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INTERNAL OPERATIONS
COMMITTEE
August 22, 2016
11:00 A.M.
651 Pine Street, Room 101, Martinez
Supervisor John Gioia, Chair
Supervisor Candace Andersen, Vice Chair
Agenda
Items:
Items may be taken out of order based on the business of the day and preference
of the Committee
1.Introductions
2.Public comment on any item under the jurisdiction of the Committee and not on this
agenda (speakers may be limited to three minutes).
3. RECEIVE and APPROVE the Record of Action for the May 23, 2016 IOC meeting.
(Julie DiMaggio Enea, IOC Staff)
4. INTERVIEW candidates for the At Large Alternate 1 seat on the Fish & Wildlife
Committee and DETERMINE recommendations for Board of Supervisors consideration.
(Maureen Parkes, Conservation and Development Department)
5. CONSIDER approving recommendation from the Fish & Wildlife Committee for the
supplemental allocation of 2016 Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund grant funds in the
amount of $1,400 to print and distribute 5,000 updated "Wildlife in Your Backyard"
brochures. (Maureen Parkes, Conservation and Development Department)
6. INTERVIEW the following candidates for the Appointee 1 seat on the East Bay
Regional Parks District Park Advisory Committee and DETERMINE recommendation
for Board of Supervisors consideration. (Julie DiMaggio Enea, County Administrator's
Office)
7.The next meeting is currently scheduled for September 26, 2016.
8.Adjourn
The Internal Operations Committee will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with
disabilities planning to attend Internal Operations Committee meetings. Contact the staff person
listed below at least 72 hours before the meeting.
Any disclosable public records related to an open session item on a regular meeting agenda and
distributed by the County to a majority of members of the Internal Operations Committee less than
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96 hours prior to that meeting are available for public inspection at 651 Pine Street, 10th floor,
during normal business hours. Staff reports related to items on the agenda are also accessible on
line at www.co.contra-costa.ca.us.
Public comment may be submitted via electronic mail on agenda items at least one full work day
prior to the published meeting time.
For Additional Information Contact:
Julie DiMaggio Enea, Committee Staff
Phone (925) 335-1077, Fax (925) 646-1353
julie.enea@cao.cccounty.us
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INTERNAL OPERATIONS COMMITTEE 3.
Meeting Date:08/22/2016
Subject:RECORD OF ACTION FOR THE May 23, 2016 IOC MEETING
Submitted For: David Twa, County Administrator
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: N/A
Referral Name: RECORD OF ACTION
Presenter: Julie DiMaggio Enea, IOC
Staff
Contact: Julie DiMaggio Enea (925)
335-1077
Referral History:
County Ordinance requires that each County body keep a record of its meetings. Though the
record need not be verbatim, it must accurately reflect the agenda and the decisions made in the
meeting.
Referral Update:
Attached is the Record of Action for the May 23, 2016 IOC meeting.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
RECEIVE and APPROVE the Record of Action for the May 23, 2016 IOC meeting.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
None.
Attachments
DRAFT Record of Action for 5-23-16 IOC Meeting
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D R A F T
INTERNAL OPERATIONS
COMMITTEE
May 23, 2016
11:00 A.M.
651 Pine Street, Room 101, Martinez
Supervisor John Gioia, Chair
Supervisor Candace Andersen, Vice Chair
Present: John Gioia, Chair
Candace Andersen, Vice Chair
Staff Present:Julie DiMaggio Enea, Staff
Attendees: Michael Kent, Health Services Department
Kara Douglas, Conservation & Development Dept
Lindy Lavendar, District IV Supervisor's Office
Russell Watts, Treasurer-Tax Collector
Jason Crapo, Deputy DCD Director
John Kopchik, DCD Director
Jill Ray, District II Supervisor's Office
Tom Geiger, Asst. County Counsel
Allison Picard, Chief Asst CAO
Dustin Reilich, HERO Program
Phyllis Gordon, Commission for Women
James Hamill, CSCDA Managing Director
Jonathan Kevles, Renew Financial
Eve Perez, HERO Program
Charles Davidson
Linus Eukel
1.Introductions
Chair Gioia called the meeting to order at 11:05 a.m. and self-introductions were made around the
room.
2.Public comment on any item under the jurisdiction of the Committee and not on this
agenda (speakers may be limited to three minutes).
No members of the public asked to speak during the public comment period.
3.RECEIVE and APPROVE the Record of Action for the April 25, 2016 IOC meeting.
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The Record of Action for the April 25, 2016 IOC meeting was approved as presented.
AYE: Chair John Gioia, Vice Chair Candace Andersen
Passed
4.RECOMMEND to the Board of Supervisors the reappointment of Thomas Weber to the
BOS Appointee 1 seat on the Airport Land Use Commission for a new four-year term
expiring on May 4, 2020.
The Committee approved the nomination to reappoint Thomas Weber to the BOS
Appointee 1 seat on the Airport Land Use Commission to a new four-year term
expiring on May 4, 2020 and directed staff to forward the Committee's
recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.
AYE: Chair John Gioia, Vice Chair Candace Andersen
Passed
5.CONSIDER approving nominations by the Affordable Housing Finance Committee to the
following seats:
Seat Applicant Term Expiration
Community #2 Bijal Patel 6/30/18
Community #3 Lisa Caronna 6/30/19
County #3 Tom Shephard 6/30/19
The Committee approved the Affordable Housing Finance Committee's nominations
to appoint Bijal Patel to the Community #2 seat to a term ending 6/30/18, and
reappoint Lisa Caronna to the Community #3 seat and Tom Shephard to the County
#3 seat to terms endings 6/30/19, on the Affordable Housing Finance Committee; and
directed staff to forward the Committee's recommendations to the Board of
Supervisors.
AYE: Chair John Gioia, Vice Chair Candace Andersen
Passed
6.APPROVE Hazardous Materials Commission nomination to appoint Charles Davidson
(Hercules) to the Environmental Organization #3 Alternate seat to complete the unexpired
term ending on December 31, 2016 and to a new four-year term ending on December 31,
2020.
The Committee interviewed Charles Davidson and Linus Eukel for the Environmental
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The Committee interviewed Charles Davidson and Linus Eukel for the Environmental
Organization #3 Alternate seat. Supervisor Anderson was reluctant to recommend
candidates who, philosophically, were biased against anything other than renewable
energy, considering the number of refineries operating within the county. Supervisor
Gioia said he expects members to be open-minded but it was beneficial to have
differing viewpoints and important to achieve geographic representation on the
advisory bodies; and for this body in particular to have west county represented due to
the operation of refineries in west county. He would like to see someone who would
replace Henry Clark's voice on the Commission.
ACTION: Lacking unanimous Committee approval for either candidate and
recognizing that the Hazardous Materials Commission did not interview or
recommend Mr. Eukel, the Committee directed the Hazardous Materials Commission
to conduct a new recruitment and submit a new nomination to the IOC. The
Committee asked, when the nomination comes back, for staff to indicate the city of
residence of all Commission members and which agency each member is representing.
Michael Kent noted that providing the city of residence hasn't been a practice because
there are no geographic requirements for the seats in question. Supervisor Andersen
acknowledged that point and commented that she would not expect to have equal
representation on this Commission from her District since most of the county's
industry was located in east and west county.
AYE: Chair John Gioia, Vice Chair Candace Andersen
Passed
7.CONSIDER comments by the Commission for Women regarding the pending
recommendation to modify the membership configuration of the Commission.
Commission for Women Membership Chair Phyllis Gordon reviewed her letter to the
IOC and clarified that she is the Membership Chair but not the Commission Chair.
She reported that most of the District Seat vacancies have been filled or are in the
process of being filled. She said that the Commission prefers the current seat
configuration to what was proposed by the IOC. She noted that in the past, some
District seats were left vacant for more than two years. She observed that despite
lacking County staff support and funding, the Commission is functional. The
Commission has done a lot of membership outreach and has held meetings at
locations throughout the county.
Supervisor Anderson was inclined to maintain the current seat configuration and
observed that the Commission operates independently and with effectiveness. The BOS
supports the Commission's efforts. In reference to improving geographical
representation in Commission membership, Ms. Gordon stated that she would
appreciate receiving referrals from the District offices of applicants for the At Large
seats.
Supervisor Gioia concurred with maintaining the status quo membership
configuration, since the Commission currently has At Large seat vacancies.
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AYE: Chair John Gioia, Vice Chair Candace Andersen
Passed
8.ACCEPT status report on the implementation of Property Assessed Clean Energy
financing in the County unincorporated area.
Jason Crapo presented the staff report.
Supervisor Gioia invited the PACE providers to identify any issues they have with the
County's requirements. James Hamill (CSCDA) explained that CSCDA is a joint
powers authority that was established in 1988 and sponsored by the League of CA
Cities and CSAC. CSCDA provides a broad range of products (PACE being only one).
CSCDA has extensive bonding experience; all bond obligations revert back to the
borrower and do not become obligations of the city or county. In all 1400 bond
transactions of over $50 billion, there is no history of litigation against counties or
cities associated with the transaction.
CSCDA contracts with CA First to operate the PACE program. CSCDA is a
pass-through agency and the day to day operations fall under CA First. CSCDA
(PACE Provider) is willing to indemnify the County for the collection of the tax
assessments but not the operation of the PACE program. He said it would be more
appropriate for the CA First (PACE Administrator) to indemnify the County for
PACE program operations. He cited the community infrastructure program operated
by CSCDA on behalf of the County and the State, which also collects through tax
assessments, and does not require insurance. He has no objection to the County
placing these requirements on CA First but said his board is not inclined to agree to
such requirements for CSCDA.
Jason Crapo explained that the operating agreement (OA) is between the County and
the JPAs (PACE Providers), which are entities that have the legal authority to create
the assessment districts within which the PACE Administrators operate. The County is
seeking full indemnification from the PACE Providers for any lawsuits arising from
the operation of the PACE programs. In addition, the County is requiring PACE
Providers to carry general liability insurance. WRCOG, the PACE Provider for the
HERO Program, is self-insured. The County's Risk Manager recommends that PACE
Providers carry $5 million insurance coverage either by taking out a policy or being
named as an insured on another agency's policy.
James Hamill stated that in every assessment contract, the property owner is required
to hold CSCDA and the County harmless.
Dustin Reilich with Renovate America (HERO Administrator) said that he had a list
of ten issues/challenges with the agreement that WRCOG had signed with the County,
but that he was reconciled to all of the County's requirements except for inclusion of
the FHFA letter. He said that they have developed disclosure terminology with ABAG
to protect consumers that provides the same cautions as in the FHFA letter, and that,
technologically, requiring that letter to be included in their statewide or countrywide
application packet is problematic.
ACTION: The Committee asked Tom Geiger to review the HERO disclosures, and if
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ACTION: The Committee asked Tom Geiger to review the HERO disclosures, and if
they reflect the spirit and intent of the FHFA letter, then the Committee would
recommend eliminating the FHFA letter requirement from the OA. This OA
amendment can go directly to the BOS for consideration.
With regard to the insurance and indemnification requirements, Tom Geiger
explained the risk issues and advised that the level of risk the Committee was willing to
accept is more of a policy decision than a legal issue. He explained that the County's
agreement with WRCOG provided full indemnification of the County for the PACE
program and the actions of the PACE Administrators and contractors. Whereas,
CSCDA is proposing that it indemnify the County only for placement of taxes on the
tax roll. Since the County is not in contract with parties other than the PACE Provider
(CSCDA), it would have no recourse with the property owner, contractors, or PACE
Administrators. If CSCDA refuses to fully indemnify the County as WRCOG did, then
the practical solution for moving forward with CSCDA is for the County to enter into
separate contracts with CSCDA's PACE Administrators, e.g. CA First, for insurance
and indemnification.
Jason Crapo emphasized that the reason it's appropriate for the County to contract
with and be indemnified by the PACE Providers/JPAs rather than the PACE
Administrators, is that the PACE Providers are ultimately responsible for the tax
assessments for the life of the assessment, which could be as long as 20 years. PACE
Administrators may come and go over that period, business relationships may change,
but the PACE Provider is the entity that is legally responsible and that is the important
contractual relationship for the County.
ACTION: The IOC directed County Counsel to review CA First's proposed agreement
to indemnify the County and confer with CA First's legal counsel, and work with
County staff to bring the agreement to the Board for consideration.
AYE: Chair John Gioia, Vice Chair Candace Andersen
Passed
9.The next meeting is currently scheduled for June 27, 2016.
10.Adjourn
Chair Gioia adjourned the meeting at 12:25 p.m.
For Additional Information Contact:
Julie DiMaggio Enea, Committee Staff
Phone (925) 335-1077, Fax (925) 646-1353
julie.enea@cao.cccounty.us
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INTERNAL OPERATIONS COMMITTEE 4.
Meeting Date:08/22/2016
Subject:FISH & WILDLIFE COMMITTEE RECRUITMENT
Submitted For: John Kopchik, Interim Director, Conservation & Development
Department
Department:Conservation & Development
Referral No.: IOC 16/5
Referral Name: ADVISORY BODY RECRUITMENT
Presenter: Maureen Parkes Contact: Maureen Parkes 925-674-7831
Referral History:
In June 2014, the IOC reviewed Board Resolution Nos. 2011/497 and 2011/498, which stipulate
that applicants for At Large/Non Agency-Specific seats on specified bodies are to be interviewed
by a Board subcommittee. The Resolutions further permit a Board Committee to select a
screening committee to assist in interviewing applicants for appointment. Upon review of the
eligible seats, the IOC made a determination that it would conduct interviews for At Large seats
on the following bodies: Retirement Board, Fire Advisory Commission, Integrated Pest
Management Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, Treasury Oversight Board, Airport
Land Use Commission, Aviation Advisory Committee and the Fish & Wildlife Committee; and
that screening and nomination fill At Large seats on all other eligible bodies would be delegated
each body or a subcommittee thereof.
Referral Update:
The Fish & Wildlife Committee was established by the Board in December 1994 to advise the
Board on fish and wildlife issues, make recommendations for the expenditure of funds from the
Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund, and to address issues surrounding the enforcement of fish
and game laws and regulations of the County. The Committee comprises ten members: one
nominated by each County Supervisor, four At Large seats, and one At Large Alternate seat. Seat
terms were recently extended from two to four years at the direction of the IOC. The IOC
conducts interviews for the At Large and At Large Alternate seats.
Due to the resignation of the At Large Alternate 1 member, the seat is currently vacant and the
term will expire on December 31, 2016. The Conservation & Development Department recruited
for applicants as described in the attached transmittal memo. Six applications were received and
are attached for the IOC's review. All of the applicants were invited to interview with the IOC
today.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
INTERVIEW the following candidates for the At Large Alternate 1 seat on the Fish & Wildlife9
INTERVIEW the following candidates for the At Large Alternate 1 seat on the Fish & Wildlife
Committee to complete the unexpired term ending on 12/31/16 and also to a new four-year term
of 1/1/17-12/31/21, and DETERMINE recommendations for Board of Supervisors consideration:
Elizabeth Brunckhorst (Concord)
Scott Cashen (Walnut Creek)
Don Della Nina (Byron)
Dawn Manley (Walnut Creek)
Rodney Smith (Danville)
Jill Wiseman (Lafayette)
Fiscal Impact (if any):
None.
Attachments
Fish & Wildlife Transmittal and Applications
Current Fish & Wildlife Cte Roster
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6. PLEASE FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING SECTION COMPLETELY. List experience that relates to the qualifications needed to
serve on the local appointive body. Begin with your most recent experience. A resume or other supporting documentation
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7. How did you learn about this vacancy?
CCC Homepage Walk-ln Newspaper Advertisement -District Supervisor ),Otner
8. Do you have a Familial or Financial Relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors? (Please see BoardFlesolutionno.2}lltsi,attached): frfo ( Yes-
lf Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
9. Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other economic relations?No V' Yes
lf Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and
belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and understand that all information in this application is publically
accessible. I understand and agree that misstatements / omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a Board, Committee, or Commission in Contra Costa County.
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1 . This applir=tion is a public document aM is subject tc fe Calibmia Public Records Act (CA Gw. Code 962506270).
2. Send he mrnpleted paperapplk=tion tc he Office of tte Clerk of tre Boad at 651 Pine Sbeet, Room 106, Maltinez, CA 94553.
3. A r€sum6 or oher elevant inficrmation may be submiH wih his applioation.
4. AII members arc rcquired b hke tre follorying hining: 1) The Brown Act, 2) The Eletbr Govemment Ordinance, and 3) Etrics Tnining.
5. Membes of boads, cornmissions, and commibes rmy be rcquircd tr: 1 ) file a Stabment of Economic lnbrest Form also knomr re a Form
700, and 2) complets he State Ehios Tnaining Course as requircd by AB 1234.
6. Advisory body meetings may be held in varirxs locations and sorne locations may not be accessible by publicfansportation.
7. Meeting datss and times are subjecttc change and may occur up tc turo days per montr.
8. Someboads,@mmitbes,orcommissi:nsmayassignmembestcsubcommiteesoruorkgroupswhbhmayrcquircanadditional
commiEnentof time.
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THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA and foT
Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board Adopted Resolution
no. 2011/55 on210812011 as follows:
IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A POLICY MAKING FAMILY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS INELIGIBLE
FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES OR COMMISSIONS FOR WHICH THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS IS THE
APPOINTNG AUTHORITY
WHEREAS the Board of Supervisors wishes to avoid the reality or appearance of improper influence or favoritism:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following policy is hereby adopted:
I. SCOPE: This policy applies to appointments to any seats on boards, committees or commissions for which the Contra Costa County
Board ofSupervisors is the appointing authority.
II. POLICY: A person will not be eligible for appointment if he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' Member in any of the following
relationships:
1. Mother, father, son, and daughter;
2. Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
3. Great-grandfather, great-grandmother, aunt, uncle, nephew, niece, great-grandson, and great-granddaughter;
4. First cousin;
5. Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-1aw, daughter-in-law, stepson, and stepdaughter;
6. Sister-in-law (brother's spouse or spouse's sister), brother-in-law (sister's spouse or spouse's brother), spouse's grandmother,
spouse's grandfather, spouse's granddaughter, and spouse's grandson;
7. Registered domestic partner, pursuant to Califomia Family Code section 297.
8. The relatives, as defined in 5 and 6 above, for a registered domestic partner.
9. Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as dehned in the Political Reform Act (Gov't Code $87103,
Financial Interest), such as a business partner or business associate.
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8/17/2016
FISH AND WILDLIFE COMMITTEE ROSTER
Appointment Date Term Expires
Vacant (District 1)
February 28, 2016
Susan Heckly (District II)
Pleasant Hill
April 14, 2015 February 28, 2018
Clark Dawson (District III)
Antioch
March 31, 2015
February 28, 2018
Brett Morris (District IV)
Walnut Creek
March 3, 2015
February 28, 2019
Daniel Pellegrini (District V)
Martinez
March 3, 2015 February 28, 2019
Roni Gehlke (At-Large 1)
Oakley
January 5, 2016
December 31, 2018
Kathleen Jennings (At-Large 2)
Concord
January 5, 2016
December 31, 2018
Jeff Skinner(At-Large 3)
Martinez
December 9, 2014 December 31, 2016
Scott Stephan (At-Large 4)
San Ramon
December 9, 2014 December 31, 2016
Vacant (At-Large Alternate 1)
December 9, 2014 December 31, 2016
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INTERNAL OPERATIONS COMMITTEE 5.
Meeting Date:08/22/2016
Subject:SUPPLEMENTAL ALLOCATION OF FISH & WILDLIFE PROPAGATION
FUNDS
Submitted For: John Kopchik, Director, Conservation & Development Department
Department:Conservation & Development
Referral No.: IOC 16/6
Referral Name: Allocation of Propagation Funds by the Fish and Wildlife Committee
Presenter: Maureen Parkes, Conservation &
Development Dept
Contact: Maureen Parkes
925.674.7831
Referral History:
In April, the IOC reviewed and made recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on allocation
of 2016 Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund grant funds for six projects totaling $22,450. These
allocations were approved by the Board on May 10, 2016.
Referral Update:
Attached is a memo from the Fish & Wildlife Committee requesting consideration for a
supplemental allocation of $1,400 to print and distribute 5,000 updated "Wildlife in Your
Backyard" brochures. Attached is an explanatory memo and a sample of the brochure to be
distributed.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
APPROVE recommendation from the Fish & Wildlife Committee for the supplemental allocation
of 2016 Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund grant funds in the amount of $1,400 to print and
distribute 5,000 updated "Wildlife in Your Backyard" brochures.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
The recommendation will have no impact on the County General Fund. The FWC is proposing to
allocate $ 1,400.00 of the $15,987.99 unallocated propagation funds available. Fish and wildlife
propagation funds are restricted to costs for the protection, conservation, propagation, and
preservation of fish and wildlife, pursuant to Fish and Game Code section 13100, and are
budgeted in the Fish and Game Fund (110200).
Attachments
Fish & Wildlife Cte transmittal letter and brochure
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WILDLIFE
IN YOUR BACKYARD
Guide developed and funded by the
Contra Costa County Fish and Wildlife Committee
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Introduction One of the Bay Area’s greatestassets is its abundance of woodland,grassland and wetland habitats.Many wildlife species live in closeproximity to their human neighborsas housing development expands inour region. We invite you to take a few minutes to read about someof the common wildlife species found in Contra Costa County andseveral things you can do to get along with these original“residents” of your neighborhood.
How To Be Wildlife Friendly There are a few important steps to take to keep a healthydistance between your family and wildlife in the neighborhood.Following these tips helps to make wild animals welcome guestsrather than pests. n Keep garbage in tightly covered containers and pick up fallen fruit from fruit trees. Without the smells associated with foodstuffs from our houses and gardens, animals are much less likely to create nuisances in our yards.n Do not leave pet food or water out in your yard. Close pet doors at night to keep wild animals outside. n Maintain bird feeders by collecting fallen and discarded seeds which attract rats, squirrels and other wildlife.n Keeping cats indoors will protect them from disease and predators, as well as to help conserve native songbirds, lizards, salamanders and other small animals. Several sources, including the Audubon Society, report that free-roaming cats have devastating effects on native animals. n Close or screen entrances to attics, vents and crawl spaces, and areas under sheds and decks so animals cannot use those areas to sleep, den or breed.n If deer are a problem in your area, plant “deer resistant” 2
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plants recommended by your local nursery. n If raccoons or skunks are digging in your lawn, you may have a grub (insect larvae that eat grass roots) problem. Watering the lawn in the morning rather than the evening will make the lawn more difficult to dig and keep grubs deeper in the soil during the evening hours. Heavy grub infestations should be treated with the minimum amount of toxic substances. Ask your local nurseryabout beneficial nematodes for grub control. n Use black or cayenne pepper on the lawn to discourage wildlife from digging. Dog and cat repellant may work as well. n Let native wildlife stay wild. Although well intentioned, feeding wildlife disrupts natural behaviors and can reduce long-term survival. n Do not handle wildlife. This can harm animals and expose you to disease.
Our Furry, Feathered and Scaly FriendsThe following are some of the more common local animalresidents in the county. The recommendations noted for eachspecies can help to maintain a harmonious relationship with them.
RaccoonsThese black-masked, dexterous mammals are active mostly atnight and eat an extremely wide variety of foods. Raccoonsdigging in lawns are a common problem in suburban areas. Toprevent raccoons from routine visits to your yard, follow the3
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general tips on page 2, particularly regarding grub infestations. Inaddition, limit access to attics and crawl spaces by screening. If needed:n Wrap metal guards, 18 inches or wider, around tree trunks five or six feet above the ground to keep raccoons from climbing trees to get to roof tops and fruit. Trim bushes and tree branches three feet back from the roofline. n To protect fish in a pond, submerge a wire mesh horizontally around the edge, leaving the center open. Raccoons cannot reachpast the wire and will not stand on it because it is unstable. Submerge terra cotta pipes for fish escape cover.
Pocket Gopher Gophers are herbivores and eata variety of plants, such as leafyvegetables above ground and rootsand tubers underground. Theyconstitute an important food sourcefor many wild animals. Owls,hawks, foxes, coyotes, badgers,weasels and snakes eat gophers.Gophers also play a major role insoil dynamics. Their constantdigging results in vertical cycling ofsoil. This counteracts the packing effect of grazers, makes the soilmore porous and permeable, reduces run off and provides increasedaeration for plants. Gophers dig two types of burrows. One is a long, winding,shallow tunnel to obtain food, and the second a deep tunnel forshelter with chambers for food and nesting. Fan-shaped mounds ofloose dirt distinguish gopher holes from circular mole hills.
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gophers. Fasten commercial tree wrap around ornamental plants and trees. n Plant daffodils, oleander, gopher or mole plant (Euphorbia lathyris) or other plants that gophers dislike. Check at your local nursery for suggestions. To protect plant roots: n Plant in underground baskets of 1/4 inch hardware cloth. Line the sides and bottoms of all planting holes and beds with galvanized wire mesh or light gauge mesh when planting trees and shrubs; they need protection only when young and vulnerable. Use a heavier mesh for permanent beds where you grow annuals and vegetables. Be sure to place the mesh deep enough to accommodate growing root crops and bulbs, and leaveat least 3 inches of mesh above ground. n Make your own root protectors using 3/4 inch hexagonal wire netting or purchase them ready-made.
MolesMoles are insectivores and are very beneficial, aerating the soiland eating insects harmful to gardens. They do not eat vegetationand cause very little damage to plants. Gopher plant is reported torepel moles. Mole-Med is a castor bean extract that may repelmoles when sprayed on lawns.
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California Ground Squirrel Ground squirrels live in colonies in open areas where they canburrow, and are present in most agricultural and rural areas inCalifornia. They are also found around buildings, gardens andindustrial sites. For ground squirrels burrowing in your yard:n Place hardware cloth (1/4 inch or 1/2 inch mesh) to a depth of 18-20 inches around small plots of individual ornamental plants and trees. n Remove brush piles and debris, reduce cover, and control weeds to make the area more open and to remove food sources.n Encourage raptors such as hawks and owls by erecting a raptor perch or pole. For ground squirrels eating plants:n Wrap tree and shrub trunks with commercial tree wrap.n Spray rodent repellant on ornamental plants, which has an extremely bitter taste (may include Benzyidlethyl as an active ingredient). Cribbing spray and Roepel are available commercially. Avoid using gas cartridges and anticoagulants, which can poison non-target species directly or secondarily. Squirrel burrows are used by a wide variety of wildlife species.
Striped SkunksThe common skunk is anothercreature of the night that, like theraccoon, eats a wide variety of foods. Askunk typically will not use its mostfamous feature, its odor, unlessprovoked. Skunks digging in lawns are acommon problem in suburban areas. Tokeep skunks away from your yard,follow the general tips on page 2,particularly regarding grub infestations.Keeping garbage and pet food inaccessible is especially important, aswell as screening vents and crawl spaces. 6
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If a skunk sprays you or your pet, mix together into solution (butnot in a closed container, as it’s potentially volatile):1 quart 3%hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, 1 tsp. Dawn dish detergent. Apply immediately, keeping it out of the animal’s eyes, nose andmouth. Leave for several minutes and rinse with water. This amount isenough for a small dog. You should double the ingredients for mediumdogs and triple for large dogs. Apply several times if needed.Commercial deodorizers are available from veterinarians and feedstores.
SongbirdsDue to the diversity ofhabitats throughout ContraCosta County, more than180 species of birds can befound here. Many areyear-round residents, whileothers pass through duringspring and fall migration. If you choose to keep abird feeder and/or abirdbath, keep them clean.Dirty feathers spreaddisease. Once a week, washyour feeder with soapywater, rinse and soak in adiluted solution of bleach (1 part bleach to 32 parts water). Alwaysuse fresh, high-quality sterile seed. If the seed gets wet from rain,replace it with dry seed immediately before mold develops.The American Bird Conservancy, the National AudubonSociety and the Humane Society urge owners to keep cats confinedindoors and controlled to protect birds and other wildlife. If yourcat injures a bird, place the bird in a small container such as apaper lined box. Call Lindsay Wildlife Experience (see back pagefor number) for care information.7
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Black-tailed Deer Deer eat a variety of plants and seem particularly attracted tomany of the trees, bushes and perennials commonly used in youryard. While eight to ten foot high fencing is the only sure methodof preventing deer from eating your plants, an alternative is to erectscreens or other barriers around individual plants to protect them. Your local nursery can help you find plants less likely to begrazed by deer. Repellents can be successful, but instructions mustbe followed carefully. You may need to try several different brandsof repellents to find one that actually repels deer in your yard. Deerrepellents are available at nurseries and home improvement stores.Motion activated sprinklers work well to scare and startle deerfrom your garden.
OpossumsThe opossum is the onlymarsupial native to NorthAmerica. It was introducedinto California in San Joseduring the 1920s as a gameanimal, and has dispersedthroughout the state.8
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Opossums are active at night, and are known to “play dead”when startled or confronted. They generally are not aggressive ordestructive, but may try to bluff their attacker by hissing, salivatingand opening their mouths wide to show their 50 teeth. Opossumsare less likely to linger if garbage cans are well sealed and pet foodis not left out.
SnakesThe Bay Area is home to many different species of snakes,including the gopher snake, king snake and rattlesnake. The onlypotentially dangerous venomous snake in the Bay Area is theNorthern Pacific Rattlesnake. Although the Night Snake and Ring-necked snake with rearfangs are mildly poisonous, they are generally not harmful tohumans due to their size and demeanor. Gopher snakes are more common than rattlesnakes in the BayArea and are often mistaken for rattlesnakes. A gopher snake has apointed tail. A rattlesnake will have rattles on its tail, or if it isyoung, it may have a rounded tail with a button, but will neverhave a pointed tail.Rattlesnakes are potentially dangerous to humans and pets. Anyrattlesnake bite should be treated as a medical emergency thatrequires immediate care for humans or veterinary care for pets. Thebite victim should be immobilized, remain calm and be transportedto a hospital. Vaccinations are available for pets. 9
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Snakes are beneficial because they eat many animals weconsider to be pests, such as mice, rats and ground squirrels. Theyshould not be killed.To make your yard less attractive to snakes, clear or thin densebrush and weeds from around your house to reduce rodents. Inparticular, discouraging ground squirrels will also reduce theattractiveness of an area to rattlesnakes. Fencing may keep most snakes out of yards. Use small-mesh wirefence that extends 18 inches into the ground and 3 feet above ground.Do not use plastic mesh because snakes can become entangled.
CoyotesCoyotes are foundthroughout California in avariety of habitats, includingurban areas. They resemble asmall German shepherd dogwith the exception of thelong snout and bushy,black-tipped tail. Feedingcoyotes, whether deliberatelyor not, puts you, your pets and your neighbors at risk. Feed pets indoors or promptly remove outdoor dishes whenyour pet is finished. Store kibbled pet food in trash cans with tightlids that prevent spilling if the can tips over. To make your homeless attractive to rodents clear brush and dense weeds. Never leave small children unattended in areas known to befrequented by coyotes. Protect your pets by keeping small animalsindoors. Coyotes may seek cats and small dogs in residential areas.Cats should never be allowed to wander outside in coyote country.Bring dogs indoors at night and never allow them to run loose.
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years ago with many subsequent reintroductions throughout thestate. They have become well established in many areas, includingthe Bay Area. Turkey nests and eggs are protected by Federal law.
Wild turkeys live in woodland habitats, which contain bothtrees for roosting and open grasslands for foraging and nesting.Local turkey populations have recently increased in size, withsome flocks containing 50 or more birds. Turkeys are ground feeders, and consume a wide variety offood including grasses, grains, acorns, fruits, insects andagricultural crops. In particular, their fondness for acorns mayhinder oak regeneration and rob native wildlife of a valuable foodresource. Turkeys are a protected game species. Many residents enjoy seeing these impressive birds; however,they have become a nuisance in some suburban areas due to thedamage they can cause by foraging in gardens and landscaping andthe droppings they leave behind. In many cases, these problems arecaused or exacerbated by residents who feed the turkeys andthereby attract them to residential neighborhoods. Feeding wildturkeys puts them in jeopardy by altering their wild behavior andencouraging close contact with people. If wild turkeys begin roosting in your trees or causing damageto your property and you need help, the California Department ofFish and Wildlife can provide specific advice. Turkeys can bediscouraged from your property with motion-activated sprinklers.11
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Mice and Rats Rodents most commonly seen inand around dwellings in the BayArea include the house mouse,roof rat (black rat) and Norwayrat (brown rat). These animalsare not native to North America,cause millions of dollars indamage each year, and can causefood poisoning and spreaddiseases such as plague andtyphus to humans. In the Bay Area, we also havemany native rodents such as deer mice, harvest mice, Californiavoles (meadow mice) and dusky-footed woodrats (pack rats).These native species are usually seen away from homes, butsometimes may be found close to or in dwellings when populationsincrease periodically. You can make your home and garden less attractive to rodents:n Keep leaf litter, lumber, trash, brush, wood and rock piles to a minimum to reduce hiding places. Ground cover such as ivy is commonly used by non-native rodents.n Remove all sources of food. Fruit and vegetables should be promptly harvested and not allowed to accumulate or drop to theground. n Bird feeders should contain seeds and not allow them to drop to the ground. n Seal all places where rodents may enter your house. Mice can get through an opening the size of a dime; rats can enter through openings the size of a quarter. In your home:n Do not use glue traps or poison. Glue traps are inhumane and can catch unintended victims such as lizards and birds. Poisoned rodents may secondarily poison non-target predators orpets. Snap traps are the most effective, humane method of12
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control. n If you hire a pest control operator, make sure they use traps and exclusion instead of poisons.
BatsThe Bay Area is home to many species of bats. They are a protected non-game species and may not be harmed, except under special conditions set by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Bats are very beneficial becausethey eat a large variety of harmfulinsects. A colony of 500 bats caneasily capture over a half a million insects nightly. Some bats roost in trees and rock crevices. Other colonialspecies roost in buildings or may have nighttime feeding roosts.Bats roosting on porches and eaves are usually Pallid bats whichcome at night to roost and feed on their meal; insect body parts areoften found below the roost. To deter bats from roosting, cover thearea with smooth, tight-fitting plastic, such a Plexiglas or otherhard plastic, so they can’t crawl under or cling to it. Naphthaleneflakes (moth balls) suspended in netting or socks sometimes deterbats from roosting in an area. Never attempt to handle any bat, as they are potential vectors ofthe lethal rabies virus. However, less than one half-percent of batsactually contract rabies. Eliminate openings where bats may enter a building. If a batenters a building allow it to fly out by itself through open windowsor doors. Never seal a roosting area from May through August in casethere is a nursery colony with baby bats that cannot fly out.If humans or pets come in direct contact or are bitten by a bat,collect the bat and seek immediate medical advice from your localcounty health department and doctor.13
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Mountain LionsThe mountain lion is an apex predator coexisting with us in theeast San Francisco Bay area. Mountain lions are a keystone specieswhich reflects the health of the environment. In Contra Costa County mountain lions are faced with severalchallenges, particularly the fragmentation of habitat. Mountain lions require large tracts of land territory and homerange. Our freeways and suburbanization have divided the regioninto isolated, disconnected areas which mountain lions mustnavigate to access preferred habitat. Vehicles are a leading cause of death for these animals. Uponentering into our backyards or cities, they pose a potential publicsafety concern. Your chances of being attacked by a mountain lionare extremely low. There have been 16 confirmed attacks on humans by mountainlions in California since 1890. For comparison, one is 1,000 timesmore likely to be struck by lightning and 500 times more likely tobe killed by a domestic dog.
To minimize risks of mountain lion attacks:n Do not hike alone. Hike in groups.n Keep children close to you and within your sight at all times when in lion country.n Do not approach a lion. Most mountain lions will generally try to avoid a confrontation. Give them a way to escape.14
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n Do not run from a lion. Running may stimulate a mountain lion’s instinct to chase. Instead, stand and face the animal. Make eye contact. If you have small children, pick them up if possible so they do not panic and run. n Do not crouch or bend over. A person squatting or bending over looks a lot like a four-legged prey animal. n Do all you can to appear larger. Raise your arms. Open your jacket if you are wearing one. Throw stones, branches or whatever you can reach without crouching or turning your back. Wave your arms slowly and speak firmly in a loud voice. n Fight back if attacked with any means available, protecting your head and neck.
Pets and WildlifeIndoor cats avoid exposure to disease and predators. Free-roaming cats and small dogs can become part of the food chain,with consequences for both pets and wildlife. Indoor cats live anaverage of five times longer than free-roaming cats. Dogs should be kept in fenced yards, on leash or under directcontrol. Keep vaccinations for dogs and cats current to minimizerisk of disease transmission between domestic and wild animals.Your veterinarian can give you more information about preventingproblems caused by encounters between pets and wildlife.
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And, Finally...We hope that this guide shows that living with wildlife is notmuch of a burden. Most of what works to keep wildlife populationshealthy is common sense.
Keep creeks cleanIf you are aware of pollutants such as oil, pesticides, poolwater, yard clippings or other man-made pollutants entering localcreeks, inform your city’s public works department.
Californian Office of Emergency Services (800) 852-7550California Dept. of Fish & Wildlife (707) 944-5500CCC Animal Services Dept. (Central/Eastern County)(925) 335-8300CCC Animal Services Dept. (Western County)(510) 374-3966Contra Costa Clean Water Program (800) NODUMPINGContra Costa Dept. of Agriculture (925) 646-5250Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control (925) 685-9301Lindsay Wildlife Experience (925) 935-1978
Save waterReducing residential and business water use relieves the intensepressure on our water resources posed by our growing population.For example, use native plants that do not require heavy watering,and use a broom instead of the hose when cleaning around yourhome or at work.
Visit local parks and creeksThere is high quality wildlife habitat not far from your home.Getting to know the region’s animals is a pleasure and shows thevalue of our efforts to preserve, conserve and restore wildlife.
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INTERNAL OPERATIONS COMMITTEE 6.
Meeting Date:08/22/2016
Subject:East Bay Regional Parks District Park Advisory Committee Recruitment
Submitted For: David Twa, County Administrator
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: IOC 16/5
Referral Name: Advisory Body Recruitment
Presenter: Julie DiMaggio Enea Contact: Julie DiMaggio Enea (925) 335-1077
Referral History:
The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) Park Advisory Committee (PAC) was established
in July 1974 to assist in the development of the District’s master plan. The PAC consists of
twenty-one members. Members of the PAC are nominated by the following:
1. Two members by each member of the Board of Directors (14),
2. One member for each of the following (7): a. Mayors' Conference of Alameda County, b.
Mayors' Conference of Contra Costa County, c. Board of Supervisors of Alameda County, d.
Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County, e. Contra Costa County Chapter of California
Special Districts Association, f. Alameda County Chapter of California Special Districts
Association, g. One representative of organized labor from the Alameda Central Labor Council or
the Contra Costa Central Labor Council (on a rotating basis). Employees of the EBRPD are not
eligible to serve on the PAC.
Referral Update:
Colin Coffey has been serving as the Board of Supervisors representative since 2011. Two
applications (attached hereto) have been received for the current vacancy:
Colin Coffey (Hercules)
Elaine Schroth (Danville)
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
INTERVIEW the following candidates for the Appointee 1 seat on the East Bay Regional Parks
District Park Advisory Committee to complete the unexpired term ending on December 31, 2016
and to a new two-year term expiring on December 31, 2018:
Colin Coffey (Hercules)
Elaine Schroth (Danville)
Fiscal Impact (if any):
None.
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Attachments
Candidate Application_Colin Coffey_EBRPD Adv Committee
Candidate Application_Elaine Schroth_EBRPD Adv Committee
Supplemental Information Submitted by Elaine Schroth
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CLERK OF THE BOARD
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Martinez, California 94553-1292
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may be attached but it may not be used as a substitute for completing this section.
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7. How did you learn about this vacancy?
�CCC Homepage Walk-In �Newspaper Advertisement �District Supervisor �Other _________________________
8. Do you have a Familial or Financial Relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors? (Please see Board
Resolution no. 2011/55, attached): No ______ Yes______
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship: ______________________________________________
9. Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other economic relations?
No ______ Yes______
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I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and
belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and understand that all information in this application is publically
accessible. I understand and agree that misstatements / omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a Board, Committee, or Commission in Contra Costa County.
Sign Name: _____________________________________________ Date: __________________________________
Important Information
1. This application is a public document and is subject to the California Public Records Act (CA Gov. Code §6250-6270).
2. Send the completed paper application to the Office of the Clerk of the Board at: 651 Pine Street, Room 106, Martinez, CA 94553.
3. A résumé or other relevant information may be submitted with this application.
4. All members are required to take the following training: 1) The Brown Act, 2) The Better Government Ordinance, and 3) Ethics Training.
5. Members of boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: 1) file a Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form
700, and 2) complete the State Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
6. Advisory body meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by public transportation.
7. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two days per month.
8. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work groups which may require an additional
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THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA and for
Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board Adopted Resolution
no. 2011/55 on 2/08/2011 as follows:
WHEREAS the Board of Supervisors wishes to avoid the reality or appearance of improper influence or favoritism;
IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A POLICY MAKING FAMILY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS INELIGIBLE
FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES OR COMMISSIONS FOR WHICH THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS IS THE
APPOINTING AUTHORITY
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following policy is hereby adopted:
1. Mother, father, son, and daughter;
2. Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
I. SCOPE: This policy applies to appointments to any seats on boards, committees or commissions for which the Contra Costa Co unty
Board of Supervisors is the appointing authority.
II. POLICY: A person will not be eligible for appointment if he/she is rela ted to a Board of Supervisors’ Member in any of the following
relationships:
3. Great-grandfather, great-grandmother, aunt, uncle, nephew, niece, great-grandson, and great-granddaughter;
4. First cousin;
5. Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and stepdaughter;
6. Sister-in-law (brother’s spouse or spouse’s sister), brother-in-law (sister’s spouse or spouse’s brother), spouse’s grandmother,
spouse’s grandfather, spouse’s granddaughter, and spouse’s grandson;
7. Registered domestic partner, pursuant to Californi a Family Code section 297.
8. The relatives, as defined in 5 and 6 above, for a registered domestic partner.
9. Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the Political Reform Act (Gov’t Code §87103,
Financial Interest), such as a business partner or business associate.
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EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT
PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE (PAC)
APPLICATION
Name_Elaine Cortez Schroth________________________________________________________________
Danville CA 94526____________________________________________
Phone: Day __________ Evening __________
Employer Name_____Retired. Leadership San Ramon Valley Executive Director
Business
Address__PO Box 1185 Danville 94526________________ E-mail:
Related Experience and Interests:
Strong interest in maintaining open spaces, trailheads, parklands. Experience revieweing
master plans, HOA CC & Rs, Financials. Experience with JPAs, executive boards, citizen
committees, elected officials, public govt./staff. Experience creating and reviewing
audits, budgets, general policies. Knowledge of Brown Act.
Describe one area of highest interest related to parks, open space & recreation:
Currently reside in westside Danville, close to both Las Trampas trails as well as Iron
Horse Trail. Enjoy utilizing EBRPD trails. Know San Ramon Valley and Oakland Hills very
well - in addition to exploring all of Contra costa and Alameda county over last 30
years. Continue the legacy of our parks and trails included in future growth.
For purpose of assuring a diverse representation on the PAC we would appreciate your
optional response to the following:
1)Date of Birth: ________4) Annual Income Level:
2) Highest level of education
completed:
__BS Economics_
Under $30K
_________ 30K-$60K
_____X__ Above $60K
___X
3)Ethnic Identity:
5)Physically Challenged Y_____ N__X_
If appointed, I am committed to serve at least a 2-year term and will make every effort to
attend evening meetings on the fourth Monday of each month.
Signed:___________________________________________________Date:__________________________
PLEASE RETURN TO:
Yolande Barial
East Bay Regional Park District
2950 Peralta Oaks Court
Oakland, CA 94605
Nominating Authority: ___________________________
Address: ___________________________
___________________________
Contact Person: Yolande Barial,
Confidential Secretary
Phone: 510/544-2021 Fax: 510/569-1417
Email: ybarial@ebparks.org
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Elaine C. Schroth
Danville CA 94526
Professional Summary
Elaine Cortez Schroth served as the Executive Director of the
Leadership San Ramon Valley program since 2008. She is very passionate about the San
Ramon Valley community, in particular maintaining the open spaces, regional trails, and
parklands. Elaine also served as the Program Manager 2013-2016 for the TRAFFIX program,
a Measure J Congestion Relief Agency for the San Ramon Valley.
An active community member, Elaine has served as a Chairman of the Board and board
member for the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce, is a past board member of the San
Ramon Valley YMCA, a past youth athletic coach, and an involved board member of her
HOAs. In June 2016, Elaine received a Proclamation by Contra Costa County District 2
Supervisor Candace Andersen recognizing her Dedication, Commitment, and Service to the
San Ramon Valley Community. Elaine is a past VP of Philanthropy of National Charity League
Rolling Hills, a mother/daughter organization that empowers members to be well-rounded and
socially aware contributors in their communities. An engaged citizen, Elaine looks forward to
new roles volunteering in her community.
Elaine retired several years ago as a Danville business owner, where her two businesses, Bay
Building Maintenance and Langenwalter Carpet Cleaning and Dyeing have provided
commercial janitorial and carpet cleaning services to Contra Costa and Alameda county
businesses and residences since 1987.
Elaine enjoys many activities such as hiking, biking, paddle boarding, travel, and Zumba
classes. Elaine and her husband Gary, a biochemist, reside in Danville and have three
children; two are graduates of Cal High and UC alumni, as well as a recent Monte Vista High
school graduate who will start the University of Arizona in the Fall.
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Elaine Cortez Schroth
Email: Phone:
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/elaine-cortez-schroth/11/55a/828 Twitter: @Elaine_Schroth
SUMMARY OF EXPERTISE
Strong network of community business leaders, government officials, corporate board members, and senior
level executives in San Ramon Valley, creating 25 years of partnerships in East Bay cities and counties.
Successful business owner for over 24 years in Bay Area with 50 employees and 150+ accounts
25+ years active chamber involvement and community board member creating objectives, goal, and policies
Meeting organizer, presenter and public speaker for 30+ non-profit groups and transportation JPA
In fast-paced environments, provide solutions and effective responses to emergency and controversial issues
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Program Manager, Measure J Traffic Congestion Relief Agency (TRAFFIX) is a public agency responsible
for providing traffic congestion relief through San Ramon Valley's most congested intersections
2013 – 2016 http://www.ridetraffix.com
Program Administration: Administers and coordinates TRAFFIX program, projects and activities; makes
recommendations for action and assists in policy and procedure development and implementation:
Public Interface: Point of contact for nearly 2,000 students and parents each morning and afternoon.
Budget Management: Develop an annual $ 2M+operating budget for approval to the Board of Directors.
Contract Management: Coordinate $ 2M contracts (union) related to the operations, planning, finances.
Web Site Management: Develop, evaluate, and update the website, which serves as the Program’s primary
business transaction location for over 10,000 users, including public meeting agendas and minutes.
Board and Committee Meetings: Plans, prepares, and coordinates the preparation of reports including
recommendations for action on policies, procedures, goals, and objectives to the B OD, committees.
Marketing: Promote the student transportation service and increase ridership by:
Advertising: Creates and administers campaign and public communications utilizing newsletters, press
releases and other forms of social media. Proven reduction in greenhouse gas emissions with 500,000 fewer
vehicle trips around TRAFFIX schools and 140,000+ vehicle trips that no longer occur.
Program Monitoring: conducts organizational, operational and analytical studies and promotes the
effectiveness of the program in providing traffic congestion relief; including 1 million fewer miles of
private vehicle travel every school year.
Program Reporting: Serves as liaison to governing bodies - Danville Town Council, San R a m o n C i t y
C o u n c i l , SRVUSD Board of Trustees, and CCC Board of Supervisors, SWAT, and CCTA).
Executive Director, Leadership San Ramon Valley – Non-profit program provides information and skills to manage
the challenges and lead in the rapidly evolving business, political, cultural and social environment of the San Ramon Valley.
2008 – 2016 http://www.leadershipsrv.org
Primary contact for the 25 year program and within the community of San Ramon Valley for nearly
600 alumni. Key speaker at various Chamber of Commerce events and service club meetings.
Overall Coordination and Administration of the 10 month annual program.
Support the Board of Directors by formulating monthly 15 member Board meeting agendas, financial
information and meeting minutes; maintain Bylaws; annually recruit 30-35 new class members.
Support each year’s class participants with 40 facilitators and speakers annually.
Financial/Fundraising: Prepare annual budget; maintain tax and financial records and provide monthly
financial reports to the Board; grant writing, corporate and alumni donation requests.
Communication and Marketing: Prepare and distribute news releases; maintain website.
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Owner and CFO, Bay Building Maintenance, Inc.
1989 – 2013 http://www.baybuildingmaintenance.com
Operations: manage 50 employees and 150 janitorial service accounts on an annual basis.
CFO: manage all financial aspects of service business with $ 1 + million annual budget.
Marketing: implement and manage website and advertising. Manage marketing campaigns.
Community Outreach: participate in Chamber of Commerce and other professional groups. Attend
seminars, networking groups, professional workshops to expand scope of business.
Sales and Training: train field and office supervisors and employees. Prepared written catalogs, course
guides, and brochures of complex product features.
EDUCATION / AWARDS
Present – 2013 University of California Berkeley Technology Transfer Program, ITS
B.S. Economics 1985 University of California, Davis
2016 Proclamation by Contra Costa County District 2 Supervisor Candace Andersen recognizing and
honoring Dedication, Commitment, and Service to San Ramon Valley Community
2012 Danville Award -Dedicated Service to the Town of Danville
2011 Highest Philanthropy Honor– National Charity League Association for Mothers and Daughters
2007 Nominee Business Person of the Year– Danville Area Chamber
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & ACTIVITIES
Present Association of Leadership Professionals
Present Danville Area and San Ramon Chamber of Commerce Member / Past Executive Board
Present SRVUSD Student Recognition Committee
2000 -2015 Twin Creeks and Tuscany HOA Board Member/ Executive Committee
2009-2015 National Charity League Member / Executive Board Member/ VP Philanthropy
2004-2013 ICCS – Cleaning Contractor Member / Janitorial Services Management Member
1989-2013 San Leandro and Oakland Chamber of Commerce Member
2006-2010 San Ramon Valley YMCA Board Member
2008 Danville Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board
2004 Leadership San Ramon Valley Graduate
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Elaine C. Schroth References
PREPARED FOR:
Sharon Clay
East Bay Regional Park District
Candace Andersen Contra Costa County District II Supervisor
TRAFFIX Board of Directors - Chair 309 Diablo Road
candace.andersen@bos.cccounty.us Danville, CA 94526
925.314.3329 (w)
Bill Clarkson City of San Ramon Offices
San Ramon Mayor 7000 Bollinger Canyon Road
bill@billclarkson.com San Ramon, CA 94583
925.200.5380 (cell)
Henry Perezalonso Town of Danville Offices
Town of Danville Parks/ Recreation Manager 233 Front Street
hperezalonso@danville.ca.gov Danville, CA 94526
408.835.1501 (cell)
925.314.3454 (w)
Karen Stepper Town of Danville Offices
Town of Danville Mayor 510 La Gonda Way
councilstepper@yahoo.com Danville, CA 94526
925.275.2412 (cell)
Rachel Hurd Leadership San Ramon Valley Board of Directors
TRAFFIX Board of Directors – Past Chair SRVUSD Board of Education Director
rmshurd@sbcglobal.net 9474 Broadmoor Drive
925.833.9455 (h) San Ramon, CA 94583
925.819.0351(cell)
Dominique Yancey Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office
San Ramon Parks Commission 900 Ward Street
dan.yancey@comcast.net Martinez, CA 94553
925.895.8240 (cell)
Victoria Harris Chevron Corporation
San Ramon Planning Commission 6001 Bollinger Canyon Road
vickiharris@chevron.com San Ramon, CA 94583
925.487.6921 (cell)
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