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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015/07/13 - Agenda Packet - Special .0.04 city Of •11f AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Monday, July 13, 2015 + 10:00 a.m. City Hall Tri-Communities Room 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 A. CALL TO ORDER: Al. Pledge of Allegiance A2. Roll Call: Mayor Michael Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo Council Members Alexander, Kennedy and Williams B. COMMUNICATION FROM THE PUBLIC: This is the time and place for the general public to address the City Council on any item listed on the agenda. State law prohibits the City Council from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The City Council may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to five minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Mayor, depending upon the number of individuals desiring to speak. All communications are to be addressed directly to the Mayor and not to the members of the audience. This is a professional business meeting and courtesy and decorum are expected. Please refrain from any debate between audience and speaker, making loud noises, or engaging in any activity which might be disruptive to the decorum of the meeting. C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION: C1. DISCUSS AND FINALIZE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS, INTERVIEW CANDIDATES AND SELECT AND APPOINT A MEMBER TO FILL THE VACANCY ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) D. ADJOURNMENT I, Linda A.Troyan, City Clerk Services Director, of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on July 8, 2015, per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California, and on the City's website. ( ind. A. Troyan, MMC y Clerk Services Director, City of Rancho Cucamonga P610 STAFF REPORT h vit PLANNING DEPARTMENT L� J RANCHO CUCAMONGA Date: June 3, 2015 To: Mayor and Members of the City Council John R. Gillison, City Manager From: Candyce Burnett, Planning Director By: Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary Subject: CONSIDERATION OF THE RESIGNATION OF COMMISSIONER FRANCES HOWDYSHELL AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE THE VACANCY, AND ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council consider and accept the resignation of Frances Howdyshell from the Planning Commission/Historic Preservation Commission and -- -. - authorize staff to advertise the vacancy and accept applications to fill the position followed by a review of the applications with a tentative interview date during the week of July 13. BACKGROUND: Recently, Commissioner Frances Howdyshell notified staff of her impending retirement and subsequent resignation from the Planning/Historic Preservation Commission. Her notice follows 18 years of exemplary volunteer service to the City of Rancho Cucamonga on various boards and Commissions including the Community Foundation Board, the Library Foundation and currently the Planning Commission/Historic Preservation Commission. Her letter of resignation with an effective date of August 26 is attached for reference as Exhibit A. The Planning Commissioners serve 4-year terms as outlined in Chapter 2.20.050 of the Municipal Code. The Municipal Code addresses the parameters should a vacancy occur other than by a regular expiration of the term of office. The Code states that "it shall be filled by appointment by the Mayor with the approval of the Council for the unexpired term. The term of any Planning Commissioner shall be extended for that length of time as may be necessary and convenient to appoint and set a successor Planning Commissioner." The Code is mute on the actual specific process used to bring new prospective candidates before the Council for consideration other than the "Mayor shall submit to the Council the name of any person proposed for appointment to the Planning Commission ..." The last field of applications was culled and reviewed by the full Council (2013). ANALYSIS: Following the Council's direction to advertise the vacancy, a large display ad (Exhibit B) will be published in the Daily Bulletin on Monday June 8, Saturday June 13, Monday June 15, and Saturday June 20. Completed applications (Exhibit C)will be received until July 6. The applications will then be reviewed by Staff and recommendations regarding the candidates will be sent to the full Council to select the candidates to be interviewed. A tentative interview date held by the City Council is set for the week of July 13. Commissioner Howdyshell's term was to expire December 31, 2015 as well as Chairman Ravenel "Ray" Wimberly. Commissioner Wimberly will be eligible to seek re-appointment in P611 • CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT June 3, 2015 Page 2 December of this year. The remaining three Commissioners, Richard Fletcher, Lou Munoz and Francisco Oaxaca are serving terms set to expire December 31, 2017. Respectfully submitted, Candyce B 4-tt Planning Director CB/LS Attachments: Exhibit A—Letter of Resignation Exhibit B—Sample Advertisement Exhibit C — Sample Application • • P612 May 27, 2015 L. Dennis Michael, Mayor Sam Spagnolo, Mayor Pro Tern William Alexander, Council Member Lynne B. Kennedy, Council Member Diane Williams, Council Member Honorable Mayor and Council Members: I thank you for the honor and privilege to serve the City of Rancho Cucamonga the past 20+ years in many capacities. Over these years, I have witnessed the city grow and mature into one of the most desirable cities for families to live and for businesses to provide employment opportunities. I am also proud of the many local and national awards and accolades the City of Rancho Cucamonga has received. I have served as a Commissioner on the Planning/Historic Preservation Commission since 2007. Being a Member of this Commission helping to shape the future growth, while encouraging high standards of growth and development, have been most important to me. I have taken this responsibility very personal, and have done the utmost to do what is right for Rancho Cucamonga's future. It is with deep regret but with great satisfaction that I submit my resignation effective the adjournment of the meeting of August 26, 2015. I trust and believe the city will be in good hands with the newly appointed Commissioner when appointed. . I wish you all the best. With Warmest R ards Frances ys e , ommissioner cc: John R. Gillison, City Manager Candyce Burnett, Planning Director tetois J. Schrader, Planning Secretary EXHIBIT A P613 EXCITING OPPORTUNITY! The City of Rancho Cucamonga is an established leader in the area of City Government and Community Development The City of Rancho Cucamonga is now seeking interested individuals to serve on the Planning Commission/Historic Preservation Commission The City is looking for an individual with a strong interest in local economic development, planning and design. Applicants must be a resident of Rancho Cucamonga and be at least 18 years old Applications are available at the City Clerk's office at City Hall 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga,CA Telephone: (909)477-2700 And on the City's website: http://www.cityofrc.us/ Applications must be received by the City Clerk's Office by Monday, July 6, 2015, 5:00 PM EXHIBIT B �� P614 'ry� CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION ,RANCHO CUCAMONGA There are two requirements to serve on a City's Commission: 1. You must be a resident of the City; and 2. You must be 18 years or older. Name Address Zip Code Phone: Home Work Occupation Education (List highest year completed and all degrees.) PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERSHIP ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WILL REQUIRE MONTHLY MEETINGS. THE COMMISSION MEETS ON THE 2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, AS WELL AS SUBCOMMITTEES, ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND OTHER TASK FORCES AS NEEDED. Are there any workday evenings you could not meet? If so, please list: Why are you interested in this position? (Add additional sheets if necessary.) What do you consider to be your major qualifications? EXHIBIT C P615 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPLICATION Page 2 1. What do you see as the major planning issues facing the City in the next year? In the next five years? Ten years? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) 2. What is your perception of the role of the Planning/Historic Preservation Commission in relation to -the Community? City staff? City Council? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) • REFERENCES 1. 2. 3. Date: Signature RETURN YOUR APPLICATION TO THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE BY MONDAY, JULY 6, AT 5:00 P.M. ta'A The City of Rancho Cucamonga City Clerk's Office P.O. Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday, 7 am—6 pm • o �t EXCITING OPPORTUNITY! The City of Rancho Cucamonga is an established leader in the area of City Government and Community Development The City of Rancho Cucamonga is no* seeking interested individuals to serve on the Planning Commission/Historic Preservation Commission The City is looking for an individual with a strong interest in local economic development, planning'and design. Applicants must be a resident of Rancho Cucamonga and be at least 18 years old Applications are available.at the City,Clerk's Office at City Hall 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA Telephone:-(909) 477-2700 - And on the City's wetisite:http://www.cityotrc.us/ Applications must be received by the City Clerk's Office by Monday, July 6, 2015, 5:00PM The City Council will interview successful candidates on July 13, 2015. If you are a successful candidate,you will be notified of an interview time. u CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA • CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON THE LS_M� PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RANCHO CUCAMONGA There are two requirements to serve on a City's Commission: 1. You must be a resident of the City; and 2. You must be 18 years or older. Name Address Zip Code Phone: Home Work Email: Occupation Education (List highest year completed and all degrees.) PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERSHIP ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WILL REQUIRE MONTHLY MEETINGS. THE COMMISSION MEETS ON THE 2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, AS WELL AS SUBCOMMITTEES, ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND OTHER TASK FORCES AS NEEDED. Are there any workday evenings you could not meet? If so, please list: Why are you interested in this position? (Add additional sheets if necessary.) What do you consider to be your major qualifications? CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPLICATION Page 2 1. What do you see as the major planning issues facing the City in the next year? In the next five years? Ten years? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) 2. What is your understanding of the role of the Planning/Historic Preservation Commission in relation to the Community? City staff? City Council? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) REFERENCES 1. 2. 3. Date: Signature RETURN YOUR APPLICATION TO THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE BY MONDAY, JULY 6, AT 5:00 P.M. The City Council will interview successful candidates on July 13, 2015. If you are a successful candidate, you will be notified of an interview time. The City of Rancho Cucamonga City Clerk's Office 10500 Civic Center Drive, P.O. Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday, 7 am —6 pm NOTE: This application is public information. i_ PLANNING COMMISSION/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RECRUITMENT DEADLINE: Monday, July 6, 2015, 5:00 PM CONTACT INFORMATION: DATE NAME Email Address&PhI APPLICATION ISSUED APPLICATION RETURNED Added.Tues.ac2i:nu Emailed, Picked-Up,Mailed Date Stamp 1. \1� 1 ll &nud( uftilres VAS. hkir 2. P = bfr/zors I IN NCI\C r A A rk c.et P e-keCA- e„ () le l2.5/l5 3. � W_ iA-ow; Li113ii `V-yii/zohs" arty- P-3irr>a E~��ll 4. s 31) '4 1- is 201S s/ S. ` : ��nw\\,;) SQ H:45 riC.Ic. mrnr , In PC S011i;101-3: 6.7. SI I I 16D � : L 8. 9. 10. 11. • 12. 13. 14. 15. • 16. 17. 18. 19. • 20. . 21. 22. SIGN-IN SHEET SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION Ci. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) CI 10:00 A.M. Council Briefing Ei 10:30 A.M. First Interview e Mar a/Barna 11 :15 A.M. Second Interview Tony Guglielmo 12:00 P.M. Lunch Break Lunch will be brought in Cl 1 :00 P.M. Third Interview Joe Stofa 1 1 :45 P.M. Fourth Interview Richard Macias PLANNING/HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION O INTERVIEW QUESTIONS July 13, 2015 A. What skills, education, strengths and expertise do you feel you bring to the Planning Commission? B. What do you consider to be the biggest planning-related issue facing the City today and why? C. High Density and Transit Oriented Development is part of the future for Rancho Cucamonga. Specifically the City is investigating creating an urban corridor along Foothill Blvd and identified locations around major transportation activities such as the Metrolink station and bus lines. Describe the benefits and challenges the city may face with these developments and what your thought process would be when considering such development applications. D. Rancho Cucamonga has been shifting from a rapid growth city to an infill development community. With inf ill development comes a new set of challenges and opportunities. What do you see as those challenges and how you would balance the future growth of the city while respecting the existing character and feel of established neighborhoods and commercial developments, including preservation of our key historical resources? E. If the Council sets a land use policy or establishes a land use direction that you do not agree with, would you support it? F. What haven't we asked you that you would like to share with us? r oci 4 d U U z 4- 0 F J n 7 W � Z 0 N 2 O N U z O r P• N troi) CC w ^ � CC a U v O cn N Z f7 Ids ¢ V, a ° I 'QS as E 71-y z w 0 1 C J .. ff 0 11) r SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING to JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION C1. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) Council Briefing 10 : 00a . m . ft ) July 13, 2015 — Special City Council Meeting PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS NOTES SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION C1. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. .2 o 5. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) Interview Questions PLANNING/HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS July 13, 2015 A. What skills, education, strengths and expertise do you feel you bring to the Planning Commission? B. What do you consider to be the biggest planning-related issue facing the City today and why? C. High Density and Transit Oriented Development is part of the future for Rancho Cucamonga. Specifically the City is investigating creating an urban corridor along Foothill Blvd and identified locations around major transportation activities such as the Metrolink station and bus lines. Describe the benefits and challenges the city may face with these developments and what your thought process would be when considering such development applications. D. Rancho Cucamonga has been shifting from a rapid growth city to an infill development community. With infill development comes a new set of challenges and opportunities. What do you see as those challenges and how you would balance the future growth of the city while respecting the existing character and feel of established neighborhoods and commercial developments, including preservation of our key historical resources? E. If the Council sets a land use policy or establishes a land use direction that you do not agree with, would you support it? F. What haven't we asked you that you would like to share with us? July 13, 2015 — Special City Council Meeting PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS NOTES • SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION C1. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) I � q Maria Barna d First Interview = 10 : 30 a • m • PLANNING/HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS July 13, 2015 A. What skills, education, strengths and expertise do you feel you bring to the Planning Commission? B. What do you consider to be the biggest planning-related issue facing the City today and why? C. High Density and Transit Oriented Development is part of the future for Rancho Cucamonga. Specifically the City is investigating creating an urban corridor along Foothill Blvd and identified locations around major transportation activities such as the Metrolink station and bus lines. Describe the benefits and challenges the city may face with these developments and what your thought process would be when ■ considering such development applications. D. Rancho Cucamonga has been shifting from a rapid growth city to an infill development community. With infill development comes a new set - of challenges and opportunities. What do you see as those challenges and how you would balance the future growth of the city while respecting the existing character and feel of established neighborhoods and commercial developments, including preservation of our key historical resources? E. If the Council sets a land use policy or establishes a land use direction that you do not agree with, would you support it? F. What haven't we asked you that you would like to share with us? • J SObrn r+frd 714,5 ,-0-g MARIE T. BARNA EXPERIENCE 1995—present Marie Barna Designs Interior Designer and Artist, self-employed • Interior Design, both residential and commercial. Design, plan, and implement space plans, remodeling, and new construction. Oversee construction crews, electrical, plumbing, and landscaping crews • Help historical homeowners with historical design and remodeling needs thru out So. Calif. (Victorian, Craftsman, Mid-Century, etc...) • Paint murals, illustrate children's books, and paint commissioned work for clients 2012—present Administrator, Northminster Presbyterian Church, Diamond Bar • Part-time administrator and facilities manager, 15 hours/week • Organize volunteers and coordinate church members and ministries • Help and supervise financial aid for those in need who come to office • Supervise custodial crew Volunteer work: • I taught art therapy for STRIVE, an MHS mental health group in Ontario. I did that twice a week for 2 years until they lost their grant money and had to close. We assisted the homeless, abused, and mentally ill clients from the Ontario, Upland and Rancho areas. • For 15 years I worked for the bishops of San Bernardino Diocese as I of their Master of Ceremonies, which is organizing and facilitating multi-cultural liturgies (anywhere from 200-2000 people), throughout southern CA. (resigned June 2015) • I have always been active at the churches my husband and I have been assigned, mostly facilitating and organizing volunteers and multi-cultural ministries. I implemented a teen youth group and led a core team of 20 young adults for 7 years. • 1 served on the Advisory Board for the San Bernardino Sun newspaper, the sister paper to the Daily Bulletin. Historical Home Experience Owned 5708 Hellman Ave., Rancho Cucamonga, from 1995-2005: 1915 Craftsman home. Worked with Larry Henderson on obtaining Mills Act status. Renovated home and brought up to historical style. Owned 3170 Valencia Ave.,San Bernardino,92404, from 2006-2009: 1929 Mission Revival Style. Worked with city to implement a Historical Home Program and Mills Act Program for homeowners. 3170 Valencia Ave. was the 1'historical home for the city of San Bernardino. Personal: Married to husband, John, for 40 years. John is ordained clergy at St. Peter and Paul's Parish in Alta Loma and also works for the Diocese of San Bernardino. I have 1 son who is a fire captain for Upland Fire, a great daughter-in=law and 4 granddaughters. MARIE BARNS RECEIVED JUN 10 2015 cittr CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA >-r TY CLERK , J CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE RANCHO PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMIS XO CuCAr4GNGA CUCAMONGA There are two requirements to serve an a City's Commission: 1. You must be a resident of the City;and 2. You must be 13 years or older. Marie Same Name Address Zip Code 91701 Phone: Home Work Cell • Email: — occupation interior designer and artist Education(List highest year completed and all degrees.) Chaffey College, Interior Design Cert. Program,2 years Cal State Fullerton, 1 year PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERSHIP ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION __ WILL REQUIRE MONTHLY MEETINGS. THE COMMISSION MEETS ON THE 214° AND 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH,AS WELL AS SUBCOMMITTEES,ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND OTHER TASK FORCES AS NEEDED. Are there any workday evenings you could not meet? If so,please list: no Why are you interested in this position? (Add additional sheets if necessary.) l am interested for 2 reasons: 1st to continue the city's preservation of our historical sites • and planning, and 2nd,to help plan our effort to conserve water and possibly help homeowners plan ano implement droughi teleran landscapes ano otherwaier saving plans. Wnat do you consider to be your major qualifications? I have been a designer and artist in Rancho for 30 years and a resident for almost 35 years. My background in interior design,art history,and history of architecture lends itself to the historical preservation of Ranchos heritage. I have also owned 2 " historic hangs and an familiar with the Mills Act of CA Lha,ns also been cell anipinynrt for many of those years and understand how a business works. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNINGIHISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPLICATION Page 2 1. What do you see as the major planning issues facing the City in the next year? In the next five years? Ten years? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) Water water water! or lack of water!The next 5 to 10 years(actually sooner) is crucial in planning water saving ideas and planning accordingly.With the lack of water,tire danger and brush fire incidents increase. How do we prepare for emergencies? Also as the city ages,the challenge is to keep the integrity of the buildings,landscapes and ads. 1.,ould 0t30 Eke to set Ce„bal Parr completed. 2. What is your understanding of the role of the Planning/Historic Preservation Commission in relation to the Community? City staff? City Council? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) Collaboration is the key to the commissions relationship to the community,staff and city council.Communication is vital between all groups.The commission's role is to share the vision and help the community understand the importance of planning and preserving. REFERENCES • 1 Larry Henderson 2. Steve Tye,Mayor of Diamond Bar g Nancy Lyons,City Council, Diamond Bar &/ 1 Date: ( /.5/ Signature RETURN YOUR APPLICATION TO THE CITY CLERICS OFFICE BY MONDAY,JULY 6,AT 5:00 P.M. The City Council will interview successful candidates on July 13, 2015. If you are a successful candidate, you will be notified of an interview time. The City of Rancho Cucamonga City Clerk's Office 10500 Civic Center Drive,P.O.Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga,CA 91729 Office Hours: Monday lhru Thursday,7 am—6 pm NOTE: This application is public information. July 13, 2015 — Special City Council Meeting PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS NOTES f SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION C1. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) I � I f Tony Guglielmo Second Interview 1 11 : 15a . m . 03 PLANNING/HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS July 13, 2015 A. What skills, education, strengths and expertise do you feel you bring to the Planning Commission? B. What do you consider to be the biggest planning-related issue facing the City today and why? C. High Density and Transit Oriented Development is part of the future for Rancho Cucamonga. Specifically the City is investigating creating an urban corridor along Foothill Blvd and identified locations around major transportation activities such as the Metrolink station and bus lines. Describe the benefits and challenges the city may face with these developments and what your thought process would be when considering such development applications. • D. Rancho Cucamonga has been shifting from a rapid growth city to an infill development community. With infill development comes a new set of challenges and opportunities. What do you see as those challenges and how you would balance the future growth of the city while respecting the existing character and feel of established neighborhoods and commercial developments, including preservation of our key historical resources? • E. If the Council sets a land use policy or establishes a land use direction that you do not agree with, would you support it? F. What haven't we asked you that you would like to share with us? i DocuSign Envelope ID:10906874-9796-140E-9F9C-7F9139FAB91206 • t CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA )iti sJ CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON THE l!�s.R.�,,,',,,DI� PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CUCAMONGA There are two requirements to serve on a City's Commission: 1. You must be a resident of the City;and 2. You must be 18 years or older. Name Tony M.Guglielmo Address Zip Code 91701 Phone: Home Work' Email: Occupation Real Estate Broker-Owner/Manager of Allied Commercial Real Estate-Ontario.CA Education(List highest year completed and all degrees.) 2002•Bachelor of Silence•Business Administration•University of California-Riverside - -- - - • PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERSHIP ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WILL REQUIRE MONTHLY MEETINGS. THE COMMISSION MEETS ON THE 2NO AND 4TH - - WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH,AS WELL AS SUBCOMMITTEES,ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND OTHER TASK FORCES AS NEEDED. Are there any workday evenings you could not meet? If so,please list: NONE Why are you interested in this position? (Add additional sheets if necessary.) Born and raised in Upland and now as a resident and property owner In Ratio Cucamonga for over 10 years I have a vested Interest in the success and vial being of our beautiful city. I have a passion for real estate and the planning process. Its been very Interesting to watch the various cities around the Inland Empire grow and mature into vibrant communities 0.e.Jurupa Vatey, Eastvate,Fontana,etc). I believe Rands Cucamonga has been a model for success and want to help continue on gist Uadition. What do you consider to be your major qualifications? it Resident d property owner tot over 10 years In the City 2)Commercial Real Estate Broker(Fast 14 Years)•Current business owner with leadership and management experience • 3)A civic minded individual that is genuinely interested In growth and development issues. 4)1 am a great listener with the abiaty to keep a dear focus on what is best for Me pudic interests white remaining objective during the process I DooiSign Envelope ID:10906071-9796<4DF-9F9C-7F9BSFABB206 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION.APPLICATION Page 2 1. What do you see as the major planning issues lacing the City in the next year? In the next five years? Ten years? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) In the nest year some of tra main 4sues fatiig ire penning commbslon include promoting eldmn awareness In support of=met y Walk oajeetives,pafleias and pogroms. Its de planning commissions job la foster growth by ocprely promoting codrosed and effective expansion of relal.Industrial.office and retidential real estate.In the long nn the planning commission needs to encourage proactive long-range panning by recogiziig Ind solving proolml before they ocean end Ian advantage of opportunities while Mayexist. 2. What is your understanding of the role of the PlanningMistoric Preservation Commission in relation to the Community? City staff? City Council? (Attach additional sheets as necessary.) A planning cammhsbnera job Indudes listening and connecting with the emvmmlly end the people that live there. They musl • listen to the wanking and concerns of the people while at the same time considering the shod term and tong term impacts of the proposal.The exy sun assists in gainerng Information end facts relating to the decisions being made and makes a recommendation to the Planning Commission. Follm ing a vets of tne planning cammbsbn most decisions require .._ follow-up and approval by the Cry Council. It Is[meal that commune-atom between the City stall.City cans and planing Clnanaslan be open and flawing M order In baler a WabMrybve eM9enmera resWWg an success for the casRY ity. REFERENCES 1. Ray Podnu Sr.-RandoCurandnga Business Owner- 2. Dr.Susan Siegel.Loal Medical Practitioner a 3. Mark Dewing-PresldenUCEO-Inland Vateys Association of Realtors 6/19/2015 Date: Signature RETURN YOUR APPLICATION TO THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE BY MONDAY,JULY 6, AT 5:00 P.M. The City Council will interview successful candidates on July 13,2015, ff you are a successful candidate. you will be notified of an interview time. The City of Rancho Cucamonga • City Clerk's Office 10500 Civic Center Drive,P.O.Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga,CA 91729 Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday,7 am—6 pm • - NOTE: This application is public information. July 13, 2015— Special City Council Meeting PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS NOTES t SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION C1. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) Lunch Break 12 : 00p . m . _ _ _ Lunch will be brought in n O . O -0 3 ■ SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION C1. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) Joe Stofa Third Interview 1 : 00p . m . O O N O . m 3 PLANNING/HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS July 13, 2015 A. What skills, education, strengths and expertise do you feel you bring to the Planning Commission? B. What do you consider to be the biggest planning-related issue facing the City today and why? C. High Density and Transit Oriented Development is part of the future for Rancho Cucamonga. Specifically the City is investigating creating an urban corridor along Foothill Blvd and identified locations around major transportation activities such as the Metrolink station and bus - -- lines. Describe the benefits and challenges the city may face with these developments and what your thought process would be when considering such development applications. - : D. Rancho Cucamonga has been shifting from a rapid growth city to an infill development community. With infill development comes a new set of challenges and opportunities. What do you see as those challenges and how you would balance the future growth of the city while respecting the existing character and feel of established neighborhoods and commercial developments, including preservation of our key historical resources? E. If the Council sets a land use policy or establishes a land use direction that you do not agree with, would you support it? F. What haven't we asked you that you would like to share with us? A sa RED iviN .t% (} meo,ca 0IN - 2015 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON THE -`F,ff,,.r�,o;tar PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION f r�+r;r•�, "n _ There are two requirements to serve on a City's Commission 1.You must be a resident of the City:and 2.You must be 18 years or older. Name: Joseph E.Stofa Jr. Address: Zip Code: 91701 Phone: Home: Work: Retired Email: Occupation: Retired Associate Engineer for the City of Rancho Cucamonga • Education: BS degree in Civil Engineering at Cal Poly, Pomona PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERSHIP ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WILL REQUIRE MONTHLY MEETINGS.THE COMMISSION MEETS ON THE • 2nd and 4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH,AS WELL AS SUBCOMMITTEES,ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND OTHER TASK FORCES AS NEEDED. Are there any workdays evenings you could not meet? I am currently flexible with advance notice. Why are you interested in this position? I have worked for the City of Rancho Cucamonga over 31 years and have resided in this City since 1965. I am proud of this City and have personal interest in future development. I want the best for this City and would love to be a part of u. What do you consider to be your major qualifications? I have over 31 years of service working in all sections of Engineering.I have attended hundreds of Planning Commission Meetings at the staff level and fully understand the process.I am also involved in the Alta Loma High School Alumni Association as well as the Chamber of Commerce. I love our City and would love to continue serving by becoming a Commissioner. • CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPLICATION Page 2 1.What do you see as the major planning issues facing the City in the next year?In the next five years?Ten years? The major planning issues facing the City in the next year as well as the next five and ten years is to carefully plan for the existing vacant property. In addition, many of the existing commercial properties are in need of a face lift due to age related conditions. If these issues are carefully resolved,then the City will continue forward with the highest standard of living and be a proud place to live in. 2 What is your understanding of the role of the Planning/Historic Preservation Commission in relation to the Community. City staff?City Council? The role of the commission is to carefully exam each project submitted by staff after providing any necessary modifications in coordination with the developer.The Commission will receive a verbal staff report and obtain comments from the audience. Upon completion,the Commissioners will evaluate all the material and recommend either an approval or denial. If,the applicant is not satisfied with the recommendation of the Commission,they may appeal their decision to the City Council,who has the authority to over turn the decision. REFERENCES 1. Linda Daniels 2. Dan James 3. Candyce Burnett Date: June 24, 2015. Signature. RETURN YOUR APPLICATION TO THE CITY CLERKS OFFICE BY MONDAY,JULY 6,AT 5:00 PM The City Council will interview successful candidates on July 13,2015. If you are a successful candidate, you will be notified of an interview time. The City of Rancho Cucamonga City Clerk's Office 10500 Civic Center Drive.PO Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga,Ca. 91729 • Office Hours:Monday thru Thursday. 7 AM. -6 PM Note:this application is public information. July 13, 2015 — Special City Council Meeting PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS NOTES SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 -- C. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION C1. Discuss and finalize interview questions, interview candidates and select and appoint a member to fill the vacancy on the Planning/Historical Preservation Commission. (Information to be provided at the meeting.) Richard Macias Fourth Interview 1 : 45p . m . 9 n •• m a N 3� ^. 3 PLANNING/HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS July 13, 2015 A. What skills, education, strengths and expertise do you feel you bring to the Planning Commission? B. What do you consider to be the biggest planning-related issue facing the City today and why? C. High Density and Transit Oriented Development is part of the future for Rancho Cucamonga. Specifically the City is investigating creating an urban corridor along Foothill Blvd and identified locations around major transportation activities such as the Metrolink station and bus lines. Describe the benefits and challenges the city may face with these developments and what your thought process would be when considering such development applications. - - - - D. Rancho Cucamonga has been shifting from a rapid growth city to an inf ill development community. With infill development comes a new set of challenges and opportunities. What do you see as those challenges and how you would balance the future growth of the city while respecting the existing character and feel of established neighborhoods and commercial developments, including preservation of our key historical resources? E. If the Council sets a land use policy or establishes a land use direction that you do not agree with, would you support it? • F. What haven't we asked you that you would like to share with us? '1 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON THE IjA�i:uo PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CUCAMONGA e E it^ J�^I 'tA There are two requirements to serve on a City's Commission: I(hI 7(115 1. You must be a resident of the City;and 2. You must be 18 years or older. .I i t'C .: B:S W!Y 01,R4:NL$o Vi n^)•.IO.1es Name . Rich Macias Address _ Zip Code 91739__ Phone: Home work Email: _ _ Occupation_ Urban Planner Education(List highest year completed and all degrees.) • Masters, Urban and Regional Planning, University of Southern California, 1994 B.A., California State University, Los Angeles, 1978 PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERSHIP ON THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WILL REQUIRE MONTHLY MEETINGS. THE COMMISSION MEETS ON THE 2N0 AND 4w" -- WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, AS WELL AS SUBCOMMITTEES,ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND OTHER TASK FORCES AS NEEDED. Are there any workday evenings you could not meet? If so.please list: No Why are you interested in this position? (Add additional sheets it necessary.) See attached.___ • What do you consider to be your major qualifications? See attached_ • CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPLICATION Page 2 V/hat rio you see as the major pit-mime issues lecino the City in the her:year? In the next five years' Ten years? (Attaci;additinnal sheets as necessary.) See attached. 2 Vine; is you: un]erstanainn or :ire iol•_ of the Plannin 'Historc Preservahon. Ccmnrss'n in relation to the Comtnu't:v? City start? City Counci:? (Atta_h addit one cheats as r,-- .,a.ry.i See attached. • REFERENCES - Hasan lkhrata, CEO, S. Calf. Assoc. of Governments,IIMMIII Randall Lewis,CEO, Lewis Group of Companies, H on. Alan Wapner, City Councilmember, Ontario,/ Dare: �°/T 7 Signature RETURN YOUR APPLICATION TO THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE BY MONDAY, JULY 6,AT 5:00 P.M. The City Council will interview successful candidates on July 13.2015. If you are a successful candidate. you will be notified of an interview time. The City of Rancho Cucamonga City Clerk's Office 10500 Civic Center Drive,P.O.Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga,CA 91729 Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday.7 am—6 pm NOTE. I'its amPSCahon is pubic inforsiabon • PLANNING COMMISSION QUESTIONNAIRE-RICH MACIAS WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THIS POSITION? I am interested in serving on the Planning Commission for two primary reasons. First,as a twenty-five year resident of the City,it is in my vested interest to serve the community and to continue the mission of keeping Rancho a"world class community." As a proud resident,I have seen Rancho grow into one of Southern California's premier places to live,as well as the Inland Empire's most thriving community. It would be my pleasure to help the City continue to preserve those qualities and to ensure the highest standards for our residents now and into the future. Secondly,it has been my pleasure to have previously been appointed to the City's Planning Commission by the City Council. I served on the Commission for eleven years,from 1996 to 2007. I enjoyed my experience very much,we accomplished a lot,and I would like the opportunity to serve again on the Commission as I am newly retired and will have ample opportunity to devote time and effort to my commission responsibilities. I would consider it a privilege and honor to serve the City Council and the Rancho community once again. WHAT DO YOU CONSIDER TO BE YOUR MAJOR QUALIFICATIONS? My qualifications are threefold. First,as a longtime resident of our City I am well familiar with the quality of life that we have in Rancho. I am familiar with every part of our city and what the pulse is of our community,what our residents like,what their expectations are,and the standard of living that the City Council and our residents wish to achieve. Secondly,having served on the Planning Commission I cite my previous experience as a major asset. I was involved in a multitude of issues and projects ranging from simple design review,to large scale development projects and policy development. I participated in the City's General Plan update,the Victoria Gardens development,numerous historic preservation projects,planning and zoning code development,code enforcement issues,and community outreach efforts. I also participated in a multitude of planning committees,design review,and joint commission and City Council planning efforts. Finally,I would cite my formal education and professional career as an urban"planner"for over thirty- nine years. I possess a Master of Science degree from the University of Southern California(U.S.C.),in Urban and Regional Planning. Over the course of my career I have worked for the Army Corps of Engineers,the City of Los Angeles Redevelopment Agency,Southern California Association of Governments,as well as in the private sector. Through my career experience I have developed a strong understanding of urban and transportation planning,smart and sustainable growth,land use and zoning;urban design,economic and infrastructure development,and environmental planning. Additionally,I have had extensive experience in dealing with elected officials,the media,and the public. With my experience and training,I can make a successful contribution to the City's Planning - Commission. WHAT DO YOU SEE AS THE MAJOR PLANNING ISSUES FACING THE CITY IN THE NEXT YEAR? IN THE NEXT FIVE YEARS? TEN YEARS? The primary factors that will influence planning policy in Rancho Cucamonga's future will be increases in population,water and energy resource conservation,and demands for more housing,employment and services. As the City continues to mature,its growth will induce these pressures that will require implementation of planning policies that focus on smart growth and sustainability,increased and enhanced services,and economic viability,while maintaining the City's character and good quality of life for its residents. That being said,over the next few years the major planning issues for the City will revolve around the initiation of smart growth/sustainable community strategies,continued economic development,and enhanced public health and safety. It is imperative that future development include smart growth initiatives that incorporate energy and water conservation strategies,public health options such as pedestrian friendly components,active transportation,and land use strategies that incorporate strategic initiatives for the continued economic growth and vitality of the our City. Planning policy should encourage investment strategies that balance land uses with transportation needs,environmental amenities,and economic development opportunities to ensure higher quality of life standards. Smart growth strategies will also provide greater economies of scale,for both the taxpayer and business community. Additionally,as the Inland Empire continues to grow,the City will have to focus on what external influences beyond the City's limits could impact the quality of life of our residents,including the economic vitality of the City. It will be ever important to understand what external influences are and how they would impact planning policy. I believe that it is imperative that Rancho Cucamonga set the standard for the smart growth in the Inland Empire. Beyond the immediate future, Rancho will be faced with declining revenues from outside sources and greater demands for services. As the City continues to grow,there will be increased needs for housing, conservation measures,and infrastructure preservation. As these needs continue to become apparent, the City will need to address these concerns by updating planning policy via its general plan development and implementation. The City will have to rely on the development of strategic planning policies and initiatives that will focus on preserving the City's quality of life,maintaining the health and safety of its citizens,economic viability,and continued implementation of smart land use and planning policy. WHAT IS YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE ROLE OF THE PLANNING/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION IN RELATION TO THE COMMUNITY? CITY STAFF? CITY COUNCIL? The primary responsibility of the Planning/Historic Preservation Commission is to support and uphold polices set forth by the City Council and the City's General Plan. To that end,the Planning Commission must promote the health and general welfare of the community by encouraging the most appropriate development that will ensure and protect the community's identity,quality of life,environment,cultural and historic resources,and promote the highest standards in land use,project development,and design. City staff makes recommendations to the Commission for its review and consideration. The City's planning staff functions as the technical experts for the Planning Commission,providing all of the necessary technical information for the Commission to make decisions and recommendations for City Council review and approvals. To that end,the Planning Commission functions as a decision making body for the City staff,and provides review,recommendations,and approvals,that would then be forwarded for City Council action. The Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council. In short,the City Council thus relies on its planning staff to develop technical recommendations,it relies on the Commission to review the staff work and make further recommendations to the City Council for final review and approval. I believe that the Planning Commission is an extension of the City Council, serving as an advisory body to the Council.The Commission must fully understand and recognize the pulse of the City Council,what it wants,what is expected,and how the Council wants the City's General Plan and other policies to be implemented. • • July 13, 2015— Special City Council Meeting PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS NOTES