes both the Los Angeles County and Orange County Emergency Operations Center(EOC(during slate and federally declared disasters.In addition,served in the Joint Operations Center(JOC)at the California Army National Guard Headgaarlers in Sacnsmanto,California.In November 2018,1 was deployed by FEfAA to Hurricane Michael Disaster Area in the panhandle of Florida as an assistant to the Task Force Leader. 3 SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS 1n the Fall of 2018,1 completed a college course in"Blueprint Reading&Drafting"at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa,CA. White working for the City of Carson,I served as staff support for the Public Safety Committee, CIVIC AND/OR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS I previously served on the City of Huntington Beach Public works Commission from 2006 to 2010,where I held the position of chair and vice-chair. I also served several years on the City of Huntington Beach Personnel Commission and held the position of vice-chair.Moreover, I also served on the Board of Directors of the Huntington Harbor Yacht Club and past president of the Deane Gardenhome Association(HOA). CIVIC INTERESTS My civic interests includes public safety,community economic development,and the city's infrastructure.The goal is to build a stronger and more resilient city for future generations. HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY? I believe that my qualifications will best serve the needs of the community by being impartial,truthful,and unbiased in my dealings as a commissioner.More importantly,I recognize that I serve at the will of the city council and the residents of the City of Huntington Beach. WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? I am blessed that after serving over twenty-five years in government service both as a civilian and the military that I lived in a such a wonderful coastal community.For this reasons,I believe in giving something back to the community by volunteering on a Citizen's body. It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to the citizen commissions, boards, and committees, based on the needs of the city, as well as the interests and qualifications of each applicant. Selection will be made without discrimination based on the race,creed,gender,or sexual orientation of the applicant. Additional information concerning a particular commission, board, committee, or task force or the application process is available through the staff support department identified above. General questions can be directed to Cathy Fikes,(714)536-5553. This application should be returned to the gfty Council Offices, P.O.. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 441"floor of City Hall 2009 Main Street tat Yorktown). 4 (Revised 10/1312010 2:04:00 PM) APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO A CITIZEN COMMISSION, BOARD, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE (Please type or print clearly) IMPORTANT NOTICE, Before applying, you need to know the following: x� All Council appointed commission, board, and committee members are required hi-annually to take harassment training and two hours of ethics training. You are applying for a public position. As such, the information provided in your application is a public record and cannot be kept confidential. This application should be returned to the City Council Offices, P.O. Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 4t" Floor of City Halt, 2000 Main Street(at Yorktown), NAME gtnarn Robert M. DATE 7/8/19 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE Personnel Commission LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 6 yrs OCCUPATION Attorney UNITED STATES CITIZEN? Yes CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? No IF SO, WHICH ONE? n/a HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: Huntington Beach, CA 92646 PHONE CELL Same PHONE CELL E-MAIL FAX EMAIL FAX EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND University of Southern California - 1992 BA Loyola Law School - 1995 Juris doctor PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS California Bar Association PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CalPortland Company (2013-Present); Senior Vice President and General Counsel for large construction materials corporation founded in 1891 with operations on West Coast, NV, AZ and Canada Robertson's Ready Mix(2003-2012);General Counsel for ready mix concrete manufacturer and supplier in Southern California ATI Systems International (1999-2003); Corporate Counsel for 3rd largest armored car company in United States 3 SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS My practice has focused on corporate transactional matters, including real estate, Mergers & Acquisitions, employment/ labor law, construction defect, and contracts; also civil litigation with experience in mediation, arbitration and trial. CIVIC AND/OR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS None at this time. This is my first effort at civic involvement. CIVIC INTERESTS HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY? believe my overall experience as an attorney, especially in the area of employment/ labor law, can transition well with the responsibilities of a member on the Personnel Commission. I have frequently worked closely in an advisory capacity with Human Resources and senior-level corporate executives. I have handled discrimination claims and gre€vance procedures. WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? I want to be an active participant in the decision-making process of our City to ensure we maintain a solid foundation and a prosperous future. I want to be part of making our City something our residents can be proud of. It is the policy of the City.Council to make appointments to the citizen commissions, boards, and committees, based on the needs of the city, as well as the interests and qualifications of each applicant. Selection will be made without discrimination based on the race, creed, gender, or sexual orientation of the applicant. Additional information concerning a particular commission, board, committee, or task force or the application process is available through the staff support department identified above. General questions can be directed to Cathy Fikes, (714) 536-5553. This application should be returned to the City Council Offices, P.O. Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 4th floor of City Hall, 2000 Main Street Lat Yorktown). 4 (Revised I0/13/2010 2:04:00 PM) APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO A CITIZEN COMMISSION, BOARD, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE (Please type or print clearly) IMPORTANT NOTICE: Before applying, you need to know the following- • All Council appointed commission, board, and committee members are required bi-annually to take harassment training and two hours of ethics training. • You are applying for a public position. As such, the information provided in your application is a public record and cannot be kept confidential. This application should be returned to the City Council Offices, P.O. Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 41h Floor of City Hall,2000 Main Street(at Yorktown). NAME Wentzel Robert K DATE 6/17/19 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE,OR TASK FORCE Personnel Commission LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 28 Year OCCUPATION Retired UNITED STATES CITIZEN? YES CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? NO i IF SO, WHICH ONE? HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: N/A i Huntington Beach, California 92646 i PHONE CELL� PHONE CELL E-MAIL FAX EMAIL FAX EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN M.A. Industrial Relations ' University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA B.A. Psychology Golden West College Huntington Beach, CA Photography/Digital Arts (non-degree) Mosinee High School Mosinee, WI General Studies f i PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS i American Society for Personnel Administrators (ASPA) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Lever Bros/Unilever St. Louis, MO Employee Relations Manager I Pirelli/Armstrong Tire Company Des Moines, IA Labor Relations Manager Philip Morris, USA Richmond, VA ERO ReplProduction Sup. Honeywell, International Minneapolis, MN Flexible Benefits Administrator North Central Health Care Facility Wausau, Wl Psych. TeGh/Emergency Intake 3 SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS Labor relations professional,with an advanced degree in the subject and years of experience in the areas of: contract negotiations/grievance hearings,job descriptions (Korn Ferry-Hay) j worker's compensation/in-house medical department and organizational analysis. CIVIC ANDIOR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS Huntington Beach Kiwanis- Immediate Past President (serving the Children of the community) Orange Coast Memorial - Cancer Advisory Council (fundraising & community outreach) AltaMed -Huntington Beach Community Clinic (HBCC) f CIVIC INTERESTS Huntington Beach - General Plan Advisory Committee (city council appointee) j Huntington Beach Police And Community Foundation (founding member) Robert J Meyer Leadership Academy (class of 2015-16) HBCC/AltaMed - Duck-A-Thon (Wine & Food Tasting/Co-Chair) (fundraiser& outreach/4 yrs.) Children's Bureau of Orange County (executive planning committee/28 yrs.) I Susan G. Komen - 'Race for the Cure' (hydration co-manager/14 yrs.) I r. All American Football (JAAF) )HeadCoach - HE3 Dolphins HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE-THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY? i I i My experience in managing all aspects of the personnel function: contract negotiations, pensions, grievances/arbitration, staffing/recruiting/succession planning, workers compensation, etc. at Fortune 50 corporations will be a valuable resource for the Huntington Beach City Council, staff and residents as they develop strategic policies regarding workforce development and needs analysis to serve the residents. k WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? I believe there needs to be a balance between the needs of the employees and the residents of Huntington Beach. That balance is what maintains our quality of life. I believe that my appointment to the Personnel Commission, as I serve at the pleasure of the City Council, will achieve that goal. Together we can'Make Huntington Beach Great Again'. It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to the citizen commissions, boards, and committees, based on the needs of the city, as well as the interests and qualifications of each applicant. Selection will be made without discrimination based on the race, creed,gender, or sexual orientation of the applicant. Additional information concerning a particular commission, board, committee, or task force or the application process is available through the staff support department identified above. General questions can be directed l to Cathy Fikes, (714) 636-5653. This application should be returned to the City Council offices, P.O. Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 4th floor of City Hail,2000 Main Street(at Yorktown). 1 i 4 (Revised 10/13/2010 2:04:00 PM) Mr.Amory Hanson 8102 Ellis Avenue Apartment 121 Huntington Beach CA 92646 • August 5,2019 The Honorable Erik H.Peterson Mayor of Huntington Beach 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach CA 92648 Dear Mister Mayor: I am writing in support of Item XVIC,the appointment of Mr.Robert Wentzel to the Huntington Beach Personnel Commission. I first met Mr.Wentzel at a debate I participated in as a candidate for Huntington Beach City Council at the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks' 1959th Lodge,7711 Talbert Avenue.When Mr.Wentzel was the Chairman of the Kiwanis Club of Huntington Beach,he also served as the host of a debate I participated in at the Meadowlark Golf Club, 16782 Graham Street.We have remained acquainted and frequently see each other at the Meetings of the Huntington Beach City Council. As a Boardman,I firmly believe Mr.Wentzel is fully capable of serving as a commissioner.Mr.Wentzel has taken it upon himself to inform himself about local politics,something I greatly admire. Mr.Wentzel's status as the Chairman Emeritus of a local social club and his regular attendance at meetings of the Huntington Beach City Council and meetings of Huntington Beach's deliberative assemblies have allowed him to understand the needs of Huntington Beach's residents.In addition,he will bring great knowledge and a new perspective to the Personnel Commission given his background in Labor Relations.My only regret in supporting Mr.Wentzel's appointment is that I will not be able to see him in action as a Commissioner,given that the Huntington Beach Historic Resources Board,on which I serve,and the Huntington Beach Personnel Commission,both meet on the third Wednesday of each month at exactly five O'Clock. Once Again,I urge the Huntington Beach City Council to support Item XVIC, Mr.Wentzel's appointment to the Huntington Beach Personnel Commission. Sincerely Yours, Mr.Amory Hanson CC:The Honorable Lyn Rossi Semeta CC:The Honorable Patrick Brenden CC:The Honorable Kimberly Ballenger Carr SUPPLEMENTAL CC:The Honorable Barbara Delgleize fka CC:The Honorable Jill Hardy COMMUNICATION CC:The Honorable Michael Posey A�11 ls- f/q . fIQ Date: O / / Agenda Item No. l!o /°I- vs Estanislau, Robin rom: Amory Hanson <amory.hanson2016@g mail.com> ent: Sunday, August 04, 2019 6:09 PM To: Estanislau, Robin Subject: Supplemental Communication to Attachments: Letterhead (1).pdf Dear Madam Clerk: I am enclosing a Supplemental Communication regarding Item XVIC(16C),the appointment of Mr.Robert Wentzel to the Huntington Beach Personnel Commission. Please insure this supplemental communication is forwarded to the Mayor of Huntington Beach and the members of the Huntington Beach City Council.Please also insure that this supplemental communication is part of the record for the Huntington Beach City Council's Meeting on August 5,2019. Sincerely Yours, Mr.Amory Hanson • 1