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HomeMy WebLinkAbout17 A6 Planning Commission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: Pearl Michalson, Deputy City Clerk Stacy Ulmen CMC, City Clerk SUBJECT: (Re) Appointments to the City Planning Board MEETING DATE: February 9, 2015 MEETING TYPE: Action RECOMMENDATIONS: I move to (re)appoint up to [three people] to the City Planning Board with terms expiring on January 31, 2017. I move to confirm the Mayor’s reappointment of Gerald Pape, as recommended by the County Commission, to the Joint City-County position on the City Planning Board with a term expiring on January 31, 2017. BACKGROUND: One Mayoral appointee term expired on January 31, 2015. The existing member reapplied and was approved by the County Commission on Tuesday, February 3, 2015. Three City Commission appointed positions expired on January 31, 2015. One of the existing applicants decided not to reapply. The other two existing members have reapplied. All positions on the City Planning Board are two year terms. The City Planning Board shall encourage local units of government to improve and plan for the future development of the City of Bozeman and areas adjacent to the City to the end that highway systems be carefully planned; that new community centers grow only with adequate highway, utility, health, educational, and recreational facilities; that the needs of agriculture, industry, and business be recognized in future growth; and that residential areas provide healthy surroundings for family life. The City of Bozeman Planning Board powers and duties, jurisdiction and composition are codified in the Bozeman Municipal Code in Sections 2.05.500 through 2.05.520. The composition is listed as follows: 320 Sec. 2.05.520. Composition. A. The planning board shall consist of nine members, appointed to two-year terms to expire on January 31, as follows: 1. One member appointed by the city commission from its own membership. The term of the appointed member shall be coextensive with the term of office to which such member has been elected or appointed unless the commission, on its first regular meeting of each year, appoints another to serve as its representative or unless the appointee's commission term is terminated; 2. Three members appointed by the city commission, one of whom, at the commission's discretion, may be an employee of the city or hold public office in the city or the county. The appointments shall be for two-year terms, with those terms to expire on January 31 of odd-numbered years; 3. One member appointed by the mayor, upon designation by the county board of commissioners, who may be a member of the board of county commissioners or an office holder or employee of the county. This appointment shall expire on January 31 of odd-numbered years; 4. Four citizen members appointed by the mayor, who shall be resident freeholders within the city limits, and who shall be qualified by knowledge and experience in matters pertaining to the development of the city. These appointments shall be coterminous with the term of the mayor. B. The city clerk shall certify the members appointed by the city commission. The certificates shall be sent to and become a part of the records of the planning board. The mayor shall make similar certification for the appointment of citizen members. There is one expired position for a Mayoral appointee with one reapplying applicant, and three expiring positions with four new applicants and two reapplying applicants. New Applicant: Reapplying Applicant: Johannah Richards Paul Neubauer Paul Spitler George Thompson Haley Vicchio-Wilson Gerald (Jerry) Pape Jr. (Mayoral Appointment) Jordan Zignego Attachments: Board Applications 321 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 177 Form inserted: 1/26/2015 2:40:07 PM Form updated: 1/26/2015 2:40:07 PM Name: Paul Neubauer Physical Address *: 210 S. Bozeman Ave. P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 587-6084 Additional Phone: Email *: prneubauer@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Carpenter / Property Manager Employer *: Self How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Planning Board (City) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: 2.5 yrs If so, where ?: Bozeman Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: What most qualifies me for another term on the Planning Board is my service on the Board for the last two and a half years. Since I (unlike most of my peers on the Board) do not work directly in the development or real estate fields, it has taken some time for me to get familiar with the acronyms, policies and procedures that are relevant to our meetings and deliberations. Being a carpenter, parent, and outdoor enthusiast, I think the concerns I have with growth in the valley are shared with the 322 majority of residents. My thoughts on affordable housing, sustainable development, infill, green space, taxes and infrastructure are ideas that are commonly shared by the people that make this valley run. Now that I have a sound working knowledge of the Boards’ work, I feel I can effectively represent those concerns. During my tenure I have visited every site that we have deliberated on, gone to every training and presentation made available to me, and missed less than a handful of meetings. I review materials given to me, and come to serve with no rigid agenda or ideology. Whatever opinions I may have, I remain open to new information that may change those opinions, and constantly look to bring attention to things that may otherwise go unnoticed. I take my responsibility to the Board and community seriously, and hope that my record demonstrates that. I would be excited and honored to serve another term on the Board if I am chosen to do so. Reference 1 *: Paul Lachapelle paul.lachapelle@gmail.com 406 599 7750 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Jon Henderson jonhmt@gmail.com 406 579 8223 Other Info: How did you hear about us?: Serving 323 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 163 Name: George Thompson Physical Address *: 12 Hill Street City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 581-6000 Additional Phone: (406) 556-1370 Email *: gthompson.bozmt@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Adjunct Instructor, College of Business MSU Employer *: MSU, Self How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Planning Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: 4 yrs, 2 yrs, 1 year If so, where ?: Gallatin County Tax Appeals Board, Bozeman Impact Fee Commission, Bozeman Zoning and Planning Boards Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: Have spent over 25 years working as an Architect and Project Manager on a wide variety of public and private projects. As a Bozeman property owner and taxpayer since 1980, I have experienced the continued growth of Bozeman and the challenges which come with change. The professional experience of working in large cities provides additional insight as to 'good growth' policies and working within local constraints and budgetary demands. While working on the development team assisting a small village in the acquisition and development of a 1,120 acre former Naval Air Base I become aware of the importance of placing public issues and decisions in front of personal agendas. The continued growth of Bozeman requires a dedicated approach to solving problems for the best long term needs of its residents. Such solutions must embrace both quality of life issues for Bozeman while meeting fiscal responsibility and budget demands Education: MBA; University of Chicago; Finance and Marketing, 1995 Masters of Architecture; University of Colorado; 1984; Honors Thesis “Cheese Factory in Nebraska” BA; University of Nebraska Licensed Architect, Real Estate Broker-Illinois Community Activities: Montana: Gallatin County Tax Appeal Board, conducting hearings and leading decisions based on analysis of taxpayers appeals. City of Bozeman Boards: Impact Fee, Planning, Zoning. Participated/supported Boy Scout Troop 679, Bridger Free Style Ski Team, Bozeman Legion Baseball. 324 Reference 1 *: Pete Peck Owner-Rental Professional Property Management phone: 406-585- 1775 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Doug Fletcher Managing Director-Fletcher and Company mobile: 406-581-5079 How did you hear about us?: Currently on the Zoning board, continue to serve 325 326 327 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 156 Name: Johannah C Richards Physical Address *: 171 Talon Way Unit A City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59718 Primary Phone *: (970) 319-3986 Email *: Johannah.Richards@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Consultant Employer *: Self Employed How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: < 1 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Planning Board (City) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: -I am a business process consult for Municipal and County governments with a focus on Planning, Building, Engineering, and Utility divisions. -I was employed in The City of Aspen's Community Development Department for 8 years as the Operations/Administrative Manager. -I have a strong commitment to current and long range planning in the community where I live. - I have a solid understanding of the balance and collaboration that must be built between developers, contractors, design professionals, citizens, and the City to create a livable and sustainable community. Reference 1 *: Ryan Walterscheid, LEED, AIA, Project Architect & City of Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission Member RyanW@Cunniffe.com 970.274.9598 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Jessica Garrow, AICP, Long Range Planner, City of Aspen Jessica.Garrow@CityofAspen.com 970.429.2780 Other Info: Previous Board and Community Volunteer Positions: -Board Member and Treasurer,Roaring Fork Center for Community Leadership -Civic Project Team Leadership Coach,Roaring Fork Leadership Classes -Advisory Committee Member,Collaborative Solutions -Graduate, Roaring Fork Leadership Program -Volunteer,Global Kid Connect -VIP Hospitality Tent and Volunteer Coordinator,United States Pro Cycling Challenge How did you hear about us?: City Website 328 Name: Paul Spitler Physical Address *: 1495 Maiden Spirit City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (202) 360-1912 Additional Phone: (406) 404-1456 Email *: paul_spitler@yahoo.com Your current occupation *: Director of Wilderness Campaigns Employer *: The Wilderness Society How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Planning Board (City) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I moved to Bozeman in 2012 after four years in Washington DC so that I could raise my family in a small town close to nature. I am very interested in serving the community, and working to keep Bozeman such a wonderful place to live and work. I have spent nearly two decades as an environmental professional, and have worked in the non-profit, philanthropic, and for-profit sectors. Much of my life’s work has been focused on land preservation, but I also have engaged in planning, smart growth, open space, and recreation management. I have served on various boards and commissions, including the State of California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Commission, and a State of California commission focused on identifying and preserving open space. I have an undergraduate degree in geology from the University of California at Davis, and a law degree from Stanford University. In both undergraduate and law school, I emphasized environmental policy, which has been my lifelong passion. Reference 1 *: Chris Mehl Bozeman City Commission cmehl@bozeman.net 406.581.4992 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Barb Cestero Greater Yellowstone Coalition BCestero@greateryellowstone.org 406-556-2822 Other Info: I am a very hard worker, and when I dive into a job, I tackle it 110%. I would welcome the opportunity to put my background in law and policy, planning, community involvement, and government to work for the City of Bozeman. How did you hear about us?: Through the city website and talking to colleagues 329 Name: Haley Vicchio-Wilson Physical Address *: 4830 Vine St City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59718 Primary Phone *: (916) 207-0750 Email *: haleyvicchio@yahoo.com Your current occupation *: Product Specialist Employer *: LexisNexis Risk Solutions How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Planning Board (City) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I have a Bachelors degree from Sonoma State University in Urban Planning (2011)- Where was a co-author of "City of Rohnert Park City Master Plan 2010-2011" I was a recipient of the California Planning Foundation Paul Crawford Scholarship for my dual degrees in Urban Planning and Statistics. Reference 1 *: Mike Woodberry - LexisNexis Risk Solutions Ashley Fields - Charter Communications Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Mike: (406)556-3035, mike.woodberry@lexisnexis.com Ashley: (406)539-4651 Other Info: I am a highly motivated individual who would love the opportunity to help shape the future of the city I live in. I would love to get back to my background in Urban Planning and help the City grow and become a better place to live, work and play! How did you hear about us?: Gallatin County 330 Name: Jordan Zignego Physical Address *: 803 N. 15th Ave. City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 853- 4120 Email *: JZignego@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Architectural Designer Employer *: Ensito How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 8 years Which position are you applying for? *: Planning Board (City) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: Worked in architectural field for over four years. Nominated as Guest Teacher several times and an associate member of American Institute of Architects. Reference 1 *: Chris Mehl Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Jack Smith, 406-994-7353 Other Info: I feel strongly about city planning and the need for it in Bozeman. I think that I would be well suited for this position because of my training, experience, education and vocation. Thank you for your consideration. 331