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Home My WebLink About13B - APPOINTMENTS WIB REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ~ ~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: JANUARY 3, 2005 TITLE: Q4;a~ CITY MANAG ER APPROVED 0 As Recommended 0 As Amended 0 Ordinance on 15t Reading 0 Ordinance on 2nd Reading 0 Implementing Resolution 0 Set Public Hearing For APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE SANTA ANA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD CONTINUED TO ~./ 'V FILE NUMBER RECOMMENDED ACTION Appoint John Crvarich, Lawrence R. Labrado, Jr., the Santa Ana Workforce Investment Board. and Wilfredo Ortega to DISCUSSION On March 6, 2000, the City Council adopted a resolution establishing the Santa Ana Workforce Investment Board (WIB) and appointed 33 members. In accordance with the federal legislation, a majority of the Board and the Board Chair must come from the private sector. The remaining Board seats represent education, non-profit organizations, one-stop mandated partners and local labor organizations. Currently there are two private sector vacancies, one labor vacancy, one higher education vacancy, and one vacancy dedicated to the State Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) on the Santa Ana Workforce Investment Board. After an extensive recruitment campaign and interview process, three new candidates are recommended for appointment to the Board. Two represent the private sector: John Crvarich, Vice President of Finance, Brasstech Inc. i and Lawrence R. Labrado, Jr., Public Affairs Region Manager, Southern California Edison. Wilredo Ortega has been recommended to fill the vacant DOR seat. Resumes for the new nominations are attached as Exhibit 1. The private sector nominees all represent business sectors that are growing in Santa Ana and have hiring needs. Staff will continue to work to fill the remaining two vacancies on the Board. 138-1 Appointment of Members to the Workforce Investment Board January 3, 2005 Page 2 Santa Ana F:ISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. patricia C. Whitaker Executive Director Community Development Agency PCW/FJ/mlr Actions:\2005CC\ApptmtMemberstoSAWorkforceInvestBoard 1-3-05 138-2 John Crvarich Brasstech 2001 E. Carnegie Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705 Phone: (949) 417-5207 Fax: (949) 417-5208 Emai1: jcrvarich@brasstech.com Mr. John Crvarich is the Vice-President of Finance for Brasstech Inc. Brasstech is a $50 million dollar manufacturer of faucets and plumbing accessories. The company was founded in 1987 by Ross and Geoffrey Escalette; it is now a subsidiary of Masco Corporation. As Vice-President of Finance, Mr. Crvarich is responsible for all financial applications and reporting, budget, taxes, banking functions and information services. Prior to joining Brasstech in 1997, Mr. Crvarich performed similar duties for Insulectro, a $150 million dollar wholesale distributor of printed circuit material, and Westburne Supply, a $225 million dollar division of a Canadian wholesale distributor of plumbing supplies. Mr. Crvarich is very knowledgeable about employment and economic development issues. He has used the Enterprise Zone tax incentives, and knows the importance of having good employees in an organization. Mr. Crvarich holds a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Santa Clara, and a Bachelor's in Business Economics from Saint Mary's College; he is also a Certified Public Accountant Mr. Crvarich is very interested in joining the Santa Ana Workforce Investment Board. He is aware.of the many challenges present in our local community, particularly those that relate to employment issues. He is also aware of the role played by the Santa Ana Workforce Investment Board in providing employment and training services to local residents. Mr. Crvarich hopes that by joining the board he can contribute to the betterment of our local community and its employment base. EXHIBIT 1 138-3 Lawrence R. Labrado, Jr. Professional Experience Southern California Edison Publi1: Affairs REgion Manager December 2003 to Present Serve as Edison's primary liaison for central Orange County by building and maintaining positive business relationships with governmental agencies, media, business and community groups. Identify, analyze and resolve significant local or regional issues dealing with Edison operations. Manage Edison's charitable contributions portfolio within the region. Monitor and address local government activities and issues that have the potential to ilnpact Edison operations. Utilize Edison resources for the benefit of the company and its customers Orange County Water District Legislatiœ Affairs Specidist September 2002 to December 2003 Developed and ilnplemented a successful local, state and federal legislative outreach strategy, repositioning OCWD as a leading agency in the water industry. Advocated OCWÐ's legislative positions in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. . Served as OCWD's liaison to government agencies, business and community organizations to develop effective partnerships. Provided strategic counsel on political and legislative issues to OC\X7D's Board of Directors and general manager. Managed state and federal contract lobbyists and public relations/ community outreach consultants California State University, Fullerton, Office of State and Federal Relations Associate Diro::tvr of Adrxx:acy July 2001 to September 2002 Developed and ilnplemented a strategic advocacy program to promote the University. Directed the University's advocacy efforts utilizing one-on-one meetings and gròup presentations with elected officials, civic organizations, chamber~ of commerce, community members and opinion leaders to communicate the University's priorities, needs and legislative platform. Crafted crisis communication messages that clarified the university's position and built support for the proposed education bond, state budget crisis, CSU and UC doctoral program debate, and the building lease for an expansion at the MCAS El T oro County of Orange, Office of Supervisor Cynthia Coad staff A ide March 2001 to July 2001 Conducted research and analysis for Orange County's redistricting requirements. Prepared multimedia presentations for Orange County Board of Supervisors' meetings. Drafted proclamations, certificates and constituent correspondence. Represented Supervisor Coad at county agency meetings and community events. Resolved constituent issues and concerns Cora Foundation Deœlapnmt & Carrmunim1ians Manager PrrY¡¡amManager A natinnal public affairs training œganiz£ltian Developed, implemented and maintained all communication and outreach efforts. Planned and executed special events, including a Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate Forum, State Capitol Week, political campaign assignments and community service projects. Oversaw Friends of Coro -events, programs and Board of Directors (Friends of Coro is an organization composed of alumni, donors and supporters committed to Coro's mission) . Coordinated and implemented Coro's technology plan, with focus. on the national web site 138-4---- Sept. 2000 to Feb. 2001 Sept. 1998 to Aug. 2000 Leadership Long Beach PrugramManager An orgcmi.w:ian that prepares kaders for the !:x:tterrrmt of the Long Beach crrrmunity :Managed all aspeCts of Leadership Long Beach (LLB) programs. Served as LLB staff representative to city-wide collaborative programs. Coordinated events including the California Association of Leadership Programs Conference. Advised Executive DireCtor on LLB program policies. Delivered oral and written presentations to liB Board and Executive Committee Sept. 1997 to Sept. 1998 Professional Affiliations + City of Orange, O:mmunity Deœlapnen.t Bkxk Grcmt Carrmissioner . Orange County Public Affairs Association, Meml:er + Orange County T ransponation Authority Citizens Advisory Committee, Legislatiœ Ad Hoc Ccmnittæ (Chair 2003) . . CSU Fullerton, Alumni AssOCŽ£ltion & Tiwn Adca::aœs Community Involvement 2003 to Present 2000 to Present 2001 to Present 1997 to Present . Olive Crest - Los Compadres, Mernb:r . KinderCaminata, BoardofDinrtors + Hispanic Education Endowment Fund, Dinner QmrnÍ11:æ + Orange Citizens Police Academy, Partiapant . NALEO Youth Conference, Voluntær Facilitator . Orange County's United Way, Hispanic Influentials Dinner Committee, Meml:er . Southwest Voter RegiStration Education ProjeCt, 0. C Planning QmrnÍ11:æ Education I Professional Preparation 2003 to 2004 2001 to 2003 2000 to 2002 Spring 2001 December 2000 2003 1998,2000 California State University, Fullerton . Badxlor of Arts Degræ in PolitXal Scienœ, Canctntration in Public Administration Orange County Forum . . Exeaaiœ Leadership Prugram Orange County's United Way . Multi-Etlmi1: Leadership InstitutE May 1997 Fall 2001 June 2001 138-5 0 po DEPARTMENT OF . REHABILITATION R EmpLoyment, fndependenC/' & Equality Arnold Schwarzenegger, Governor State of CaJifornia Health and Human Services Agency Wilfredo Ortega 222 S Harbor Blvd, #300 Anaheim, CA 92805 EDUCATION: . University of California, Los Angeles September 1972 - June 1976 B.S. Degree in Economics . Cal State L.A. MBA Program 1976 - 1978 EXPERIENCE: . Los Angeles Unified School District Teacher's Aid-Part-time: 1976 -1978 Working with elementary school children, ages 5-9. . Woolworth Corporation Stores in L. A., Inglewood and North Hollywood 1978 - March 1978 Management Retail Training Program-Supervision of 10 retail employees in the daily operations of several departments of the store; did purchasing and ordering of merchandise and applied marketing strategies for a successful and profitable operation of the store. . State Department of Rehabil itation Anaheim District Office 222 S Harbor Blvd, Ste 300 Anaheim, CA 92805 Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor March 1979 - August 1996 138-6 Manage a caseload of disabled individuals of over 100 cases and provide Rehabilitation services to monolingual Spanish- speaking clients, review medical records, write rehabilitation plans, develop job opportunities for clients, community outreach. . Department of Rehabilitation Anaheim District Office Rehabilitation Supervisor September 1996 to present Supervise a group of Rehabilitation counselors, review case work, do community outreach, monthly reports, control fiscal expenditures, interview and recruit rehabilitation staff. Consult with counselors regarding client services and employer contacts. Implement Department policies and regulations. 138-7 0 ~ DEPARTMENT OF .. REHABILITATION R Employment, Independence & EquaLiry Arnold Schwarzenegger, Governor ~ State of California Health and Hmnan Services Agency Santa Ana WIS November 19, 2004 Dear Ms. Jutzi: Due to the recent retirement of our Rehabilitation Supervisor, Jolyn Turner she subsequently terminated her membership from the Santa Ana WIS. We would like to replace her with Rehabilitation Supervisor, Mr. Wil Ortega. He is currently covering part of the Santa Ana office and is very familiar with the area. Mr. Ortega works out of our Anaheim location and can be reached at (714) 991-0821 or via e-mail at~eqa@dor.ca.aov Mr. Ortega is also bilingual in Spanish and thus, works very closely with some of the bilingual programs in the area. I would like to formally submit his name for nomination to the Santa Ana WIS to replace Jolyn Turner. Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to a continuing, productive relationship. Please let me know if you require further information. q'ncerelY, 1//.. L, ./ {tUvi. {Vv¡)A/'Jv- \ une Kuehn District Administrator Orange San Gabriel District Department of Rehabilitation (714) 991-0833 138-8