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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApprove the appointments of Bud Benneman, Kevin Fockler, Kat %EIS City of Huntington Beach , File #: 19-972 MEETING DATE: 10/21/2019 REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager PREPARED BY: Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development Subject: Approve the appointments of Bud Benneman, Kevin Fockler, Kathleen McGowan, Joan Siegal, Corvi Urling to the Environmental Board and the reappointment of Tony Soriano to the Environmental Board as recommended by City Council Liaisons, Councilmembers Barbara Delgleize and Jill Hardy Statement of Issue: There are currently six vacant positions on the Environmental Board. After review of submitted applications, Bud Benneman, Kevin Fockler, Kathleen McGowan, Joan Siegal, and Corvi Urling are being transmitted for consideration for appointment to the Environmental Board. In addition to the approval of five new Environmental Board members, one previous Environmental Board member requested reappointment. Financial Impact: Not applicable. Recommended Action: A) Approve the appointments of Bud Bennemen, Kevin Fockler, Kathleen McGowan, Joan Siegal, and Corvi Urling to the Environmental Board as approved by City Council Liaisons, Councilmembers Barbara Delgleize and Jill Hardy, their terms to expire June 30, 2023; and, B) Re-appoint Tony Soriano, his term to expire June 30, 2023. Alternative Action(s): Do not approve the appointments and direct staff how to proceed. Analysis: Six vacancies currently exist on the Environmental Board. These vacancies were a result of Board Members terms expiring on June 30, 2019. Staff reviewed all of the applications with the City Council Liaisons and their selections are reflected in this item. City of Huntington Beach Page 1 of 2 Printed on 10/16/2019 Powe.e:4k Leg star" File #: 19-972 MEETING DATE: 10/21/2019 Environmental Status: Not applicable. Strategic Plan Goal: Non-Applicable - Administrative Item Attachment(s): 1. Bud Benneman Application 2. Kevin Fockler Application 3. Kathleen McGowan Application 4. Joan Siegal Application 5. Corvi Urling Application 6. Tony Soriano Request for Reappointment City of Huntington Beach Page 2 of 2 Printed on 10/16/2019 powerec4z?Legistar— 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 bl-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 apolicatloh 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 Benneman Bud J DATE 8/15/2019 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE Environmental Board LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 10 years OCCUPATION Professor Of Geology and Environmental Science UNITED STATES CITIZEN? yes CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? None IF SO,WHICH ONE? HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: PHONE CELL PHONE CELL E-MAIL FAX EMAIL ►AX EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND B.S. Geology B.S. Environmental Science B.S. Economics Masters Engineering/Hydrology. Thesis: Ground Water Flaw Across Fractures and Contaminant Transport PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS Served as a member of the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Environmental Sustainability Committee. 1 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE I Worked in the mining industry Shire Gypsum on remediation of toxic waste and ground water contamination College Professor at Golden West College from 2010 to current I i 3 43 SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA)Implantation of policy and standards, compliance. Undergraduate research with an environmental impact statement for a coastal resort near Cabo San Lucas Baja California, Sur. CIVIC AND/OR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS Advisor for several Golden West Clubs such at the Environmental Club, Surf Club and Science Club. CIVIC INTERESTS Beach environments, sustainability of beaches, urban runoff, urban sprawl, high density developments, traffic, and alternative transportation. HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY? I have worked in industry and academics. I understand the need for industry and business.At the same time I undrestand environmental issues and the need to work together for the benefit of industry and concerns for the environment. While working in the mining industry I was able to bridge the gap between environmental concerns and the need for mining, WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? To become involved in the city where I live and to tie Golden West College(GWC)with its student body to environmental issues facing our beach community. Serve as a mentor for my GWC students and seek greater stewardship and have a vested interest in issues facing this city. 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)536-6553. This application should be returned to the City Council Offices, P.O. Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 4�"floor of C Ut Hail 2t200 Main Street jot Yorktown 4 (Revised 10/13/2010 2:04:00 PM) 44 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.0. Box 190, Huntington Beach,CA 92648 or in person to the 4r'Floor of City Hall,2000 Main Street(at Yorktown). NAME Fockler Kevin C DATE 02/11/2019 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD,COMMISSION,COMMITTEE,OR TASK FORCE Environmental Board-Secretary LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 30+yrs OCCUPATION Retired Businessman, Teacher, Nan Profit Boards. UNITED STATES CITIZEN? yes CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? .NO i IF SO,WHICH ONE? j HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: i i PHONE CELL PHONE CELL E-MAIL FAX EMAIL FAX ! EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND OCC-AA Degree (1977) History, Minor Human Resource Mangement CSULB- Teaching Credential 1982 i BaxterIntl' Financial gmt Certified I PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS National Education Association Surfrider nt., HSS Chapfe-r-Education Chair Open HeaFFs for Purple Hearts HBUHSD STEAM Foundation PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Business: 13 years with Baxter IntiNWR Corp., Industrial Division. Sales, Marketing, Region Mgmt 2+Years Anderson-Unicorn, V P. of Supplier Management. 9 Years as an Educator at Tal5ert Middle School in HIT While at Baxter, our division was responsible for all labsupplies, chemicals, and bulkc emica s sold into the Environmental LabIndustry, HealthEare, Bio-Chemical, Pharma, University & Semicor 45 ,YCVINL RIVVYYLCULXr_UK bRILLb i degree of knowledge in the waste management arena, water testing and environmental arrestment df ocean pollution an e r s. CIVIC AND/OR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS HBUHSD-STEAM Board-Treasurer; Surfrider Foundation Education Chair Elks Lodge 7, Open Hearts for Purple Hearts-Board em er. Helping disabled vets CIVIC INTERESTS Helping Disabled Veterans Helping the Romeless (Currently working with the HB Homeless Coalition Task Force) Working with the High School Youth on STEAM careers Running for City Council I I Working with Surfrider as an active Beach Defender and promoting Surfrider to all High Schools and middle schools "n the HB/Seal Beach areas and aastward. i . i i HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY? i As an someone who understands the balancing act between progress, environmental protection, and well intended laws, I feel my career of serving the community-at-large will help me give the City Council the fairest and best recommendati5—n—spossible based on the needs o the whole community and the projects total impact on-the citizens.of Huntington Beach. WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? i . j left private in ustry to become a teacher and to serve the community in which ive, and it is my desire to increase my responsibility so I can help Huntington Beach maintain its reputation as Surf City, USA, and to help make it the best beach community in California. I 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. i This application should be returned to the CLity Council Offices, P.O, Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 4'h floor of Gity Hail.2000 Main Street tgt Yorktown). i 46 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 McGowan Kathleen C DATE 12/14/2018 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE Environmental Board LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 6 Vrs OCCUPATION Environmental Consultant UNITED STATES CITIZEN? Yes CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? No IF SO, WHICH ONE? HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: amp PHONE CELL PHONE CELL E-MAIL FAX EMAIL FAX EDUCATIONAL-BA7CKGROURD ow B.S., Chemical Engineering, The Johns Hopkins University M.S., Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS Registered Professional Engineer in Chemical Engineering, CA License No. CH 4989 California Stormwater Quality Association, subcommittee on Watershed Mgmt. & Impaired Waters American Institute of Chemical Engineers, member (currently working toward certification as an Envision Sustainability Professional) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE My environmental consulting experience spans 30 years of work in watershed protection and industrial and hazardous waste management. My current consulting practice is focused on stormwater/urban runoff management and watershed protection for municipal clients in LA County. I have taught environmental technology courses at the college level, and also served as Education Director and Executive Director of a non-profit land conservancy. 3 47 SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS Effective writing, grant writing, technical and regulatory testimony and analysis. Familiar with coastal sage scrub habitat/plant communities in the area. Experience reviewing CEQA EIRs, mitigated negative declarations, etc. CIVIC AND/OR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS Previously served as appointed citizen on the Palos Verdes Landfill Advisory Committee (2 years) Previously served as adult leader and merit badge counselor in Boy Scouts of America (5 years) CIVIC INTERESTS I am interested in sustainable infrastructure and development and supporting local government leadership in this area. HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY? If I am selected to serve on the Environmental Board, I will strive to work with my colleagues to find effective, evidence-based solutions to the challenges posed to us by the City Council. I will apply my technical and regulatory expertise to provide effective analysis on which the Council can rely for decision-making and policy setting. WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? In consulting for small municipalities I have worked closely with city councils and have seen how local government comes closest to the democratic ideals envisioned by our country's founders. By providing my environmental expertise to our local elected officials I hope to help them develop effective, technically informed environmental policies in the best interests of our community. 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 C!Hall, 2000 Main Street fAt Yorktown). 4 (Revised 10/13/2010 2:gpo 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 92646 or in person to the Ott' Floor of City Hall,2000 Main Street(at Yorktown). NAME Siegal Joan P DATE 4/25/2019 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE Environmental Board LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 22=5 OCCUPATION Environmental Remediation Project Manager UNITED STATES CITIZEN? Yes CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? No IF SO,WHICH ONE? HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: PHONE CELL " PHONE CELL E-MAIL X EMAIL FAX EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND j MS, Environmental Engineering, University of Southern California, 1980 MS, Marine Biology, University of Southern California, 1980 BS, Geology, State University of New York, 1975 PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS PMP- Project Management Professional 1 i PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Senior Project Manager for cleanup of hazardous waste sites over the past 30 years at DoD installations in California,Hawaii,and Nevada. Conducted remedial investigations and prepared feasibility studies,proposed plans,and RODS for sites contaminated with fuels,solvents,and lead. Managed the cleanup of large fuel and solvent plumes. Investigated and prepared decision documents for a chemical warfare materiel sites. Investigated contamination emanating from closed landfills and prepared closure documents. Consultant for Orange County Water District on skeet and rifle range located on their property and for Investigation of groundwater contaminant plume. 3 49 SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS Environmental engineering,hazardous wastes,CERCLA process,project and program management,interaction with regulators. CIVIC AND/OR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS Huntington Beach Lions Club American Corporate Partners(Assist veterans) i i CIVIC INTERESTS j I was a member of the Environmental Board in the early 1990's, but have not served on a city board since. I have been active in the Huntington Beach Lions Club, chairing the Student Speakers contest and Ronald MacDonald House dinners, and have participated in numerous Crabfests and pancake breakfasts. I I am also a mentor for American Corporate Partners,and have assisted veterans over the past three years transition to civilian careers by one-on-one coaching. My interest for Huntington Beach is to make sure we maintain clean water and beaches, and preserve our wetlands and natural spaces. r HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE THE NEEDS,OF THE COMMUNITY? As a longtime resident of Huntington Beach and an environmental engineering professional, I believe I am well qualified to assist the city on making sound decisions on issues impacting the health and welfare of i i its residents and the surrounding environment. Much of my career has been spent helping the Department of Defense negotiate win-win solutions to complex environmental problems, coming from a position of pragmatism, not activism. WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? I am nearing retirement,plan to stay in Huntington Beach,and would like to use my professional skills to support my community. Also,I_would like to help maintain Huntington Beach as the wonderful place to live it currently Is, including making sure we project our natural spaces and marine environment, conserve water,and make sound decisions on future construction projects. 1 I would also enjoy interacting with like-minded fellow board members for the betterment of our community. 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 i 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)636-5653. This application should be returned to the qLty Council Offices, P.O. Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 or in person to the 4th floor of City Hall, 2000 Main Street tat Yorktown). i 4 (Revised 10/13/2010 2:04:00 PM) 50 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 4th Floor of City Hall, 2000 Main Street(at Yorktown). NAME URLING CORVI J DATE MAY 20, 20119 Last First Middle Initial NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE, OR TASK FORCE ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD LENGTH OF RESIDENCY 5yrs(7/2019) OCCUPATION MORTGAGE BANKER UNITED STATES CITIZEN? YES CURRENTLY SERVING ON A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? YES IF SO,WHICH ONE?INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD, CERT BOD, CHAMBER AMBASSADOR, OCR CHAIR HOME ADDRESS: BUSINESS ADDRESS: PHONE CELL PHONE CELL E-MAIL FAX EMAIL FAX EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND CALIF STATE UNIV NORTHRIDGE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE MORTGAGE BANKERS ASSOC OF AMERICA PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS NATIONAL MORTGAGE LENDING LICENSE #163870 - LICENSED IN CA, WA & OR CALIFORNIA DEPT OF REAL ESTATE #01157396 CERTIFICATE OF PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 25 YEARS IN MORTGAGE LENDING, REAL ESTATE AND FINANCE 3 51 SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS PERSONAL FINANCE, COMPUTING, SALES, MARKETING, TEAM BUILDING, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CIVIC AND/OR SERVICE MEMBERSHIPS ROBERT MAYER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, GRADUATE 2019 ORANGE COUNTY REALTORS LEADERSHIP, GRADUATE 2019 CALIFORNIA MORTGAGE BANKERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA FUTURE LEADERS, CADET 2019 CIVIC INTERESTS HUNTINGTON BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT CERT PROGRAM MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER, SENIOR CENTER AT CENTRAL PARK HUNTING BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, AMBASSADOR HOMES FOR HUMANITY OC, COLLEGE BOUND COMMITTEE PACIFIC AIRSHOW TEAM LEAD VOLUNTEER HOW WILL YOUR QUALIFICATIONS BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY? I BELIEVE MY EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE EVENTS AND COMMITTEES THAT I HAVE BEEN A PART OF IN THE PAST GIVES ME UNIQUE INSIGHT AS TO MOST EFFICIENTLY MANAGE THE TASKS INVOLVED WITH EACH APRTICULAR SITUATION WHY DO YOU WISH TO SERVE ON A VOLUNTEER CITIZEN'S BODY? I BELIEVE IT IS MY DUTY TO GICVE BACK AND TO DO MY BEST TO LEAVE THINGS BETTER OFF THAN I FOUND THEM TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS REQUIRED 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 at Yorktown). 4 (Revised 10/13/2010 2:¢J:00 PM) TM 1 Orange County F M Chapter International Facility Management Association May 7, 2019 To:Tess Nguyen Associate Planner Department of Community Development City of Huntington Beach Hi Tess, and congratulations for becoming the new liaison for the City of HB Environmental Board. In a "term-limit verification" meeting—which, I had with Councilwomen Jill Harding and Barbara Delgleize on Monday, April 29th at City Hall along with Mark Sheldon (Chairman of the Environmental Board), I would like to be considered and continue my volunteer time remaining on the Environmental Board. As an environmentalist and leader with the Surfrider Foundation along with my 28 years with "Sustainable in the Build Environment" with IFMA, I'd like to continue serving on the Environmental Board to help the City of Huntington Beach with environmental awareness with shared ideas for the City and our community. (Since you don't know much about me; I've attached some videos, to this email, showing the work that my organization has done behind the scenes to help Huntington Beach for your knowledge and review) Please consider my request. Thank you. Yours truly, Tony Soriano Past President of IFMA Orange County Director at Large Chapter Manager, and Immediate Past Chairman for the Surfrider Foundation 53 i Mr.Amory Hanson - 8102 Ellis Avenue Apartment 121 - Huntington Bach CA 92646 October 21,2019 I 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 the appointment of Professor K.C.Fackler to the Huntington Beach Environmental Board,as recommended by Councilwomen Delgleize and Hardy. I first met Professor Fackler at the candidate debate hosted by Mr.Daly at the Old World Village.Though Professor Fackler was my opponent,he is someone I greatly respect,as I do all my opponents. As a schoolmaster at Samuel Talbert Middle School,Professor Fackler committed himself to educating our future generations.As we look to ensure the safety of our planet, An integral part of the Huntington Beach Environmental Board's mission will be to educate future generations about environmental issues.We must remember that the environment will be here long after our departures. Professor Fackler's record of support for en-vironmentalism also includes his recent work with the Surfrider foundation.Working with societies is an important part of any boardman's duties. Once again,I urge an affirmative vote in support of the appointment of Professor Focklerto the Huntington Beach Environmental Board. Sincerely Yours, Mr.Amory Hanson i Mr.Amory Hanson 8102 Ellis Avenue Apartment 121 Huntington Beach CA 92646 II CC:The Honorable Lyn Rossi Semeta CC:The Honorable Patrick Brenden CC:The Honorable Kimberly Ballenger Carr CC:The Honorable Barbara Delgleize CC:The Honorable Jill Hardy CC:The Honorable Michael Posey Se IPP p®fig /aE/�TAL AL @�1®'61ATION Aug Date:__ Agenda IMm No.,•