HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORT 2025 1015 CC REG ITEM 10CCITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA
City Council Meeting
of October 15, 2025
ACTION APPOINTED GAYLE VON
EISSLER TO SERVE ON THE VENTURA
COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING
ADVISORY COUNCIL TO SERVE A TERM
ENDING JUNE 30, 2027.
BY A. Hurtado.
C. Consider Appointment to Fill Vacancy on the Area Agency on Aging Advisory
Council. Staff Recommendation: Appoint Gayle von Eissler as the City’s
representative to the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council to serve a term
ending June 30, 2027. (Staff: Ky Spangler, City Clerk)
Item: 10.C.
MOORPARK CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Ky Spangler, City Clerk
DATE: 10/15/2025 Regular Meeting
SUBJECT: Consider Appointment to Fill Vacancy on the Area Agency on Aging
Advisory Council
BACKGROUND
The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging (VCAAA) is responsible for the
implementation of the Older Americans Act in Ventura County. Its mandated functions
are planning and coordinating senior citizen programs and the administration of all Older
American Act funds. Applicants must be 60-years of age or older, a resident of Moorpark,
and registered to vote in Moorpark. The VCAAA meets six times a year on the second
Wednesday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Ventura. Each City in the County
is allotted two representatives on the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council.
Historically positions on the VCAAA have proven challenging to fill with often only two to
three applications being submitted. The table below shows application history since 2008
when the VCAAA Bylaws were amended to create two standing positions instead of one
standing and one alternate position.
Year Applications Year Applications Year Applications
2008 2 2014 3 2020 0
2010 3 2016 3 2021 2
2012 2 2018 4 2023 1
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant effect on the ability of boards and committees
to conduct meetings, in addition to posing a heightened health risk for seniors and those
with underlying health conditions. As a result of these factors, no applications were
received for VCAAA in 2020, and positions remained vacant. In 2021, two applications
were received, and members were appointed in June; however, one of the appointees
resigned nine months later in March 2022. In 2023, one application was received and at
its July 19 meeting, the Council appointed the representative and directed staff to
maintain an on-going open recruitment to fill the remaining position. It should be noted
that the appointed representative discontinued participation after 10 months and since
that time both positions have been vacant.
Item: 10.C.
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DISCUSSION
The City Clerk’s Office has maintained an open recruitment for its two positions on the
VCAAA since July 2023. Various methods have been used to advertise the vacancies
including flyers posted at the Active Adult Center, Moorpark Library, and Community
Center bulletin board; a continuous half page ad in the Active Adult Center newsletter;
social media postings; and occasional announcements made at City Council meetings.
On September 26, 2025, the City Clerk’s Office received the attached application from
Gayle von Eissler for consideration for appointment fill one of the open positions on the
VCAAA. Should the Council confirm the appointment, Ms. von Eissler’s term would begin
immediately and conclude on June 30, 2027.
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
There is no fiscal impact associated with the appointment.
COUNCIL GOAL COMPLIANCE
This action does not support a current strategic directive.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Appoint Gayle von Eissler as the City’s representative to the Area Agency on Aging
Advisory Council to serve a term ending June 30, 2027.
Attachment: Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council Application
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Print
As a candidate for appointment to a City Council Advisory Board / Commission / Committee, please complete this
application form for consideration by the City Council. Complete all questions and place “N/A” in those areas that
do not apply.
Note: Completed applications are considered public records per California Government Code 7920.530 and, therefore, are
fully disclosable to the public.
Name of the citizen appointment you are applying for:*
NOTE: A separate application must be submitted for each citizen appointment.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
First Name*
Gayle
Last Name*
von Eissler
Residential Address:*
House Number, Street Name, Unit (P.O. Box is not acceptable)
City:*
Moorpark
State:*
California
Zip:*
93021
Mailing Address (if different):
House Number, Street Name, Unit
City of Moorpark Application for Advisory Board, Commission, and Committee - Submission #7625
Date Submitted: 9/26/2025
Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council
ATTACHMENT
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City:State:Zip:
Residence Phone Number:Cell Phone Number:*E-Mail:*
NOTE: All correspondence from the City will be sent via e-mail.
Current Employer:
Retired
Employer Address:
City:State 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?
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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.
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EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND
Present Occupation:*
Retired
List relevant employment, training and experience, certificates of training, licenses, and professional
registration:*
President/Owner of lighting company for 37 years
CA Certified Landscape Design & Construction
Max. 1000 characters.
Describe your involvement in community activities, volunteer and civic organizations other than partisan political
activities:*
UC Master Gardener Orange County- 18 yrs. - served on Advisory Board 3 yrs., Served as Day Booth Lead for events
through-out OC 3 yrs., Lead for Field Trip activities 6 yrs, Liaison between OC Master Gardeners & Fullerton Arboretum
10 yrs.
Fullerton Arboretum Advisory Board 5 yrs., Member 18 yrs.
Sunday School teacher 22 yrs - Crystal Cathedral and Saddleback Church
Max. 1000 characters.
What work and/or volunteer experience do you have that relates to this position?*
I have no work or volunteer experience related to this position. However, in my many years of volunteer time given, I
have learned how to work with others as a team, striving to accomplish stated goals in unison and harmony.
Max. 1000 characters.
What interests you about this citizen appointment and why do you believe you should be appointed?*
I have recently moved from Fullerton to Moorpark. I'm not comfortable just sitting on the sidelines. Being of help to
others is very satisfying to me. I read about the need and thought it would be a good way to become active in my new
community.
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?*
If yes, please indicate the dates served:
Example: July 10, 2009 to June 25, 2010
Attachments (if any):
Choose File No file chosen
Max. file size 4MB.
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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:*
9/26/2025
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