08-31-21 Board Member Review Committee (BMRC) AMENDED AgendaROLL CALL
City of Atlantic Beach
Amended Agenda
Board Member Review Committee (BMRC) Meeting
Tuesday, August 31, 2021 - 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, Commission Chamber
800 Seminole Road
Page(s)
CALL TO ORDER
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.A. Approve minutes of the Board Member Review Committee meeting held on July 3 - 6
29, 2021.
Board Member Review Committee (BMRC) - 29 Jul 2021 - Minutes - Pdf
2. INTERVIEW CANDIDATES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP
2.A. Christopher McHan 7 - 8
Application - McHan, Christopher
2.B. Robert Hudson 9 - 10
Amended Application - Hudson, Robert 8-22-21 - ESC
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
4. DISCUSS CANDIDATES AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS
ESC Membership List
5. OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
11 - 12
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons
with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City
Clerk's Office three business days prior to the meeting.
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ATTENDANCE:
Present:
MINUTES
Board Member Review Committee (BMRC)
Meeting
Thursday, July 29, 2021 - 6:00 PM
City Hall, Commission Chamber
Brittany Norris, Mayor Pro Tem / Commissioner - Seat 5
Stephen Ditamore, Committee Member
Kenneth Reeves, Committee Member
Pamela White, Committee Member
Kirk Hansen, CDB Chair
Mark Gabrynowicz, ESC Chair, District 1307 Member
Absent: Eastman Curtis, CARAC Chair
Also Present: Donna Bartle, City Clerk (CC)
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioner Norris called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and introduced new member,
Stephen Ditamore.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.A. Approve Minutes of the Board Member Review Committee meeting on April 27,
2021.
1.B. Approve minutes of the Board Member Review Committee meeting on May 11,
2021.
MOTION: Approve both sets of minutes as noted.
Motion: Pamela White
Second: Kenneth Reeves
Pamela White (Moved By) For
Brittany Norris For
Stephen Ditamore For
Kenneth Reeves (Seconded By) For
Motion passed 4 to 0.
Since the CDB candidate and chair was present, Commissioner Norris asked for a motion to
address Item 2B next.
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MOTION: Move Item 2B up.
Motion: Mark Gabrynowicz
Second: Kenneth Reeves
Brittany Norris For
Stephen Ditamore For
Kenneth Reeves (Seconded By) For
Pamela White For
Mark Gabrynowicz (Moved By) For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
2. INTERVIEW CANDIDATES
2.B. Ellen Golombek (for CDB)
2.A. Erin Largo Wight
2.C. Wally Sears (for ESC, CDB, CARAC)
The Committee interviewed Ms. Golombek and Mr. Sears separately. Each
candidate explained their personal accomplishments, experiences, interests, and
knowledge of our city government and answered questions from the Committee.
The Committee offered the opportunity to ask questions and the Committee
responded to those questions. After Ms. Golombek's interview, City Clerk Bartle
reported Ms. Wight's decision to withdraw and Commissioner Norris
acknowledged for the record. Following each interview, Commission Norris
explained the process for recommending and appointing members.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments.
4. DISCUSS CANDIDATES AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS
Commissioner Norris reviewed the order of the agenda and decided to start with the
recommendation for CDB.
4.B. Community Development Board (CDB)
The Committee reviewed the membership list and discussed the CDB vacant. CC Bartle
announced that Mr. Schooling is interested in the regular member position.
Commissioner Norris explained the process for recommending and appointing members
and reminded the Committee that alternates are not automatically converted to regular
members when a vacancy occurs. The Committee discussed Mr. Schooling.
MOTION: To recommend appointing Ellen Golombek to the Community Development Board
as a regular member (#6 position).
Motion: Kirk Hansen
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Second: Pamela White
Commissioner Norris expressed her support for Ms. Golombek.
Pamela White (Seconded By) For
Brittany Norris For
Stephen Ditamore For
Kenneth Reeves For
Kirk Hansen (Moved By) For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
Commissioner Norris advised Ms. Golombek the recommendation will be on the August 9
Commission agenda for approval.
The Committee discussed Mr. Sears and the vacancies on ESC and CARAC. Mr.
Gabrynowicz explained the qualifications needed for ESC and made a motion that Mr.
Sears not be considered for ESC. (The motion died for lack of a second.)
Further discussion ensued about Mr. Sears being a good fit for CARAC and the need for
an alternate to help with quorum.
4.C. Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee (CARAC)
MOTION: To recommend appointing Wally Sears to the Cultural Arts and Recreation
Advisory Committee as an alternate member (#8 position).
Motion: Kenneth Reeves
Second: Stephen Ditamore
Brittany Norris For
Stephen Ditamore (Seconded By) For
Kenneth Reeves (Moved By) For
Pamela White For
Kirk Hansen For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
Commissioner Norris explained that both recommendations will be on the August 9 Commission
agenda for approval.
4.A. Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
There were no remaining applicants to consider for the ESC vacancy.
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5. OTHER BUSINESS
The Committee tentatively scheduled their next meeting for August 24 at 6 pin to address
membership on the Environmental Stewardship Committee, if any applications are received.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.
Attest:
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk Brittany Norris, Commissioner/Chair
Date Approved:
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Bartle, Donna
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Bartle, Donna
Online Form Submission #4046 for Board and Committee Application
Board and Committee Application
To view information
about each board and
committee, click the
following link:
Please check the box
beside each Board or
Committee for which you
arc applying:
Date
First Name
Last Name
Address
Cell Phone
Home Phone
District
To find your
district/precinct, click the
following link.
Email Address
Please explain any
employment experienue,
board/committee
experience, and/or
community volunteer
experience relative to the
6ound/conunuioccopp\ying
for.
Summary of Boards and Committees
Environmental Stewardship Committee
8/22/2021
Christopher
McHan
522 CLIPPER SHIP LN
9049234179
9049234179
District 1306
Link to Precinct Finder
vnnvkan15@gmeionm
1 have a bachelor's degree iri biology and a master's degree in
environmental science and policy, and am currently employed
as an environmental consultant working at the intersection of
science and mg"|adon, particularly as it relates to land use and
development. Previously, | spent 9+ years as a research
scientist working for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission Fish and Wildlife Research lnstitute and as a
fisheries science outreach consultant at the Gulf of Maine
Research Institute. As a career scientist and environmental
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Please provide a brief
explanation of your
interest and your reasons
for wishing to be
appointed to this
board/committee.
consultant |'d bring a wealth of knowledge of state and federa
envftonmental pohcy and reguiation, as weH as an in-depth
knowledge of Florida's wildlife, flora, and natural communities. 1
also have extensve experience wth geographic information
systems, data collection and statistical analysis, and scientific
writing. Lastly, | work closely with Florida's land development
industry and have a deep understanding of land development
practices, policies, and trends.
i grew up in Atiantic Beach and, despite my wanderings
eisewhere to pursue educational and empioyment
opportunities, | have always called Atiantic Beach home. | am
passionate about this community and firmiy beheve that the
concerted effort made to protect and preserve the city's natural
resources has made Atlantic Beach a gem among Fioridas
coastal communities. My application here is motivated by my
desire to continue to see Atiantic Beach grow as a community
committed to the environment and to maintain it as a city
intertwined with abundant and flourishing natural spaces. |
beheve my skills, experience, and knowiedge wouid truly
benefit the committee and the long-term goais of the city.
PLEASE NOTE: This application will expire two (2) years from the date of submittal.
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Bar le, Donna
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Bartle, Donna
Online Form Submission #4047 for Board and Committee Application
'
Board and Committee Application
To view information
about each board and
committee, click the
following link:
Please check the box
beside each Board or
Committee for which you
are applying:
Date
First Name
Last Name
Address
Cell Phone
Home Phone
District
To find your
district/precinct, click the
following link.
Email Address
Please exp!ain any
employment experience,
board/committee
experience, and/or
community voluntee
experience relative to the
board/committee applying
for.
Summary nVBoards and Commiuees
Environmental Stewardship Committee
8/22/2021
Robert
Hudson
825 Sherry Dr
904 333 7625
904 333 7625
District 1,08
Link to Precinct Finder
iamroberthudson@gmail.com
Retired but worked for 38 years in corporate mining and
Pnternational marketing as a senior VP. Little community
experience but recently moved to AB from PVB and keen to
become part of the wider AB community.
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Please provide a brief
explanation of your
interest and your reasons
for wishing to be
appointed to this
board/committee.
We are very much enjoying creating a naturl flora experence
at our home and keen to see how AB quality of Iife can be
improved with regard to Environmental issues.
PLEASE NOTE: This application will expire two (2) years from the date of submittal.
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CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
Environmental Stewardship Committee
Created by Ordinance No. 5-17-64; Inaugural members by Resolution No. 17-09.
Amended by Ordinance No. 5-18-67.
11 members; inaugural terms: combination of 4 -year terms — and 3 -year terms. All terms change to 3 -year terms following expiration
of inaugural terms and have a 3 consecutive term limit. Meets in Commission Chamber 6:00 p.in. Second Wednesday of each month.
REF # NAME& ADDRESS
1 Bruce Andrews
328 11th Street
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of District 1308
2 Amy Palmer
374 Plaza
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of District 1306
3 Linda Chipperfield
2371 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of District 1307
4 Sarah Andrews Dark
1781 Sea Oats Drive
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of District 1308
5 Mark Gabrynowicz
1907 Sherry Drive North
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of District 1307
6
Vacant
7 Daniele Giovannucci
380 5' Street
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of District 1306
8 Romy Vann
427 Sargo Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of 1312
9 Barbie Brooksher
1 126 Main Street
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
10 Sarah Boren
388 8`h Street
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Resident of District 1306
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EXP.DATE POSITION PHONE / EMAIL
12/31/2021 904-465-2257
(1st term) At Large Member bruce.andrews cucomcast.net
12/31/2021
(lst term)
At Large Member
904- 358-3600 x 14
904-524-2706
akcloyd@gmail.com
12/31/2024 At Large Member 417-861-2648
(2nd term) hembreechip2 cogmail.com
12/31/2021 At Large Member 904-465-7168
(1s` term) sarah.andrews87@.gmail.com
12/31/2024
(2nd term)
12/31/2021
(1st term)
12/31/2024
(2nd term)
District 1307
Chair
At Large Member
Vice Chair
At Large Member
904-613-6901
mgaby.73@gmail.com
215-460-8748
dg@thecosa.org
12/31/2021 At Large Member 904-673-2560
(1st term) romy@publictrustlaw.org
12/31/2024 District 1312 678-776-1988
(2nd term) Member BarbieBrooksher@gmail.com
gmail.com
12/31/2024 District 1306
(2nd tern) Member
Vacant 12/31/2024
Amanda Askew, Community
Development Director
Candace Kelly
Commissioner — Seat 4
District 1308
Member
Staff Liaison
Commission
Liaison
904-535-0055
sboren@me.com
904-247-5841
aaskew@coab.us
904-247-3550 Home
904-859-4387 Cell
ckclly@coab.us
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List of City Commissioners:
Ellen Glasser Mayor — Seat 1 At Large
Bruce Bole Commissioner Seat 2 District 1308
Michael "Mike" L. Waters Commissioner - Seat 3 District 1307
Candace Kelly Commissioner - Seat 4 District 1306
Brittany Norris Commissioner - Seat 5 District 1312
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