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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20.a. Voting direction on upcoming CSDA election, Seat A Page 1 of 12 Item 20.a. CENTRALSAN CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT July 5, 2018 TO: HONORABLE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FROM: MICHAEL R. MCGILL, BOARD MEMBER REVIEWED BY: KATIE YOUNG, SECRETARYOF THE DISTRICT ROGER S. BAILEY, GENERAL MANAGER SUBJECT: PROVIDE VOTING DIRECTION TO MEMBER MCGILL, THE DISTRICT'S REPRESENTATIVE AND VOTING DELEGATE FOR THE CONTRA COSTA CHAPTER OF THE CALIFORNIA SPECIAL DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION (CSDA), ON HOW TO VOTE AT THE UPCOMI NG CSDA ELECTI ON FOR A REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE BAYAREA NETWORK, SEATA Attached is a memo from Board Member Michael McGill regarding the upcoming election for the California Special District Association (CSDA), Bay Area Network, Seat A. Central San is requested to vote for one candidate via internet ballot no later than August 10, 2018. ATTACHMENTS: 1. McGill Memo and Attachments July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 184 of 195 Page 2 of 12 ,41C) CENTRAL SAN CENTRAL • COSTA DATE: July 5, 2018 TO: HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD FROM: MICHAEL R. MCGILL, BOARD MEMBER/It,� SUBJECT: CSDA ELECTION FOR REPRESENTATIVES, BAY AREA NETWORK, SEAT A Attached is an email from the California Special Districts Association (CSDA) requesting that Central San vote for one representative to the CSDA Board of Directors for the Bay Area Network (Region 3). The representative for Seat A will serve the full three-year term ending December 31, 2021. Seat A is currently held by Robert Silano, from Menlo Park Fire Protection District. His term will expire December 31, 2018 and he is running for re-election. Each of the six regional divisions (see attached map) has three seats on the CSDA Board with staggered three-year terms. The Bay Area Network currently has two representatives - Stanley R. Caldwell (Seat C) and Ryan Clausnitzer (Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District) (Seat B). The following candidates are running: • Robert Silano (Menlo Park Fire Protection) — Seat A incumbent • Catherine Benediktsson (Sanitary District #5, Marin County) • Chad Davisson (Ironhouse Sanitary District) • Akintunde Okupe (East Palo Alto Sanitary District) • Jan Palajac (Livermore Area Recreation and Park District) Candidate statements are attached. Per CSDA Bylaws, the candidate with the highest number of votes will assume the full term (Seat A). Central San is requested to vote for one candidate via internet ballot no later than August 10, 2018. As the Board representative of the Contra Costa Chapter of the CSDA, I am strongly recommending that the District votes be cast for Chad Davisson (Ironhouse Sanitary District). As the District's voting delegate, I am requesting direction as to how to cast Central San's vote. MM/KY Attachments: 1. Email from CSDA 2. CSDA RegionslNetworks Map 3. Candidate Statements July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 185 of 195 PmaAMt 1 Katie Young From: Emily Barnett Sent: Monday,June 18, 2018 8:47 AM To: Donna Anderson; Katie Young Subject: FW: 2018 Board of Directors Election - Voting I believe I'm listed as the main district contact, but will leave to you to vote on behalf of the Board. Best, Emily From:vote=simplyvoting.com@email2.simplyvoting.com [mailto:vote=simplyvoting.com@email2.simplyvoting.com] On Behalf Of Neil McCormick-CSDA Sent:June 18, 2018 08:00 AM To: Emily Barnett<ebarnett@centralsan.org> Subject:2018 Board of Directors Election-Voting Dear Emily Barnett 1 BAY AREA NETWORK: Your district is a CSDA Regular Member in good standing and,as the main contact on file for the district, you are receiving this official electronic ballot to cast one vote on behalf of your district in CSDA's 2018 Board of Director's election for Seat A in BAY AREA NETWORK. It is up to each district to determine their own process in terms of selecting a candidate to vote for in the election. In some cases the main contact will cast the vote solely while in others it is brought to the full Board of Directors for discussion and selection with the vote then cast by the main contact. To vote,please visit _ --- •�� Then enter your specific login information: Or follow this link to access the ballot directly: You may view and print candidate information through the above link, but must cast your vote electronically through the system. The deadline to cast your district's vote is August 10,2018. Ballots will be counted and confirmed on August 13. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Beth Hummel at CSDA—916-442-7887 or bethh@csda.net Thank you! 1 July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 186 of 195 Page 4 of 12 Attachment 2 California Spec°al Distracts Associaton DISTRICT NETWORKS i©oo Del Norte �r"O0 Modec > Northern Network Strada err 14UM130111 Td* Tehama, plumes Mendocino ®1e19,, Butte $1erra Sierra Network Nev Lake Col Yub placer r Yob EI Dorado Sonoma Napa Alps Bay Area Sar~ "^ed solano caTuolumne laver N etwo rk n sen Sian,Co Joaquin Mono Sia Central Network Stanisl San tea Santa ra Merced S Madera San. Fresno Monterey brgs Tulare Coastal Network Sad Wh OIA" Kan Santa San Bernardino Barbava tabes LosAngeles Riverside Southern Network San Diego Imperial LAST UPATED APR.15,2016 July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 187 of 195 age b o Attachment 3 California Special Districts Association WOMB Districts Stronger Together 2018 CSDA BOARD CANDIDATE INFORMATION SHEET The following Information MUST accompany your nomination form and Resolutioniminute order: Name: � f �\Atj C:) District/Company: Title: l t---Q Elected ppointedl tall: [S r► +" �� ���` � Length of Service with District: e� 1. Do you have current involvement with CSDA (such as committees,events, workshops, conferences, Governance Academy, etc.): /' ��., tai ,—� t^.+ Q 00-rt1 s-C1 t� tel , 0.4 2. Have you ever been associated with any other state-wide associations (CSAC,ACWA, League,etc.): 3. List local government involvement(such as LAFCo,Association of Governments, etc.): 4. List civic organization involvement: l **Candidate Statement—Although it is not required, each candidate is requested to submit a candidate statement of no more than 300 words in length. Any statements received in the CSDA office after May 31, 2018 will not be included with the ballot. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 188 of 195 Robert Silano, Director Menlo Park Fire Protection District A public safety professional, Mr. Silano has over 45 years of combined law enforcement and emergency management experience. Presently, Mr. Silano is an Intelligence Officer as a Senior National Security Intelligence Analyst for the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center in San Francisco, CA. In the past, he served as the Chief of Threat Intelligence assigned to the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center, representing the California Emergency Management Agency.The NCRIC is one of 77 DHS Fusion Centers specializing in research involving the terrorism threat and emergency management situations as it relates to law enforcement,fire, public health, emergency services and the private industry. Currently holds a "TOP SECRET" Federal Government Clearance. As an elected official, Director Silano serves on the Menlo Park Fire Protection District in San Mateo County.In that capacity, he serves on the Communications and Emergency Preparedness Committees.Additional duties include, being a voting member of the Board of Directors for the California Special Districts Association, Bay Area Network, serving on their Legislative and Financial Committees. As a private safety professional, Mr. Silano has served in various capacities within Emergency Management, Loss Prevention,Security Operations and Corporate Investigations. He holds positions on three (3) company boards of directors. In the past, Mr. Silano has had experience in domestic and international operations as a former U.S. Department of Justice Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration. Former Special Agent Silano has held positions as a City of Miami Police Officer,Task Force Commander, Police Instructor, Supervisory Special Agent, and a Senior Manager with the U.S. Department of Justice, DEA. He holds a Baccalaureate and Master's Degrees, and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy Session 158. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 189 of 195 MENEil California Special Districts Association p©pp Districts Stronger Together 2018 CSDA BOARD CANDIDATE INFORMATION SHEET The following information MUST accompany your nomination form and Resolution/minute order: Name: ��•(-�na��rtiv�.a , �a't k-'mosson District/Company: ��l lin t-�-o�nr u �EQ-+Y"t ck 5 M f'i 1n Gu n Title: Elected/Appointed/Staff: �1 � �Q amu. - �S�-✓`�c.-E— �J`d� Length of Service with District: V7 U yv►rs _ 1. Do you have current involvement with CSDA(such as committees, events, workshops, conferences, Governance Academy, etc.): n t9 e-S)ES LAIN Q� t c PS 2. Have you ever been associated with any other state-wide associations (CSAC, ACWA, League, etc.): ci k u w`-3 U\"C'V\1 �V C 3. List local government involvement(such as LAFCo, Association of Governments, etc.): 3'r' 4. List civic organization involvement: nc,n-P Q C�o hl t�r�a�•.2� l,1 e�� "Candidate Statement-Although it is not required, each candidate is requested to submit a candidate statement of no more than 300 words in length. Any statements received in the CSDA office after May 31, 2018 will not be included with the ballot. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 190 of 195 Page 8 of 12 KAMEtth California Special WW Districts Association 0©E10 Districts Stronger Together 2018 CSDA BOARD CANDIDATE INFORMATION SHEET The following information MUST accompany your nomination form and Resolution/minute order: Name: Chad Davisson District/Company: Ironhouse Sanitary District Title: General Manager Elected/Appointed/Staff: Executive Staff Length of Service with District: 3-Years 1. Do you have current involvement with CSDA(such as committees, events, workshops, conferences, Governance Academy, etc.): On behalf of the District I am very involved v�ith CSDA. Attend annual conferences, received SDA certification, completed the SDLF Leadership Academy, obtained District of Distinction (Platinum Level), Excellence in Transparency, provide local chapter program committee supportI attend the GM Leadership Conferences and volunteer as a mentor at the"so... you want to be a GM"coaching events. Participate in the CSDA Awards program. 2. Have you ever been associated with any other state-wide associations (CSAC, ACWA, League, etc.): I am very involved with California Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) participating on the State Legislative Committee member of the WateReuse Association member of the Water Environment Federation (WEF). Highly active in California Water Environment Association (CWEA) speaking at events receiving several awards and attending local and state conferences. 3. List local government involvement(such as LAFCo, Association of Governments, etc.): Support Contra Costa LAFCo, provide assistance on technical matters and municipal service reviews. Chair of the East CC County Water Management Association Participate in the Western Recycled Water and the Bay Area Biosolids Coalitions. 4. List civic organization involvement: Provide leadership to the Bay Area Consortium of Waster/Wastewater Education (BACWWE)to address career deve oyment and industrywide succession p annina I teach a variety o water and wastewater courses. On the planning committee of General Manager Roundtable group across the Bay Area. Member of Community Advisory Group for Water Rate Setting in Vallejo. "Candidate Statement—Although it is not required, each candidate is requested to submit a candidate statement of no more than 300 words in length. Any statements received in the CSDA office after May 31, 2018 will not be included with the ballot. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 191 of 195 Page 9 of 12 Chad Davisson,SDA,General Manager Ironhouse Sanitary District My name is Chad Davisson and I am the General Manager of Ironhouse Sanitary District. I am running for the California Special District Association (CSDA) Director,Seat A—Bay Area Network. I am very proud to have dedicated my 30-year career in water and wastewater to serving my local community through special districts and local government. I began my career at a special district and have since have earned a degree in Public Administration and an MBA from Saint Mary's College of California. I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to work in several special districts throughout California. Through my background with special districts, I recognize the importance and value of supporting CSDA. I have a vast understanding of special district needs and as a CSDA Board Member, I will use my experience and expertise to further enrich services that benefit CSDA members. My goal as General Manager is to provide Ironhouse Sanitary District and its constituents with complete and open public transparency utilizing best management practices. Under my leadership,the District was awarded District of Distinction (Platinum Level) accreditation and the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence. I have received the CSDA Special District Administrator certification and completed the SDLF Leadership Academy. I actively attend and mentor special district professionals at CSDA's General Manager Leadership Summit coaching events. I am proud to say that Ironhouse staff members have received CSDA awards for their outstanding performance. I am also proud to support CSDA's local (Contra Costa County) chapter. If elected, I will work diligently to ensure CSDA's continued success. I will apply my experience, commitment and leadership to be effective, efficient, and responsive to special district needs. Please consider me for the upcoming election for Director, Seat A- Bay Area Network. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 192 of 195 Page 10 of 12 California Special Districts Association IN®1110 Districts Stronger Together 2018•CSDA BOARD CANDIDATE INFORMATION SHEET. The following information MUST accompany your nomination form and Resolution/minute order: Name: A kin4unde Dkupc District/Company:_Eas+ Palo Al-b Sanijary Dts-jYf c-+ Title: Generro► L Manager Elected/Appointed/Staff: AKtY)iundc Okxpe; Length of Service with District: (D m o rrl-b 5 1. Do you have current involvement with CSDA(such as committees, events, workshops, conferences, Governance Academy, etc.): W�rKshops �- Co+�-�erenc�5 2. Have you ever been associated with any other state-wide associations(CSAC,ACWA, League, etc.): No 3. List local government involvement(such as LAFCo, Association of Governments, etc.): L AFCo 4. List civic organization involvement: Nona "Candidate Statement—Although it is not required, each candidate is requested to submit a candidate statement of no more than 300 words in length, Any statements received in the CSDA office after May 31, 2018 will not be Included with the ballot. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 193 of 195 Page 11 of 12 El California Special NJOW Districts Association (99100 Districts Stronger Together 2018 CSDA BOARD CANDIDATE INFORMATION SHEET The following information MUST accompany your nomination form and Resolution/minute order: Name: Jan Palaiac District/Company: Livermore Area Recreation and Park District(LARPD) Title: Director of the Board Elected/Appointed/Staff: Elected Length of Service with District: Elected November 2016 to a 4 yr Term 1. Do you have current involvement with CSDA(such as committees, events, workshops, conferences, Governance Academy, etc.): Special District Leadership Academy Graduate (Spring 2017) Certificate of Recognition in Special District Governance (Fall 2017) CSDA Annual Conference (2017 & 2018); CSDA Legislative Days (2018) 2. Have you ever been associated with any other state-wide associations (CSAC, ACWA, League, etc.): CARPD Annual Conference (2017 & 2018) CPRS (California Parks and Recreation Society) member over 15 yrs ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects) Northern California Chapter, member 25 yrs 3. List local government involvement(such as LAFCo, Association of Governments, etc.): Livermore Downtown Inc (2017 & 2018) Key to the City (Livermore) (Spring 2018) 4. List civic organization involvement: Sr Landscape Architect City of San Jose (2000-2017) **Candidate Statement—Although it is not required, each candidate is requested to submit a candidate statement of no more than 300 words in length. Any statements received in the CSDA office after May 31, 2018 will not be included with the ballot. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 194 of 195 Page 12 of 12 Jan Palajac, Director Livermore Area Recreation and Park District I am very interested in becoming a member of the CSDA Board of Directors. I am in my first term (2016-2020) as an elected Director of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District. During my first year in office, I attended the Special District Leadership Academy,the CSDA Annual Conference, and the California Association of Parks and Recreation District (CARPD) Annual Conference. I also received a Recognition in Special District Governance certificate from CSDA. After 17 years as a landscape architect managing park and trail projects for the City of San Jose, I retired last year. While at San Jose, I successfully worked very closely with a number of municipal, county, state and federal agencies as well as other stakeholders to construct nationally recognized trail projects.To stay current with the latest professional practices, I attended and was a speaker at several state and nationwide professional conferences. I believe the communication skills I developed while at San Jose, my enthusiasm, and my commitment to CSDA's mission to promote good governance through professional development, advocacy and other services for special districts will enable me to effectively represent you on the Bay Area Network. Thank you for your support. July 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 195 of 195