Hey all!!
Hope everything is going well with you. This weekend I'll be away from the computer...don't worry I will return by Monday if not sooner. Unfortunately a close friends mother has passed and we will be paying our respect. This is another bump in the road you get to when parents start to leave this earth. Well you know if you've ever lost someone its not easy...but it is time to reflect and celebrate the good and LET GO....hold love forever and use its strength to go after your dreams...life is to short not to live!!!!
On to living...Running for City Council..my dream I'm making my reality!!!
As I promised 5 more commissions and boards...I know there are more committees out there...
* Finance Board...............monthly
* Charter Review..............look for this on Nov. ballot
* Investment Advisory Board...quarterly
* Public works Commission.....monthly
* Planning Commission.........2x monthly
of course I've added these to my calender
Sooo...I've made my way towards the final step in becoming a bonified candidate for city council of HB...My appointment Aug 4th to turn in my nomination papers and as soon as the signatures are verified..I'll be in the official race for city council HB
How about that!! I was told by some this is impossible but I believe.........
I'M POSSIBLE
Andrissa :)
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Hello...
K.. real quick The Maddy Act is not all inclusive of boards and commissions within our city..I'll get back to that later in the week.
Went to visit the Mobile Home Advisory Board meeting last night...What I learned: There are 18 mobile home parks in our city. One of which is owned by the city. They had a guest speaker at the meeting CERT representative,his name was Brevyn(not sure if I got the spelling right)that was talking about CERT(community emergency response teams)GREAT OPPORTUNITY to get involved 714-374-1565 if you love animals ask about SCART. The conversation seemed to surround a pressing issue for our mobile home communities...SB 23...and compliance by Sept 30,2010 is required. Now the problem, there isn't a plan yet to confirm compliance with the new law. The new law has to do with an emergency preparedness plan for the park. Our state appears to have communication issues addressing the implementation of some laws.
Wow...I wish our residents luck in our mobile home communities.
***Please remember we had a deal of partnership...If you or anyone you know lives in a mobile home community in California pass the info on make sure their park is compliant with SB 23.
NOW!...my issue *FACEBOOK* do I or don't I???????
As much as I love everyone that has touched my life in the past 40 years, and as thankful as I am of each and every person and experience good,bad or ugly...hahaha
I don't want to be involved in cyber world that much..understanding that if I plan to run a decent campaign with out any funding...*remember that is my goal*...the cyber world is my avenue. Any Ideas?
Andrissa:)
K.. real quick The Maddy Act is not all inclusive of boards and commissions within our city..I'll get back to that later in the week.
Went to visit the Mobile Home Advisory Board meeting last night...What I learned: There are 18 mobile home parks in our city. One of which is owned by the city. They had a guest speaker at the meeting CERT representative,his name was Brevyn(not sure if I got the spelling right)that was talking about CERT(community emergency response teams)GREAT OPPORTUNITY to get involved 714-374-1565 if you love animals ask about SCART. The conversation seemed to surround a pressing issue for our mobile home communities...SB 23...and compliance by Sept 30,2010 is required. Now the problem, there isn't a plan yet to confirm compliance with the new law. The new law has to do with an emergency preparedness plan for the park. Our state appears to have communication issues addressing the implementation of some laws.
Wow...I wish our residents luck in our mobile home communities.
***Please remember we had a deal of partnership...If you or anyone you know lives in a mobile home community in California pass the info on make sure their park is compliant with SB 23.
NOW!...my issue *FACEBOOK* do I or don't I???????
As much as I love everyone that has touched my life in the past 40 years, and as thankful as I am of each and every person and experience good,bad or ugly...hahaha
I don't want to be involved in cyber world that much..understanding that if I plan to run a decent campaign with out any funding...*remember that is my goal*...the cyber world is my avenue. Any Ideas?
Andrissa:)
Monday, July 26, 2010
A new week...
Good Morning...
This morning I'll be attending a demonstration at city hall.. you guessed it again financial. A 'NetFile Online Campaign Filing Demonstration' is what all council hopefuls are invited to. I'll be sure to let you know how that goes...
Now, on to more exciting stuff The Maddy Act...What I learned is that it is a listing/description of boards and commissions within HB...14 listed right now. There are soooo many opportunities for residents to use their areas of expertise to better our city!! Exciting right... Hey whether it be your career choice or passion there is a place for you...
* Allied Arts Board........................ quarterly
* Board of Appeals ........................ as needed
* Children's Needs Task Force.............. every other month
* Citizen Participation Advisory Board..... monthly
* Community Services Commission............ monthly
* Design Review Board ..................... monthly
* Environmental Board ..................... monthly
* 4th of July Board........................ monthly thru year increased commitment
closer to the festivities
* Historic Resources Board................. monthly
* Human Relations Task Force............... monthly
* Library Board............................ monthly
* Mobile Home Advisory Board............... quarterly
* Personnel Commission..................... monthly
* Youth Board ............................. monthly
...for interested high school students Yay! a place for our teens to have a voice
http://www.surfcity-hb.org/Government/boards_commissions/notice_of_vacancies.cfm.
So ? You may ask yourself... Now, what am I going to do with this information?
Well, This is the plan...I have calendered all the meetings... over the weeks ahead to visit each and every one possible and tell you about my experience...and you pass on information to friends and family that may have an interest or ability that would help improve/retain our quality of life here in HB. Sound like a deal...partnership is more like it!
Andrissa :)
This morning I'll be attending a demonstration at city hall.. you guessed it again financial. A 'NetFile Online Campaign Filing Demonstration' is what all council hopefuls are invited to. I'll be sure to let you know how that goes...
Now, on to more exciting stuff The Maddy Act...What I learned is that it is a listing/description of boards and commissions within HB...14 listed right now. There are soooo many opportunities for residents to use their areas of expertise to better our city!! Exciting right... Hey whether it be your career choice or passion there is a place for you...
* Allied Arts Board........................ quarterly
* Board of Appeals ........................ as needed
* Children's Needs Task Force.............. every other month
* Citizen Participation Advisory Board..... monthly
* Community Services Commission............ monthly
* Design Review Board ..................... monthly
* Environmental Board ..................... monthly
* 4th of July Board........................ monthly thru year increased commitment
closer to the festivities
* Historic Resources Board................. monthly
* Human Relations Task Force............... monthly
* Library Board............................ monthly
* Mobile Home Advisory Board............... quarterly
* Personnel Commission..................... monthly
* Youth Board ............................. monthly
...for interested high school students Yay! a place for our teens to have a voice
http://www.surfcity-hb.org/Government/boards_commissions/notice_of_vacancies.cfm.
So ? You may ask yourself... Now, what am I going to do with this information?
Well, This is the plan...I have calendered all the meetings... over the weeks ahead to visit each and every one possible and tell you about my experience...and you pass on information to friends and family that may have an interest or ability that would help improve/retain our quality of life here in HB. Sound like a deal...partnership is more like it!
Andrissa :)
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Check out new stuff
Hello....
Just a quick update as I will be working on my blog set up and design,over the weekend. The next "step"!...
testing out the poll feature amongst other things,links to websites and blogs.
My goal is to not only educate myself but inform the voters to the best of my abilities. I believe we all need to make an extra effort to ensure we are making informed decisions these days.
Andrissa :)
Just a quick update as I will be working on my blog set up and design,over the weekend. The next "step"!...
testing out the poll feature amongst other things,links to websites and blogs.
My goal is to not only educate myself but inform the voters to the best of my abilities. I believe we all need to make an extra effort to ensure we are making informed decisions these days.
Andrissa :)
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Did you miss me?
Good Morning !
I am so excited. I had a great time on Tuesday, remember that was the big day, I met with our city clerk to go over the process for becoming an actual candidate for city council. At that time each potential candidate is given their nomination papers. It is required you attain 20 confirmed signatures of registered voters within HB, in order to be officially nominated.
We went over forms about ballot designation, your title by your name on the ballot...easy! mom,playground supervisor...did I mention you are only allowed 3 words.
Also, in the packet is the form to fill in if you wish to have a ballot statement...tricky part of this is it costs: ready? ... 1500$ check must be included, one thing you may write a personal check for.
Understandably so a lot of what was discussed was financially related....
Fundraising, gifts, financial holdings and interests.
Forming what is known as a committee... to oversee campaign raising and spending of funds.
LIGHTBULB!... What if I don't raise any money...truly be a free agent of the people,residents, the voters? A challenge, Oh Yes! Some great ideas are floating around in my head about how to do this...look for the poll...let me know what you think!
Don't forget pass this on... Sign up to be a follower!!
Andrissa :)
I am so excited. I had a great time on Tuesday, remember that was the big day, I met with our city clerk to go over the process for becoming an actual candidate for city council. At that time each potential candidate is given their nomination papers. It is required you attain 20 confirmed signatures of registered voters within HB, in order to be officially nominated.
We went over forms about ballot designation, your title by your name on the ballot...easy! mom,playground supervisor...did I mention you are only allowed 3 words.
Also, in the packet is the form to fill in if you wish to have a ballot statement...tricky part of this is it costs: ready? ... 1500$ check must be included, one thing you may write a personal check for.
Understandably so a lot of what was discussed was financially related....
Fundraising, gifts, financial holdings and interests.
Forming what is known as a committee... to oversee campaign raising and spending of funds.
LIGHTBULB!... What if I don't raise any money...truly be a free agent of the people,residents, the voters? A challenge, Oh Yes! Some great ideas are floating around in my head about how to do this...look for the poll...let me know what you think!
Don't forget pass this on... Sign up to be a follower!!
Andrissa :)
Friday, July 16, 2010
Good Morning...
I am pretty proud of myself this morning...been busy at work! Already set up my new email address to use for city council communications...andrissa4hb@yahoo.com..catchy isn't it! Yahoo finally andrissa 4 HB...see a celebration in the name! WOW! sucess!
Next, I have to get a great picture of myself...so I've been told. Hmmmm? Do I go to Sears and have a posed portrait...no I don't think thats me. I have a few ideas to choose from...at the beach casual...4th of July parade pic?? I'm going to let you choose...look for pics to start popping up over the next few weeks.
On to my next delema, I noticed this 4th of July as I am enjoying our wonderful festivities...my arm has flaps! AHHHHHH where did these come from? I have to begin a workout...How can I wave to all the wonderful people with flappy arms?... next year when I am in the parade as a city council member...Oh that'll be so fun!!
On a more serious note...spent time looking up duties of a city council member on the HB website,lots of interesting information regarding our home there. Check it out!
Andrissa :)
I am pretty proud of myself this morning...been busy at work! Already set up my new email address to use for city council communications...andrissa4hb@yahoo.com..catchy isn't it! Yahoo finally andrissa 4 HB...see a celebration in the name! WOW! sucess!
Next, I have to get a great picture of myself...so I've been told. Hmmmm? Do I go to Sears and have a posed portrait...no I don't think thats me. I have a few ideas to choose from...at the beach casual...4th of July parade pic?? I'm going to let you choose...look for pics to start popping up over the next few weeks.
On to my next delema, I noticed this 4th of July as I am enjoying our wonderful festivities...my arm has flaps! AHHHHHH where did these come from? I have to begin a workout...How can I wave to all the wonderful people with flappy arms?... next year when I am in the parade as a city council member...Oh that'll be so fun!!
On a more serious note...spent time looking up duties of a city council member on the HB website,lots of interesting information regarding our home there. Check it out!
Andrissa :)
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Okay.....
I've decided I believe I could be a great asset to the residents of Huntington Beach as a member of our city council.
That's what I've gotten myself into...
the race for one of 4 seats available in this Novembers election.
Each step is an accomplishment in itself...my journey has begun!
Don't miss a step
Andrissa :)
I've decided I believe I could be a great asset to the residents of Huntington Beach as a member of our city council.
That's what I've gotten myself into...
the race for one of 4 seats available in this Novembers election.
Each step is an accomplishment in itself...my journey has begun!
Don't miss a step
Andrissa :)
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