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APPROVED 6-0-1
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File #: 25-357 MEETING DATE: 5/20/2025
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Travis Hopkins, City Manager
VIA: Ashley Wysocki, Director of Community & Library Services
PREPARED BY: Michelle Roesner, Senior Administrative Assistant
Subject:
Approve one appointment and four reappointments to the Historic Resources Board, with
terms to expire June 30, 2029, as recommended by City Council Liaisons, Butch Twining and
Andrew Gruel
Statement of Issue:
There is a need to fill five vacancies on the Historic Resources Board (HRB). Per Huntington Beach
Municipal Code (HBMC) 2.107.010, the Board is "to consist of not less than seven nor more than
nine members, to be appointed to serve terms of four years." Currently, the terms of four members
will expire on June 30, 2025. The four outgoing board members, Amory Hanson, Alan Ray, Duane
Wentworth, and Mark Zambrano, have expressed interest in continuing to serve. Additionally, Jayme
Makis has submitted an application to serve on the Board.
Financial Impact:
Not Applicable.
Recommended Action:
A)Approve the appointment of Jayme Makis to the Historic Resources Board, effective July 1, 2025,
through June 30, 2027, as recommended by City Council Liaisons Butch Twining and Andrew Gruel;
and
B) Approve the reappointments of Amory Hanson, Alan Ray, Duane Wentworth, and Mark Zambrano
to the Historic Resources Board, effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2029, as recommended by
City Council Liaisons Butch Twining and Andrew Gruel.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended actions and direct staff accordingly.
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Analysis:
The HRB is a seven to nine-member advisory body to the City Council with a mission to encourage
and promote programs and activities that enhance public awareness of community historic
resources.
The terms of Amory Hanson, Alan Ray, Duane Wentworth, and Mark Zambrano will expire on June
30, 2025, with all four requesting reappointments. Additionally, an application to serve on the HRB
was received from Jayme Makis. Based on their review and approval, City Council Liaisons Butch
Twining and Andrew Gruel are recommending the appointment of Jayme Makis and reappointments
of Hanson, Ray, Wentworth, and Zambrano.
Mr. Hanson has lived in Huntington Beach for 27 years and has served on the historic resources
board since 2019. He is greatly interested in Huntington Beach and its history. In addition to serving
on the Historic Resources Board, Mr. Hanson is also a member of the Orange County Historical
Society.
Mr. Ray has lived in Huntington Beach for over 20 years, since 2004. He also lived here in the 1970s
with his parents and is a graduate of Huntington Beach High School. He has been interested in local
history since his return to Huntington Beach and currently serves on the board of directors of the
Orange County Historical Society. He was the liaison to the Historic Resources Board for a few
years while he was on the Planning Commission, so he is well versed in the board's activities and
enjoyed working with the people on the board. He is a retired CPA, has an MBA from Cal State Long
Beach, and has spent the last 25 years of his career as a Chief Financial Officer. He looks forward to
continuing to serve the community and City Council as a member of the Historic Resources Board.
Mr. Wentworth is the current Chair of the HRB. He has been a resident of Huntington Beach since
1950. His family dates back to 1903 when it was still Pacific City, and his family has six generations
in Huntington Beach. His Great-Grandfather was Ed Manning, the City's first mayor in 1909. He is a
retired City employee having spent 41 years working for Public Works Engineering. His family has
been imbedded in the history of Huntington Beach since its inception. His Mother was the City Clerk
and City Historian.
Mr. Zambrano has.a strong interest in knowing, sharing, and preserving the history of Huntington
Beach, especially as it relates to surfing. To that end, he wrote a book titled Surfing in Huntington
Beach, which catalogues both surfing and the City's history dating back to the early 20th century, as
well as seeks to preserve the stories of local residents who lived that history. Most recently, he
worked with the non-profit, Sea of Clouds, to help their efforts to get the wave zones beside the pier
listed on the Register of National Historic Places. Through these pursuits, and continued work on the
HRB alongside his esteemed fellow members, they hope to ensure HB's history stays preserved.
Environmental Status:
This action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change
in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the
CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for
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resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Non Applicable -Administrative Item
Attachment(s):
1. Reappointment letter from Amory Hanson
2. Reappointment letter from Alan Ray
3. Reappointment letter from Duane Wentworth
4. Reappointment letter from Mark Zambrano
5. Application of Jayme Mekis
6. Historic Resources Board Roster- June 2025
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From: Amory Hanson
Sent Tuesday,April 29,2025 12:28 PM
To: Roesner, Michelle
Subject: Re:Written request to continue serving
I am interested in continuing to serve on the historic resources board and encourage the council to
support my reappointment.
Sincerely Yours,
Mr.Amory Hanson
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From: Alan Ray
Sent: Wednesday,April 30,2025 8:53 PM
To: Roesner, Michelle
Subject: Re: HRB reappointment letter
Michelle, Here you go. Let me know if I should write more:
I am interested in continuing to serve on the Historic Resources
Board. I have only served less than a year, and have enjoyed
researching properties, writing an article about adaptive reuse for the
City, and visiting with residents at the HRB booth during Surf City
Nights. I would appreciate the City Council re-appointing me for
another term.
Best regards,
Alan Ray
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From: bchbum
Sent: Wednesday,April 23,2025 7:24 AM
To: Roesner, Michelle
Subject: RE: New HRB term
Hi Michelle,
This is to let you know that I wish to continue to serve on the Historic Resources Board.
Thanks,
Duane Wentworth
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From: Mark Zambrano
Sent: Wednesday,April 23,2025 11:26 PM
To: Roesner, Michelle
Cc: Duane Wentworth
Subject: Re: New HRB term
Hi Michelle,thank you for letting me know.
Yes, I would like to continue serving as a member of the Huntington Beach Historic Resource Board for
another term.
Please let me know if I need to submit it as a separate document or this email will suffice.
Thank you,
Mark
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Application for Appointment to a:Citizen
Commission, Board, Committee, or. Task Force .j=
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Page 1
Acknowledgement
o Applicants must be U.S.citizens,and residents and electors of the City of Huntington Beach during the appointment
process and term,and may not hold more than one membership at a time.
•
o Pursuant to the Municipal Code Chapter 2,100,no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office or •
employment in the City personnel system.
All Council appointed commission,board,and committee members are required to take two hours of AB1234 public
service ethics training and AB1661 harassment prevention training every two years and thereafter.
o All Council appointed commission,board,and committee members must comply with the City's Huntington Beach Code
of Ethics Policy,Social Media Policy for Elected and Appointed Officials(AR 509),Equal Employment Opportunity
Policy(AR 921),Anti-Harassment,Discrimination,and Retaliation Policy(AR 922),Violence in the Workplace Policy
(AR 923),and A Respectful Workplace Policy(AR 924).
o You are applying for a public position.As such,the information provided in your application becomes a public record
once the appointment process is completed,and may be subject to public inspection pursuant to the California Public
Records Act.
o If appointed,you will be required to take an Oath of Office and are subject to filling a Statement of Economic Interests
pursuant to the City's Conflict of Interest Policy(Resolution 2023-01).
I acknowledge and certify that I meet the requirements listed in the notice above.
Prefix* Last Name* First Name* Middle initial
Etc. melds jayme
Mr.,Ms.,etc.
Date*
2/27/2025
Name of Board,Cotntnission,Committee,or Task Force*
Historic Resources Board
Length of Residency in Huntington Beach*
graduated from here in 6B/relocated here in 2020
Occupation*
retired
United States Citizen?* Currently Serving on a City Board
Yes •; : No or Commission?*
Yes . . No
Home Address:*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State
Postal/Zip Code
90
Phone Numbers Phone Numbers
Personal Business
Type*(?) Number* Type(?) Number
cell
Personal Email*
•
•
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Educational Background*
graduated CSULB in 2000 with BA in geography
Professional Licenses and/or Associations*
All expired now:
Real Estate
Real Estate Appraisers License
Pesticide Operators License
Private Pilot and FCC licenses
Professional Experience*
Business Owner in Orange County for 20 years plus
Worked for City of Carson in planning department for 5 years
Worked for City of Long Beach in planning department for 15 years
Special Knowledge or Skills*
Real Estate Value
Can read plans
Speak some Spanish
Civic Interests and/or Service Memberships?*
Contribute to Huntington Beach Living Magazine
How will your qualifications best serve the citizen advisory group that you are applying for,and why do you wish
to serve on this group?*
I enjoy and am enthusiastic about history particularly history of the built environment.
I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.I have read and
understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular position that I am applying for and authorize the release of
this information.
Signature*
crefoNie
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 applicant's race,color,ancestry,national origin,religion,creed,age
(40 and over),physical and/or mental disability,sex,gender(including pregnancy,childbirth,breastfeeding or
related medical conditions),sexual orientation,gender identity,gender expression,medical condition,genetic
information,marital status,military or veteran status,any other category/status protected by federal and/or state
statutes. •
All applications will remain active for one(1)year from the date received and be kept on file for 2 years for the
position(s)applied for.
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 Pikes,(714)536-5553.
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Historic Resources Board Roster
Amory Hanson Susan Nguyen
Term: 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2029 Term: 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2027
Alan Ray Joe Santiago
Term: 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2029 Term: 7/1/2203 - 6/30/2027
Duane Wentworth David Wentworth, Sr.
Term: 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2029 Term: 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2027
Mark Zambrano Jayme Mekis
Term: 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2029 Term: 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2029
Council Liaisons:
Butch Twining
Andrew Gruel
Staff Liaison: Staff Liaison:
Ashley Wysocki Michelle Roesner
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