Agenda Item 6MINUTES
Board Member Review Committee Meeting
October 17, 2013
Call to order
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The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Jonathan Daugherty at 5 :10 pm. Those in
attendance were Commissioner Jonathan Daugherty (Chairman); Members Jerry Johnson, Rita Pierce
and Solomon Brotman; Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees Chair Vic Gualillo; Community
Development Board Chair Brea Paul; and Recording Secretary Nancy Bailey. Also in attendance were
the liaisons for the Boards, Nelson Van Liere and Jeremy 11ubseh.
Commissioner Daugheity explained the vacancies to address on the Police Officers' Pension Board of
Trustees.
Item 3 was taken out of se uence and acted on at this time.
3. Discuss current members on the Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees, whose terms are
expired /expiring and are interested in reappointment.
A. William (Bill) Tomson (term expires 12/31/13)
B. John Wolfel (term expired 10/11/13)
Nelson Van Liere explained that both Mr. Tomson and Mr. Wolfel were interested in reappointment.
Chair Vic Gualillo stated both members were very engaged in public pensions and were very valuable
members of the Board. The Committee discussed their attendance records as well as their
contributions to the Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees.
Item 2 was taken out of se • uence and acted on at this time.
2. Interview the new candidate (listed below) for consideration as a new member of the Police
Officers' Pension Board of Trustees.
A, Robert Liggero
The Committee interviewed Mr. Liggero. Mr. Gualillo explained the purpose of the interview and an
overview of the duties and responsibilities of the Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees were
explained. Mr. Liggero explained his personal accomplishments, experience, goals and interests in the
community. The Committee asked questions of the candidate and offered the opportunity for him to
ask questions and the Committee responded to those questions. The Committee also asked Mr,
Liggero if he was interested in interviewing for the Community Development Board. He stated he was
and they also interviewed him for this Board, explaining what the duties of the Board entailed. The
Committee gave him the opportunity to ask the Committee questions and responded to those
questions.
Item 4 was taken out of sequence and acted on at this time.
4. Make recommendations on filling the two vacancies on the Police Officers' Pension Board of
Trustees.
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Motion: Recommend reappointing Mr. Tomson and Mr. Wolfel to serve an additional term on
the Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees.
Moved by Brotman , seconded by Johnson
Motion carried unanimously
1. Approval of the minutes of the BMRC meeting of July 30, 2013.
Motion: Approve minutes of the Board Member Review Committee meeting of July 30, 2013.
Moved by Brotman, Seconded by Pierce
Motion carried unanimously
2. Interview the new candidate (listed below) for consideration as a new member of the Police
Officers' Pension Board of Trustees.
This item was taken out of sequence and acted on earlier in the meeting.
3. Discuss current members on the Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees, whose terms are
expired/expiring and are interested in reappointment.
This item was taken out of sequence and acted on earlier in the meeting.
4. Make recommendations on filling the two vacancies on the Police Officers' Pension Board of
Trustees.
This item was taken out of sequence and acted on earlier in the meeting.
5. Interview new candidate(s) (listed below) for consideration as new member(s) to the
Community Development Board.
A. Linda Lanier
B. Mitchell Reeves
The Committee interviewed Ms. Lanier and Mr. Reeves separately. Mr. Liggero was also interviewed
for this Board during his interview for the Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees.
The purpose of the interview and an overview of the duties and responsibilities of the Community
Development Board were explained to the candidates. Both candidates explained their personal
accomplishments, experience, goals and interests in the community. The Committee asked questions
and the candidates responded to those questions. The Committee offered the candidates the
opportunity to ask questions and the Committee responded to those questions.
6. Discuss the current members on the Community Development Board (CDB) whose terms
expire on 12/31/13 and are interested in reappointment.
A. Kirk Hansen
B. Patrick Stratton
Jeremy Hubsch stated both current members are fantastic and he highly recommends them for
reappointment. The Committee discussed their attendance record as well as their contributions to the
Community Development Board.
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7. Make recommendations on filling the three upcoming vacancies on the Community
Development Board.
Motion: Recommend reappointing Kirk Hansen and Patrick Stratton to serve an additional
term on the Community Development Board beginning January 1, 2014.
Moved by Pierce, Seconded by Brotman
Motion carried unanimously
Motion: Recommend appointing Linda Lanier to serve on the Community Development Board
for a term beginning January 1, 2014.
Moved by Pierce, Seconded by Brotman
Motion carried unanimously
Mr. Brotman asked to make an amendment to the motion.
Amended Motion: When a vacancy comes up on the Board, do not interview; appoint Mitch
Reeves to the vacancy.
Moved by Brotman, Seconded by Daugherty
Discussion ensued. Mr. Brotman withdrew his motion and Commissioner Daugherty withdrew his
second.
Adjournment
There being no other business, the meeting adjourned at 6:22 pm.
Jonathan Daugherty
Chairman
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LINDA M. LANIER
1768 PARK TERRACE WEST
ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA 32233
904 - 246 -9678
904 .6 52 -3230
September 4, 2012
Donna Bartle, City Clerk
City of Atlantic Beach
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Dear Ms. Bartle,
AGENDA ITEM # 6
OCTOBER 28, 2013
Received
SEP - 5 2012
Office of City Clerk
Attached, please find my application for membership in one of the city's boards. Please contact
me if you need additional information about my qualifications.
Thank you for our service to our beautiful city.
Sincerely,
Linda M. Lanier
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
BOARD /COMMITTEE MEMBER APPLICATION FORM
AGENDA ITEM # 6
OCTOBER 28, 2013
Please check ('I) the box beside each Board or Committee that you are applying to serve on. If you check more than
one, please rank your interest in each board / committee by order of priority.
(A summary of each board/committee is available on page 2 of this form.)
Code Enforcement Board _l_Community Development Board
_Pension Board of Trustees Board Member Review Committee
_2_ Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee
DATE: _Sept. 4, 2012 APPLICANT'S NAME: Linda M. Lanier
ADDRESS: 1768 Park Terrace West, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
DAYTIME PHONE: 904 -246 -9678 EVENING PHONE: _same
E-MAIL ADDRESS: linda.m.lanier @gmail.com FAX:
Please explain any employment experience, board/committee experience, and/or community volunteer experience
relative to the board/committee applying for.
Following a career in local nonprofit and county leadership (resume attached), I retired from my position as Executive
Director of the Jacksonville Children's Commission in March of this year. I am currently working with a group of
citizens to formally name our 37 mile long barrier island, "San Pablo Island ", as well as serving as a member of the
Save the Ferry committee. However, I am devoted to civic life in our little community of Atlantic Beach as well as
the development of a "sense of place" on our island. As a newly retired professional with boundless levels of energy
and interest in our community, I'm eager to contribute to the further creation of a healthy, inclusive, vibrant place
where businesses thrive, families have opportunity, children grow up safe and healthy and all of us have a better
chance.
Please provide a brief explanation of your interest or any special qualifications you have in this field and your reasons
for wishing to be appointed to this board/committee.
As the former executive director of a city department with a $60 million budget, I am familiar with local, state and
federal funding issues. I also have a strong background in community and human services, especially services to
children and poor populations. However, my skills are transferable to other community development projects, which
is why I prioritized the Community Development Board.
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L1NAA M. ZANIER.
1.7-6R PAR K -1- ERRAC.E WEST
ATLANTIC: - EACt-t, FL 32233
904-246 7967R
9O4 - 652 -3230
Iinda.m.lanier @xmaii.com
Making a difference In the lives of underserved families and communities through more than forty years
of direct service, management and leadership in nonprofit organizations and local government.
Demonstrated commitment to strong neighborhoods and quality of life through extensive board and
volunteer service.
EXECUTIVE PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
JACKSONVILLE CHILDREN'S COMMISSION, 2003 to 2012
Executive Director /CEO of autonomous body of the Executive Office of the City of Jacksonville, which is
responsible for the local investment of $60 million in prevention and early intervention services for
children. Reported to an appointed board of directors to implement their policies and priorities for
children through grant making and services that deliver high quality care for children and families and
accountability for elected officials and taxpayers. Services included child care tuition scholarships,
family home visiting, early learning quality support, afterschool and summer programs, mental health,
mentoring, nutrition, Jax Kids Book Club, professional training and programs for children who are
homeless or who have special needs. Represented the commission to local, state and federal elected
officials, poticymakers, researchers, nonprofit organizations, local and national funders, community
coalitions, the media and the public. Showcased Jacksonville's unique strategy for public investment in
children to national leaders and elected officials through organizations including the National League of
Cities and the National Civic League. Retired in March 2012.
SULZBACHER CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS, 1997 to 2003
Executive Director of a full service, 350 bed homeless shelter and medical clinic in downtown
Jacksonville. Reported to a volunteer board of directors and responsible for high quality, compassionate
delivery of services to homeless and medically indigent men, women and families with children including
emergency shelter, case management, nutrition, mental health, primary health care, dental,
employment, substance abuse treatment and transitional housing. Represented the center on local and
state coalitions, and to the media and the public. Worked with local elected officials, federal
Department of Health and Human Services, foundations, businesses and private donors to grow and
maintain diverse funding of approximately $5 million annually.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA, INC., 1991 to 1997
Executive Director of the local franchise of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Reported to
a volunteer board of directors and responsible for the delivery of safe, high quality women's health and
family planning services. Also responsible for community education and advocacy for safe access to
women's health services and information about reproductive health.
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OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA, INC., 1986 to 1991, Director of Training and
Education
CHILDREN'S CRISIS CENTER, PERINATAL SUPPORT PROGRAM, 1984 to 1986, Community Resource
Coordinator for child abuse prevention program
PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF CINCINNATI, 1971 to 1980, Assistant Director of Training and Education
EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati, College of Education and Home Economics, 1971, Bachelor of Science
McAuley High School, Cincinnati, Ohio
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Outstanding Servant Leader, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, 2010
Women of Distinction Award, Girl Scouts of Gateway Council, 2004
EVE Award for Employment, Florida Times Union, 2003
Women in Power Award, National Council of Jewish Women, 1995
Mary Nolan Award, National Organization for Women, Jacksonville Chapter, 1992
REPRESENTATIVE PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Children's Movement of Florida, Northeast Florida Regional Chair, 2011 to present
Project Breakthrough, One Jax, trained at the Aspen Institute and a founding member of the project,
2008 to present
Nemours BrightStart Dyslexia Initiative Advisory Board, member 2012 to present
Hope Haven Children's Clinic Advisory Board, member 2012 to present
Florida After School Network, founding board member since 2004 to present, current board chair
Florida Children's Council, member 2003 to 2012, board chair 2011 to 2012
New Town Success Zone, founding member, 2007 to present
Quality Education for All, The Community Foundation, member 2006 to present
Learning to Finish Collaborative, Jacksonville Public Education Fund, 2008 to 2012
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Early Learning Coalition of Duval, member 2003 to 2012
Human Services Coalition, member 2003 to 2012, chair 2008 to 2010
Governor's Commission on the Homeless, appointed member, 1999 to 2000
Emergency Services and Homeless Coalition, 1997 to 2003
Department of Children and Families, District IV Human Rights Advocacy Committee, member 1998 to
1999
REPRESENTATIVE COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
San Pablo Island Naming Committee, 2012 to present
Rotary Club of Jacksonville, Paul Harris Fellow, member, 1997 to 2012
Leadership Jacksonville, Class of 1990, member 1990 to present
Community Music School, founding board member , 2006 to 2009
Jacksonville Women's Network, member 1994 to 2011
Lavilla School for the Arts, School Advisory Committee, founding member and chair 2003 to 2006
Atlantic Beach Experimental Theater, board member 1998 to 2000