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Home My WebLink About19 P&R COMM VACANCY 12-06-04 . AGENDA REPORT Agenda Item Reviewed: ~ City Manager -!./II(/- Finance Director ~ 19 MEETING DATE: DECEMBER 6.2004 TO: FROM: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER MARIA R. HUIZAR, CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION VACANCY SUMMARY: The City Council will consider applications received and may decide to appoint a member to the Parks and Recreation Commission to fill the unexpired term of Ginny Hovland. RECOMMENDATION: Pleasure of the City Council. FISCAL IMPACT: None BACKGROUND: On October 20, 2004 the City Council received a resignation letter from Ginny Hovland who was appointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Council requested that appointment to said vacancy be considered at the December 6, 2004 meeting. The following candidates have submitted their applications and are seeking appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission: Parks and Recreation Commission shall consist of five (5) members who shall residents of the City of Tustin. Terms are for two (2) years; maximum of 3 term limit. This vacancy is to fill the un-expired term of Ginny Hovland whose term would have expired on March 1, 2006. Page 2 Name Jennifer Jonson Jon Betow Henry Nunez Application Received November 8, 2004 November 15, 2004 November 24, 2004 Any additional applications received by staff after the pre~aration of the agenda will be provided to the City Council at the meeting of December 6 h. M~~;¡f a~ Chief Deputy City Clerk Attachments October 6, 2004 Ginny Hovland 14890 Chestnut Court Tustin, Ca 92780 ADMINISTRATION OCT 2 0 2004 RECEIVED Dear Mayor Kawashima and City Council Members: It is With sincere regret that I am submitting to you my resignation from the Parks and Recreation Commission. My last meeting with the Commission will be on Wednesday, November 14,2004 as lwill henceforth be ineligible to serve due to a change of address. it has been an immense pleasure serving the City of Tustin and i thank you for the opportunity to work in this community that I have loved and adopted as my own. The three terms that I have served have been educational, productive and overall rewarding. The recent passing of my mother has forced me to addressfamily matters that must be resolved in the near future and will not allow me the time to maintain two households efficiently. Again, thank you for the opportunity which has been afulfilling experience to say the least. I am confident you will have a talented and loyal replacement shortly to work on Legacy as well as sustaining what TUstin has achieved thus far. R.".pe...~~t 16m.. itted, ,;'?' Ø{~ G t::;1iOV land / CITY OF TUSTIN APPLICATION FOR SERVICE COMMISSION I COMMITTEE CIïY OF TUSTIN lOO~ NOY -6 A 10: 12 NOTE: This application Is a public document and may be released to Interested parties. Commission/Committee on which you wish to serve: Parks and Recreation Commission Name: Jennifer Johnson Home phone: 714-389-0558 Work phone: 949-754-3466 Street address: 103 Gallery Way City: Tustin Zip Code: 92782 1. Reason you wish to serve on Commission/Committee: I love the City of Tustin and wish to get more involved and serve in an active way. The Commission on Parks and Recreation has the potential to affect many residents and as someone who loves the City and the resources we have, I would like to serve in order to protect and promote those resources and the residents who love them as I do. 2. Please list your background and experience you feel qualifies you for the position: I work in government relations and previously worked for three different Members of Congress in Washington, DC. I hold a Masters Degree In Political Management from the George Washington University and studied political leadership there. I am active in my church and community and feel that the leadership training I have had in my education, professional, and personal life make me qualified for serving the City. 3. Please list professional organizations on which you have served: Orange County Public Affairs Association, California Women's Leadership Association 4. Please list anv Drofessionallicenses (current or Dast): Have you ever had a professional license su spended or revoked? If yes, explain. DYes L:. No 5. Education: Circle highest grade completed: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17+ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 List all Colleges, Business, or Trade Schools Dates Attended: License'oegree Obtained: Attended: \oeorge vvasningtOn university a AUgUS! ,~~~ - AUgUS! ¿UUl a IVIA a I exas l-nflSllan university a AUgUS! 1 ~~O - uecemoer 1 ~~ð a t>A " Please complete Page 2 6. What type(s) of civic activities are you involved in? Please list any positions you currently hold with another public agency. I am the Director of Communications for the California Women's Leadership Association. We are an organization for women (and men) who encourage women to get actively involved In their community and in pubiic service. I am also involved as a volunteer at my church with high schoolers and at Cal State Fullerton with collegiate women. I have also served as a volunteer with Bush/Cheney '04 as the South Region Communications Director, covering Orange, San Diego, and Imperial Counties. 7. Do you or your spouse do business with or work for the City of Tustin or a business that contracts with the City of Tustin? If yes, explain: 0 Yes GI No 8. Do you or your spouse do business with developers or work for a business that provides services for developers or vendors of developers? If yes, explain: [::J Yes m No 9. Have you ever been convicted (including pleading "no contest") of an offense other than receiving a traffic citation? 0 Yes m No This Includes any convictions which have been expunged from the record or have been dismissed after conviction. A yes answer is not an automatic disqualification to appointment; Items are considered only as It relates to the position for which you are applying. If yes, please attach a written explanation. If applicable, include offense(s), place(s), date(s) and penalty (Ies). PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING I certify that all statements made in this application are true and complete. I agree and understand that any misrepresentation or omission of a fact may result in disqualification of my application, refusal of appointment, and/or dismissal from appointment with the City. Date: 11/04/2004 City of Tustin Office of the City Clerk 300 Centennial Way Tustin, California 92780 Thank you for your interest in serving our community! JENNIFER B. JOHNSON JB JatWork@hotrnail.com 103 GalleryWay Tustin, CA 92782 Home (714) 389-0558 Cell (949) 278-5537 EJ\Perience: Transportation Conidor Agencies, Irvine, CA S enior G~ am Pub/it: A flam Re¡msentati-æ Manage the local, state, and federal government relations program for the government agencies that operate Orange Oounty's 51-mile public toll-road s}'item Direct Washington, Dc, and Sacramento lobb¡ists in their advocating effons. Manage the contracts of lobb¡ists and consultants. Ooordinate public affairs activities such as the annual TCA Visionary Award and Native Habitat Tour Series, et. al. June 20Q2-Present Concordia University, Irvine, CA Fall 2003, Spring 2005 Adjurú Pdi1im1 ScierœPrrfe;sor Taught Oomparative Political S}'items to History/Political Science majors, a required course. During upcoming spring semester, slated to teach American Government. Congressman Darrell Issa, San demente, CA October 200l-June 2002 Distria Re¡msentatite Represented OOngressman at community meetings. Provided outreach and assistance to local government agencies, cities, localities, O1ambers of OOmmerce, small businesses, associations, and counryorganizations. Spoke at various events. Gmgressman Darrell Issa, Washington, D.C Press SæntaryI L"IisIati'l£Assisf4nt Acted as liaison to local and nationwide print, television, and radio media for OOngressman ¡ssa. Developed communications strategy and message. Prepared press releases, advisoties, col=, and other forms of written communication. Handled education, campaign finance refonn, and election refonn issues. January-October 2001 Congressman Brian Bilbray, Washington, D.C L"Iis1atiœ CarmparrJent, Sy;tem Admnistrator, Intern CoordirnJar Prepared research and cOIrespondence for constituents of the 49th District. Managed database program and office computer s}'items. Prepared and adnúnistered an intern program. Assisted Press Secretary and wrote press releases announcing grants awarded to local entities, and assisted Legislative Assistants with legislative projects. September 1999- December 2000 Congresswoman Kay Granger, Washington, D.C September 1998-September 1999 StaffA ssistant, Tour 0XIrdinat1Jr Managed front office, corresponded to constituent concems, perfonned research, prepared memos for Legislative Assistants, and edited docwnents for Director of OOmmunications. Governor Pete WIlson, Office of Community Relations, Irvine, CA Intern Summer 1998 Assisted with administrative duties and aided in the wriring of talking points for the Governor. Education: The Graduate School of Political Management, The George Washington University, Washington, D.C MA, Political Management. Emphasis on Leadership Studies. 2001. AddRan School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Texas Otristian University, Fort Worth, TX BA, Political Science and English. 1998. Undergraduate education completed in three )"ars. Dean's List. Vice President of Alpha C1:Li Omega sorority. R£gen~College,London,England Leadmhip inLanian. Swnmer 1997. A sununer program focused on leadership studies complemented by five m:eks of travel abroad. Memberships/ Associations: Bush! O1eney '04 - South Region OOmmunications Chair. California Women's Leadership Association - Director of OOmmunications. Orange OOunry Public Affairs Association - Member. Mariners OlUrch High School Ministries - Volunteer. CITY OF TUSTIN APPLICATION FOR SERVICE COMMISSION I COMMITTEE CITY OF TUSTIN lOO~ NOV 15 A \I: IHI NOTE: This application Is a public document and may be released to Interested parties. Commission/Committee on which you wish to serve: Parks and Recreation Commission Name: Jon Betow Home phone: (714) 838-7174 Work phone: (714) 800-6416 Street address: 13241 Woodland Drive City: Tustin Zip Code: 92780 1. Reason you wish to serve on Commission/Committee: I have a strong desire to represent our citizens and the city in an area where my knowiedge and experiences would be best suited. I would like to continue with the commissions and cities vision of "creating our community through people, parks and programs" and increase the efforts of long term planning and cost savings while not sacrificing the amenities or safety of our Park and Recreational facilities and programs. 2. Please list your background and experience you feel qualifies you for the position: As a Tustin resident for over 30 years I have been an avid user of our cities parks and recreational facilities and I am a dedicated volunteer for several Tustin area youth athletic organizations. My personai experiences inciude project management, budgeting, planning, construction, safety, horticulture and turf installation. 3. Please list professional organizations on which you have served: Past Chair and Board Member - Orange County ReddiNet Task Force 4. Please list anv Drofessionallicenses (current or Dast!: Have you ever had a professional license su spended or revoked? If yes, explain. 0 Yes E] No 5. Education: Circle highest grade completed: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17+ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 List all Colleges, Business, or Trade Schools Dates Attended: License,oegree Obtained: Attended: Looncoro Loollege a "'~l !OI~~J a AA VIDeo I ecnnOtogy a Please complete Page 2 6. What type(s) of civic activities are you involved in? Please list any positions you currently hold with another public agency. Volunteer Coach and Board Member - Tustin A YSO Volunteer Coach - Tustin Girls Softball 7. Do you or your spouse do business with or work for the City of Tustin or a business that contracts with the City of Tustin? If yes, explain: DYes EI No 8. Do you or your spouse do business with developers or work for a business that provides services for developers or vendors of developers? If yes, explain: DYes EI No 9. Have you ever been convicted (including pleading "no contest") of an offense other than receiving a traffic citation? DYes EI No This Includes any convictions which have been expunged from the record or have been dismissed after conviction. A yes answer is not an automatic disqualification to appointment; items are considered only as It relates to the position for which you are applying. If yes, please attach a written explanation. If applicable, Include offense(s), place(s), date(s) and penalty (Ies). PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING I certify that all statements made in this application are true and complete. I agree and understand that any misrepresentation or omission of a fact may result in disqualification of my application, refus i t t, and/or dismissal from appointment with the City. Date: 1$5;/.1> Y , Signature: This applicati ten (10) years resume to: must be completed in full and your resume indlcatin9 current and prior employment for ust also be attached for your application to be considered. Please return application and City of Tustin Office of the City Clerk 300 Centennial Way Tustin, California 92780 Thank you for your interest in serving our community! JONATHAN S. BETOW 13241 Woodland Drive - Tustin, California 92780 714-838-7174 - betow@sbcglobal.net My objective is to continue with the commissions and the cities vision of "creating our community through people, parks and programs," while continuing with long term planning and cost savings efforts that will not sacrifice amenities or safety. I am a highly motivated team player and go-getter who will bring a strong work ethic and can do attitude to our city's winning team. Please accept my resume as a list of my professional experiences and as a supplement to my application for the Parks and Recreation Committee. Professional Experience: GMAC Mortgage Corp. dba DiTech.Com; Telecommunications Architect August, 2004 - Present Design, maintain and evaluate telephony infrastructure and call center solutions. Primary focus is maximizing current resources, cost savings and retW11 on investment in relation to telecommunications equipment and services. Western Digital Corporation; Telecommunications Engineer October, 2003 - August, 2004 Provide on-site and remote telecommunications support for a multi campus environment. Complete VoIP implementation and PBX system programming, hardware installation and traffic analysis. Work with vendors to provide timely and cost effective services. Systems responsible for include ACM 2.0, Avaya S8500 & S8300 Media Server's, G700 Media Gateway, Definity G3r & G3si, Intuity Audix and CenterVu Call Management system. Ingram Micro/ Affiliated Computer Services (ACS); Network Engineer IT June, 1998 - October, 2003 Responsible for providing hardware, software and technical support to the Corporate Office, Call Center departments and distribution centers worldwide on all telecommunication systems. Design and implementing call flow for multiple ACD groups. Trunk group creation, CSU and TI installation test and turn up. Hardware installations, traffic analysis, MAC, monitor & troubleshoot alarms and errors within all equipment. Systems responsible for include Avaya Definity G3r PBX, Rolm CBX 9751 PBX, Intuity Audix Voicernail, CMS! CenterVu Call Management system, Conversant NR, IBM Direct Talk 6000!NR, Polycom and Picture- Tel videoconference units. Project Management: 0 Migration of long distance voice services at several sites including the corporate office. Installation, test and turn up of several DS3s and additional TIs located in our distribution centers. 0 Installation and Integration of Conversant NR systems. 0 Relocation of 3,000 associates and close of two buildings at our Corporate Office and Buffalo, NY office. Coordinate the de-installation, move and re-installation of all telecommunications equipment. 0 Installation of a PBX and voicemail systems for new distribution centers. Responsibilities include making sure all environmental requirements are met; obtain pricing ITom vendors and coordinate work to be performed. 0 Implemented Enhanced 911 (E91 I) services for distribution center in minois. Western Medical Center; Communications Manager June, 1992-May, 1998 Oversee and provide managerial and technical support for all voice communications systems at several Hospital facilities, Corporate Offices, Physician Suites and Clinics. Managerial duties: Capital, operational and fiscal year budgets related to the telecommunications department. Negotiated contracts and coordinated installation and! or modifications of all telecommunications and associated equipment as it relates to the provisions of services and contract specifications. Coordinated with other hospital departments to ensure efficiency and cost effectiveness. Prepared work schedules, assigned personnel, evaluated work performance and made recommendations for personal action. Maintained and established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs and safety standards. Responded to and resolved problems and complaints raised by physicians, patients, and staff. Technical duties: Performed installation, trouble resolution and MAC related work on Northern Telecoms Option II through 81 telephone systems, along with the Norstar, Toshiba Perception, and Mitel DX200 telephone systems. Performed all MAC and database administration work related to the Centigram, and Startalk voice mail systems, PC based IPT pager system, and Call Accounting systems. Fieldwork included installation, cable and wiring techniques, punch down, and troubleshooting. Degrees and Certifications . AA Science Degree in Video Technology . Lucent Certification: Definity ECS Administration Lucent Certification: Definity ECS Expert Agent Selection . Lucent Certification: Definity ECS World Class Routing Administration Lucent Certification: CentreVu Supervisor V6 Administration with EAS Lucent Certification: Intuity Messaging Solutions . Network Testing with T -BERD 224 Custom LAN Support Additional past employment Freelance & Internships 0 CNN (Freelance) 0 Fox Sports West (Intern) 0 Mark Goodson Productions (Intern) 0 MedVid Productions (Freelance) 0 Vickie Lawrence Show (Freelance) Duties include Camera Operator, Audio, Lighting, Editing, Technical Director, Production Assistant and Stage Manager. CITY OF TUSTIN APPLICATION FOR SERVICE COMMISSION J COMMITTEE NOTE: This ap plication Is a public document and may be released to Interested parties. Name: {;rJ (L"1 I- \ IV u ~ e. '- Home phone: 1rtf- 7') 0 1-í,.90 Work phone: q'l1- 75 '3 - 'ic;óo Commission/Committee on which you wish to serve: ~~ Have you ever had a professional license suspended or revoked? If yes, explain. 5. Education: Circle highest grade completed: 9 10 List all Colleges, Business, or Trade Schools Dates Attended: Attended: 11 12 13 14 15 16 17+ License.Ðegree Obtained: Page1of2 6. What type(s) of civic activities are you involved in? Please list any positions you currently hold with another publi~e:y. ~ vf T. t1 )D. \I . ~~~ ~ þ--rcv~ ~ Ayso ~ 7ðt>~!-~ 7. Do you 0 our spouse do business with or work for the City of Tustin or a business that contract with the City of Tustin? If yes, explain: 0 Y es ~o 8. Do you or your spouse do business with developers or work for a business that pro~~ services for developers or vendors of developers? If yes, explain: 0 Yes / 9. Have you ever been convicted (including plea~"no contest") of an offense other than receiving a traffic citation? 0 Yes ~ This includes any convictions which have been expunged from the record or have been dismissed after conviction. A yes answer is not an automatic disqualification to appointment; items are considered only as it relates to the position for which you are applying. If yes, please attach a written explanation. If applicable, include offense{s), place(s), date(s) and penalty lies). PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING Signature: Date: /1-2-'1-01 resume indicating current and prior employment for r your application to be considered. Please return City of Tustin Office of the City Clerk 300 Centennial Way Tustin, California 92780 Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Page 2 012