HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORT 2023 0621 CCSA REG ITEM 09ACITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA
City Council Meeting
of June 21, 2023
ACTION APPOINTED KEVIN HAMALAINEN
TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO FILL
THE UNEXPIRED PORTION OF THE
EXISTING TERM CONCLUDING ON
DECEMBER 31, 2024.
BY A. Hurtado.
A. Consider Presentations from Applicants for the Planning Commission to Complete
the Remaining Term due to an Unscheduled Vacancy. Staff Recommendation:
Hear applicant presentations and appoint one Commissioner to fill an unscheduled
vacancy on the Planning Commission for the unexpired portion of the existing term
concluding on December 31, 2024. (Staff: Ky Spangler, City Clerk)
Item: 9.A.
MOORPARK CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Ky Spangler, City Clerk
DATE: 06/21/2023 Regular Meeting
SUBJECT: Consider Presentations from Applicants for the Planning
Commission to Complete the Remaining Term due to an
Unscheduled Vacancy
BACKGROUND
Recruitment to fill one unscheduled vacancy on the Planning Commission created as a
result of the resignation of Commissioner Jeff Brodsly opened on May 15, 2023, and
closed at 5:00 p.m. on June 12, 2023, with three applications received. The selected
candidate will serve the remaining portion of the term ending December 31, 2024.
Policy 2.2 of City Council Policies Resolution states applicants for the Planning
Commission are required to attend a regular or special City Council meeting, as
scheduled by the City Clerk, to make a brief presentation on qualifications and interest
in the appointment. The recruitment specified June 21, 2023, as the City Council
meeting to receive three-minute presentations from the applicants.
DISCUSSION
The names of the Planning Commission applicants are:
•Kevin Hamalainen
•Shannon Pascual
•Bruce Rokos
Mr. Rokos was previously appointed to the Planning Commission to complete the
remainder of the term of Commissioner Haverstock. Commissioner Haverstock
resigned in June 2021, and Mr. Rokos served as a Planning Commissioner from
July 27, 2021, to December 31, 2022. Mr. Hamalainen and Ms. Pascual have not
previously served on the Planning Commission.
The City Council’s current Policies Resolution No. 2022-4097 sets forth the Council
procedure for citizen appointments to boards, commissions, and committees. The
Item: 9.A.
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Council policies have been followed for the posting and publication of notice of the
vacancy. A press release was issued, a notice of the recruitment was prominently
advertised on the City’s website and on social media feeds.
The Council’s Policy resolution also provides the procedure for appointments as follows;
this procedure will be utilized at the June 21, 2023, meeting to nominate and appoint
members to the respective Commissions:
A.The Mayor shall solicit suggested nominees from members of the Council.
B.Prior to making a motion for appointment, the Mayor shall announce the
names of all persons he/she intends to nominate, and in the order to be
nominated, for a board, commission, or committee.
C.The Mayor shall make a motion putting forth each individual name to be
approved for appointment.
D.A second shall be required.
E.The Council shall vote on each appointment individually.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as it does
not constitute a project, as defined by Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
Therefore, no environmental review is required.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
COUNCIL GOAL COMPLIANCE
This action does not support a current strategic directive.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Hear applicant presentations appoint one Commissioner to fill an unscheduled vacancy
on the Planning Commission for the unexpired portion of the existing term concluding
on December 31, 2024.
Attachment: Planning Commission Applications
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ATTACHMENT
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NOTE: All correspondence from the City will be sent via e-mail.
Current Employer:
PennyMac Loan Services
Employer Address:
6101 Condor Drive
City:
Moorpark
State
CA
Zip
93021
Yes No
Are you registered to vote?*
Yes No
Do you reside within the City Limits?*
Yes No
Are you age 60 or older?
Hamalainen, Kevin
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Yes No
Do you reside within the City’s Area of Interest, or within the Moorpark Unified School District boundaries or
do you own a business within the City of Moorpark?
Yes No
Do you have relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Moorpark; or who are
currently serving on the City Council; or who are presently serving in a City appointed position?*
If yes, please explain:
Max. 1000 characters.
Yes No
Do you serve on any appointed board, commission, or committee for the County of Ventura?*
If yes, please explain:
Max. 1000 characters.
Hamalainen, Kevin
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SIGNATURE
The following terms are accepted by the applicant upon submitting the online application:
By clicking on the 'Submit' button, I hereby certify all statements made in this application are true, and I agree
and understand that any misstatement or omission of material fact will cause forfeiture on my part of all rights
of appointment with the City of Moorpark. I authorize investigation of all matters contained in this application. If
appointed, I further agree to sign an oath of office as required by State law. I understand that this completed
application is the property of the City of Moorpark and will not be returned. I understand that I must notify the
City Clerk of any changes in my name, address, or phone number.
I have considered the duties, role, and time commitment involved in this appointment and request that you
consider me for appointment.
Application Date:*
5/25/2023
Hamalainen, Kevin
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NOTE: All correspondence from the City will be sent via e-mail.
Current Employer:
N/A
Employer Address:
N/A
City:
N/A
State
N/A
Zip
Yes No
Are you registered to vote?*
Yes No
Do you reside within the City Limits?*
Yes No
Are you age 60 or older?
Pascual, Shannon
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Yes No
Do you reside within the City’s Area of Interest, or within the Moorpark Unified School District boundaries or
do you own a business within the City of Moorpark?
Yes No
Do you have relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Moorpark; or who are
currently serving on the City Council; or who are presently serving in a City appointed position?*
If yes, please explain:
Max. 1000 characters.
Yes No
Do you serve on any appointed board, commission, or committee for the County of Ventura?*
If yes, please explain:
Max. 1000 characters.
Pascual, Shannon
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I Agree
I certify that, if appointed, I understand that neither I nor my family members will be eligible to participate in
the City's First Time Home Buyer Program, according to the City's First-Time Home Buyer Affordable
Housing Program Participant Exclusion List.*
SIGNATURE
The following terms are accepted by the applicant upon submitting the online application:
By clicking on the 'Submit' button, I hereby certify all statements made in this application are true, and I agree
and understand that any misstatement or omission of material fact will cause forfeiture on my part of all rights
of appointment with the City of Moorpark. I authorize investigation of all matters contained in this application. If
appointed, I further agree to sign an oath of office as required by State law. I understand that this completed
application is the property of the City of Moorpark and will not be returned. I understand that I must notify the
City Clerk of any changes in my name, address, or phone number.
I have considered the duties, role, and time commitment involved in this appointment and request that you
consider me for appointment.
Application Date:*
6/12/2023
Pascual, Shannon
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NOTE: All correspondence from the City will be sent via e-mail.
Current Employer:
Vogue Sign Company
Employer Address:
715 Commercial Ave.
City:
Oxnard
State
CA
Zip
93021
Yes No
Are you registered to vote?*
Yes No
Do you reside within the City Limits?*
Yes No
Are you age 60 or older?
Rokos, Bruce
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Yes No
Do you reside within the City’s Area of Interest, or within the Moorpark Unified School District boundaries or
do you own a business within the City of Moorpark?
Yes No
Do you have relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Moorpark; or who are
currently serving on the City Council; or who are presently serving in a City appointed position?*
If yes, please explain:
Max. 1000 characters.
Yes No
Do you serve on any appointed board, commission, or committee for the County of Ventura?*
If yes, please explain:
Max. 1000 characters.
Rokos, Bruce
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EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND
Present Occupation:*
Sales Manager specializing in ADA signage for Vogue Sign Company
List relevant employment, training and experience, certificates of training, licenses, and professional
registration:*
I served on the Moorpark Planning Commission from July 2021 to January 2023. As a Licensed Signage contractor with 24
years experience in the business, I've worked in Moorpark, every city in Ventura County and numerous cities across
Southern California. The experience of integrating signage into existing buildings and shopping centers combined with
writing sign programs to make signage harmonious with new construction has provided me with perspective about design,
layout and appearance of a wide variety of industrial and commercial properties. I've researched and written sign
programs, regularly researching zoning and building regulations. I have pulled permits and understand the experience
regarding the interaction with the city and how the system works. I have previously served on the CTAC Board.
Max. 1000 characters.
Describe your involvement in community activities, volunteer and civic organizations other than partisan
political activities:*
Through the years, I have always been in touch with the community through civic organizations ranging from a participant
to holding leadership roles. As a member of the YMCA parent child program, my work led to a position on the YMCA Board
of Directors. When I was a business owner, I became a member of the Ventura Chamber of Commerce, eventually joining
their Board of Directors. I served a two year term on the Ventura County Transportation Commission as a volunteer. I
am a proud member of the Moorpark Kiwanis Club, participating in numerous civic events annually. I served 6 years as a
member of the Moorpark Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Chairman of the Board for two years and for 7 years I
was the Chairman of the Country Days celebration running all aspect of the Saturday event and pulling the Use Permits for
the event. Served 18 months on the Moorpark Planning Commission.
Max. 1000 characters.
What work and/or volunteer experience do you have that relates to this position?*
I served as a Moorpark Planning Commissioner for 18 months reviewing submittals, evaluating and commenting on
proposals and providing input to the City Council. I understand how to work with City staff in delivering on the General
Plan and supporting all ordinances. Since serving in this position, I was in the County Supervisors office where I gained
additional insight to ADU's, Junior ADU's and how they relate to Planning throughout the state of CA. I have also worked
on land use issues and how the County and City work together. In the signage field, I have an understanding of how
building signage integrates in the overall landscape of the development. I focus on small details which may have a much
larger impact, without losing sensibility, about how small things may cause big problems to developers. I’m well balanced
in my approach to use, design and cost.
Max. 1000 characters.
What interests you about this citizen appointment and why do you believe you should be appointed?*
I am a 37 year resident of Moorpark and I believe it has been well developed, in general, over the years. I would like to
continue to be part of its further transformation and help guide the next phase in the evolution of our town. I believe that
my positive experiences as a Commissioner, in our community, my passion for creating a harmonious balance of design
and function for businesses and shopping centers, coupled with my technical knowledge of how buildings are assembled,
makes me an excellent candidate for a new appointment to the Planning Commission.
Max. 1000 characters.
Yes No
Have you attended a meeting of this citizen appointment group or watched a meeting on-line?*
Yes No
Have you served on this citizen appointment group before?*
Rokos, Bruce
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