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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Packet - 7/17/2017BOARD AND COMMISSIONS COMMITTEE July 17, 2017 4:20 PM Harold E. Getty Council Chambers Members Chairperson Jerome Amos, Jr. Vice Chairperson Bruce Jacobs Tom Powers Roll Call: Approval of Agenda, as proposed. 1. Motion to receive and file Mayor Hart's recommendation of the following appointments: A. Michelle Weber Board/Commission: Design Review Board Expiration Date: 5/7/2020 Re -Appointment B. Gwenne Berry Board/Commission: Airport Board Expiration Date: 6/30/2021 New Appointment C. Dr. Linda Allen Board/Commission: Airport Board Expiration Date: 6/30/2021 New Appointment Adjournment Kelley F elchle City Clerk Page 1 of 13 CITY OF WATERLOO Council Communication Michelle Weber City Council Meeting: 7/17/2017 Prepared: 7/11/2017 REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Mayor Office Westphal, Michelle Approved 7/11/2017 - 10:28 AM Clerk Office Higby, Nancy Approved 7/11/2017 - 11:19 AM ATTACHMENTS: Description Type D Application Weber 2014 Cover Memo Page 2 of 13 CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA :..izw r.rq /-(I"f,LBOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION ( \ '• Date: L _ �1 1, %moi % c`, Li , request to be appointed to (state preference): (Name) �} /� 1- Z.nvvrwr�,v�r i �/P�n1mP rJ2. �1•qh Re:f:OPz) &Orr/ 4t ' 3.4 rpor---1 acrd /S Qrf'G �.eserV�l�Or7 Home Phone: c) n ) CeII phone: 319 Z �„g X 17 Work Phone: ( t t T% gRt` Home Address Zoo 1 sop P.r) D L Zipcode Sibgg Employer soC � Pr-,ru1S_7-7 ii_c Title "lireJor- a JSer Yit e Employer Address too a pet r . C .41,0_ rA,+e. 3o/) Zipcode .5n 70 2, How long have you res4ded in Waterloo? Z years \ at..k ileailt< Lb e.. WbrK List current membership in organizations and offices held: I.. ):10 -CerfP / Cx7,,s / L), ill A-ir !� l 1 me-rnb-2-r Cros.S;r-D ads R 6 ? C /)1j I am available for meetings: A.M. P.M. Noon Evenings / Jte_ am available to serve on a Board/Commission the entire year: (yes) No (check below) Spring Summer Fall Winter All Season Briefly explain your qualifications for appointment to a —�- )-z t vi✓ I a ve i,-, /ai c jf »a /C 17ifGf7mYr��� �L 7�r5 1���ir� R - p •J ✓ / f designated Board/Commission: C .24-74-v Z 7 . n ./1i9IrII -74/9 4f117 (.r //e) /1"! z?i e,Dh? kh11'1. Z9 ,s Additional information and comments that may not be evident from information already on this form: -P C . (©O References (include phone numbers): 4+rl) r v; L lop i . l r,j zr1 a /071' e" -P 7-4a 6167: PSS ( (2f2J�? ,r-t>r7 1,2 e0/4-1 319 ppy 2 S Key- y/ r7 Pau ?SL;) l I understand this application does not bind me to accept an appointment should it be offered, nor does it guarantee an appointment to a Board/Commission. If selected, 1 will be available to attend appropriate training sessions. rThis application will remain valid and on file for one calendar year from date above. V F 1'V 1 !<"/iCvs07/ 7, 5ignture Ml. 10, RETURN TO MAYOR'S OFFICE, 715 MULBERRY ST., WATERLOO, IA 50703 08103/20t0 FAX 291-4286; PHONE 291-4301. Lfriut /)1()___6 ychia:A4 Page 3 of 13 CITY OF WATERLOO Council Communication Gwenne Berry City Council Meeting: 7/17/2017 Prepared: 7/7/2017 REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Mayor Office Westphal, Michelle Approved 7/7/2017 - 5:55 PM Clerk Office Higby, Nancy Approved 7/10/2017 - 10:05 AM ATTACHMENTS: Description Type D Application Berry Cover Memo Page 4 of 13 RECEIVED Jul, 0 7 2011 CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION Date: 7 July 2017 Gwenne Berry , request to be appointed to (Name) Waterloo Regional Airport Board of Commissioners Home Phone: N/A Cell Phone: 319.230.0928 Work Phone: 319.273.2820 Home Address 3731 Pearl Lane Zip Code_50702 Employer University of Northern Iowa__ Title Asst to President/Chief Diversity Officer Employer Address_Seer/ey 1, Cedar Falls, Iowa Zip Code 50614 How long have you resided in Waterloo? `approximately 45 years List current membership in organizations and offices held:, (see attached resume) I am available for meetings: X A.M. X P.M. X Noon 0 Evenings (able, but not preferred) I am available to serve on a Board/Commission the entire year: X Yes ❑ No If no, list months not able to serve: Briefly explain your qualifications for appointment to a designated Board/Commission: �As a lifelong member of the Waterloo Community, I've been active in several civic organizations, but have yet to have the opportunity to positively impact my community via official boards. My father was the Sector Chief for the FAA at the Waterloo Airport for some time, and I've been familiar with and interested in the basic management of the airport most of my life. Like most of the people in this community, 1 long to see the airport become the "go -to" airport in Eastern Iowa, and with my background in public relations, organizational communication and diversity, I believe 1 would bring a useful voice to the Commission. Additional information and comments that may not be evident from information already on this form: (See attached resume) References (include phone numbers): (See attached resume) I understand this application does not bind me to accept an appointment should it be offered, nor does it guarantee an appointment to a Board/Commission. if selected, I will be available to attend appropriate training sessions. This application will remain valid and on file for one calendar year from above date. Signature RETURN TO MAYOR'S OFFICE, 715 MULBE RY ST., ATERL , IA 50703 Rev 04/1412014 FAX 291-4286; EMAIL: mavorawaterloo-ia.orst; PHONE 291-4301 Page 5 of 13 Gwenne C. Berry 3731 Pearl Lane, Waterloo, Iowa 50702 (319) 230-0928 gwenne1913@hotmail.com Education University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA M.A., Communication Studies (emphasis: Organizational Communication) Iowa State University, Ames, IA Bachelor of Arts, Journalism Certifications Certified Affirmative Action Professional —American Association for Affirmative Action (AAAA) Certified Campus Title IX Investigator — Association of Title IX Administrators (atlXa) Experience The University of Northern Iowa Office of the President Assistant to the President/Chief Diversity Officer 2016 -Present • Provides strategic leadership of institutional diversity and inclusion effort • Leads the development of strategic plans and fosters collaboration across campus in achievement of goals • Maintains ongoing opportunities for student, faculty and staff input into planning and evaluation • Assesses the effectiveness of initiatives and provides routine communication to the campus community. • Serves on the President's Executive Management Team • Provides advice and counsel to the President and Provost and other institutional leaders Office of Compliance and Equity Management Associate Director, Compliance and Equity Management 2005-2016 Associate Director and Title IX Deputy Coordinator, 2012 -Present • Conduct internal investigations of discrimination and harassment allegations filed against University employees • Provide consultation with University employees and students concerning laws, policies and regulations with regard to civil rights • Write, update and revise institutional policies and procedures as related to non-discrimination, harassment, equal employment and affirmative action • Assist with preparation of University Affirmative Action Plan • Assist in determination of campus training needs related to civil rights Page 6 of 13 Gwenne Berry Resume Page 2 • Represent all aspects of the office in absence of the Assistant tothePresident for Compliance and Equity Manager • Serve as Deputy Title IX Officer, with duties for investigating Title IX issues • Oversight of Office website and presence University Marketing and Public Relations Manager, News and Editorial Services 1999-2005 • Assisted the University in shaping messages • Participated in integrated marketing efforts • Interviewed/communicated with on -campus personnel to promote university projects, ideas and opinions • Consulted with on -campus personnel prior to broadcast or print interviews • Produced news releases • Supervised student workers • Arranged news conferences • Sought media coverage opportunities compatible with institutional goals • Established contacts with regional and national print and broadcast reporters and editors • Communicated with media outlets seeking access to university personnel or functions • Served as liaison between media and University sources • Served as University spokesperson in absence of the Director • Wrote op-eds University Marketing and Public Relations Publications Specialist/Editor 1992-1999 • Interviewed on -campus sources for publication development • Coordinated development of University publications -- including writing, editing, producing and working with designer for visual translation of concepts • Developed, along with office committee, special projects and public relations campaigns • Served as editor of Northern Iowa Today, the alumni tab (circ. 80,000) • Chaired committee to develop and maintain university style guide • Researched, conducted interviews, wrote and edited feature articles for University publications (recruitment pieces, alumni magazine) • Developed, with office committee, strategic plan for Office of Public Relations (now Marketing and Public Relations) • Trained, supervised and evaluated design and publications students Waterloo -Cedar Falls Courier (Sunday circ., 65,000) Lifestyles Staff Writer/Columnist 1987-1992 • Interviewed sources from the community for news and feature articles • Covered education, health, youth and social services; wrote stories on deadline; wrote a twice - monthly column; communicated with numerous agencies and organizations for publicity and regular articles; edited press releases; proofread page copy; edited typist's copy prior to output. • Initiated and instructed the Courier's journalism program for high school students; developed newsletter for high school students, participated in special program partnering businesses with public schools. • Trained and supervised, on a rotating basis, summer interns. Page 7 of 13 Gwenne Berry Resume Page 3 Professional Development • National Conference, National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education, March 2017 • National Conference, Association of Title IX Administrators, Orlando, Fla., October 12-17, 2014 Pre -Conference training, Implementing a Strategic Prevention Curriculum Post -Conference training, Title IX Coordinator and Administrator Advanced Training (certification) • Conducting Effective Employment Investigations, Minnesota Continuing Legal Education, October 9, 2014 (certification) • Online training re: preventing discrimination and harassment, and Title IX, September 2014, University of Northern Iowa, Office of Compliance and Equity Management • Maxient Case Management Software Training, Maxient, University of Northern Iowa, July 2013 • Title IX Coordinator Training, August 31, 2012, National Association of College and University Attorneys, August 31, 2012 (online) • The ATIXA Civil Rights Investigation Model, Presented by ATIXA, Rochester, NY, October 15-16, 2012 • National Association of College and University Attorneys o Title IX Coordinator, 2012 o Employment Law Seminar 2011 • Conducting Effective Employment Investigations, Minnesota Continuing Legal Education, October 9, 2009 (certification) • Iowa's Diversity Recruitment and Retention Summit, presented by Impacting Diversity through Educational Alliances, Iowa City, Iowa, 2006 • Conducting Effective Employment Investigations, Minnesota Continuing Legal Education, October 9, 2006 • Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action, presented by the American Association for Affirmative Action, April 2006 • Iowa's Diversity Recruitment and Retention Summit, presented by Impacting Diversity through Educational Alliances, Ames, Iowa, 2007 • Equal Employment Opportunity Training Institute (certification), 2007 • Iowa's Diversity Recruitment and Retention Summit, presented by Impacting Diversity through Educational Alliances, Dubuque, Iowa, 2008 • Iowa's Diversity Recruitment and Retention Summit, presented by Impacting Diversity through Educational Alliances, Cedar Falls, Iowa, 2009 • Iowa's Diversity Recruitment and Retention Summit, presented by Impacting Diversity through Educational Alliances, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 2010 • Annual Conference of the National Association of College and University Attorneys, New Orleans, March 2011 • Harassment Investigator Training (for civil rights investigators), Fran Sepler, Attorney at Law o 2008 • Strategic Human Resource Management Conference, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Phoenix, Arizona 2006 • Engaging in Critical Conversations in the Workplace, presented by Cedar Valley Labor Management Council, 2005 • Human Resource Auditing and Risk Management, presented by Laurdan Associates, Potomac, Md., 2005 • American Association for Affirmative Action (certification) o Affirmative Action Officer training, 2005 o Affirmative Action report planning training, 2006 Page 8 of 13 Owenne Berry Resume Page 4 • Complaint Processing, Counseling and Resolution, presented by American Association for Affirmative Action, St. Louis, Mo., April 2005 • A Campus of Difference workshop, Anti -Defamation League, University of Northern Iowa, 2005 • "Understanding Diversity and Creating Community, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), University of Northern Iowa • Iowa 15th Anniversary ADA Workshop: Employers, the ADA and Issues of Disability in the Workplace, United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Training Institute, University of Iowa, 2005 • Upper Midwest Employment Law institute o 2005 o 2010 o 2006 o 2012 o 2007 o 2013 o 2008 o 2014 • Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) annual assembly o 215t Century Issues in Higher Education o Recruiting a Diverse Staff in Higher Education o Communicating to a Diverse Student Body • CASE Annual Assembly, 2003 • CASE District 6 Conference, 2003 (planning committee, communications track chair) • CASE District 6 Conference, 2002 (planning committee, communications track co-chair) • CASE Annual Assembly, 2001 • CASE District 6 Conference, 2001 (planning committee member) • CASE District 6 Conference, 2000 (planning committee member) • CASE District 6 Conference, 1999 (planning committee member, roundtables chair) • CASE District 6 Conference, 1998 • CASE District 6 Conference, 1996 (planning committee) • CASE District 6 Conference, 1995 Webinars • March 2015, Service & Comfort Animals: Compliance & Communication on Campus, PaperClip Communications • October 2, 2014, Affirmative Action Planning, presented by Human Resources Unlimited, May 27, 2014, Presented by California Coalition Against Sexual Assault • Title IX updates, May 22, 2014, Presented by Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA) • Title IX updates, May 13, 2014, presented by Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA) • March 5, 2014, OFCCP updates • February 21, 2014, VAWA listening session, presented by Office on Violence Against Women, Department ofJustice • April 2013, Navigating the Complexities of New and Pending Regulatory Changes, presented by Berkshire Associates Inc. • August 30, 2013, Office of Federal Contracts and Compliance Programs updates • August 29, 2013, Office of Federal Contracts and Compliance Programs (OFCCP) updates • April 2, 2013, Getting to Know the Campus SaVE Act: A Rapid Response Webinar on the VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) Reauthorization, presented by ATIXA • Watching Your Back: Use of Employee Criminal and Other Background Checks by Colleges and Universities, National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA) Page 9 of 13 Gwenne Berry Resume Page 2 • June 2007, Seven Steps to Investigate Alleged Employee Misconduct, Brightline Compliance Professional Activities • Member, Waterloo Schools Foundation Board (present) • Member, University Diversity and Inclusion Council, 2012-2015 • Member, UNI Title IX Advisory Team, 2012 -Present • Chair, UNI Diversity Advisory Committee (advises the Diversity Council), 2012-2015 • Member, UNI NCAA re -accreditation subcommittee, 2011 • Member, UNI Military Veterans Student Services Committee, 2011 -Present • Guest speaker, UNI classes (including those in Elementary Education and Social Work), 2008 -present • Member, UNI Diversity Advisory Committee, 2008 -present • Presenter, New Staff Orientation, Monthly, 2006 -present • UNI Leadership Diversity Committee, 2005-2008 • UNI Employee Wellness Committee, 2011 -Present • UNI University Re -Accreditation Steering Committee sub -committee, 2007-2009 • UNI Wellness Scholarship Committee, 2005 -Present • Member, CASE District 6 Board of Directors • (Former) Member, Leadership Studies Minor/Steering Committee and Advisory Board (UNI) • (Former) Member, Human Rights Panel (UNI) • Member, University Fee Allocations committee • Member, Marketing Committee, Black Hawk Leadership programs • Member, Public Relations Society of America Community/Leadership Activities • Member, Waterloo Community Schools Foundation Board, 2015 -present • Member, Club Les Dames (local service organization), 2012 -Present • MC for annual Endeavor Leadership Awards program, 2010-2012 • Keynote speaker, annual Endeavor Leadership Awards program, 2008 • YWCA, board of directors -- 2000-2006 • Planned Parenthood Community Council -- 2002-2007 • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Waterloo Alumnae Chapter Chapter founder, member • Mentor, Martin Luther King Jr. Center STARS program • Coach, Waterloo East High dance team, 2000-2005 References James O'Connor, Vice Chancellor, University Relations, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 319.610.6583 Doug Mupasiri, Chair, Department of Math, University of Northern Iowa, 319.273.2012 Helen Haire, Chief of Police, University of Northern Iowa, 319.273.2712 Page 10 of 13 CITY OF WATERLOO Council Communication Dr. Linda Allen City Council Meeting: 7/17/2017 Prepared: 7/7/2017 REVIEWERS: Department Reviewer Action Date Mayor Office Westphal, Michelle Approved 7/7/2017 - 5:58 PM Clerk Office Higby, Nancy Approved 7/10/2017 - 10:05 AM ATTACHMENTS: Description Type D Application Allen Cover Memo Page 11 of 13 CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA RECEIVED JUL 0 7 2017 BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION Date: July 3, 2017 I, Linda A. Allen, request to be appointed to (state preference): (Name) 1. Waterloo Airport Board 2. Home Phone: 319.366,1270 Cell Phone: 319.389.3316 Work Phone: 319.296.4232 Home Address: 2406 Indian Hill Road Employer: Hawkeye Community College Zip Code: 52403 Title: President Employer Address: 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015 Zip Code: 50704-8015 How long have you resided in Waterloo? N/A years List current membership in organizations and offices held: 1. Greater Cedar Valley Alliance and Chamber Board of Directors 2, Lincoln Savings Bank Board of Directors 3. Waverly Economic Development Commission 4. Iowa Governor's Future Ready Iowa Alliance Workforce and Economic Development Initiative, Chair of the UpskilIing Taskforce 5. Northeast Iowa Food Bank Board of Directors 6. Allen College Board of Trustees 7. Career and Technical Education Regional Planning Partnership Board of Directors 8, Iowa Department of Education ---Community College Council Board 9. National Association of Community College President's Entrepreneurship Council I am available for meetings: X A.M. X P.M. X Noon Evenings I am available to serve on a Board/Commission the entire year: X Yes No If no, list months not able to serve: Briefly explain your qualifications for appointment to a designated Board/Commission: As the President of Hawkeye Community College, my work is dedicated to making sure that traditional college students as well as current employees of Cedar Valley businesses have the education and training opportunities necessary to keep the regional economy strong and our local communities vibrant. In addition to my role as Hawkeye's CEO, I also serve on a number of public and private boards and commissions focused on workforce needs and economic development initiatives. If I am appointed to the Waterloo Airport Board, I would bring my knowledge, skills and commitment to continue to build on the success of current ALO initiatives Page 12 of 13 while also working to identify and expand opportunities increase profitability and sustainability for regional air service. Additional information and comments that may not be evident from information already on this form: My list of memberships and offices held with local, regional and state organizations contains items I believe are relevant to this application, but I can provide a complete list of all organizations if more information is needed for my application. References (include phone numbers): 1. Casey McLaughlin, Chair of the Hawkeye Community College Board of Trustees. Phone number: 319.287.5080 2. Steve Tscherter, Chair of the Lincoln Savings Bank Board of Directors. Email: stevet@mylsb.com 3. Steve Dust, Executive Director, Greater Cedar Valley Alliance and Chamber. Email: SDust cr,cedarvalleyalliance.com I understand this application does not bind me to accept an appointment should it be offered, nor does it guarantee an appointment to a Board/Commission. If selected, I will be available to attend appropriate training sessions. This application will remain valid and on file for one calendar year from above date. Signatur RETURN TO MAYOR'S OFFICE, 715 MULBERRY ST., WATERLOO, IA 50703 FAX 291-4286; EMAIL: mayor(a7waterloo-ia.org; PHONE 291-4301 Rev 0411412014 Page 13 of 13