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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApprove One Appointment and Four Reappointments to the Histo (2) ��NT�NGTo� 2000 Main Street, oF. r .d Huntington Beach,CA 92648 =iy City of Huntington Beach APPROVED 6-0-1 6"`'041 .(McKEON-ABSENT) 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. City of Huntington Beach Page 1 of 3 Printed on 5/15/2025 powered by LegistarT' 83 File #: 25-357 MEETING DATE: 5/20/2025 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 City of Huntington Beach Page 2 of 3 Printed on 5/15/2025 powered by LegistarTM 84 File #: 25-357 MEETING DATE: 5/20/2025 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 City of Huntington Beach Page 3 of 3 Printed on 5/15/2025 powered by LegistarT"' 85 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 86 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 - -- -- -.. ._.. .. _�_ - L.,� .• 87 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 88 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 89 r�`tailN�T'i v Application for Appointment to a:Citizen Commission, Board, Committee, or. Task Force .j= coutmo., 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* • • 91 Page 2 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. 92 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 93