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INTERVIEWS AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION (ARTS PROFESSIONAL SEAT)
On August 8, 2017, the following individuals received two or more nominations to be interviewed for the vacant seat on the Cultural Arts Commission: Omar Firestone, Abel Herrera, Rachel Morineau, Christianne Penunuri, Michael Tactay, and Beatrice Zamora.
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council conduct interviews and make the appointment as appropriate.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Environmental Notice
environmental notice
The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
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Environmental Determination
The Development Services Director has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that this activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change to the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the actions proposed are not subject to CEQA.
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CURRENT VACANCY
Cultural Arts Commission - 1 vacancy
The vacancy on the Cultural Arts Commission is for the following seat:
§ Arts Professional - to replace Roderick Reinhart
Per Chula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC) section 2.33.040, “The Cultural Arts Commission shall consist of nine voting members that represent a diversity of backgrounds, to be appointed in accordance with Article VI of the City Charter, and Chapter 2.25 CVMC. Further, all nine members shall demonstrate competence, knowledge and experience in cultural arts; and a minimum of six members shall be appointed from among artists, educators, and those with professional qualifications and experience in disciplines of arts and culture, including the performing arts, fine arts, culinary arts, media arts or related arts disciplines.”
APPLICANTS
At the City Council meeting of August 8, 2017, the following individuals received two or more nominations to be interviewed for the vacant seat:
• Omar Firestone
• Abel Herrera
• Rachel Morineau
• Christianne Penunuri
• Michael Tactay
• Beatrice Zamora
None of the above applicants currently serve on a City board or commission.
Attachments
1. Cultural Arts Commission Applications
2. Current Cultural Arts Commission Roster
Staff Contact:
Leah Larrarte, Deputy City Clerk