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5. Board Appointments-Mu Post Office Box 1997 - Kalispell, Montana 59903 Telephone: (406) 758-7701 Fax: (406) 758-7758 REPORT TO: Doug Russell, City Manager l" FROM: Theresa White, City Clerk MEETING DATE: May 5, 2014 RE: Annual Board Appointments At the first regular council meeting in May, a number of board appointments need to be made. Notice of the board openings was placed in the Daily Inter Lake, on the city's website, and sent to all media outlets. Letters of interest received by the April 18 deadline have been reviewed to ensure that all applicants are eligible to serve. The applicants and their specific board requests are noted below. Conrad Mansion Board (1 opening): Vanessa Ceravolo Downtown Business Improvement District Board (1 opening): Pain Mower Impact Fee Committee (3 openings): Justin Ahmann, Merna Terry, and Jeff Zauner Planning Board (4 openings): Karlene Osorio-Khor, Charles Pesola, and Matt Regier Poigce Commission (1 opening): Sam Herbert Street Tree Committee (2 openings): Andrea Davidson Technical Advisory Committee (1 opening): Tim Larson Urban Renewal Agency (3 openings): Marc Rold No letters of interest were received for the following: Board of Adjustment (3 openings) Economic Development Revolving Loan Committee (1 opening) Parking Advisory Board (2 openings) RECOMMENDATION: Mayor Johnson offer recommendations for all of the boards, followed by a member of the council making one motion to accept the recommendations and confirm the appointments. ALTERNATIVES: Mayor Johnson offer recommendations for each board separately, followed by individual council motions to accept the recommendation and confirm the appointments. If the Mayor's recommendation is rejected by the majority of council, "the Mayor shall entertain a motion from any other council member recommending another applicant for the position..." (Ordinance 1733). • � � � • i:•��� Vanessa M. Ceravolo Attorney & Counselor at Law 770 North Main Street P.O. Box 1197 Kalispell, MT 59903 Telephone: (406) 755-1958 Facsimile: (406j 755-8195 March 27, 2014 Mayor Mark Johnson and City Council P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903 Re: Conrad Mansion Board of Directors Dear Mayor Johnson and Members of the Kalispell City Council: I am writing this letter to request reappointment to the Conrad Mansion Board of Directors. During the annual meeting of the Board on March 25, 2014, 1 was elected to serve as the Vice President even though my term expires next month.. I was asked b;r our Immediate Past President to submit this letter requesting .reappointment and to express my interest in continuing to serve on the Board. It has been my honor and privilege to serve on the Conrad Mansion Board of Directors these past several years. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with all the members of the Board and wish to continue to do so. I believe I have made a valuable contribution as a Board member, especially in my capacity as an attorney. I first toured the Conrad Mansion in 1976 when it was opened to the public after being gifted by the Conrad family to the City of Kalispell around 1974, I was 17 years old and a senior at Flathead High School.. I fell in love with the Mansion then and feel fortunate ,low to serve our community in the preservation of this grand historical home, which is an il"Uportant part of our City's heritage and history. If you have any questions or require further information; then please ,eel free to call me. DOWNTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BOARD KALISPELL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 11111113 Lilt d 4 M March 11, 2014 Mayor Mark Johnson Kalispell City Council Members P. O. Box 1997 Kalispell, Mt. 59903 Re: BID Board appointment Mayor Johnson and members of the Council, Please find this our unanimous recommendation to reappoint Pam Mower to the Kalispell Business Improvement District Board of Directors. It is our firm belief that the appointment of this individual will assist us in our continued efforts to strengthen the economy of Downtown Kalispell. Her dedication to the downtown is demonstrated not only in her individual downtown business interests but also in her ability to coordinate efforts which sustain the economic vitality of the District. She also is currently serving as the Chairperson for the Business Improvement District. We have enclosed a letter of interest in reappointment from Pam and look forward to your affirmative vote to confirm her. Thank you. Sincerely, Margaret Lekander Immediate Past Chairperson P. O. Box 1997 * Kalispell, Mt. 59903 * 406-253-6923 www.DowntownKalispell.com Pam Mower PO Box 8234 Kalispell, MT. 59903 (406) 261-0027 March 12, 2014 Mayor, Kalispell City Council and Kalispell Business Improvement District P. O. Box 1997 Kalispell, Mt. 59903 Mayor, Council Members and Board Members, Please consider this a letter of interest for re -appointment to the Kalispell Business Improvement District Board of Directors. I am a property owner of The Whipps Building on the corner of 3ra St. E. and Main Street which is within the district. I have served on the Board of Directors for the Kalispell Business Improvement District for the past few years and would like to continue in that capacity. I am excited about a number of projects we are working on and would like to have the opportunity to continue these and other projects that promote the unique character of Downtown Kalispell and the rich historic district. I would consider it an honor to be re -appointed to the Kalispell Business Improvement District Board and await your reply. Thank you for your consideration. 2ce, �j Pam Mower COMMITTEE CITY OF KALISPELL APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS, COMMITTEES & COMMISSIONS BOARD, COMMITTEE, COMMISSION APPLYING FOR: Impact Fee Committee NAME: Justin Ahmani STREET ADDRESS: 11 Pine Cone Lane CITY: Kalispell CONTACT PHONE #: 712-790-3145 PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION (attach a separate sheet if necessary) Current Occupation: Civil Engineer Current Employer: APEC Engineering, Inc Organization(s) of which you are currently a board member: -Flathead County West Valley Land Use Advisory Committee -City of Kalispell Stormwater Advisory Committee +I Why are you interested in serving this board, committee, or commission: I can provide a strong technical and financial understanding of the City's infrastructure. This primarily includes: storm water management, water system design, erosion and settlement control, wastewater system design and analysis, commercial and residential site development, water beneficial use and environmental permitting, and construction management. Detail any education, knowledge, or experience you have which would be beneficial to this board, committee or commission: I have completed a bachelors of science degree in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University. I am currently a licensed Civil Engineer in Montana, North Dakota and Virginia. I am also an ASFPM Certified Floodplain Manager. DATE: 3 -/b -am. y SIGNATURE: ** Please return your completed application to the Kalispell City Cleric, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Applications may also be sent by email to cit clertc@kalispell.com, or submitted in person at 201 1" Avenue East. Theresa White From: Merna Terry [Merna@ronterryconstruction.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2014 1:47 PM To: Theresa White Subject: Impact Fee Committee Application Dear Mayor Johnson and Members of the City Council, I am sending this email to apply for the vacant position on the City of Kalispell Impact Fee Committee. As many of you know, I served on this committee for a number of years when it first became a committee. After four or five years serving on the committee, I decided to take a break. I continue to be interested in impact fees and affordable housing in our community so would like to apply for the vacant position on the committee. Please let me know if you need a resume or further information from me in order to apply. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have or provide any needed information. Sincerely, Merna Terry Vice -President Ron Terry Construction, Inc. 7 Meridian Court Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 755-7516 Cell (406) 253-6627 Fax (406) 755-1546 l CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR MAILING LIST 10ERTIFIM GREEN ,cw.wxrx��nr�cn �,. Jeff Zauner 34 Glacier Circle Kalispell, MT 59901 406-250-9584 Jeff .Zauner@GmaiLcom March 28, 2014 City of Kalispell Theresa White, City Clerk's Office PO Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59901 Honorable Mayor Johnson and City Council Members, I am submitting for your approval my request to remain on the Kalispell City Impact Fee Committee. I am currently the acting Chairman of the Impact Fee Committee and have served on the committee for the past two years. Please consider me for reappointment to the Kalispell Impact Fee Committee. Thank you, Jeff Zauner 229 Tin Street West RECEIVED Kalispell, Montana 59901 2014 FEB_6 AM 7; 48 February 5, 2014 cell: 661-617-7656 KALISPELL CITY CLERK l a nd l i n e: 406-314-4290 Mayor Mark Johnson City of Kalispell Montana 59901 Re: Planning Board Appointment Dear Mayor Johnson: I am a downtown business person and manage a limited liability company owning property on Main Street in Kalispell. I also reside in Kalispell and most recently ran for City Council in Ward 3. I am interested in serving on the Planning Board and was hopeful, even eager, to apply for one of the openings upon learning of your interest in providing diversity to the various boards and committees serving our city. I had noted the gender inequality on the Planning Board but that is not the sole reason I am writing this letter of interest. Of course, I do think boards and committees are better served with both genders present and contributing. Planning Boards are so important to the growth and design and vision of a community. In many instances, the work of the Planning Board reflects the economic health and well-being of a city. I want to be a part of that vital work and I think I am uniquely qualified to contribute to the discussion and review of projects important to individual citizens, developers and the community as a whole. I am also one who has directed comments to this City Council to encourage the appointment of new faces to boards instead of the continual reappointments of the incumbents to the same positions and to promote a term limit for service on same board or committees. I strongly suggested each chair for each committee or board should be required to orally present a report to the City Council in order to not only advise or report to City Council but to make the citizens of Kalispell aware of the functions, duties and results of the various committees and boards serving the community. Thank you for the opportunity to serve and for your consideration of my request to join the Planning Board as a member. Sincerely, Karlene Osorio-Khor Via email Theresa White From: Charles Pesola [Charles@pesolainc.com] Sent: Monday, March 17, 2014 4:15 PM To: Theresa White Subject: City Planning Board Theresa, This e-mail is to let you, the Mayor, and City Counsel know that I would like to be considered for re -appointment to my current seat on the Planning Board. I have enjoyed learning and serving over the past few years and look forward to continuing that privilege. Thank you, Charles Pesola Private Investigator Moonlighting Detective and Security Services 112 3rd Street East Kalispell, MT 59901 www.moonlightingdetective.com 1 1078 Stillwater Rd Kalispell, MT 59901 March 17, 2014 In regards to: Planning Board Membership City of Kalispell 201 First Avenue East Kalispell, MT 59901 To Kalispell City Council: RECEIVED 2014 PAR 20 Aft 12: 50 KALISPELL (31TY CLERK It has been an honor for me to serve on the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission. I would appreciate your consideration for my reappointment for the coming vacancy on April 30th. Sincerely, Oiv� Matt Regier CITY OF KALISPELL APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS, COMMITTEES & COMMISSIONS BOARD, COMMITTEE, COMMISSION APPLYING FOR: Police Commissioner NAME: Sam Herbert STREET ADDRESS: 127 Owl Creek Trail CITY: Kalispell CONTACT PHONE #: 406 890-7793 PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION (attach a separate sheet if necessary) Current Occupation: Retired Current Employer: N/A Organization(s) of which you are currently a board member: Police Commissioner Why are you interested in serving this board, committee, or commission: To give back to the community and be part of the hiring process to recommend qualified police candidates. Detail any education, knowledge, or experience you have which would be beneficial to this board, committee or commission: Former law enforcement officer and police psychologist. DATE: �' SIGNATURE: ** Please return your completed application to the Kalispell City Clerk, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Applications may also be sent by email to citvclerk rr,kalisPel1.com, or submitted in person at 201 15t Avenue East. COMMITTEE 835 Fifth Avenue West Kalispell, MT 59901 February 11, 2014 Mark Johnson, Mayor P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903 Dear Mayor Mark Johnson, I am interested in re -applying for a position on the board for Street Tree Commission. I have been a city resident since July of 1998, am a life-long Flathead Valley resident, and have served on the board since 2009. I am particularly interested in remaining on the Street Tree Commission because of the issues related to several variety of trees. I have two majestic Elms trees on my boulevard, and have been vested in the city dealing with the Dutch Elm Disease. Since serving on the Street Tree Commission I have participated in the Fall & Spring Recycling Drives, Arbor Day presentations to the City Council, notifications to residents on care of newly planted boulevard trees, conferences for Small Town Street Tree Boards, contributed to articles written for the local newspaper; and have regularly attended board meetings. I contribute regularly to the Arbor Foundation and know their philosophy that the best managed urban areas have a variety of trees to lessen the impact of a disease or drought, climate change, etc. I feel I can offer guidance and suggestions on this board, and can continue to learn all the issues surrounding trees and urban forests. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Andrea Davi son '%'.`.'-..0MMlTTEE March 19, 2014 Theresa White City Clerk P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT. 59901 Dear Theresa, I recently received a letter from Tom Jentz informing me that my term as the City Representative on TAC Expires April 30, 2014. 1 have enjoyed serving on this committee and would like to be considered for reappointment. I have served on TAC off and on for 20 plus years as a Representative for the Kalispell Chamber or the City of Kalispell and wish to continue if possible. If you or anyone else has any questions or have a need to contact me I can be reached at 406- 253-7465. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, / Ti on io g IV6e-fllrl�Av LiG,YTs `7(a S— 60 1,, mviTIM"l, Theresa White From: Marc Rold [marc@marcrold.com] Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 2:18 PM To: Theresa White Subject: URA appointment Dear Theresa: My current term with the URA is rapidly approaching its conclusion. I would like to serve another term. As the only original appointee, I feel it is important for continuity that I serve another term. I believe I have demonstrated competence and commitment during my term and am willing to carry forth with that commitment. As a city resident for the past 23 years, an active promoter of our city and its business climate and a well-informed citizen, I am confident that my contribution remains worthwhile and relevant. Sincerely, Marc Rold you- a�9- iy�l