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Home My WebLink AboutFilling an Unscheduled Vacancy on the City Council �.G�EU/�-L /�G�7lnJ� W�oG6fS jZ pF iq�ftvu�.iJG iQ C�A.ald.d9rE 70 777E ✓�CJ}T6.b U T'/ CO c..JUL City of Huntington Beach 4,40"go (PE�QSo.0 -�tlo� File #: 21-544 MEETING DATE: 7/19/2021 REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager PREPARED BY: Travis K. Hopkins, Assistant City Manager Subject: Filling an unscheduled vacancy on the City Council Statement of Issue: On June 1 , 2021 . Mayor Pro Tem Jacob 'Tito" Ortiz abandoned and resigned his City Council seat. Pursuant to Section 312 of the Huntington Beach Charter, unscheduled vacancies on the City Council are to be filled by an appointment of the City Council within 60 days Further, the Charter stipulates that if the City Council fails to fill the vacancy within that specified timeframe, a special election must then be held to fill the vacated role. Financial Impact: There is no fiscal impact associated with appointing a candidate to fill the current vacant City Council seat However, if the City Council fails to reach consensus on an individual to appoint to the abandoned City Council seat, the subsequent Special Election will cost an estimated $885K - $1 M. Recommended Action: Select a candidate for appointment to the vacated City Council seat. Alternative Action(s): Provide direction to hold a Special Election to fill the vacant City Council seat Analysis: A Special Meeting of the City Council was held on June 10, 2021 to consider the vacancy. at which time the City Council directed that an appointment process be coordinated to include an application period, introductory interviews with eligible applicants, and a final deliberation to identify an individual to fill the vacant City Council seat. Pursuant to that direction, applications were accepted from June 11, 2021 , through June 18, 2021 Subsequently, a Special City Council Meeting was held on July 9 - 10, 2021 , for the introductory candidate interviews. During the overall assessment process, applications received were as follows: City of Huntington Beach Page I cl 2 Pnnted on 7/14/2021 p wtxi e4 Lepaw- File #: 21-544 MEETING DATE: 7/19/2021 • 190 applications were received prior to the close of the application process on June 18, 2021. • 131 applicants accepted an interview time slot with the City Council on either July 9 - 10, 2021 . • A total of 105 applicants participated in the introductory interviews that were held July 9 - 10, 2021 . On July 10, as part of the Special City Council meeting, the appointment process was further defined to include the following parameters: • A Special City Council meeting would be held on July 19, 2021, at which time the City Council would deliberate and attempt to identify an applicant to fill the vacant City Council seat. • To facilitate the assessment process, each City Council member will be able to initially nominate up to 3 candidates for consideration of appointment to the vacated role. • Once the finalist candidates are identified by the City Council, a process consisting of selection rounds will be engaged in an attempt to identify an individual for appointment to the vacant seat. o During each assessment round, Council Members would identify their top candidate for filling the vacancy. o After each round, the candidate that receives the least amount of support would be removed for consideration during the future rounds. o The assessment process would be continued until one candidate receives support of at least 4 Council Members. o Ultimately, if no candidate received support from a majority of the City Council by the July 30, 2021 deadline, then a special election would then be required. Environmental Status: Not Applicable Strategic Plan Goal: Non Applicable - Administrative Item Attachment(s): 1. July 1011 Special Council Meeting "Filling Our Current City Council Vacancy" Presentation City of Huntington Beach Page 2 of 2 Pnnted on 7/142021 powered t5 L.Ni Wr" Huntington Beach City Council Filling Our Current City Council Vacancy Special City Council Meeting July 10, 2021 I. HUNTINGTON BEACH fi City Council Options Moving Ahead • Pursuant to Charter Section 312, the City Council is required to attempt to fill the current vacancy by appointment —The City Council has until July 31 to appoint an individual to fill the vacant seat • If the City Council is unsuccessful in filling the vacancy by appointment by July 31, a Special Election will have to be called —Based on current election cycles, the Special Election would be held on November 2, 2021 City Council Appointment Process — Next Steps • Continued City Council assessment of candidates —Until the City Council meets next, members can continue their assessment of current candidates • Joint City Council deliberation either at a Special Meeting or at our July 20 meeting —The City Council should decide if we meet next via a Special Meeting, or if we take this issue up at our next regularly scheduled meeting on July 20 • Identification of a candidate selection framework —The City Council should also determine a framework through which the formal selection process will be coordinated for when we meet next a Possible Candidate Selection Framework — Use of Selection Rounds • Staff has been assessing various city council vacancy appointment processes, and there are numerous options that can be considered —In many instances, the process used to make a final selection involves individual council members nominating their preferred candidate, and then attempting to garner support for that selection from council colleagues —This is the process that we have used previously in HB when filling a vacancy on the City Council • However, given the unprecedented number of candidates who have applied to fill the vacancy that currently exists, an alternate selection process exists which staff believes warrants considerations —This alternate process for consideration involves the use of selection rounds to focus and advance the decision making process 9 Round 1 • In the first round, each member of the City Council would identify their top candidate for filling the existing vacancy —In this way, we would narrow the existing pool of candidates from our current listing of 131 final applicants down to no more than 6 finalists 10 Round 2 • In the second round, the City Council would only consider the finalists identified in Round 1, and each City Council member would then select their top candidate from that narrowed listing —After that selection process, the finalist candidate that receives the least amount of support in Round 2 would be dropped from further consideration 6 11 Round 3 • In the third round, only the finalist candidates who are moved forward in Round 2 would be considered by the City Council —Out of this grouping, each City Council member would identify their preferred candidate, and again, the individual who receives the least amount of support would be dropped from further consideration • Additional (or fewer) rounds would be coordinated using this same process, until one candidate receives support from at least 4 members of the City Council —Ultimately, if no candidate receives support from a majority of the City Council by our July 31 deadline, we would then have to coordinate a special election 12 Special Election Details • If the City Council is unable to reach consensus on a candidate to fill our current vacancy by July 31, the City Charter directs that a special election must be coordinated • Under such a scenario, the Special Election would be held on November 2, 2021 —Resolutions calling for the Special Election would have to be adopted no later than August 6, 2021 —The Orange County Registrar of Voters has informed the City that the Special Election would cost Huntington Beach $88SK - $1M B tJ Next Steps • Determine when we would meet next to coordinate the candidate selection process —Our next regularly scheduled meeting is planned for Tuesday, July 20, 2021 —City Council can also call for a Special Meeting • Identify a selection process format for use at that next meeting —Does the City Council want to pursue use of the selection rounds format option, or maintain use of the individual City Council nomination process 9 14 Questions? tGTON BEACH 10 15 Moore, Tania From: Fikes,Cathy Sent: Thursday,July 8, 2021 8:32 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Sammy Jreisat From:Christopher Meyer<cmeyer@smithandseverson.com> Sent:Thursday,July 8, 2021 8:31 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Sammy Jreisat H i, I am writing to give my nod to Sammy Jreisat for City Council. I have lived in hIB since `07 and in OC my entire life. This is my home. Sammy has been a close friend for 13 years. He lives and breathes everything Huntington Beach is. From creating Beach City Sports from the ground up, to being involved in various events downtown, the presence and energy he brings has always been too notch. i As a Huntington resident I would love to have him represent me on the City Council. Thanks, Chris Chris Meyer Project Manager (949)-560-8895 21072 Bake Parkway Suite 106 Lake Forest, CA 92630 cmeverp.sm ithandseverson.com www.smithandseverson.com i i I I t 16 Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Thursday,July 8, 2021 10:04 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Sam jreisat -----Original Message----- From: Logan Martina <loganmartinap2s@yahoo.com> Sent:Thursday,July 8, 2021 8:43 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Sam jreisat I believe Sam Jreisat would make an EXCELLENT city council member I He loves serving the people and is one of the most stand up guys i know. He will help do amazing things for the city 1 Thank you, Logan Martina 1 I 17 Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Thursday, July 8, 2021 10:05 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Sam Jreisat -----Original Message----- From: Heather<heatherjeffers@live.com> Sent:Thursday,July 8, 2021 9:04 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Sam Jreisat Good Evening City Council, I wanted to extend my praise to Sam Jreisat. I believe and assure that he would be a phenomenal additional to City Council. I've known Sam for 10 years, as he made Huntington Beach my home; he brought the opportunity to meet like minded people together through sports and collaborative city wide events. Over holidays when a friend wasn't able to make it home (family in an alternative state),Sammy and his wife, Brooke,opened up their house and hosted them. During the COVID crisis,Sam created mental stability to those whom were single, married, separated, and families by offering different entertainment options like Bingo,or trivia night through the use over ZOOM calls/conferences, to the point he event dressed up and had a themel He is well known in the community and is praised and honored. I can't think of a better individual who eats, sleeps, and breathes what Huntington culture is all about. VOTE SAMMY JI Warmest regards, Heather 951,505.6708 1 18 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 9:14 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Samy Jreisat -----Original Message----- From: Jehan Jreisat<gigi_714@yahoo.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 20211:24 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Samy Jreisat Hello, My name is Gigi and I'm Samy's younger sister. He recently mentioned to me that he has an interview with HB's city council ....I can tell you so many great things about my brother-and maybe a few not so great;) but none of it would be relevant unless you actually knew him. I would rather share a short story with you instead .... Samy and I were both born in California are close in age so naturally we had a lot in common growing up . Ever since we were kids we always dreamed of moving back to California .As we reached our early twenties we both knew it was the right time to head back. I started the journey and Samy followed shortly after. We didn't come with much and at times I thought it was a mistake but Samy was the complete opposite ... he made more friends in one week than I had in one year and he had more job offers than he knew what to do with. People were drawn to him. His honestly and genuine personality naturally attracted people to him. Sports we're always his passion .. especially football...after a visit to the beach in Huntington, he came home and said he had found his future on the sand. He struggled , he worked nonstop, he never rested until he accomplished that goal. His determination and passion are what define him. I envy his perseverance and truly believe there is so much he can contribute if chosen to be part of city council. I hope you can see what an asset he is and know he will bring great things to the table. Thankyou, Gigi t t9 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday, July 9, 2021 9:16 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Wesam Jreisat -----Original Message---- From: Wajdan Sweis<wajdansweis@gmail.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 20218:31 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Wesam Jreisat To whom it may concern, I have known Wesam (affectionately known as Samy 1 to thousands of HB residents) for over 30 years and he is the perfect man for city council. Samy grew up in Chicago and decided to move to the west coast and start a business. (Beach City Sports) He fell in love with Huntington Beach, not only for its beauty but for its people. He has since focused his life on making a safe place for people to come together, build relationships and network with others. —He is excellent at budgeting and allocating funds just as with his company. —He is great at pinpointing problems and addressing them quickly and efficiently. —He is not afraid to make tough decisions with the community's best interest at heart. —He is already helping many people and businesses in the community and generating funds for the city, being on council will only advance that. There is no better person for the city council position than Samy! Thank you for your time, Wajdan I I i 1 20 Moore, Tania i From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 9:16 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Sam Jreisat -----Original Message----- From:Jack<jack_ca_beach@yahoo.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 20218:50 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Sam Jreisat Hello all, I am writing to show my support for Sam Jreisat to fill the open CC seat. Sam is an ambassador for HB and surrounding cities and has his finger on the pulse of the citizens who care and are upstanding members. His reach is vast and he is fair while open to listening. Thank you Jack Mawson I 1 i 21 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday, July 9, 2021 10:50 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Wesam Jreisat From: Ricky Gonzalez<ricky@blackkeymarketing.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 10:48 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Wesam Jreisat Dear City Counsel, I am writing to you as a character reference on behalf of Wesam Jreisat. I moved from New York to Huntington beach in 2019, and instantly fell in love with this amazing city. The first person and friend I met, was Sammy J. Being new, I had a tough time blending into the HB ways, and Sam quickly mentored me to being a better resident and neighbor. He showed me how to be humble and accept that I come from a different place, and If I love this city, then I have to adapt and respect it as well. As an entrepreneur and business owner in HB, I've always looked up to Sam and saw how passionate he is about bringing people together through sports and building his business. So much,that it inspired me to do the same thing! Sam is a leader with a big heart, and that's the type of quality I look for in a public servant. Please give Wesam a chance. He cares about this city so much. I may be new, but he made me a better person and resident that's excited for the future of this city. Kindest regards, Ricardo Gonzalez 1 22 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie j Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 12:08 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Sam -----Original Message----- From:Jimi Dutra <jimidutra@yahoo.com> Sent: Friday, July 9, 2021 11:41 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.counciI@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Sam Sam would be amazing for city Council! I think the beach needs a personality like his Sent from my iPhone I t 23 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 12:47 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Sammy Jreisat For City Council From:John Thomas<jlthomasll@sbcglobal.net> Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 12:46 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Sammy Jreisat For City Council Good afternoon. Sam Jreisat serves as the Director of Operations for Beach City Sports where he fosters his passion for the healing nature of sports that he discovered as a youth.As a teenager. Sam was very overweight until he discovered that participation in sports helped him lose nearly 100 pounds in a one-year period of time. Previously a contractor by trade in the Chicago area, Sam uprooted himself in 2006 and moved to Southern California to enjoy the weather and start a new chapter in his life.After several attempts at launching companies in the financial industry, Sam quickly gravitated to the sports world of Huntington Beach to expand his circle of friends and continue his commitment to a lifetime of fitness and exercise. Sam is committed to the HB community and would be an excellent addition to the city council. Thank you for your time and consideration. John Thomas 1 24 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 1:05 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:WESAM 1REISAT for City Council Member From: Lorenzo Kyritsis<LKyritsis@mypcf.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 202112:49 PM To: CITY COUNCIL«ity.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:WESAM 1REISAT for City Council Member To Whom it may concern, This a mail it to provide you with my upmost honest opinion about Wesam Jreisat and why I believe he should be voted into City Council. As you all may know,Wesam has brought together a large amount of people in many cities due to his line of work that he has an extreme passion for. His main goals have always been to bring people together, create a community of old and new friends and to create a place where people want to spend time together. All of which I believe are major attributes to being a council member. His family oriented business, has created new workplaces, marriages, new friendships and many other positives that any community would be lucky to have. With his phenomenal people skills and passion for bringing people together,and caring for his community, I KNOW he would be a major valuable asset to have a seat at your table. If you need anything further please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Thank you, Lorenzo Kyritsis NMLS 281336 Sales Manager (7141 263-1633 direct (480)452-2820 Mobile (714)939-1531 fax LkyritsisOprimechoicefundine.com wrvw.primechoicefundine.com Apply here: Apply with in Take—a look at my Personal Page: My Paae�e 1 n J an L �i EXECUTIVE sox Pais OFFI , I PrimeChoice" �,j> `_t" FUNDING 1 25 17852 E. 17th St.Suite 107 Tustin,CA 92780 PrimeChoice"� Pr imeChoice FUNDING FUNDING Y b This message is Intended on for the use of the Individual or entity to which it is addressed. This message may contain legally privileged,nonpublic personal information,and/or confidential information. Any unauthorized use,disclosure,reproduction,or distribution Is prohibited.If you are not the Intended recipient, please notify me Immediately and delete/destroy the original and any copies. 1 2 26 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 1:22 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Wesam Jreisat -----Original Message----- From: e k<eddiekhoury@gmail.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 1:13 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city,counciI@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Wesam Jreisat To whom this may concern, Please accept this email as my vote of confidence on behalf of Wesam Jreisat. I understand you are vetting 190 applicants with many backgrounds and skill sets. And although I don't know the other 189 candidates, I do know Wesam (Sam). He's always lived his passion for people. In all his walks of life you will find that Sam has demonstrated and mentored the way for others who seek the same. His current business, Beach City Sports is the perfect example. Sam would be a great contribution to your current council ship. I have more to say and willing to be called upon. My phone number is (442) 286-9872. Please reach out. Thanks, Eddie Khoury 1 27 Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 1:30 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Sam Jesariat for City Council -----Original Message---- From: Erickson Dumaual<hondacbr900_98@yahoo.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 1:24 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Sam Jesariat for City Council Just want to give my full support for this individual looking out for his city. I referee for him and I can see he does so much for the community and for the people that work with him. Erickson Dumaual I t � 28 (til�j l'^?4� From: Michelle Fuga <michelleful;a(dvahoo.com> Sent: Friday,July 9, 2021 3:31:55 PM To:Jun, Catherine<catherine.iun(csurfcity-hb.ore> Subject:Zoom meeting-no one was there Hi Catherine, I waited 30 minutes and no one acknowledged or chatted me. Here is my statement: Good afternoon; i My name is Michelle Fuga,and I am interested in serving on the Huntington Beach City Council About me: I was born in Garden Grove,and have lived in Huntington Beach for most of my life. My father and I both attended Huntington Beach High School. I am a Business person, a mother,and a grandmother. 1 am also a recovered addict,and have overcome homelessness-all right here in Huntington Beach. As "business", "family", "addiction & recovery",and"homelessness"all have relevance in our community, I think I have a unique perspective that represent a positive contribution to the discussion and planning on each of these topics. Qualifications: I have an MBA in Organizational Leadership from Mount St. Mary's University in LA. I have strong Leadership& Communication skills. I have served on the Board of Directors at the Roque Center in Westminster,and I am am a long time volunteer with Working Wardrobes in Costa Mesa,CA in the capacity of Transformational Change Coach. I would facilitate a 8 week workshop assisting people with the transition from joblessness to self- sufficiency. Motivation to Apply: As a Huntington Beach resident, I'd like to be more involved in community solution(s). However, the confusion and negativity on Social Media have made getting involved feel very intimidating. 1 don't have an agenda for any one particular item, but rather have an interest in gaining knowledge on the issues,and in turn sharing that knowledge in a very basic and simplified manner.To that end I would like to serve on the City Council with an aim for disseminating information so that people like myself can understand and may be motivated to become involved in a positive way. t Thank you, i AQrelxl/e Frrgn cell 71 d 5R0 300P I 29 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday,July 12, 2021 7:48 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Vacant Council Seat From:glenn elliott<gelliottl@socal.rr.com> Sent: Saturday, July 10, 2021 11:46 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Vacant Council Seat I support Jill Hardy for appointment to the vacant City Council seat. She's experienced, knowledgeable,does her homework,and is a proven leader who can "hit the ground running'. She can also restore a sense of pride to those of us who prefer a serious representative who understands that her duty is to work for the people of Huntington Beach, not the other way around. Please return Ms. Hardy to the Council chambers. Thank you. Cheryl Elliott(21652 Branta Cir., HB, 92646) t 30 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 12, 2021 7:51 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Council Appointment to Open Seat From: donnadillon214@aol.com<donnadillon214@aol.com> Sent: Saturday,July 10, 2021 7:18 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Council Appointment to Open Seat Honorable Mayor Carr, Mayor Pro Temp Delgleize, City Council Members, You have a tremendous responsibility in front of you. I observed the majority of the interviews and read the applications of those applying for the open city council seat. I applaud each and every one of them! I do not envy you in your position of having to make this decision. However, I would like to make some suggestions to your selection process. First, I must state that I believe you should honor the vote and choose Gracey Vander Mark. Since I'm pretty sure you will not do this, I offer my opinion on the selection process. Since you will not honor the vote and chose the next highest vote-getter in the Nov. 2020 election,you must j eliminate all the applicants that competed in the 2020 election. You will create tremendous controversy if you do not select Gracey and select someone else that was on the 2020 ballot. Please give someone else a chance. Although I respect Jill Hardy and Devin Dwyer, the citizens of HB are looking for new voices. Let them get re-elected on the next ballot they are qualified for. Please eliminate those that noted a special interest in their resume, i.e. desalination, HDD, even POA. My opinion but I feel it is important that a HBCC council member be a homeowner In our City. Homeowners/property owners have a vested interest in our City. I'm not sure how you will ascertain this since it was not on the application. As was noted by many of the applicants, our City, our country are very divided. The HBCC is a non-partisan position. I hope you will choose someone that that is truly non-partisan and has the best interests of the residents on HB in mind. I have some definite choices in mind that I would like to see on HBCC, but I will put my trust and confidence in you to be non-partisan and chose the best qualified candidate. Sincerely, t 31 Donna Dillon 22102 Jonesport Ln Huntington Beach, CA 92646 I 2 32 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday,July 12, 2021 7:56 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Gracey is STILL the only option - Do the RIGHT thing next Monday. From:jjreed85<jjreed85@ proton mail.com> Sent:Sunday,July 11, 2021 3:10 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Gracey is STILL the only option-Do the RIGHT thing next Monday. Hello again City Council members, I am sending a follow up e-mail regarding this council member appointment process as I cannot attend meetings to voice my concerns, but I am following along. It is incredibly disappointing to watch this obviously skewed process take place. Please know that the citizens of Huntington Beach are not falling for this 'fair' selection process show that you are putting on. It is clearly shaping up to be a 100% biased appointment of whoever YOU WANT to join rather than what is best for the City of Huntington Beach, and what the citizens voted for. As I previously mentioned, the ONLY fair way to select this council member would have been to honor the vote of the city and place Gracey in the position. If she is not selected, it will be quite obvious that it was simply because YOU did not want her. She is not only the 4th highest vote getter(and closest in campaign promises to the person who received the highest votes), but she is obviously qualified for the position, and offers the balance a city council SHOULD have, and desperately needs. Aside from Gracey being appointed (fairly and deservedly), the only other option is Jill Hardy because once again, this is someone we KNOW the citizens have actually selected and chosen to represent then at some point, she was never voted out unlike some other candidates that applied. Although Gracey should be appointed far before Jill due to the reasons mentioned above. Beyond those two choices, the only other option is the special election, something I believe we MUST do if you do not honor the vote, as I whole heartedly believe the cost of a poor selection will be far greater to this city over the next 3.5 years than the cost of running a special election. I Please know that a majority of you (Erik excluded) do not represent the vision and hopes of MANY, if not most, of your citizens, including many I know that voted for you (even myself years ago for some of you) and no longer feel you have the citizens best interests at heart. I grew up here, I'm a homeowner here, and even as a 'millennial', I am so disappointed in the direction our beautiful, once quiet beach community has taken. The overbuilding and high density is atrocious, if I wanted to live in Santa Monica, I would move there. Rather than catering to your precious tourists, do what is right for your citizens who live and work here year round, and you know, the ones who actually VOTE here. Sent with Protonlylail Secure Email. t 33 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday,July 12,2021 2:20 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Oscar Rodriguez co-founder of Oak View Comunidad From:stephanie erickson<outlook_BA41F5F3755C4DBB@outlook.com> Sent: Monday,July 12, 2021 1:46 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfclty-hb.org> Subject:Oscar Rodriguez co-founder of Oak View Comunidad I understand that today you have been interviewing candidates for the open position for city council. The candidate you vote for has to meet the HB City Code of Ethics and the Declaration of Policy About Human Dignity. These two documents talk about dignity, diversity, hate crimes, hate speech,criminal acts which is motivated by a victim's race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation,gender or disability.Also mentioned under the Code of Ethics are Responsibility, Fairness, Respect, and Honesty. Oscar's group Oak View Comunidad is guilty of stalking residents of HB, threatening residents of HB, using hate speech against whites and American Hispanics calling them coconuts, self-hating Mexicans vendidos (sell-outs). This group committed Electioneering Fraud and Election fraud at Oak View Elementary School in the 2016 election. Oscar lied on the application he filed with the Fourth of July meeting board. I have years of comments posted on Oak View Comunidad's FB page along with video and pictures to prove the many hate comments about residents, our city, our country such as Amerikkka that was used many times on FB by Oak View Comunidad and their FB supporters. The hate that this group has towards our city, country,whites,American-Hispanics is unacceptable and goes against the Code of Ethics and the Declaration. Oscar Rodriguez co-founder of Oak View Comunidad has a radical following of supporters from other cities that hate HB and the HBPD accusing us of being the city of white supremacists and the KKK which is crap yes Kalmick, Carr, Moser, and Delgleize crap. I have all the proof of the comments that I have made here, videos, FB comments, and pictures. Oh,Antonio Benetiz who is a member of Oak View Comunidad should be removed from the Human Relations Task Force because his group is quality of ail the hate that the HRTF tries to tell us is unacceptable and Oscar should be removed from the Planning Commission because of his hate group. It is time for Oscar,Antonio, Victor and their group to be held accountable by exposing their group and all the hate that they show towards HB and our country. Oak View Comunidad posted a picture of the Commerce Bank with a large sign they hung with the word RESIST on it. How do I know it was them who vandalized the bank? They admitted it on FB and I have a copy to prove it. Oscar as well as Gina-Clayton Tarvin should not be allowed to sit on the HB city council because of their association of Oscar's hate group. Stephanie Erickson 1 I 34 Sent from Mail for Windows 10 2 35 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy I Sent: Tuesday, July 13, 2021 7:53 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: New Member to Replace Mr. Ortiz From:Ann Tweedy <Atweedy@socal.rr.com> i Sent:Tuesday,July 13, 2021 7:52 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: New Member to Replace Mr.Ortiz To the Huntington Beach City Council: As the replacement for Mr.Ortiz on the I IB City Council, please consider seriously Oscar Rodriguez. He has demonstrated that he is capable and competent. He is experienced in community building and leadership. Yours truly, Ann Tweedy I I t I 36 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Wednesday,July 14, 2021 11:21 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Gracey Vander what ever her name is.... From: A UM <aaronmarquez7474@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday,July 14, 2021 11:19 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Gracey Vander what ever her name is.... The last thing we need is another nazi white supremacist representing us. Peterson is a nazi and needs to go as well. i 37 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Wednesday, July 14, 2021 3:13 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Honor the Vote From: Dennis Hayes<dhayes9966@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday,July 14, 2021 3:05 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Honor the Vote Appoint Gracey Van Der Mark to the vacant seat! Dennis Hayes 6891 Via Carona Dr i t 38 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Wednesday,July 14, 2021 4:40 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: HONOR THE VOTE i -----Original Message--- From: LINDA BENEDETTO<Ibenedetto2@aol.com> Sent: Wednesday,July 14, 20214:39 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: HONOR THE VOTE Appoint Gracey Van Der Mark or give the people another election. Sent from my Pad 1 t 39 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Thursday,July 15, 2021 7:57 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Replacing vacant CC seat. From: David Wilson <dnj833@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday,July 14, 2021 7:35 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Cc: Ray R. <rayraines@hotmail.com> Subject: Replacing vacant CC seat. Fairness is represented by the next in line from the last election or declare for an open seat election. Cost shouldn't be an issue, fairness is more important. Dave Wilson (50 year resident). i I i SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date:_ 2l/ f W2/ Agenda %m No.; t 40 Switzer, Donna From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Thursday, July 15,2021 7:57 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Jenny Braithwaite Attachments: CC3.d o cx From:Guy Morrow<guy@triprecision.com> Sent: Wednesday,July 14, 202110:38 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Jenny Braithwaite To All, Please find my letter of support for Jenny Braithwaite Thanks, Ross Morrow 714-240-1187 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION � Meeting Date:_ Agenda teem No., / '2/-Sy4� t 41 7/14/2021 Dear Huntington Beach City Council, As a resident of Huntington Beach, I wholeheartedly recommend that you choose (Robin)Jenny Braithwaite to be selected to fill the open City Council position. I have had the privilege of working with her at Self-Help Interfaith Program where we both serve as volunteers. Despite the fact that she has a time-consuming job at California State University,she devotes countless hours to helping our formerly homeless guests become self-sufficient. She is a team player who works well with others to find creative solutions as problems arise. It is Jenny who handles all intake calls and much of the written communication for our Board of Directors. She takes it upon herself to translate and converse with our Spanish-speakers at the shelter. Her communication skills and flexibility have helped immensely as we dealt with the spread of COVID through the SHIP house. Conscientious about attending all meetings, she is passionate about making sure that guests do everything possible to maintain both physical and mental health. Jenny enjoys discussing politics, and we both advocate for government transparency. We share the belief that if a service can be provided well by volunteers and non-profits(including the faith community)without cost to the city, then that is the choice that should be made. When we disagree, she listens intently to what is being said and tries to find points of agreement. Rather than relying on party dictates,she follows her conscience as well as the law. In addition to understanding well the causes and solutions for homelessness,she would use her interpersonal skills to increase community engagement. Her background in both business and government would help in the analysis of data, the city budget, and decisions facing City Council. Using her experience leasing real estate, Jenny has provided the appropriate lease templates for our non-profit to use. Her strong education and financial background would help our city to make wise decisions regarding economic development and housing. Never overwhelmed with details, she responds to challenges with zeal and compassion, always wanting to "beat the odds' and prove that when there's a will, there's a way. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about Jenny's qualifications or experience. Selecting her to fill the open seat on Huntington Beach City Council will allow her to work hard for the well-being of each and every resident as well as our entire community. Sincerely, Ross Morrow President,Tri-Precision Sheetmetal, Inc 16444 Bolsa Chica Street, Space 98 Huntington Beach,CA 92649 714-240-1187 i 42 i Switzer, Donna From: Fikes,Cathy Sent: Friday,July 16, 2021 1:32 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Nadar Hana for Council From: Rick Jensen <watertruckrick@yahoo.com> Sent:Thursday,July 15, 2021 5:53 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Nadar Hana for Council I just watched the video of the Council meeting where Nadar Hana announced his interest of being on HB City Council. I really like what he had to say and would like to see him on the HB city council. I understand there is no election this time but would like to see him run and work with him to get elected when that time comes if he is not selected at this time. Please give him your full consideration as this Is who a lot of us would like to see on council. Thank You Rick Jensen 7171 Warner Ave B118 Huntington Beach Ca. 92647 i I I SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Mw&V Date: Agenda Item No:. 43 Switzer, Donna From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Friday,July 16, 2021 1:34 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Support for Sam Jreisat(HB City Council Applicant) From:Wade Sarchet <m.wade.sarchet@gmail.com> Sent: Friday,July 16, 20218:01 AM To: Moser, Natalie<Natalie.Moser@surfcity-hb.org>; Peterson, Erik<Erik.Peterson @surfcity-hb.org>; Posey, Mike <Mike.Posey@surfcity-hb.org>; Carr, Kim <Kim.Carr@surfcity-hb.org>; Fikes,Cathy <CFikes@surfcity-hb.org>; Kalmick, Dan <Dan.Kalmick@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Support for Sam Jreisat(HB City Council Applicant) Dear Huntington Beach City Council, I am Wade Sarchet and have been a resident of Huntington Beach for 4+ years. Since moving here I have thoroughly enjoyed this city and all it has to offer. As I continue to he a resident of this incredible city it is impotiant to me that 1 feel represented by someone of integrity with experience creating positive impact in the community. It is with that reason I am writing to express my support for Sam Jreisat as HB City Council. As a long-time resident and small business owner, he is truly integrated into the local community and understands what makes Huntington Beach great. I have known Sam for over 4 years both professionally and personally and only have positive things to say about him. Being a repeat customer of Sam's business I can attest first hand to the positive impact that it creates in the local community to residents and businesses along with the efficiency and effectiveness at which it operates. His experience here will bring an understanding of how to create an environment for businesses small and large to flourish and grow. Matched with the empathy and strength of character that has compelled him to provide assistance to the less fortunate, excel as a businessman, and forge friendships in this city, I cannot think of a better candidate. Thank you in advance for your consideration. Best, Wade Sarchet SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Date: /��7L2raz� Agenda ftem No., t ' 44 Moore, Tania From: Jun, Catherine Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 7:52 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: City council -- --Original Message---- From: ROSE SAYLIN <rsaylin@aol.com> Sent: Monday,July 19, 2021 7:15 AM To:Jun,Catherine<catherine.jun@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: City council Choose JILL!l l! Experience counts.She'll bring us together. Sent from my Whone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Dato:��4�a1p�/ Agenda Item No.: Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:05 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: New council member From: HAROLD AND CHERYL COOK<ramstock1971@msn.ccm> Sent:Saturday,July 17, 2021 12:54 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: New council member Our city was always one to be proud of. We do not want it to be known as the city of hate and racism. If we say nothing and do nothing then these hate groups will feel that we are an easy target and will continue to spread their hateful rhetoric. Our entire family has lived in and owned our home since 1978. 1 started at H.B. high in 1962, we know very well what this city was and needs to continue being. We ask that you vote for Oscar Rodriguez who would maintain positive values and put what is best for our city and its citizens first. A vote for Gracey Van Der Mark would be putting hate, racism and her own personal agenda above everything else. Sincerely, The Cook family SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meetlnq Date: �L? Agenda Item No., LI-Sir/ Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 8-05 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW. HB City Council Appointment for Dom Jones -----Original Message----- From: Noelle Pellowski<noelle33@me.com> Sent: Sunday,July 18, 2021 10:34 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: HB City Council Appointment for Dom Jones Hello HB City Council, I support Dom Jones for the appointment for Huntington Beach City Council. Dom is leader that people want to follow. Her passion, and zeal are contagious. She truly wants what is best for the city and it's people. All city councils need strong, passionate, and competent leaders to lead. Dom Jones, with her quick wit, empathy, resiliency, and proactive nature make her a perfect fit for this role.After meeting Dom Jones once and watching her in action, I knew that she would make a great leader for the city of Huntington Beach, so I've joined her numerous supporters seeking a more inclusive Orange County and Huntington Beach. I urge you to appoint Dom Jones for HB City Council. Thank you, Noelle SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Data: Agenda Agenda rani N o, /( o11-a4) Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:06 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Appoint Dom Jones -----Original Message----- From: Dorinda Upham <lllal4S@gmaii.com> Sent: Sunday,July 18, 2021 11:01 AM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Appoint Dom Jones Hello HB City Council, I support Dom Jones for the appointment for Huntington Beach City Council. We need a strong, passionate, and competent leader. We need a servant leader, a leader who knows people are more important than personal profit,a leader who truly wants to build relationships, communicate with people in the community. Dom Jones is that leader. She learned Vietnamese and Tagalog in order to build unity and help uplift more voices in the community. You have likely heard a lot of people support from her and that is because she has an ever-expanding army of supporters who see the significance of what a person like Dom Jones will make in the community. I urge you to appoint Dom Jones for HB City Council so we can see a better, more inclusive Huntington Beach community. Thank you, Dorinda Upham SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION meetlnp Deb: Agenda IMrn No.;�( �/� Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 8.06 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Dom Jones for City Council!! -----Original Message----- From: Omar Agil<omaragil@hotmail.com> Sent: Sunday,July 18, 2021 12:20 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.counciI@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Dom Jones for City Council I I Hello HB City Council, My name is Omar and I'm a 21 year old studentl I support Dom Jones for the appointment for Huntington Beach City Council. I believe we need a strong, passionate,and competent leader to lead our city and that is Dom Jones. Her quick wit,empathy, resiliency, and proactive nature make her a perfect fit for this role. You have likely heard a lot of people support from her and that is because she has an ever-expanding army of supporters who see the significance of what a person like Dom Jones will make in the community. I urge you to appoint Dom Jones for HB City Council so we can see a better, more inclusive Huntington Beach community. Thank you, Omar SUPPLEMENTAL f OMMUNICATION Agenda um No. I Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 806 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: HB City Council Appointment for Dom Jones From: Richard Kuo <ceokuo@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday,July 18, 2021 12:36 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: HB City Council Appointment for Dom Jones Hi HB City Council, Thank you for all of the hard work and diligence you've been doing in reviewing the 100+ applications and interviews, I'm sure it's been a lot of work! I know you've been receiving a lot of emails from Dom Jones' supporters and that is because she has an over- expanding army of supporters who see the significance of what a person like Dom Jones will make in the community. I too strongly support Dom Jones for the appointment for I luntington Beach City Council. We need a strong, passionate, and competent leader to lead our city and that is Dom Jones. Her quick wit, empathy, resiliency, and proactive nature make her a perfect fit for this role. I urge you to appoint Dom Jones for HB City Council so we can see a better, more inclusive Huntington Beach community. Thank you and see you tomorrow! Best regards, Richard Kuo HB Resident SUPPLEMENIAL COMMUNICATION Meetitq Deb: Tl9/� -/ ++ Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent Monday, July 19, 2021 8.07 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW. Honor The Vote From: FRIED<fhesse@socal.rr.com> Sent:Sunday,July 18, 2021 2:08 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Honor The Vote Dear Council Members: As a home owner in Huntington Beach since 1976, 1 am astonished at your back room maneuvering to ignore the voting preferences of the citizens of Huntington Beach. I request that you Honor The Vote and install Gracey Van Der Mark as the replacement council member for Tito Ortiz. If you cannot bring yourselves to do this, you must conduct a special election. Council members cannot be trusted to select their political cronies for City Council positions. Respectfully, Fred Hesse 8581 Palermo Drive Huntington Beach CA. 92646 Sent from Mail for Windows 10 SUPPLEMENIAL r,;OMMUNICATION Meeting Ua*:, 4 /4& Apenrly Item r*).:_l('/- f�l Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 8.07 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Dominque Jones for HB city council -----Original Message----- From: michelle thienes<michellethienes@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday,July 18, 2021 5:34 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Dominque Jones for HB city council City Council of Huntington Beach, I believe Dominque Jones would be the most passionate and competent member of the HB city council if she were appointed this role. Dominque would be perfect for this position because of her empathetic and proactive nature, resilience, and strength. She would have a positive impact on our community's relationship with the council because of her calm and understanding demeanor,along with her interest in getting to create a rapport with individuals. I would highly recommend you to appoint Dominque Jones for Huntington Beach Council to display a more inclusive, empathetic,and energetic surf city Thank you, Michelle Thienes SUPPLEMENTAL. COMMUNICATION MersNnp Ik+6n: T-- -f AVrv4 IMm NO.' Moore, Tania From: Frakes. Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 8:07 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW. New Council Member From:Vince <hbsip@yahoo.com> Sent:Sunday,July 18, 2021 9:14 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: New Council Member Dear Council Members: Please do not choose Gracey Van Der Mark to replace Tito Ortiz We do not need another person on the council who will embarrass our city as Tito Ortiz has done. Vince Sipkovich Huntington Beach. CA SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION ►nAear t>Are:- Agenda Ibm No: Moore, Tania From: Frakes, Sandie Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 8.07 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW.Vacant city council seat -----Original Message----- From: Charlotte DeGroot <charlotte.degroot.cl@gmail com> Sent:Sunday,July 18, 2021 10:05 PM To:CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Vacant city council seat Dear City Council members, Please appoint Gracey Van Der Mark to fill the vacancy as Mayor replacing Tito Ortiz. She had the next greatest amount of votes and she is the best person for the position. This is who the people of Huntington Beach want, this is who we all want to serve in this community. Gracey is the person who should be in that seat) Let's do what's right for our beautiful and great city and get Gracey inl Thank you, Concerned citizen of HB, Charlotte DeGroot Sent from my Whone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION MmftV Data: Z`I��;/ AgandP Item No: Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 9,02 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Dom Jones for City Council From: Olivia Suplemento<osuplemento@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday,July 18, 2021 10:02 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Dom Jones for City Council Dear HB City council, I would like to ask to HB city council to nominate and appoint Dom Jones for city council. She is the right candidate for the city Best, Olivia V Suplemento LIVING LIFE WITH FAITH AND GRACE OLIVIA V. SCPLEMENTO 1DRE 01302535 m: 714.856.5820 2100 Main St Ste 300 Huntington Beach Ca 92648 o: 714.698.5300 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION What's your home worth? hltys 11hmbtco1EPPReC Meatlng Debar Connect with me: Jer,�S jj�, facehook.cum%oliviahomes4sale' Agencla Ham No.' .-- t http.v://www-.linkedin.comlinlolivia-sisplementa httpS:/%www'.instapram.COMIOI iViasaD 7. hM://www.twitter.conVOliviadoesRE 2 Moore, Tania From: Nabila yousef <yes@yesenergies.com> Sent: Monday,July 19, 2021 8:49 AM SUPPLEMENTAL Cc: Jun, Catherine mm@surfcity-hb.org COMMUNICATION Cc: Jun, Catherine Subject: City Council Meeting July 19, 2021 Agenda Item 21-S44 Meetlng Date: �g/a9 a/ Madam Mayor,City council, and staff, Agende IMrn tie.: 1(21- I am one of the applicants for the vacant seat on the city council, and whether I am selected or not, I would like to share with you a couple of ideas, that may help in managing your priority items; Homelessness and Economic Development and housing First Homelessness; This problem has at least three major subsets, Those who are facing hard economic times, those who are having substance abuse problem and those who are mentally and emotionally challenged. Each group needs a tailored solution and just building shelters will not cut it in the long run: l- the first group will need affordable housing and supplemental income while getting back on their feet, 2- the second group will need mental and emotional support facilities, where they can be treated so they can function and be placed in jobs that matches their abilities, and that can be done through charitable organizations, I was on the board of such organization 3- The third group will need rehab facilities and support groups thereafter so once they are back functioning in society they stay there and off drugs. Within each of above three groups there are subgroups; teens,older people, women and men with or without children. Each will have to be dealt with differently, and there are charitable organizations that can deal with some of these sub-groups, for example the homeless teens has an organization called the Covenant House, and the city can partner with them and others like them Economic development and housing. From experience economic development has a three legged stool that greatly contribute to its success, they are: I- quality of life to attract employees, like Safe environment, good schools, parks and recreation etc.. 2- Trained labour force; good skilled labour, and/or community colleges and universities nearby that businesses can tap into it or partner with 3- Low cost power (Gas and electricity). And here I have few ideas that I can share with the council if they so desire. One more that is hobby horse of mine : Conservation and the environment. There are many things that the city controls and can use to make a difference, like traffic light synchronization based on volume of traffic during different time of the day. This can be done suing college students to study the traffic pattern, and design a system which will be good for the students development as well as the city's budget. Again 1 was party to an initiative similar to that when I was a graduate student. r Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss any of the above regardless whether I was the successful candidate or not. I would like to serve. Best Regards, Nabila Yousef (B.Sc., M.A.Sc.) Tel: 714.290.3934 Email: yes@vesenerzies.com Web: www.yeAnergie$.com 2 Moore, Tania From: ton bitzer <ronbitzer@gmaii.com> Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 1037 AM To: CITY COUNCIL; supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: Honor the Vote appoint Gracey Van Der Mark Hello, Regarding today's special City Council meeting to select a candidate for the vacated seat: Please honour the vote and appoint Gracey Van Der Mark As the 1" runner up in the 2020 election, she should automatically be the only candidate considered for the vacated seat. Any other candidate selected would not honour the will of the people of Huntington Beach. Please follow democratic principles. Thank you, Ronald W Bitzer 6892 Rook Dr, 92647 714-848-5788 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION MsMkg [?ala:--- T- / AV^-is Yom No. S��J Moore, Tania From: Claudia Bitzer <csbitzer@venzon.net> Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 10,40 AM To: CITY COUNCIL; supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: Honor the Vote - appoint Gracey Van Der Mark Importance: High Hello, Regarding today's special City Council meeting to select a candidate for the vacated seat: Please honor the vote and appoint Gracey Van Der Mark. As the 1" runner up in the 2020 election, she should automatically be the only candidate considered for the vacated seat. Any other candidate selected would show a biased view of the City Council members rather than the will of the HB voters. Good day, Claudia Bitzer 6892 Rook Dr,92647 714-861-0682 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION meW*V NO: Agenda%M No.' Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 10:56 AM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW Please choose Gracey Van Der Mark for CC From: Susan Richmond <srich1903@gmai1.com> Sent: Monday,July 19, 2021 10:50 AM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council @surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Please choose Gracey Van Der Mark for CC City Council members, I am writing to you today to ask that you choose Gracey Van Der Mark to fill the city council vacancy left by Tito Ortiz. The voters have spoken and want Gracey to represent us. Please make the right decision and the right choice while putting the people's agenda first, and the city council's agenda last. Regards. Susan SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION me,o*V Agend.IMtn Nb• �r al Sly Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday, July 19, 2021 1:09 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW-.tonight's election From: courtney gillett<gillettfam@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,July 19, 2021 1:08 PM To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:tonight's election Hello Council Members, Tonight is a very important meeting for you. It will show us if you really care about us as residents or are there for yourselves. If you arc here for us the residents, there is only one option. That is to respect the vote that we just had! We voted for Oracey and are expecting you to do the same! Courtney Carrothers SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Mealkq f ift:, Agande Item No., Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Monday,July 19, 2021 1:58 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Honor the vote -----Original Message----- From: Jeanne Paris<jeannemarieparis@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday,July 19, 2021 1:54 PM To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Honor the vote To the City Council, Please either support Gracey or have a special election.Currently this City Council does not represent the majority of HB residents.We don't want high rise multiple home dwellings. You are supposed to work for us not against us. Let's keep some sense of balance on the council. Please do the right thing for our community. Jeanne Paris HB resident Sent from myiPhone SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Imo:_ �:?Ijg Ira I Agenda ram WL12 .5yy