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File #: 25-
464 MEETING DATE: 6/17/2025_
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Travis Hopkins, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Shannon Levin, Council Policy Analyst
Subject:
Approve the appointments of Valentina Bankhead, Yolanda Campos, Julian Douglas, and
Michael Latham to the City Celebration Committee as recommended by City Council Liaisons
Mayor Pro Tern Casey McKeon and Councilman Butch Twining
Statement of Issue:
The City Council is asked to approve the appointment of four At-Large Members to the City
Celebration Committee as recommended by Council Liaisons Mayor Pro Tern McKeon and
Councilman Butch Twining.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
Approve the appointments of Valentina Bankhead, Yolanda Campos, Julian Douglas, and Michael
Latham to the City Celebration Committee. Committee members will serve until their respective
successors are appointed and qualified. The Council Liaison has the power to recommend
replacement members for any vacancies.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended appointments, and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The City Celebration Committee is a 7-9 member resident committee to aid in the development of the
City's Annual Celebration Calendar. The Committee is tasked with making recommendations to the
City Council Liaisons on future celebratory themes and acknowledgments. The Committee also
makes recommendations to City staff on potential celebration content.
The City Celebration Committee was established by the City Council at the December 19, 2023
meeting. In March 2025, it was noted that there were vacancies on the committee, as members had
stepped down. The City advertised the vacancies on the City website, on social media, and at the
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File#: 25-464 MEETING DATE: 6/17/2025
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As City Council Liaisons to the City Celebration Committee, Mayor Pro Tern McKeon and Councilman
Butch Twining reviewed all received applications and made a recommendation for the City Council to
appoint Valentina Bankhead, Yolanda Campos, Julian Douglas, and Michael Latham. Applications for
all recommended appointees are attached.
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
resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Non Applicable -Administrative Item
For details, visit www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/strategicplan
Attachment(s):
1. Application for Appointment-Valentina Bankhead
2. Application for Appointment-Yolanda Campos
3. Application for Appointment- Julian Douglas
4. Application for Appointment- Michael Latham
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Application for Appointment to a Citizen '$
Commission, Board, Committee, or Task Force
Page 1.
Acknowledgement.
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.
o 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 prorated in your application becomes:a public record
once ttie 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).
C) I acknowledge and certify that I meet the requirements listed in the notice above.
Prefix* Last Name* First Name* Middle initial •
Ms Bankhead Valentina _
Mr.,Ms.,etc. •
Date*
4/10/2025
Name of Board,Commission,Committee,or Task Force*
City Celebration Committee
Length of.Residency in Huntington Beach*
a'years
Occupation*
Customer service
United States Citizen?" Currently Serving on a City Board
Yes No or Commission?*
,. Yes CF No
Home Address:*
StreetAddress
Address tine 2
City State
CA.
Postai l Tip Code
•
39
Phone Numbers Phone Numbers
Personal Business
Type*C?} Number* Type C?) Number
cell •,
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•
Personal Email*
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EducationalBackground*
High school •
a Some college
2,1 Professional Licenses andfor Associations*
•
Huntington Beach Republican Women group..
Professional Experience*
Office jc b skills.for 30.years_
Special Knowledge or"Skilis*
Excel spreadsheets.
Account managing Customer relations.
Civic Interests andfor Service Memberships?* •
I was on the Outreach&Communications Committee previously. •
•
. 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 have patriotic ideas that can bring the community togetherand enrich the Huntington Beach families•with
superb views of our small beachside community with patriotic pride.The residents will learn and celebrate with •
_1 us in the.coining years he*amazing our city and country is.
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I certify that alt statements made on this application are tnie and correct to the best of my knowledge.I have read,and
understand the duties and responsibilities oldie particular position that I am applying for and authorize the release of •
j this information.
•
Signature*
•
•
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 andtor mental disability sex,gender(including"pregnancy,childbirth,breastfeeding or ..• .
1 related.medical conditions),sexualorientation,gender identity,,gender expression,medical condition,genetic
information,marital status,•military:or veteran status,anyother category/status protected by:federai andlor state
`: statutes.
Ail applications will remain active for one(1)year fro*the date received and be kapt.on file for 2 years for the •
positions)applied for.
Additional information concerning a particular commission,board,committee,.ortask 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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Application for Appointment to a Citizen
,i-P210411Vf*
Commission, Board, Committee, or Task Force
Page '1
Acknowledgement
o Applicants must be U.S.citizens,and residents and electors of the City of Huntington Beach during the appointment •
,3 process and term,and may not hold more than one membership eta 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.
4o 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.
a All Council appointed commission,board,and committee members must comply with the City's Huntington Beach Code
of Ethics Policy,Social Media Policy kn'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.
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 2023-0'1).
4 I,j I acknowledge and certify that I meet the requirements listed in the notice above.
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Prefix* Last Name* First Name* Middle Initial
Ms Campos Yolanda
Oate*
4110/2025
• Name of Board,Commission,Committee,or Task Force* •
City Celebration Committee
Length of Residency in Huntington Beach*
17 years
Occupation*
c Retired
•
United States Citizen'?* Currently Serving on a City Board
Yes 0 No or Commission?*
0;
C.- Yes No
Home Address:* •
StreetAddress
Address Line 2
City State •
Ca
Postai/Zip Cede
42
Phone Numbers Phone Numbers
Personal Business
Type*V.) Nurnber* lYPe(?) Number
cell
{
Personal:Email*
•
•
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Educational Background*
Graduated with a BS degree in counseling.
• I also completed two(2)academies at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center(FLETC)in Glynco,GA.
Additionally,I completed numerous job related training courses in interviewing,financial record/evidence
analysis,project management,communication,etc.
Professional Licenses and/or Associations* •
•
Currently a member with the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association(FLEOA).
•
Professional Experience*
•
retired after a 30+year career in federal law enforcement career During those many years,I dealt with a •
myriad of projects,programs,people,cases and tasks.In everyassignment.I was asked to participate in or lead,
I used my strong wok ethic,communication and leadership skills to start arid complete every project to a
successful conclusion.If I lacked the knowledge in an assigned case pmgram,I researched and deep-dived'
the subject matter to ensure I was well versed and prepared for success. •
•
Special Knowledge or Skills*
• I have numerous special skills and knowledge that I can offer but I feel the most important skill I will bring is my
work ethic.My work ethic drives me to bring my best forward to any organization,group,project or assignment.
• My work ethic&Ives me to ensure I am an excellent'role'player'or leader.My work ethic is the cornerstone to •
success.
Civic Interests arid/or Service Memberships?*
My civil interest is to assist or help my community in any way possible;big or small.
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 believe my qualifications for the City Celebration committee are in tine'with and will compliment the committee.
I am very much a team player and can help this committee accomplish its goals. I am interestectin serving in
this committee as I am ready to increase my activity in my city and community as a newly retired person. •,
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* •
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 andlor 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 identiffed above.General questions can be directed to
• Cathy Rises,{714)536-5553..
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Application for Appointment to a Citizen
Commission, Board, Committee, or Task Force
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.
• 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. •.
O 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 Iwo years andthereatter.
0 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)..
0 You are applying fore 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 wilt 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).
0 I acknowledge and certify that I meet the requirements listed in the notice above.
•
• Prefix* Last Name* First Name* Middle Initial
Mr. Douglas Julian
Mr.,Ms.,etc.
Date*
502025
Name of Board,Commission,Committee,or Task Force*
City Celebration Committee
Length of Residency in Huntington Beach*
2 years • •
Occupation*
• Concert/Event Promoter/Host,Travel Show Speaker,
Firearms Instructor
• _ -
United States Citizeir?* Currently Serving on a City Board
Yes
or Commission?*
0 No
z Yes No
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• Home Address:*
Street Address.
pAddress,line 2
State
Postal i zip code CA
•
Phone Numbers
Phone Numbers
• Personal Business
Type*{?) Number*: TYPe(7) Number
Cell
Personal Email*
•
•
k•
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Educational Background*
• Graduate of El Segundo High School_Attended El Camino College and Nassau College..
Professional Licenses and/or Associations*
Academy of Magical Arts(The Magic Castle)member,Department of Justice-Firearms Bureau Instructor,
United States Concealed Carry Association Instructor,National Rifle Association Instructor •
•
Professional Experience*
Award winning concert,dub&music festival promoter,'host and booking agent for over 25 years.Speaker for
the Travel&Adventure Show nationwide for 6 years.Judge for the Bloody Mary Festival nationwide,'Beachliife
Bloody Mary Festival and various other cocktail events for 10 years. •
Special Knowledge or Skills* •
As a musician in 80's,I moved on into the music industry ash promoter/host.Over the decades I've established
relationships with musicians around the world and developed a following of lens of thousands of people.With
Travel&Adventure Show I've also established a large networking community in the travel industry_With music
and travel alone over the years,I've honed my social media skills and have a huge online presence_All of this
has given me the rare opportunity to be involved with countless various events,from small to immense festivals.
Civic Interests and/or Service Memberships?*
To bring more awareness and interest,increase tourism,and increase revenue to the City of Huntington Beach,
the place I call home.
How will qualifications best serve the citizen advisory group that you are applying for,and why do you wish
to serve an this.group?*
My vast experience and Many years working in concerts,events and entertainment,proven skills,and surcas.s,
gives me the opportunity to be avvaivable asset to Huntington Beach.I have decades of developing personal _
relationships that I can utilize for city events.
r;; 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 1 am applying for and authorize the release of
this information. •
Signature*
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),sexuatoriertation,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
f= process is available through the staff support department.identified above:General questions can be directed to
Cathy Fikes,(714)536.5553:
•
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Application for Appointment to a Citizen en;
Commission, Board, Committee, or Task Force .
•
' Page 1
. Acknowledgement
1 e Applicants must be US.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 ate time.
0 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.
o 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 CHO Huntington Beach Code
of Ethics Policy,Social Media Policy for Elected and Appointed Officials(AR 509),Equal Employment Opportunity
Policy(AR 921);Anti-Harassment,Disenmination,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 en Oath of Officeand are subject to filling a Statement of Economic Interests -
pursuant to the City's Conflict of Interest Policy(Resolution 2023-01).
;
e,) I acknowledge and cattily that I meet the requirements fisted in the notice above.
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Prefix* List Name* First Name* Middle Initial
:I Mr Latham Michael
Mr,Ms..etc.
Oate*
5/6/2025
Name of Board,Commission,Committee,or Task Force*
•
City Celebration Committee
Length of Residency in Huntington Beach*
• Over 15 years
Occupation* •
Respiratory Therapist!Photographer
- United States Citizen?* Currently Serving on a City Board
Yes
or Commission?*
(S; No
0 Yes ,f§.• No
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Home Address:*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State
CA.
Pastai dEp Code
Phone Numbers Phone Numbers
Personal Business
Type*(?) Number* Type(') Number
cell
Personal Email*
•
•
•
•
•
{
is
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Educational Background*
1 I have my Associates of science degree
Professional Licenses and/or Associations*
I have my Respiratory practitioner license from the Respiratory board of California
1 Professional Experience* 3 .
In additionover to providing critical care services at a local hospital for 15 years.I've been a professional
photographer for almost as long.
', Special Knowledge or Skills*
:rt
I f believe one of my greatest stalls is.knowing the heart of or great city and capturing moments to share that make .
1 our city the envy of the world_
j Civic Interests and/or Service Memberships?*
I've wanted to help.my community since I was very young,I've always felt a callinglo help and do good.As a
Respiratory Therapist I have had that opportunity and worked tirelessly through the pandemic to do everything I
could.
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?*
Over the past almost 20 years there hat been very few events or celebrations I have missed here in Huntington
Beach,and I have,captured many of them.I believe through my photography experience and eagerness to show
how great Ihis city is I could fulfill my dream of helping celebrate our beautiful city and do more for our amazing
communityll Thank you for your.consideration and time/
I certify that all slatements 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. -
,l Signature*
•
It Lathe policy of the City Council to make appointments to the citizen commissions,,boards,and committees,
•1 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,breastfeedtng or
• related medical conditions);sexual orientation,gender Identity,gender expression,medical condition,genetic
3 information,marital status;military or veteran status,any other category/Mehra protected by federal and/or stair!
s 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 Fkes,.(714)5365553. .
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Switzer, Donna
From: p q <pag0424@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday,June 17, 2025 2:03 PM
To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org
Subject: Appointments to Patriot Celebration Committee
You don't often get email from paq0424@gmail corn Learn why this is important
The applications which were signed by all nominees includes acknowledgement of complying with the
city ethics code. One applicant talked about promoting unity within the community. I know this is a
consent item but it is worthwhile to remind all elected and appointed officials to promote a sense of
community within OUR city...""with justice and liberty for ALL."
Thank you,
Pat Quintana
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