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CITY OF PALO ALTO OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
May 7, 2014
The Honorable City Council
Palo Alto, California
Interviews of Candidates for the Planning and Transportation
Commission and Public Art Commission
Planning and Transportation Commission
2.20.010 Membership.
There is created a planning and transportation commission composed of
seven members who are not council members, officers or employees of the
city, who are residents of the city, and who shall be appointed by the city
council. (Ord. 4606 § 1 (part), 1999)
Two unexpired terms ending October 31, 2016 and October 31, 2017 on the
Planning and Transportation Commission.
The 6 Planning and Transportation Commission applicants to be
interviewed are as follows:
Sea Reddy 6:00 p.m.
Przemek Gardia 6:15 p.m.
Eric Rosenblum 6:30 p.m.
Brian Hamachek 6:45 p.m.
Freda Manuel 7:15 p.m.
Paula Shaviv 7:30 p.m.
Applicant Sam Kwok withdrew his application on April 27, 2014.
Public Art Commission
2.18.010 Membership.
There is created a public art commission composed of seven members who
are not council members, officers, or employees of the city, and who shall be
appointed by the city council. (Ord. 3888 § 1 (part), 1989)
2.18.020 Qualifications of Members.
Members of the public art commission either shall be members of the
architectural review board or shall be professional visual artists, professional
visual arts educators, professional visual arts scholars, or visual arts
collectors whose authorities and skills are known and respected in the
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community and, whenever feasible, who have demonstrated an interest in,
and have participated in, the arts program of the city. (Ord. 3888 § 1 (part),
1989)
One three-year term ending on April 30, 2017 on the Public Art Commission.
The 2 Public Art Commission applicants to be interviewed are as follows:
Christine Miller Kelly 7:45 p.m.
Jim Migdal 7:55 p.m.
The following applicant was interviewed on April 16, 2014 for the Public Art
Commission and is still eligible.
Jeanine (Savannah) Murphy
Copies of all applications are attached. Some applications may be redacted
at the request of the applicant. A full set of non-redacted applications will
be emailed to Council Members directly.
The City Council is scheduled to vote to appoint candidates on Monday, May
12, 2014.
ATTACHMENTS:
Reddy, Seelam (Sea) Prabhaka PTC (PDF)
Gardias, Przemek PTC (PDF)
Rosenblum, Eric PTC (PDF)
Hamachek, Brian PTC (PDF)
Manuel, Freda PTC (PDF)
Shaviv, Paula PTC - Redacted (PDF)
Kelly, Christine Miller PAC - Redacted (PDF)
Migdal, Jim PAC - Redacted (PDF)
Department Head: Donna Grider, City Clerk
CITY OF
PALO
ALTO
Application to Serve on the
Planning and Transportation Commission
Palo Alto welcomes volunteers and we appreciate that you are taking the time to
apply. Completion of this application provides valuable information to the City
Council. Please complete the application to the best of your abilities. If you have
any questions or concerns please contact the City Clerk's Office.
The Planning and Transportation Commission is responsible for:
• Preparing and making recommendations to the City Council on the City's
Comprehensive Plan regarding development, public facilities and
transportation in Palo Alto,
• Considering and making recommendations to the City Council on zoning map
and zoning ordinance changes,
• Reviewing and making recommendations to the City Council on subdivisions,
on appeals on variances and use permits,
• Considering other policies and programs affecting development and land use
in Palo Alto for final City Council action,
• Reviewing and making recommendations on individual projects such as
Planned Community Zones, Open Space development, and those other
projects as are directed by the zoning code, staff and City Council.
Please see Palo Alto Municipal Code Sections 2.16 and 2.20, and 19.04.10 for
more detailed information.
The Planning and Transportation Commission is composed of seven Members
who are not Council Members, officers, or employees of the City, and who are
residents of the City of Palo Alto. Terms of Commissioners will be for four years.
The Planning and Transportation Commission typically meets on the second and
last Wednesdays of each month at 6:00 pm. In addition to regular meetings,
Commissioners may be asked to participate on at least one sub-committee which
could hold additional meetings.
Click here to receive email notifications of vacancies CLICK HERE. You are also
welcome to contact the City Clerk's Office at 329-2571 or
beth.minor@cityofpaloalto.org.
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California state law requires appointed Board and Commission Members to file a detailed disclosure of
their financial interests, Fair Political Practices Commission, Conflict of Interest, Form 700. Do you have
an investment in, or do you serve as an officer or director of, a company doing business in Palo Alto
whiCh you believe is likely to; 1) engage in business with the City, 2) provide products or services for City
projects, or 3) be affected by decisions of the board or commission you are applying for?
Excluding your principal residence, do you own real property in Palo Alto? 'n cl
Community Group
Email from City Clerk
Palo Alto Weekly
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City Charter LINK
California Environmental Quality Act LI NK
EI Camino Real Design Guidelines and Master Plan LINK
Downtown Urban Design Guide/Plan LINK
South of Forest Avenue Plans I and II LINK
Baylands Master Plan LINK
California Government Code Section 6254.21 states, in part, "No state or local agency shall post the
home address or telephone number of any elected or appointed official on the Internet without first
obtaining the written permission of that individual." The full code is attached. This consent form will not
be redacted and will be attached to the Application and posted to the City's website.
The full code can be read here: LINK
Read the code, and check only ONE option below:
..&v-I give permission for the City of Palo Alto to post to the City's website the attached Board and
Commission Application ·intact. I have read and understand my rights under Government Code
Section 6254.21. I may revoke this permission at any time by providing written notice to the Palo
Alto City Clerk.
OR
I request that the City of Palo Alto redact my home address, phone numbers, and email address
from the attached Board and Commission Application prior to posting to the City's website. I am
providing the following alternate information and request that they use the following contact
information instead.
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
E-mail:
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Name: Przemek Gardias
Address: 1252 Cedar Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone 1: 6503231238
Phone 2:
E-mail: przemek@gardias.com
Are you a Palo Alto Resident? Yes
Do you have any relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Palo Alto, who
are currently serving on the City Council, or who are Board or Commission Members? No
Are you available and committed to complete the term applied for? Yes
California state law requires appointed Board and Commission Members to file a detailed disclosure of
their financial interests, Fair Political Practices Commission, Conflict of Interest, Form 700. Do you have
an investment in, or do you serve as an officer or director of, a company doing business in Palo Alto
which you believe is likely to; 1) engage in business with the City, 2) provide products or services for City
projects, or 3) be affected by decisions of the board or commission you are applying for? No
Excluding your principal residence, do you own real property in Palo Alto? No
Community Group
Email from City Clerk
Palo Alto Weekly
Daily Post
Other: Library flier
Practice at Dziekonski & Domaradzki Architects and Urban Planners 1989-1990
State of California Registered Architect C27737
Troop 57 Assistant Scoutmaster (ASM) 2010-2013.
Experience: Urban planning 1987 (internship at Espea), Urban planning at Dziekonski &
Domaradzki 1989-1990, architectural pract!ce at Dave Terpening Architects 1995-1996.
Kornberg Associates 1997-1998.
Interest: Personal interest in city planning.
1. Development plan of California Ave in regards to retention of
Palo Alto local business.
2. Riconada Park master plan in regards to synergy of
1. Continued urban development with high retention of local business community -
zoning fragmentation for higher density; 2. Expansion of biking routes and pedestrian
access -influence business to promote and subsidize btke to work commuting;
3. Collaboration of work commuting services within and beyond Palo Alto boundaries
Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan LINK
Zoning Code LINK Yes. Experienced due to my work as an architect.
City Charter LINK
California Environmental Quality Act LINK
EI Camino Real Design Guidelines and Master Plan. LINK
Downtown Urban Design Guide/Plan LINK
South of Forest Avenue Plans I and" LINK
Baylands Master Plan LINK
California Government Code Section 6254.21 states, in part, "No state or local agency shall post the
home address or telephone number of any elected or appointed official on the Internet without first I
obtaining the written permission of that individual." The full code is attached. This consent form will not I
be redacted and will be attached to the Application and posted to the City's website. I
The full code can be read here: LINK I
Read the code; and check only ONE option below:
Yes I give permission for the City of Palo Alto to post to the City's website the attached Board and
Commission Application intact. I have read and understand my rights under Government Code
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Section 6254.21. I may revoke this pennission at any time by providing written notice to the Palo
Alto City Clerk.
OR
I request that the City of Palo Alto redact my home address, phone numbers, and email address
from the attached Board and Commission Application prior to posting to the City's website. I am
providing the following altemate infonnation and request that they use the following contact
Information instead. .
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
E-mail:
Signature: -----:;o.L--Jc:-:7'-:;....--~-------------Date: March 21, 2014
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Name:
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
Eric Rosenblum
154 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
2066040443
E-mail: ericr@alum.mit.edu
Are you a Palo Alto Resident? Yes
Do you have any relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Palo Alto, who
are currently serving on the City Council, or who are Board or Commission Members? No
Are you available and committed to complete the term applied for? Yes
California state law requires appointed Board and Commission Members to file a detailed disclosure of
their financial interests, Fair Political Practices Commission, Conflict of Interest, Form 700. Do you have
an investment in, or do you serve as an officer or director of, a company doing business in Palo Alto
which you believe is likely to; 1) engage in business with the City, 2) provide products or services for City
projects, or 3) be affected by decisions of the board or commission you are applying for? No
Excluding your principal residence, do you own real property in Palo Alto?
Community Group I;;"~
Email from City Clerk
Palo Alto Weekly
Daily Post
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No educational or work experience directly related to this role.
No
I received an AB in East Asian Studies (Magna cum Laude) from Harvard University in 1992, and an MBA
from the Massachussetts Institute of Technology in 1997. I have been CEO and COO of successful start-ups,
and was Director of Strategy at Google from 2008-2012
Present or Last Employer:
Occupation:
Very little.
Drawbridge, Inc (Venture-backed start-up in San Mateo)
Chief Operating Officer
After I graduated from college, I moved to China, where I lived for 12 years. After returning to the US with
my family, I have been involved in light-weight volunteer activities (volunteer work for my children's judo club,
volunteer work for our synagogue (Congregation Beth Am, in Los Altos)--my family and I always staff the
Home and Hope program, which provides temporary shelter for homeless families who are on their way back
to self-sufficiency.
I have recently become interested in spending more time on civic engagement, and have been attending City
Council meetings and meeting with small community groups to try to educate myself about urban planning
issues that impact our community
I have spent my career asa data-driven problem solver and concensus-builder.The problems facing Palo
Alto Planning and Transportation are primarily those that will be solved through rigorous data-driven
analysis and grass-roots concensus building. I am drawn to the issues considered by the PTC because I strongly
believe that the planning and transportation decisions that we make directly inipact the well-being of the
community. Well-planned cities are bulwarks of opportunity, safety, diversity, vibrancy, and happiness;
I am particularly interested in IDM, and its relationship to the "ComprehensivePlan" and the Downtown Cap
Study--I believe that all of these items are closely linked, and need to be considered as a system.
My interest stems from the notion that Palo Alto is currently at a cross-roads: it is.a vibrant college town that
I would like to see the drafting and implementation of the planning and transportation elements of the Comprehensive
Plan. In particular, I would like to see the committee take a leadership position on overseeing the design of
the elements of a IDM and downtown RPP, combined with a new downtown c;ap regulation. I believe that
this will be accomplished through a combination of rigorous work with the city staff, and coalition-building
with local residents. I have already started working with local community activist leaders (eg., Neilson
Buchanan, Adina Levin, and Elaine Uang) from a wide range of viewpoints.
Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan LINK
Zoning Code LINK
City Charter LINK
California Environmental Quality Act LINK
EI Camino Real Design Guidelines and Master Plan LINK
Downtown Urban DeSign Guide/Plan LINK
South of Forest Avenue Plans I and II LINK
Baylands Master Plan LINK
California Government Code Section 6254.21 states, In part, "No state or local agency shall post the
home address or telephone number of any elected or appointed official on the Internet without first
obtaining the written permission of that individual." The full code is attached. This consent form will not
be redacted and will be attached to the Application and posted to the City's website.
The full code can be read here: LINK
,d the code, and check only ONE option below: .
_ I give permission for the City of Palo Alto to post to the City's website the attached Board and
Commission Application intact. I have read and understand my rights under Government Code
Section 6254.21. I may revoke this permission at any time by providing written notice to the Palo
Alto City Clerk.
OR
I request that the City of Palo Alto redact my home address, phone numbers, and email address
from the attached Board and Commission Application prior to posting to the City's website. I am
providing the following alternate information and request that they use the.followlng contact
information instead.
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
E-mail:
Signature: eri~ ~:O~U\~Wm Date: 04/04/2014
Name: Brian Hamachek
Address: 1400 Oak Creek Drive #302
Phone 1: 650-556-4141
Phone 2:
E-mail: brian@brianhama.com
Are you a Palo Alto Resident? Yes
Do you have any relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Palo Alto, who
are currently serving on the City Council, or who are Board or Commission Members? No
Are you available and committed to complete the term applied for? Yes
California state law requires appointed Board and Commission Members to file a detailed disclosure of
their financial interests, Fair Political Practices Commission, Conflict of Interest, Form 700. Do you have
an investment in, or do you serve as an officer or director of, a company doing business in Palo Alto
which you believe is likely to; 1) engage in business with the City, 2) provide products or services for City
projects, or 3} be affected by decisions of the board or commission you are applying for? No
Excluding your principal residence, do you own real property in Palo Alto? No
Community Group
Email from City Clerk
Palo Alto Weekly
Other: I have heen closely following this commision for some time.
Computer Science, University of California at Santa Barhara
Present or Last Employer:
Occupation: CEO
Judge for the Palo Alto App Challenge
Volunteer at the Hack Palo Alto event
Member of the Palo Alto Tennis Club
Founder of the Palo Alto After Work Tennis Meetup
Alumni! Advisor for Stanford StarlX
I have lived in Palo Alto nearly my entire life, so this commission is of particular interest to me
because of the direct role it's members have on protecting and guiding Palo Alto's future. My
professional expierence as a technology executive has given me many relevant skills, hut I think it
is my extensive personal history and deep affection for our city that makes me such a valuable
resource to this commission.
I would like to see the commission continue to preserve the unique character of Palo Alto while
stm implementing neccessary and desirable changes in thoughtful ways. I think that creative use
of technology can help to accomplish this goal in some cases. In other cases, this goal can only
be accomplished by taking the time to view all the vantage points and then balancing the various
interests and needs involved.
Zoning Code LlN~
City Charter L1~JS
California Environmental Quality Act 11r:~HS
EI Camino Real Design Guidelines and Master Plan LINK
Downtown Urban Design Guide/Plan LINK
South of Forest Avenue Plans I and II LINK
Baylands Master Plan LINK
I have reviewed most of these documents at various points in lime in order to understand!
. evaluate various city issues.
California Government Code Section 6254.21 states, in part, "No state or local agency shall post the
home address or telephone number of any elected or appointed official on the Internet without first
obtaining the written permission of that individual." The full code is attached. This consent form will not
be redacted and will. be attached to the Application and posted to the City's website.
The full code can be read here: LINK
Read the code, and check only ONE option below:
L I give permission for the City of Palo Alto to post to the City's website the attached Board and
Commission Application intact. I have read and understand my rights under Government Code
Section 6254.21. I may revoke this permission at any time by providing written notice to the Palo
Alto City Clerk.
OR
I request that the City of Palo Alto redact my home address, phone numbers, and email address
from the attached Board and Commission Application prior to posting to the City's website. I am
providing the following alternate information and request that they use the following contact
information instead.
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
E-mail:
Signature: B~ P. tt~ Date: 3/7/2014
Name: Freda Manuel
Address: 369 Everett Avenue, Palo Alto CA
Phone 1: (650)325-2805
Phone 2: (347) 861 8793
E-mail:
Are you a Palo Alto Resident? Yes
Do you have any relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Palo Alto, who
are currently serving on the City Council, or who are Board or Commission Members? No
Are you available and committed to complete the term applied for? ¥es
California state law requires appointed Board and Commission Members to file a detailed disclosure of
their financial interests, Fair Political Practices Commission, Conflict of Interest, Form 700. Do you have
an investment in, or do you serve as an officer or director of, a company doing business in Palo Alto
which you believe is likely to; 1) engage in business with the City, 2) provide products or services for City
projects, or 3) be affected by decisions of the board or commission you are applying for? No
Excluding your principal residence, do you own real property in Palo Alto? No
Community Group
Email from City Clerk
Palo Alto Weekly
Daily Post
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M.S. Real Estate, New York University
MBA, Suffolk University
Management of Real Property on behalf of Public and Private Entities
Present or Last Employer: County of San Mateo (present)
Occupation: Real Estate Management
Prior civic and community involvement includes business development within a local
Chamber of Commerce, volunteer aid and a high school tutor.
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Regulation ofland use and development is essential to public accord and environmental preservation. As Palo Alto continues to
experience economic and population growth, regulation is paramount to ensure compatibility amongst mixed uses and harmony
amongst residents. Having managed real property on behalf of public and private entities for over a decade, I understand the
significance of guidelines and their impact on the local economy and neighborhoods.
The California A venue Area Concept Plan is of interest to me as it encompasses both economic and urban development.
Strengthening business districts while preserving and building residential and mixed uses with public and private
transportation accessibility and pedestrian and bicyclist connectivity, is a challenging and intricate process as it pertains to,
and possibly amending, current zoning codes and building requirements.
Public input is essential to open government. I would like to see the Planning and Transportation Commission continue
its work to promote this concept, as it is vital to the success of the governmental process.
Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan LINK
Zoning Code LINK
City Charter LINK
California Environmental Quality Act LINK
EI Camino Real Design Guidelines and Master Plan LINK
Downtown Urban Design Guide/Plan LINK
South of Forest Avenue Plans I and II LINK
Baylands Master Plan LINK
My involvement with Zoning Codes, City Charters and the California Environmental Quality Act stems from my experience
managing real property on behalf of the County of San Mateo and the New York City Economic Development Corporation.
California Government Code Section 6254.21 states, in part, "No state or local agency shall post the
home address or telephone number of any elected or appointed official on the Internet without first
obtaining the written permission of that individual." The full code is attached. This consent form will not
pe redacted and will be attached to the Application and posted to the City's website.
The full code can be read here: LINK
Read the code, and check only ONE option below:
x I give permission for the City of Palo Alto to post to the City's website the attached Board and I
Commission Application intact. I have read and un~:~sta~_~ my rights under Gove-,,-~~~nt COde_I
Section 6254.21. I may revoke this permission at any time by providing written notice to the Palo
Alto City Clerk.
OR
I request that the City of Palo Alto redact my home address, phone numbers, and email address
from the attached Board and Commission Application prior to posting to the City's website. I am
providing the following alternate information and request that they use the following contact
information instead.
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
E-mail:
t=-re..aCf/~ 3/18/14 Signature: ________________________ Date: _____ _
Phone
E-mail:
Are you a Palo Alto Resident? Yes
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Do you have any relatives or members of your household who are employed by the City of Palo Alto, who
are currently serving on the City Council, or who are Board or Commission Members? No
Are you available and committed to complete the term applied for? Yes
California state law requires appointed Board and Commission Members to file a detailed disclosure of
their financial interests, Fair Political Practices Commission, Conflict of Interest, Form 700. Do you have
an investment in, or do you serve as an officer or director of, a company doing business in Palo Alto
which you believe is likely to; 1) engage in business with the City, 2) provide products or services for City
projects, or 3) be affected by decisions of the board or commission you are applying for? No
Excluding your principal residence, do you own real property in Palo Alto? No
Community Group
Emaii from City Clerk
Palo Alto Weekly
Daily Post
Other: colleague
EDUCATION:
• M.Arch -University of Michigan -1988· suma cum laude.
• B.Sc. -University of Michigan -1987 -cum laude
LICENSURE, REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIPS:
• Licensed Architect -California, Michigan, Israel
• LEED 2.0 Accredited Professional
eAmerican Institute of Architects
WORK EXPERIENCE:
I) Self Employed (6 years)
• Steinberg Architects (11 years);
• lIan Eldar Architect, Israel (4 years);
I) Lester B. Knight, Chicago (2 years)
• American Institute of Architects -current member, registered on the following knowledge
communities: Committee for the Environment, Design for the Aging
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• AlA -Santa Clara Valley Chapter -current member, and served on the programs committee
(> Served on the Building Committee of Givat Ella, Israel
• Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival-current volunteer
til Gunn High School -Band Boosters .. Member and Secretary
As a member of the community for over 12 years and as an architect with over 20 years of experience,
my personal and professionalUves are closely intertwined with the development, progress and quality of
the built environment in Palo Alto. In the course of my career, I have designed, managed, and
collaborated on projects involving a broad range of building types, including civic, educational, residential,
commercial, non-profit, and institutional facilities -some of which are local and have gone through PTC
review. I have led many projects through all phases of project development -from programming,
conceptual design, and construction documents through construction administration -and feel that I can
utilize that experience in my duties on the Commission. As a volunteer on the Planning and
Transportation CommisSion, I would be personally committed to shepherding the planning process in
evaluating future projects for compliance with city plans and guidelines in the best interest of our
community. I look forward to working closely with fellow commission volunteers to achieve these goals.
Being involved in the proposed new construction at 636 Waverley, I had first-hand dealings with the
controversial hot button issues of design compatibility with the Immediate built environment and with
parking. Both of these were resolved successfully through the city process. Developing clear guidelines
for both of these issues will help to calm the controversy and will also set the direction that our community
takes in the future.
As an advocate of a successful, progressive and vibrant community, I look forward to being part of the
process that evaluates land use development, and to collect and analyze developmental data in order to
fine-tune a policy for the future of transportation, density and design that supports a city worthy of Palo
Alto's stimulating and dynamic reputation.
Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan LINK -Minor exposure and knowledge
Zoning Code LINK -Knowledge and familiarity in conjunction with planning process for local Palo Alto
development (the new Epiphany Hotel, Palo Alto Commons, Campus for Jewish Life)
City Charter LINK -No previous experience
California Environmental Quality Act LINK -Knowledge and familiarity in conjunction with the planning I
process for local Palo Alto development (the Campus for Jewish Life) I
EI Camino Real Design Guidelines and Master Plan LINK -Knowledge and familiarity in conjunction with I
planning process for local Palo Alto development (Palo Alto Commons) \
I
Downtown Urban Design Guide/Plan LINK -Knowledge and familiarity in conjunction with planning I
process for local Palo Alto development (the new Epiphany Hotel) :
South of Forest Avenue Plans I and II LINK -No previous experience
Baylands Master Plan LINK -No previous experience !
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states, in part, "No state or local agency shall post the home address or telephone number of any
elected or appointed official on the Internet without first obtaining the written permission of that individual. II
The full code is attached. This consent form will not be redacted and will be attached to the Application
and posted to the City's website.
The full code can be read here: LINK
Read the code, and check only ONE option below:
I give permission for the City of Palo Alto to post to the City's website the attached Board and
Commission Application intact. I have read and understand my rights under Government Code
Seption 6254.21. I may revoke this permission at any time by providing written notice to the Palo
Alto City Clerk.
OR
.x I request that the City of Palo Alto redact my home address, phone numbers, and email address
. from the attached Board and Commission Application prior to posting to the City's website. I am
providing the following alternate information and request that they use the following contact
information instead.
Address: 250 Hamilton, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
E-mail:
Signature: ~ .. t..r--Date: 11;1'119, iOt-!
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Name:
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
E-mail:
Are you
Do you have any relatives 01' members of your household who are employed by the City of Palo Alto, who
are currently serving on the City Council, or who are Board or Commission Members? NO
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California state law requires appointed Board' and Commission Members to file a detailed disclosure of
their financial Interests, Fair Political Practices Commission, Conflict of Interest, Form 700. Do you have
an Investment In, or do you serve as an officer or director of, a company doing business in Palo Alto
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. Grew up surrounded by art, raised by a sculptor in Chicago, a city with rich tradition of pubJic art. Have built
small private collection of sculpture, paintings. drawings and photographs. Enthusiast who regularly attends
: museum and gallery exhibits in and outside of the US. Am familiar with the different models for acquisition,
: stipends, artists in residence etc. Degrees in History (BA, al1d International Relations, MA). Career
: in tech creating'and negotiating partnerships with a wide variety of companies in consumer Imobile internet.
; Present or Last Employer: FacebooJe. Inc.
,Occupation: Director of Business Development. Responsible for negotiating partnerships with Facebook's
most strategic relationships.
Volunteer coach, For the past 4 years have coached teams for YBall, NJB Basketball. A Y SO youth soccer.
¢lassroom volunteer for 3rd grade math at Addison
,~ctiveparent in fundraising, planning for events at Addison. co-managing the school's fall event -the Hoe-Down
and Guns and Whiskey ~ most sought after auction event.
Sponsor' a college .student via Meritus a non-profit that provides funding for college .. Also support Bay Area youth
educationalopportunities·through·philanthropic-commitments·toSummerSearchan d-KIPP·Bay-Area;-·-----, ..
i Public art enriches the community and helps to defirie it. I grew up very familiar with the works of Picasso,
! Chagall,Miro, Noguchi and others in Chicago. Art in public places calls for us to think differently, and calls
, for dialogue and discussion. Relocating from SF to Palo Alto in 2007, 1 have become a fan of some pieces
\ and have been less enthusiastic about others. but feel we are lucky to have art here as a vibrant part of the city. The
: adoption of the 1% for art policy is the beginning of an exciting period here and I would like to be part of the team
!I think that the I % for art decision is an interesting issue in that it provides a new funding model (that has
iworked well in other places) at a time when municipal funding is tight, and when we're seeing a lively
!debate in the city about conversion of properties to higher density/higher $ value per square foot. While the
!Cominission and the city wiD attract critics about the use of funds (public funds for art always does), the long
;
! I would like to work toward engag~ng a mix of artists in projects that would increase broad-base of support
: and enthusiasm for public art and optimizing the communications to ensure the smoothest landing for,
i projects in the community. 'I would see a mix of high school, young and established /highly regarded artists,
: and would work to engage business peopJe with means to get involved as advocates.
• Municipal Arts Plan LINK
: The plan looks exciting ... I have extensive experience in partnerships realm. and contacts in the business
~ community through career working in tech (Facebook, eBay, WebTV). I don' have direct experience
: in art realm. but would hope to create value based on experience/network in this context. I like the idea
: of working with other cities to create programs. For many artists the idea of placing a piece for a year and then
• needing to find a new home for it is, a challenge. '
: California Government Code Section 6254.21 states, In part, "No state or local agency shall post the
, home address or telephone number of any elected or appOinted official on the Internet without first
: obtaining the written permission of that Individual." The full code Is attached. This consent form will not
• be redacted and will be attached to the Application and posted to the City's website,
, T.he full code can be read here: LINK
Read the code, and check only ONE option below:
x
I give permission for the City of Palo Alto to post to the City's website the attached Board and
Commission Application intact. I have read and understand my rights under Government Code
Section 6254.21. I may revoke this permission at any time by providing written notice to the Palo
Alto City Clerk.
OR
I request that the City of Palo Alto redact my home address, phone numbers, and email address
from the attached Board and Commission Application prior to posting to the City's website. I am
providing the following alt$rnate Information and request that they use the fOllowing contact
Information Instead.
Address:
Phone 1:
Phone 2:
e-mail:
1 uu.J JD ..Af~ Date: 312412014 Signature:_.L~ ______ --,(I-(J-________ _
Jim Migdal
Experience
FRcebook. -Inc. Palo Alto. CA. 2007-2011
Director, Business 'Development
Worked closely with product and engineering leadership to build successful relationships with Facebook's
strategic partners. Selected accomplishments: -
• Led music-related initiatives, driving negotiations with the labels, Apple, and ultimately closing
platform/monetization deal with Spotify -
• Closed advertising-related deal with Nielsen to create a new standard for online ad measurement, leading
teams to term~ and a signed deal In 19 days
• Closed deals with Hotmall and Yahoo to ensure ongoing access to non-Face book social graphs and email
deliverability that were both critical to Facebook's user growth and retention _
• Closed platform related deals with Amazon, HP, Comcast, Microsoft Outlook and Windows Live, Yahoo
• Oversaw search and advertising relationship with Microsoft, closing several deals that generated significant
portion of Facebook's revenue In '07, 'oa
• Led platform-related discussions with Apple around iOS, Mac OS
• Managed acquisition of various assets, including technology infrastructure _with HP and Intel, licenses for
face recognition technology, copyrights, and FB.com
• Supported various product initiatives including Maps, Local Deal~, Beacon, Japan-related growth efforts
eBRY. Inc. San Jose. CA. 2004-2006
Director, Toys and Sporting Goods (promoted from senior manager)
GM with three reports responSible for accelerating the growth of the US $1.7 -B Toys and Sporting Goods
businesses. Oversaw strategy, product, PR, financial planning, marketing and business development.
• Doubled bid-through rates and increased natural search traffic by 40% through development and
irr:Jplementation of kids' toys strategy fo'cused on the gIft buying experience and the eBay Toy Finder
• Generated media coverage in 150+ newspapers and several network TV outlets through holiday marketing
• Improved manufacturer relationships (e.g., LEGO, Bratz, Lionel, Mattei, Hasbro) through eBay Exclusives
and charity auctions
Ingenlo. Inc. (acqyired by AT&T) San Francisc9. CA. 1999-2004
Director, Program Management (2001-2004), Director, Business Development (1999-2000)
Managed all elements of voice experience for online advisor platform; drove distribution related deals and built
out team as first business development hire for Benchmark-backed start-up eventually acquired by AT&T for
$2aOMM. .
• Grew aOO-number element of business from 0 to 35% of total revenue
• Reduced launch time for new service implementations from 24 hours to 15 minutes through partner
platform
• Increased revenue per customer by 175% and reduced expenses by 40% by optimizing acquisition flows
• _ For Match.com, managed end-to-end implementation of subscription-based voice personals service
• Developed requirements for telephony and tracking components of Pay-Per-Call business, implementing
low-cost solution for number procurement and assessing opportunities for VOIP; cited on two US patents
• Closed deals with MSN,Encarta, Office, CNET, Infospace, Inktomi, AT&T, First Date, Global Crossing
WebTV Networks. Inc. (acquired by MicrosoID Mountain View. CA. 1997-1999
Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships
Managed four reports responsible for distribution partnerships on the WebTV platform.
• Exceeded revenue targets for distribution deals with eBay, Amazon, CTW, Classifieds 2000, and Infoseek
• Managed RFP process and closed multi-million dollar deal with First USA for credit card marketing
• Implemented plan to improve customer experience and create new monetization stream fOr email
• Managed Interactive TV relationships with USA Networks, WarnerBro~, CTW
Arthur D. Little. Inc. San Francisco. CA 1995-1997
Manager, promoted from Consultant
Led engagement teams with technology clierts, representing $1.8 million in last 12 months at firm. Developed
sales presentations, scoped and budgeted projects and delivered findings to executive management.
• For Pacific Bell, developed strategy for ISP business, modeling investment requirements and revenues for
different options; sold follow-on strategy for delivery of value-added services
• For Hutchison Whampoa, valued market opportunities and ROI for a Canadian wireless license acquisition
• For Smart Valley, led engagement to assess performance of one of first Public Access Networks
• Wrote and published articles in trade publications to generate marketing
San Francisco Consulting Group (acquired by KPMG) San Francisco. CA 1991-1994
Consultant, promoted from Analyst
Conducted business strategy and market assessments for network operators and technology companies.
• For PacTel Video Services, developed requirements for billing, customer care, and provisioning.
• For France Telecom, led business process benchmarking effort, conducting client work in French
• For NEC and Pac Bill Information Services, drove efforts to optimize of customer support operations
Baln & Company Boston. MA. 1989-1990
Associate Consultant
Conducted financial, competitive and operational analysis for Fortune 100 companies, including Anheuser
Busch, Sara Lee and Emerson Electric.
Education
Yale University, New Haven, CT. 1987-1989
MA, International Relations
Teaching Assistant In Comparative Politics. SUmmer Intem in Deutscher Bundestag, conducting research on
labor relations policy .
Macalester College, Saint Paul. MN 1982-1986
BA, History, magna cum laude
Phi Beta, Kappa; awarded Highest Honors for senior thesis, written in French
Other
Languages: fluent in French, good knowledge of German, conversational Spanish
Honors: Fulbright Scholar, Relms, France 1986-87 .
Interests: Daughters (8,11) and related volunteering, swimming, tennis, surfing, photography, K-12 education .
(investors In KIPP, SummerSearch and Meritus)