12-22-1997 - Special
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, 9HE CITY OF ED9EWATER
POST OFFICE BOX 100-EDGEWATER, FLORIDA 32132-0100
Mayor Randy G. Allman
District 1 Councilman James K. Gornto
District 2 Councilman Myron F. Hammond
District 3 Councilman Gary W. Roberts
District 4 Councilwoman Judith R. Lichter
Votina Order
Councilman Gornto
Councilman Hammond
Councilman Roberts
Councilwoman Lichter
Mayor Allman
Interim City Manager Kenneth Hooper
Interim City Attorney Nikki Clayton
City Clerk Susan J'wadsworth
December 18, 1997
To All Members of the City Council:
I hereby call a Special Meeting of the City Council for Monday,
December 22, 1997, at 4:00 p.m. in the Community Center for the interview
of applicants for the City Manager position.
Attest:
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Pursuant to Chapter 286, F.S., if an individual decides to appeal any decision made with respect to
any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, that individual will need a record of the proceedings
and will need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in
any of these proceedings should contact City Clerk Susan Wadsworth, 904-424-2407, prior to the
meeting.
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
104 NORTH RIVERSIDE DRIVE
(904) 424.2404 FAX-(904) 424-2409
ADDITIONAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
ALL APPLICANTS
1. You have had a brief opportunity to see our community and talk to our
deparnt heads, please comment on your observations of our community
needs. .,
2. Since the perception of the City Manager is a component of the community's
acceptance, how would you propose to become an involved part of our
community?
3. Please share with us your short-term and long -range professional goals? Such
as career objectives, retirement plans, personal interests.
4. Please be specific about your availability to start work in Edgewater.
5. Please describe your skills for establishing priorities.
6. Please describe how you would approach the development of Edgewater's
budget. Do you have any innovative approaches to the budget process?
7. The City Council is debating the option of contracting for legal services
verses the use of an "on- staff' City Attorney i -po have any
comments /thoughts concerning this option? '114 ,1
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS FOR:
MR. GRACE
1. Based on your list of previous jobs, you were the deputy manager and
assistant administrator, how have you developed your skills to assume the
role of Manager?
2. Please describe why you are leaving Seminole County?
3. Our current interim City Manager and City Attorney previously held
management positions with Seminole County. Please describe any working
relationship you may have had with those individuals.
4. Your resume indicated you have experience concerning organization re-
engineering. Please describe some highlights of your reorganization
experience.
5. If you were selected, would you plan to relocate to Edgewater immediately or
would you propose to commute for a specific time?
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS FOR:
MR. PAINTER
1. Based on your resume, you have been self - employed for two (2) years, why
do you want to return to the public sector?
2. Please describe the communities in Coffee County and Bryan County.
3. Based on your resume, you provided consulting grant application services to
a number of cities and counties. Please describe any grant opportunities you
may see for the City of Edgewater.
4. Please describe why you left your position in Bryan County to join Coffee
County?
5. What do you think your most immediate and significant contribution to the
City of Edgewater would be?
6. Since most of your management experience is from Georgia and West
Virginia, do you see any problems related to Florida's Growth Management
laws?
7. If you were selected, would you plan to relocate to Edgewater immediately or
would you propose to commute for a specific time?
ADDITIONAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
ALL APPLICANTS
1. You have had a brief opportunity to see our community and talk to our
department heads, please comment on your observations of our community
needs.
2. Since the perception of the City Manager is a component of the community's
acceptance, how would you propose to become an involved part of our
community?
3. Please share with us your short-term and long -range professional goals? Such
as career objectives, retirement plans, personal interests.
4. Please be specific about your availability to start work in Edgewater.
5. Please describe your skills for establishing priorities.
6. Please describe how you would approach the development of Edgewater's
budget. Do you have any innovative approaches to the budget process?
7. The City Council is debating the option of contracting for legal services
verses the use of an "on-staff" City Attorney. Do have any
comments /thoughts concerning this option?
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS FOR:
MR. TINBERG
1. From your response it appears it has been 20 years since you have
managed a Florida City. Do you feel you have sufficient knowledge of the
Florida Growth Management Laws?
2. Why did you leave Cochise County and enter private consulting?
3. If selected, you would have a major relocation. Please describe how you
would approach the move.
4. What do you think your most immediate and significant contribution to the
City of Edgewater would be?
5. Please describe any experience you have concerning assessment
programs.
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City Manager Candidate
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December 11, 1997
Mr. John Grace
412 Loblolly Court
Longwood, FL 32750
Dear Mr. Grace:
Again, we want to thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. Our Mayor and
Council received many resumes for the position and have been engaged in the difficult process of
narrowing the field to a small number for further consideration.
This will confirm our telephone conversation that you have been selected for further consideration
and that we will be conducting a telephone interview with you on Wednesday, December 17th at
approximately 3:00 p.m.
Thank you for your continued interest.
Sincerely,
Deborah Sigler,
Personnel Administrator
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Mayor
City Council
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RESUME SUMMARY
APPLICANT: J. Kevin Grace
Longwood, FL
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
Eleven (11) years experience in local government management in the State of Florida.
Experience in governmental issues including, organizational re- engineering, public /private
competition, human resources, economic development, capital programming, budget/finance,
planning and development, public works and utilities.
Currently: Deputy County Manager, Sanford, FL since Nov. 1991
Serving in a full service local government with a population of 325,000, and a budget of
approximately $400 million. Direct supervision and budget responsibility for Environmental
Services, Health & Human Services, Library and Leisure Services, Planning and Development and
Public Works.
Previously: Assistant County Administrator, Port Charlotte, FL 1989 - 1991
Land Development Supervisor, Port Charlotte, FL 1987 - 1989
Planner II, Port Charlotte, FL 1986 - 1987
Begley Drug Co. Store Manager, Richmond, Kentucky, 1981 -1984
INTERVIEW INQUIRIES:
You should avoid asking any questions of a discriminating nature, or any questions concerning
medical conditions: DON'T ask about age, marital status, pregnancy. DON'T inquire regarding
children, origin, descent or religion. DON'T ask about any health related condition or existing
disibility. (Refer to back of this page for recommended inquiries)
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GUIDELINE FOR INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
Your questions should have job related purpose; either to verify information already
provided or to determine that the applicant's experience and skills meet your
expectations.
1. Define your personality characteristics to us.
2. Have you ever visited Edgewater, and what peaked your interest in working here?
3. What would your most recent employer tell us are your strongest areas?
What would your most recent employer tell us are your weakest areas? Would you agree?
If not, what do you consider your strengths and your weaknesses?
4. What do you consider your biggest accomplishment throughout your career.
5. Would you have a problem serving a six month's probation, or submitting to a physical to
determine that you can perform the essential functions of this job?
6. What is your salary expectation for this position?
7. Why did you apply for the position of Edgewater's City Manager?
8. What experience do you have concerning economic development in a community of similar
size?
9. Describe your team-building experience.
10. Briefly describe your understandings of public finance /governmental accounting procedures.
11. What is the historical pattern of the tax rates within the communities you have recently
managed.
12. Based on your management experience and technical skills, what results should the City of
Edgewater expect from you?
13. With respect to privatization or outsourcing, what experience do you have with contracting
municipal services?
14. How would you approach the issue of economic expansion (diversity) for an area like
Edgewater that is primarily residential?
15. If you are offered this position, how soon could you start?
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October 27, 1997
Personnel Administrator
City of Edgewater
104 North Riverside Drive
Edgewater, Florida 32132
Dear Sir /Madam:
In response to your recent advertisement in the Orlando Sentinel, please accept this
letter in application for the position of City Manager with the City of Edgewater.
As you can see from my enclosed resume, I have a broad range of local government
management experience. I have spent the past six years as Deputy County Manager
for Seminole County. This experience, along with my private sector management
background, would seem to make me a strong candidate for this position.
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I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my credentials with the appropriate
individuals at a mutually convenient time. Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully yours,
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. Kevin Grace
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JOHN KEVIN GRACE
412 Loblolly Court H: 407 - 260 -2114
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Longwood, FL 32750 W: 407 - 321 -1130 x7212
Objective
City Manager for the City of Edgewater, Florida.
Career Highlights
• Seasoned management professional with excellent organizational, analytical, and
negotiation skills.
• Eleven years experience in local government management; nine years as a Deputy
County Manager /Assistant County Administrator.
• Broad range of experience in govemmental issues including, organizational
re- engineering, public/private competition, human resources, economic development,
capital programming, budget/finance, planning and development, public works, and
utilities.
Experience
Seminole County, Florida Sanford, Florida
Deputy County Manager November, 1991 to Present
Served as an assistant to the County Manager of a full - service local government with a
population of over 325,000 and a budget of approximately $400 million; responsible for
the direct supervision and budget oversight over the departments of Environmental
Services, Health and Human Services, Library and Leisure Services, Planning and
Development, and Public Works; coordinated public/private competition efforts in the
areas of solid waste and emergency medical transport; guided the development and
implementation of the very successful economic development incentive program;
advised Board of County Commissioners and County Manager on policy matters;
developed and implemented a re- structuring of the development review fund which
eliminated frequent fund deficits and has resulted in five consecutive years of fund
surpluses; effectuated changes in state law pertaining to municipal annexation and
ex -parte communication; testified before Florida Senate Community Affairs Committee.
Charlotte County, Florida Port Charlotte, Florida
Assistant County Administrator February, 1989 to October, 1991
Served as a full service assistant to the County Administrator; direct supervisory
responsibility for the departments of Community Development and Public Works;
served as project manager on several high - profile public projects, including the
completion of the largest public acquisition of a private utility in the history of the State
of Florida; advised Board of County Commissioners and County Administrator on a
broad range of policy matters; made public presentations to Board of County
low Commissioners, appointed boards and committees, and numerous community groups;
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responsible for management oversight of budget preparation and review, capital
Now programming, audit review and response, as well as major finance and taxation issues.
Charlotte County, Florida Port Charlotte, Florida
Land Development Supervisor September, 1987 to February, 1989
Served as Department Head supervising technical and professional personnel engaged
in a variety of development permitting and regulatory activities; responsible for the
preparation and management of the departmental budget; developed and administered
various land development regulations; responsible for successful streamlining of
processes; negotiated several multi - million • dollar infrastructure development
agreements.
Charlotte County, Florida Port Charlotte, Florida
Planner 11 June, 1986 to September, 1987
Coordinated review of large development projects; served as primary negotiator of
various development agreement; responsible for the preparation and presentation of
reports to various elected and appointed boards.
Begley Drug Company Richmond, Kentucky
Store Manager November, 1981 to August, 1984
Coordinated and oversaw all aspects of a mass merchandised retail drug store,
including budgeting, inventory control, merchandising, marketing, security, and
Now personnel matters; promoted three times during this period.
Education
University of Illinois Champaign, Illinois
Masters of Urban and Regional Planning (MUP) 1986
Completed a generalist study program in less than two years and graduated in the
upper 8% of the class; earned 100% of educational expenses while working two jobs as
a graduate assistant and a transit planner with the local transit district; developed the
comprehensive plan for the City of Salem, Illinois as a Masters Project.
Westem Kentucky University Bowling Green, Kentucky
Bachelors of Science in Geography and Sociology 1981
Double major with emphasis in City Planning; elected to Associated Student
Government; elected to lnterfraternity Council; Alpha Gamma Rho Fratemity; Gamma
Theta Upsilon Geography Honor Society; appointed to the University Vice President's
Select Budgetary Task Force in 1981.
Affiliations
Member of the International City and County Managers Association (ICMA); Member of
the Florida City and County Managers Association (FCCMA); Member of the American
Planning Association (APA); Strathmore's National Who's Who of Business Leaders
John Kevin Grace Page 3
1996/97; Florida Association of Counties Select Committee on Water Policy 1995/96
and 1996/97; Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity Alumni Association; Member Sanlando
United Methodist Church; Church Finance Committee; past member of Sanford Main
Street Board of Directors; past member of YMCA Board of Directors; Sunrise Kiwanis.
References
• Thomas W. Frame, City Manager, City of Sebastian, Florida; 561- 589 -5330.
• Bob Nabors, Nabors, Giblin, and Nickerson, P.A., Tallahassee, Florida;
904 - 224 -4070.
• Robert Mcmillan, County Attorney, Seminole County, Florida; 407 - 321 -1130 ext.
7257.
• Carlton Henley, Former County Commissioner and School Principal, Seminole
County, Florida; 407 - 322 -9204.
• Charles Lynn, City Manager, City of Wellington, Florida; 561- 791 -4000.
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Mr. John K Grace
412 Loblolly Court
Longwood, FL 32750
Dear Mr. Grace:
Thank you for your interest in the position of City M anager. This office will forward your resume
to our committee, the Mayor and Council
Our closing date has been set for December 5, 1997. We anticipate that the process will take at .
least thirty days to decide the top candidates. We ask for your patience. We will be contacting
you and advise you of your status at that time.
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Personnel Administrator
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December 11, 1997
Mr. Dennis R. Tinberg
103 Shore Drive
Ocean -Aire Estates
Plymouth, MA 02630
Dear Mr. Tinberg:
Again, we want to thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. Our Mayor and
Council received many resumes for the position and have been engaged in the difficult process of
narrowing the field to a small number for further consideration.
This will confirm our telephone conversation that you have been selected for further consideration
and that we will be conducting a telephone interview with you on Wednesday, December 17th at
approximately 3:45 p.m.
w Thank you for your continued interest.
Sincerely,
Deborah Sigler,
Personnel Administrator
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cc: City Manager
Mayor
City Council
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RESUME SUMMARY
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APPLICANT: Dennis R. Tinberg
Plymouth, MA
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
Twenty -four (24) years experience in local government management in the states of Arizona,
Kansas, Oklahoma and Florida (1973 -1978 in FL)
Experience in governmental issues including, labor negotiations, grant applications and obtained
funds for wastewater, housing, airport and Block Grants. Established personnel policies and
procedures, salary administration plan development, budget planning and fiscal management.
Currently: Consultant in Management, Planning, Marketing and Sales since May 1990.
Established an independent consulting business, currently contracting with The Nolan Network
Inc. as their Director of Technical Services and Marketing Rep. Obtained by an Arizona city to
negotiate with a major land developer for a planned area development and coordinate with an
adjoining city and private water utility system.
Previously: County Manager, Cochise County, Arizona 1991 - 1993
City Manager, City of Peoria, Arizona 1985 - 1990
City Manager, City of Parsons, Kansas 1978 - 1985
City Manager, Temple Terrace, FL 1977 - 1978
City Manager, Gulf Breeze, FL 1973 - 1977
*tow Assistant City Manager, Bartlesville, Oklahoma 1968 - 1973
INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
You should avoid asking any questions of a discriminating nature, or any questions concerning
medical conditions. DON'T ask about age, marital status, pregnancy. DON'T inquire regarding
children, origin, descent or religion. DON'T ask about any health related condition or existing
disibility. (Refer to back of this page for recommended inquiries)
Prepared by: D. Sigler
12 -12 -97
GUIDELINE FOR INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
Your questions should have job related purpose; either to verify information already
provided or to determine that the applicant's experience and skills meet your
expectations.
1. Define your personality characteristics to us.
2. Have you ever visited Edgewater, and what peaked your interest in working here?
3. What would your most recent employer tell us are your strongest areas?
What would your most recent employer tell us are your weakest areas? Would you agree?
If not, what do you consider your strengths and your weaknesses?
4. What do you consider your biggest accomplishment throughout your career.
5. Would you have a problem serving a six month's probation, or submitting to a physical to
determine that you can perform the essential functions of this job?
6. What is your salary expectation for this position?
7. Why did you apply for the position of Edgewater's City Manager?
8. What experience do you have concerning economic development in a community of similar r.rre
size?
9. Describe your team-building experience.
10. Briefly describe your understandings of public finance /governmental accounting procedures.
11. What is the historical pattern of the tax rates within the communities you have recently
managed.
12. Based on your management experience and technical skills, what results should the City of
Edgewater expect from you?
13. With respect to privatization or outsourcing, what experience do you have with contracting
municipal services?
14. How would you approach the issue of economic expansion (diversity) for an area like
Edgewater that is primarily residential?
15. If you are offered this position, how soon could you start? ( u ^'
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RECEIVED 103 Shore Dr.
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NOV7 1997 November 17, 1997
HUMAN RESOURCES
Personnel Administrator
City of Edgewater
104 N. Riverside Dr.
Edgewater, FL 32132
Ladies /Gentlemen:
I am submitting my resume for consideration for the position of City Manager.
My background includes successful experience in local government management, as a
City or County Manager in varying circumstances. I have demonstrated myself to be a self - starter
with a progressive and visionary approach, and a positive attitude. Further, I have always
maintained a professional commitment to both public administration and policy.
As a City or County Manager, I developed expertise in budgeting, financial management,
organizational analysis, with emphasis in economic development. I have knowledge and extensive
experience in personnel management, compensation systems, and labor negotiations. Furthermore
I have been involved in the assessment and evaluation of individual and group training and have
experience as a trainer.
Throughout my career, I have maintained a flexible and adaptable management styles and
can utilize various management approaches. I am goal oriented and measure success by results.
In addition I possess good public speaking ability and interpersonal skills. While I prefer to be a
leader rather than a follower, I enjoy working in a participate environment. I am not afraid of
problem solving situations, and I possess the capacity to utilize several management techniques
and approaches to obtain recognized and established goals.
I am seeking to return to my original career tract in order to meet personal, educational
and professional goals. Therefore, I am seeking the City Manager position. As you read my
resume, you will see that my skills, management talents, and experience have prepared me to
assume the responsibility of the position with the City of Edgewater.
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Dennis R. Tinberg
November 17, 1997
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My desire is to work with a visionary team that is committed to planning and managing in
the best interests of the public, and has a concern for the development of the total organization.
There are always priority issues to be aggressively approached, strategies identified, analyzed, and
recommended to the governing body for adoption. I am willing with the support and cooperation
of the Mayor, the City Council, and staff to make an intensive effort to accomplish the goals of
the City.
Thank you for this opportunity to submit my special qualifications and unique experiences
that qualify me for the position of City Manager for the City of Edgewater. I may be reached by
phone at (508) 224 -3213.
Respectfully Yours,
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DENNIS R. TINBERG
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103 SHORE DRIVE, OCEAN -AIRE ESTATES,
(508) 224 -3213
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360 -1323 E -mail: DRTINBERG @aol.com
QUALIFICATIONS:
Local Government Management Experience Skilled in Organizational Analysis
Strong Personnel Administration and Employee Relations Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Strong Financial Analysis and Budget Management Diverse Experience in Supervision
Corporate Marketing and Sales Management Business Development Experience
EXPERIENCE:
5/90- Present CONSULTANT IN MANAGEMENT, PLANNING, MARKETING AND
SALES, Phoenix, AZ and Plymouth, MA
I established an independent consulting business. I am currently contracting with The Nolan
Network Inc., as their Director of Technical Services, and as a marketing representative for
seasonal promotional programs, merchandising, product monitoring and surveys.
I contracted with Ocean Spray Inc., Fresh Fruit Sales Division, for two seasons. I provided staff
assistance, marketing and sales services and conducted marketing presentations to national and
key accounts on Ocean Spray's promotional program. For the 1994 and 96 fresh cranberry sales
N seasons, I managed sales for the Central and the Western Regions, respectively. I was responsible
for the marketing, sales and transportation, as the principal representative for various national
accounts, and supervised independent brokers in regional markets. I also conducted direct sales
in Arizona, California, Nevada and Utah. I assisted in the design and testing of a software system
specifically developed to track, coordinate sales and shipment of fresh cranberries.
My knowledge of the practices and applications of municipal development strategies were utilized
by several firms for evaluating project proposals prior to submittal to governing bodies. Due to
my experience in negotiations, a major auto - manufacturing firm recruited me to advise them on
the specifics of a funding proposal before a local government, and evaluate counter proposals. I
was retained by an Arizona city to complete negotiations with a major land developer for a
Planned Area Development and coordinate with an adjoining city and a private water utility
system. I also restructured their facilities maintenance division and contracts.
4/91 - 1/93 COUNTY MANAGER - Cochise County, Arizona
I was appointed as the first county manager and was responsible for all operations under the
County Board of Supervisors. My initial responsibilities included the revision of the Merit System,
and Personnel Policy Manual. We implemented new position descriptions, and compensation
system for employees. Major projects that included the review of operations and the future
direction of the County Library District, the creation of the Office of Legal Defender, and the
establishment of a countywide solid waste management system. A newly elected Board that
— wanted to personally direct county operations eliminated the position.
DENNIS R. TINBERG PAGE 2
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4/85 - 4/90 CITY MANAGER, City of Peoria, Arizona
Peoria is one of the fastest growing cities in Arizona and is located within the Phoenix
metropolitan area. I was primarily responsible for leading the city through a transitional period
from a small community to suburban city. Sound budget planning and fiscal management
alleviated the city's financial and budgetary concerns.
Implemented a major organization and management plan along with new personnel systems to
include: position descriptions, compensation plan, and employee performance appraisal. To
improve communication and performance, Management Groups were established to coordinate
significant intra - departmental goals and projects. Adopted a strategic management approach
within all city departments and operations. The annual budget was developed with goals and
standards to serve as the city's strategic plan to meet the current demands and future needs of the
citizens.
A $23 million bond program for public safety, communications and data processing, and street
improvements was approved in 1990. A major capital improvements program was established
resulting in the expansion of wastewater treatment capacity, water production and solid waste
collection. To meet growing needs and encourage downtown development, a 20 -acre Municipal
Complex, that incorporated Municipal Offices, Police Station, Municipal Court, and Library, was
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constructed. The $32 million complex was designed to serve the growth of city services until
2015. Instrumental in the development of a 27 -acre Municipal Operations Center that improved
the ability to deliver essential public services.
Implemented various automated systems and methods, such as: utility rate model, computer aided
drafting, budget preparation, personnel records, citizen request for services, pavement
management, fleet maintenance, inventory control, and building permits.
7/78 - 3/85 CITY MANAGER, City of Parsons, Kansas
The city during my tenure obtained significant grants for wastewater, housing, airport,
transportation and Block Grants. Prior to my appointment, the city was experiencing significant
problems in minority relations, housing shortages, budget and taxation, and federally imposed
sanctions on the Community Development Block Grant funding. Innovative programs were
established to address minority contracting, employment and housing. I improved city relations by
direct meetings with community and employee groups. I served as the principal resource person
for economic development as well as working with the Chamber of Commerce and the regional
industrial development organization. A Staff Coordination Committee was established to
implement complex public works and utilities programs. A new Personnel Policy and Procedures
Manual, along with a Salary Administration Plan were developed and adopted.
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DENNIS R TINBERG PAGE 3
2/77 - 6/78 CITY MANAGER of Temple Terrace, Florida
I lead labor negotiations with union employees. I also worked closely with county and state
planning and regulatory bureaus, as well as familiarity with federal regulatory agencies. I drafted
sections, reviewed and presented the city's first comprehensive plan, Horizon 2000. Through my
efforts, we prevented the city from being misclassfied under the Flood Insurance Administration.
I prepared grant applications for and obtained $1.1 million in FDA funds for the construction of a
fire station, and city a major recreational complex. Water and sewer service areas were expanded
beyond the municipal boundaries to serve county residents
11/73 - 1/77 CITY MANAGER of Gulf Breeze, Florida
As the city's first city manager, established administrative procedures and improved the financial
reporting system. I worked with the Planning Board in developing a City Plan and revised
subdivision regulations. I helped the city staff and coordinated the weekly planning and
monitoring of the work program with the public services director. The municipal water,
wastewater, drainage, and natural gas distribution systems were modernized, improved and
expanded.
Nay 6/68 - 10/73 ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER of Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Bartlesville is located in northeastern Oklahoma. The municipality had 326 full- and part-time
employees and an operating budget of $4.1 million. The position was responsible for Personnel,
Purchasing, Data Processing, Utility Billing, Recreation, and the Cemetery.
EDUCATION:
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE, Political Science, Oklahoma State Univ.,
Stillwater, OK. Emphasis in Public Administration, State and Local Government.
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY, Department of Public Affairs, MPA
Candidate. Graduate classes in Public Administration, and Statistics. GPA 4.0
MEMBERSHIPS:
International City /County Management Association:
Former member of:
American Society of Public Admin. Arizona City /County Management Assoc.;
Amer. Planning Assoc.; Arizona Planning Assoc.; Arizona Assoc. for Industrial
Development; Arizona Solar Energy Commission.
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DENNIS R. TINBERG
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City of Glendale
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Fresh Fruit Sales Division,
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.
Bridge Street
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Professional References
, oar Dennis R. Tinberg
Michael Nickerson, Ph.D., President
United Theological Seminary
1810 Harvard Blvd.
Dayton, OH 45406
Ph: Ofc. (937) 278 -5817; Res. (937) 278 -9534
Mr. Martin Coyne,
Supervisor of Maintenance, Physical Plant
University Of Massachusetts, Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA 02125
Ofc. (617) 287 -5466; secy. 287 -5450
Ms. Theresa Nolan, President
The Nolan Network Inc.,
80 Ellisville Rd.
Plymouth, MA 02360
Ofc. Pho. (508) 888 -9193
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Mr. Dennis R. Tinberg
103 Shore Drive
Ocean -Aire Estates
Plymouth, MA 02630
Dear Mr. Tinberg:
Thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. This office will forward your resume
to our committee, the Mayor and Council.
Our closing date has been set for December 5, 1997. We anticipate that the process will take at
least thirty days to decide the top candidates. We ask for your patience. We will be contacting
you and advise you of your status at that time.
NW Sincerely, C. - /
Deborah Sigler
Personnel Administrator
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POST OFFICE BOX 100 - EDGEWATER, FLORIDA 32132 -0100
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December 11, 1997
Mr. Gus H. Pappas
124 Northill
Del Rio, Texas 78840
Dear Mr. Pappas:
Again, we want to thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. Our Mayor and
Council received many resumes for the position and have been engaged in the difficult process of
narrowing the field to a small number for further consideration.
This will confirm our telephone conversation that you have been selected for further consideration
and that we will be conducting a telephone interview with you on Wednesday, December 17th at
approximately 4:15 p.m.
Thank you for your continued interest.
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Deborah Sigler,
Personnel Administrator
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Mayor
City Council
RESUME SUMMARY
*tee APPLICANT: Gus H. Pappas
Del Rio, Texas
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
Twenty -One (21) years experience in local government management in the states of Arizona,
Texas and Florida (1992 -93 in FL).
Experience in governmental issues including, budget accountability, personnel/pay for
performance systems, computerization of entire City operations, tourism, rapid growth/change,
economic development, departmental management/ programming,
Currently: City Manager, Del Rio, Texas since May 1995.
Serving in a full service local government with a population of 40,000 and a budget of
approximately $75 million. 425 City employees under City Manager's supervision.
Created Parks and Recreation Dept., eliminated Public Works Dept. Established positions
and pay levels for Police and Fire Dept. personnel. Advised adoption of 5 -year re- occurring
bond issues. Current salary $80,000. + $350. Monthly car allowance
Previously: Delta Management Consultant, 1994 - 1995
City Manager, Hot Springs, AR 1989 - 1944
City Manager, Winnsboro, TX 1987 - 1989
City Manager, Wylie, TX 1983 - 1987
City Manager, New Port Richey, FL 1982 - 1983
City Manager, Port Aransas, TX 1980 - 1982
Assistant City Manager, Mineral Wells, TX 1977 - 1980
Restaurant Owner 1969 - 1977
U.S. Army Comm. Officer, Viet Nam 1966 - 1969
INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
You should avoid asking any questions of a discriminating nature, or any questions concerning
medical conditions: DON'T ask about age, marital status, pregnancy. DON'T inquire regarding
children, origin, descent or religion. DON'T ask about any health related condition or existing
disibility. (Refer to back of this page for recommended inquiries)
Prepared by: D. Sigler
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GUIDELINE FOR INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
Your questions should have job related purpose; either to verify information already
provided or to determine that the applicant's experience and skills meet your
expectations.
1. Define your personality characteristics to us.
2. Have you ever visited Edgewater, and what peaked your interest in working here?
3. What would your most recent employer tell us are your strongest areas?
What would your most recent employer tell us are your weakest areas? Would you agree?
If not, what do you consider your strengths and your weaknesses?
4. What do you consider your biggest accomplishment throughout your career.
5. Would you have a problem serving a six month's probation, or submitting to a physical to
determine that you can perform the essential functions of this job?
6. What is your salary expectation for this position?
7. Why did you apply for the position of Edgewater's City Manager?
8. What experience do you have concerning economic development in a community of similar -got
size?
9. Describe your team-building experience.
10. Briefly describe your understandings of public finance /governmental accounting procedures.
11. What is the historical pattern of the tax rates within the communities you have recently
managed.
12. Based on your management experience and technical skills, what results should the City of
Edgewater expect from you?
13. With respect to privatization or outsourcing, what experience do you have with contracting
municipal services?
14. How would you approach the issue of economic expansion (diversity) for an area like
Edgewater that is primarily residential?
15. If you are offered this position, how soon could you start? ) 0
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Mr. Gus H. Pappas
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Del Rio, Texas 78840
November 24, 1997
Personnel Administrator
City of Edgewater
104 N. Riverside Dr.
Edgewater, FL 32132
Dear Sir or Madam:
Please consider this letter and the enclosed resume as application for the position of City
Manager of Edgewater, Florida.
For the past two and a half years I have served as the City Manager of Del Rio, Texas, a
community of approximately 31,000 residents. While working for a fiscally conservative city
council, I have had the opportunity to implement an improved budget and accountability, cut
service cost, create and maintain an environment of open participatory management among
department heads, develop and implement a merit "pay for performance " system and
computerize the entire city operations. I have an earned reputation among my peers, for
implementing dynamic change, taking bold, but necessary management steps, and innovation.
Overall, I have over 21 years experience in local government administration, 18 as a City
Manager. Some of those cities have experienced hurricanes, tourism, and retirement challenges.
I believe that my credentials and experience qualify me as a candidate for the Edgewater City
Manager position. I have enclosed my resume for your review. I believe my experience can be a
great asset to Edgewater. I have managed Small cities on the verge of rapid growth and dealt
with the unique problems that can manifest.
Should you require additional information, please advise me. I trust that my application will
remain confidential until the final rounds of the selection process. I look forward to hearing from
you.
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Mr. Gus H. a pas
Enclosure: [1J
RESUME
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
Name: GUS H. PAPPAS Place of Birth: Dallas, TX.
Date of Birth: April 5, 1944 S.S. Number: 466 -68 -3845
Height: 5' 10" Marital Status: Married
Weight: 1901b. Wife's Name: Denise
Health: Excellent No. of Children: 4 (None at home)
CURRENT ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE:
124 Northill
Del Rio, Texas Home Phone: (830) 774 - 6667 (w /recd.)
78840 Mobile Phone: (830) 313 - 0858
EDUCATION:
Master of Public Administration Degree from The University of North Texas, with
Concentrations in City Management, Public Finance and Personnel, 1979.
Bachelor of Arts Degree from The University of North Texas, with Major in Political Science
and Sociology, *ftw Senior Executive Institute, University of Virginia, Mid - career upper level local government
management seminar. A three -week intensive multi - discipline course. Summer of 1992.
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY:
21 YEARS IN CITY MANAGEMENT, 18 AS CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER, Del Rio, TX. - MAY 1995 TO PRESENT
DELTA MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS - APR. 1994 TO MAY 1995
CITY MANAGER, Hot Springs, AR. - MAR. 1989 TO MAR. 1994
CITY MANAGER, Winnsboro, TX. - OCT. 1987 TO MAR. 1989
CITY MANAGER, Wylie, TX. - NOV. 1983 TO APR. 1987
CITY MANAGER, New Port Richey, FL. - JUN. 1982 TO NOV. 1983
CITY MANAGER, Port Aransas, TX. - APR. 1980 TO MAY 1982
ASST. CITY MANAGER, Mineral Wells, TX. - JAN. 1977 TO APR. 1980
PRIVATE SECTOR/RESTAURANT OWNER, - JUN. 1969 TO JAN. 1977
"' U. S. ARMY, COMM. OFFICER, VIET NAM - FEB. 1966 TO JUN. 1969
EXPERIENCE DETAIL:
MAY 1995 TO PRESENT - CITY MANAGER: City of Del Rio, Texas A "Home Rule" City
.► under Texas law, with a population of 40,000. Del Rio is a "Full Service" city with all normal
services plus natural gas. Annual Budget of $10 Mil. General, $3.5 Mil. Streets, $2.8 Mil.
Sanitation, Water and Sewer, $10 Mil. (17,500 Customers), Gas Utility 2.8 Mil., Capital Projects
35 Mil. and $8 Mil. Other. Total all funds approximately $75 million dollars. City employs 425
persons under the supervision of the City Manager. Reformatted Budget received GFOA award.
Balanced Budget for the first time in six years. Reduced financial support to outside agencies by
20 %, with a five -year plan to reduce the city contribution to such agencies to zero in five years.
Created the department of parks and recreation. eliminated the position of Public Works Director.
Established a ten year capital equipment acquisition plan within the regular budget. Raised the
beginning salaries of entry -level police and fire recruits. Established the positions of Police
Officer 1 and 2, as well as Firefighter 1 and 2 in order to provide incentive and a sense of
accomplishment to low level uniformed personnel prior to their opportunity to test for
Sergeant/Lieutenant. Advised the City to adopt a policy of regularly (5 -year) re- occurring ,
publicly voted bond issues in order to regain credibility with public, allow for public interaction,
plan for improvements and, provide revenues to fund the resulting debt services. Delayed paydays
by one day over a four -month period in order to move payroll- reporting system away from
assumption of the second week (hours worked) of a BI- weekly payroll system.
COMPENSATION: Beginning Salary - $75,500. Current Salary - $80,000 plus car allowance of
$350.00 a month - deferred compensation 5 %, 100K "Key -Man" life insurance policy for City and
Dependents.
APRIL 1994 TO MAY 1995 - DELTA MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS: Private firm
specializing in local government consulting, City of Arkadelphia, AR., project that involved
study of the need for additional revenues and the possibility of a sales tax election to increase
revenues. Prepared presentation to the elected body. Research was necessary that projected the
budget ten years into the future. Arkansas Municipal League, conducted classes for city Mayors
and Finance Directors on budgeting for a modern city. Produced the "City Management
Directory" with an analysis section on 15 largest cities. Kahn incorporated, retail jewelry chain,
management study to effect transition from a family business to a professional management team.
Internal review of structure and recommendations for reorganization. Changed the compensation
and commission system. Created positions for family members that removed them from day to
day operations. Stopped consulting because of a desire to return to City Management.
MARCH 1989 TO MARCH 1994 - CITY MANAGER: City of Hot Springs, Arkansas A
"Large First Class" City under Arkansas law, with a population of 36,228, surrounded by a large
unincorporated area of dense population, total population 70,000. Annual Budget of $13 Mil.
General, $2.5 Mil. Streets, $2.8 Mil. Sanitation, Water and Sewer, $10 Mil. (21,500 Customers)
and $7 Mil. Other. Total all funds approximately $35 million dollars. A full service City
employing 435 persons under the supervision of the City Manager. Designed and placed in
operation new computer system including a geographical information (GIS) system (long range
planning & records tool). Began staff development program. Began Fed. grant "Home" program.
Designed and implemented a Merit Pay System for all employees, replacing a system of automatic
biannual raises. Formulated a uniform set of "Rules and Procedures for City Advisory
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Commissions." Set "annual" Department goals. Developed a "Comprehensive Street and Alley
Master List and Acceptance Policy." Restructured the City Budget to conform to GFOA
accounting practices (won GFOA award for 1993). Established ten -year capital plans for each of
ter the city's departments. Successfully withstood a change in form of government election and
retained the City manager form of Government. Created a Parks and Recreation Department and a
Public Information Department, which included televised informational programming. Hired first
female Department Heads. Consolidated two departments to cut costs and increase efficiency.
Created "Inter- Service Fund" to provide fleet maintenance, warehousing, personnel, and computer
services as a support expense center charged to all Funds. Formulated a long -term bond proposal
policy with a five -year cycle of issues and implemented a public info. program that preceded the
election by one year. Began and completed $18 Mil. Sewer improvements. Excellent annual
reviews for five years. COMPENSATION: Beginning Salary - $49,500. Ending Salary - $62,730
plus car allowance of $450.00 a month - deferred compensation 8 %, 100K life insurance.
OCTOBER 1987 TO MARCH 1989 - CITY MANAGER: City of Winnsboro, Texas. A
General law city with a population of 3,700. Revised budget to more modern and generally
acceptable format, which would meet standards of governmental accounting practices. Set up
encumbrance system. Established monthly council reports. Supervised the bidding for
construction of a new $1.5 mgd water treatment plant and a $300,000 swimming pool. Began
system for user fees to support the provision of parks and recreation activities and facilities.
Isolated and presented to the council a report on the twelve major areas requiring review by the
staff and Council in order to prepare the community for the future. Installed new computer system.
Designed an "Economic Development Package" with tiered incentives for attracting industry, with
jobs to the City. Developed a plan to complete needed improvements at the city's industrial park.
Developed a finance and operational package to update the city sanitation system to Dumpster
service for commercial customers. COMPENSATION: Beginning Salary - $33,000. Ending
Salary - $37,000 plus car allowance of $200.00 a month/retirement plan/life insurance.
NOVEMBER 1983 TO APRIL 1987 - CITY MANAGER: City of Wylie, Texas. A rapid
growth Home Rule City with responsibility in City Manager's office for all operations of the city
government. Current population of 8,400. City grew from a population of 3,300 while I was
City Manager. The City incorporates all phases of municipal services with a full -time staff of
seventy -four (74) employees and a budget of $4.2 million. Wylie was a rapid growth community.
During this period, the City instituted programs of water and sewer impact fees, lift station
districts and increased developers participation in costs by rewriting subdivision standards.
Computerized city departments. Successfully obtained a positive vote for bond issue to construct
a new City Hall and Police Station. Began a process for conducting a "pre- development
conference" where city regulatory officials and development interest meet face to face to come to
agreement on development requirements for new sub - divisions. Created a "unit/acres report" to
inform Realtors, developers, builders and consumers of exact locations where sites were available
for building. This report assisted the city in planning and attracted uses to locations that were not
readily apparent to potential users unfamiliar with the community. The report was used by the
Chamber of Commerce to attract development. Devised "lift station district system" which
planned for fewer but larger lift stations placed more strategically for future development.
Developers paid for these lift stations. Authored the Home Rule Charter, which was adopted by
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this community. COMPENSATION: Beginning Salary - $33,000. Ending Salary - $43,374 plus
car allowance of $350.00 a month/deferred compensation/life insurance.
lay JUNE 1982 TO NOVEMBER 1983 - CITY MANAGER: City of New Port Richey,
Florida. Home Rule Charter City with direct responsibility in City Manager's office for all
administration and operation of the city government. Population: 12,400. City incorporates all
phases of municipal services with a full -time staff of 122 employees, and total operating funds in
excess of $8.3 million. The city has unionized Police and Fire Department. Negotiated new five -
year labor contract during my administration. Organized and restructured budgets to provide
greater detail, better public understanding, and compliance with GFOA standards. Updated city
personnel system, reclassified employees, and instituted new pay schedule. Established City
Council work session system. Provided this city's' first agenda summary to aid the elected body in
interpretation of issues coming before them. Began and directed capital improvement projects for
a wastewater treatment plant and 3 -1/2 mile force main. On -going program of investigation for
alternative methods of delivery of services. COMPENSATION: Beginning Salary - $32,000.
Ending Salary - $36,500 plus car allowance of $300.00 a month/deferred compensation/life
insurance.
APRIL 1980 TO MAY 1982 - CITY MANAGER: City of Port Aransas, Texas. Home Rule
Charter City with direct responsibility in City Manager's office for all operations of the city.
Population: 5,040 with tourist peaks over 30,000. City incorporates all phases of municipal
services with a full -time staff of 62 and total operating funds in excess of $3.25 million. Acquired
IBM System 34 computer and established systems for encumbrances, billing, payroll and budget.
This city had not had computerized records prior to this occurrence. Formulated master plan for
r.., long -range street improvements to include method and financing. Directed increased emphasis on
building construction compliance to Southern Standard Building Codes. Updated the master -
zoning plan for the community. Accomplished several annexations that had to be negotiated with
two other cities. Installed system and procedure for live television coverage of Council meetings
on local cable TV. Planned, financed and began construction on jail, dog pound, community
center and harbor improvements. Directed preparation, emergency operations, and recovery
procedures connected with Hurricane "Allen," which hit this coastal city in the fall of 1980.
Directed FEMA repairs and financial assistance to community. COMPENSATION: Beginning
Salary - $27,500. Ending Salary - $34,500 plus car allowance of $250.00 a month/retirement
plan/life insurance.
JANUARY 1977 TO APRIL 1980 - ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER, GRANTS
ADMINISTRATOR, and ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: City of Mineral
Wells, Texas. Population 21,000. Budget $6.5 million with 210 employees. Direct
responsibility for operations of departments of Personnel, Park & Recreation, Municipal Airport,
State and Federal Grants and Cemeteries. Assisted the City Manager in the overall operation and
management of the city and whatever specialized duties and assignments he might assign. Project
Director of Federal Grant program for youth. Staff - 26; annual budget, $1.6 million. Acquired
FFA Funding for airport improvements and devised master plan for long range airport
development. Recommended numerous changes in user fee charges. As Grants Administrator,
made application and secured various grants. In charge of overall grant administration. Total
dollar value of grants - $4.5 million. As Administrative Assistant, accomplished a water and
"o' sewer rate study culminating in rate adjustments. Design and implementation of city personnel
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regulations and pay scales. Public relations assignments. COMPENSATION: Beginning Salary -
$12,750. Ending Salary - $17,496 plus car allowance of $150.00 a month/retirement plan/life
insurance.
JUNE 1969 TO JANUARY 1977 - PRIVATE SECTOR: Established, owned and operated
sole proprietary business, "Pappas Restaurant," 3321 Broadway Blvd., Garland, Texas. Full
service restaurant, seated 150 people, and employed 15 people average. Annual sales, $180,000;
annual sales increase, 27 %; capital worth, $250,000 (1977 dollars).
FEBRUARY 1966 TO JUNE 1969 - U. S. ARMY COMMISSIONED OFFICER:
Commanding Officer of Intelligence Company, Officer Candidate Company and Infantry
Company; Battalion Operations Officer. Ground Combat Duty in Viet Nam. Served as a infantry
platoon leader and company commander in the field with the 1st Air Cavalry Division, until
wounded in action. Infantry Officer Candidate School, H & D graduate, Intelligence Analyst, Top
Secret Security Clearance. Published articles in military professional journals. Paratrooper and
Instructor in leadership, personnel counseling and tactics. Awards and decorations. (Supplied
upon request.)
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SIGNIFICANT MUNICIPAL PROFESSIONAL ABILITIES & EXPERIENCES:
• Growth management, to include both long and short range planning, with studies on the effects
4142' of today's decisions on tomorrow.
• Significant annexation experience in both the legal process and long range planning for the
needs and effect of new annexations.
• Grant acquisition and administration.
• Formulating merit pay systems, personnel policies, pay schedules and job descriptions and
municipal union negotiation.
• Public speaking ability at large public hearings, meetings or with press and television.
•Proficient use of personal computers and the Internet. High knowledge levels with programs such
as "Excel, Acess, Harvard Graphics, Org Plus, Word, Chart" and numerous others.
•Experienced with, and a proponent of "zero- based" and "planned/program" budgeting.
• Understanding of the needs of business and developers.
• Ability to manage large or small budgets with large or small staffs, have management ability to
challenge the staff to grow professionally.
• Hurricane and Flood emergency management experience.
• Have experience managing Cities that need Tourist development and then have managed the
related problems.
• Supervised numerous public construction projects.
• Helped to established two new Home Rule cities through the writing of their Charter and the
election and transition.
• Long range planner who can explain to Council the effects of their decisions, in the future.
• Established programs to require developers to bear large portion of the burden of rapid growth
on municipal services.
• Created first "lift station districts" and "unit/acres" systems.
• Have established assessment programs to pay for street, drainage, water and sewer, and other
needed public improvements.
• Have the ability to make unpopular recommendations and accept the negative public comment
in lieu of the City Council.
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
• International City Management Association - ICMA (Full Member)
(for over Eighteen years)
•Texas City Management Association (Full Member)
Served as President Region 8 1997
Appointed member of State Ethics Committee
• Arkansas City Management Association (Full Member)(Past)
Served as State Secretary- Treasurer 1990
Served as State Vice - President 1991
Served as State President 1992
• American Society of Public Administrators - ASPA
• Florida City Management Association (Full Member)(Past)
• Pi Alpha Alpha, National Honor Society, Public Affairs and Administration
PERSONALITY PROFILES:
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E extrovert, wide breadth of interest
N intuitive grasp of possibilities
T logical and prone toward analysis
P adaptability
Kahler Personality Assessment Profile:
Fully developed "persister (basic), workaholic"
Currently developing "reactor, promoter" phase
Character Strengths:
Persister: dedicated, observant, and conscientious
Workaholic: responsible, logical, organized
Reactor: compassionate, sensitive, warm
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PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL REFERENCES / GUS H. PAPPAS:
NAME / TITLE / CO, ADDRESS / PHONE
vor Mr. Lee Whethersbee 320 Nicholson
Councilman Del Rio, TX 78841
City of Del Rio, TX Res: 830 - 775 -4701
Mrs. Nadjla Wills 100 Royal Way # 17A
Councilwoman Del Rio, TX 78840
City of Del Rio, TX Res: 830 - 774 -6408
Small Business Owner Bus: 830 - 774 -3655
Mrs. Melinda Baran 104 Forest Hills Trail
Former Mayor Hot Springs, AR 71901
City of Hot Springs Res: 501- 623 -1372
Mr. Jay Chesshir 132 Pine Meadows Loop
Former Director (Council Member) Hot Springs, AR 71901
City of Hot Springs Res: 501- 262 -5248
Economic Development, President Bus: 501- 624 -6807
Mr. David Moore 820 Azalea Crt.
Code Compliance Dir./ College Sta. TX College Sta., TX 77845
Former Code Compliance Dir. / Hot Springs Res.: 409 - 693 -0744
Bus.: 409 - 764 -3742
Mr. J. David Wansley P.O. Box 948
President Florence, SC., 29503
Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce Res: 803 - 669 -8716
Economic Development in Hot Springs, AR. Bus: 803 - 665 -0515
Mr. Elijah Harris 1140 Cambridge Circle
Former Assistant Mayor Benton, AR 72015
City of Hot Springs Res: 501- 778 -8076
Bus: 501- 396 -4310
Mr. Bill Edwards 525 Jerome
Director (Council Member) Hot Springs, AR 71913
City of Hot Springs Res: 501 -321 -2291
Mr. Pat McCabe, Jr. 632 Quapaw Avenue
Director (Council Member) Hot Springs, AR 71901
City of Hot Springs Res: 501- 624 -5028
Bus: 501- 624 -1281
Ms. Melinda Gassaway P. 0. Box 580
Executive Editor Hot Springs, AR 71902
The Sentinel - Record (Newspaper) Bus: 501- 623 -7711
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PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL REFERENCES CONT. /GUS H. PAPPAS:
NAME / TITLE / CO, ADDRESS / PHONE
4r.- Mr. John Rainey P. O. Box 87
Editor, Author Winnsboro, TX. 75494
The Winnsboro News (Newspaper) Res: 903 - 342 -5313
Bus: 903 - 342 -5247
Mr. Bill Windham Rt. 6 Box 6146
Project Superintendent Athens, TX. 75751
Velvin & Weeks Consultant. Eng. Res.: 903 - 677 -2718
Athens, TX. Mob.: 903 - 677 -7988
Mr. Don Hughes 408 Hilltop Lane
Former Mayor P.O. Box 1329
City of Wylie, TX. Wylie, Texas 75098
Industrialist Res: 214 -442 -1166
Mr. Percy Simmons 420 4th St.
Former Councilman Wylie, Texas 75098
City of Wylie, TX. Res: 214 - 442 -3629
Builder, Developer, Lumber/Hardware Store Bus: 214- 442 -3595
Mr. James R. Boyd 4312 O'Hare Dr.
'— Commercial Artist Mesquite, Texas 75150
Private Sector Res: 214- 203 -8987
Bus: 214 - 680 -9750
Mr. I. W. Santry, Jr. P.E. 7131 Twin Tree Lane
Former City Engineer Dallas, Texas 75214
City of Wylie, TX. Res: 214 - 827 -9967
Mr. Robert Flood 515 E. Oakes
Former Mayor Port Aransas, TX. 78373
City of Port Aransas, TX. Res: 512- 749 -5390
Mr. Duncan Neblett, Atty. P.O. Box 629
Municipal Judge & Justice of Peace Port Aransas, TX. 78373
City of Port Aransas, TX. Res: 512- 749 -6061
Bus: 512- 749 -4200
Mr. Robert J. Shiflet 8 Springcreek Prkw.
Former Mayor Weatherford, TX 76087
City of Mineral Wells, TX. Bus: 817- 695 -0866
Radio Broadcaster Res: 817 - 596 -9311
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December 2, 1997
Mr. Gus Pappas
124 Northill
Del Rio, Texas 78840
Dear Mr. Pappas:
Thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. This office will forward your resume
to our committee, the Mayor and Council.
Our closing date has been set for December 5, 1997. We anticipate that the process will take at
least thirty days to decide the top candidates. We ask for your patience. We will be contacting
you and advise you of your status at that time.
Sincerely,
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Deborah Sigler
Personnel Administrator
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December 11, 1997
Mr. Thomas E. Painter
11713 N. 58th Street
Tampa, FL 33617
Dear Mr. Painter:
Again, we want to thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. Our Mayor and
Council received many resumes for the position and have been engaged in the difficult process of
narrowing the field to a small number for further consideration.
This will confirm our telephone conversation that you have been selected for further consideration
and that we will be conducting a telephone interview with you on Wednesday, December 17th at
approximately 4:45 p.m.
Thank you for your continued interest.
Sincerely,
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Deborah Sigler,
Personnel Administrator
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Mayor
City Council
RESUME SUMMARY
APPLICANT: Thomas E. Painter
Tampa, FL
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
Twenty -Two (22) years experience in local government management in the states of West
Virginia and Georgia..
Experience in governmental issues including, personnel administration, jail operations, public
utilities facilities, budgeting, capital improvement programs, industrial development and
grantsmanship.
Currently: Self Employed, Grant Consultant for Cities and Counties, since Jan. 1995.
During 1997 wrote eleven (11) grants totaling $1,600,000. Special projects as writing personnel
policies, pay and classifications plans and jail operation procedures.
Previously: County Administrator, Douglas, GA, Jan. 1993 - Aug. 1993
County Administrator, Pembroke, GA, 1986 - 1993
Town Administrator, Moorefield, W. VA 1975 - 1979
Associate Warden of Care & Treatment
And Business Manager, Moundsville, W. VA 1973 - 1974
Administrative Specialist , U.S. Air Force 1969 - 1973
INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
You should avoid asking any questions of a discriminating nature, or any questions concerning
medical conditions: DON'T ask about agt marital status, pregnancy. DON'T inquire regarding
children, origin, descent or religion. DON'T ask about any health related condition or existing
disibility. (Refer to back of this page for recommended inquiries)
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GUIDELINE FOR INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
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Your questions should have job related purpose; either to verify information already
provided or to determine that the applicant's experience and skills meet your
expectations.
1. Define your personality characteristics to us.
2. Have you ever visited Edgewater, and what peaked your interest in working here?
3. What would your most recent employer tell us are your strongest areas?
What would your most recent employer tell us are your weakest areas? Would you agree?
If not, what do you consider your strengths and your weaknesses?
4. What do you consider your biggest accomplishment throughout your career.
5. Would you have a problem serving a six month's probation, or submitting to a physical to
determine that you can perform the essential functions of this job?
6. What is your salary expectation for this position?
7. Why did you apply for the position of Edgewater's City Manager?
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8. What experience do you have concerning economic development m a community of similar
size?
9. Describe your team-building experience.
10. Briefly describe your understandings of public finance /governmental accounting procedures.
11. What is the historical pattem of the tax rates within the communities you have recently
managed.
12. Based on your management experience and technical skills, what results should the City of
Edgewater expect from you?
13. With respect to privatization or outsourcing, what experience do you have with contracting
municipal services?
14. How would you approach the issue of economic expansion (diversity) for an area like
Edgewater that is primarily residential?
15. If you are offered this position, how soon could you start?
• October 27, 1997
11713 N. 58th Street
Tampa, Florida
RECEIVED
Personnel Administrator NOV - 5 1997
104 N. 58th Street
Edgewater, Florida 32132 HUMAN RESOURCES
Ref: City Manager Position
Dear Sir:
I am very much interested in obtaining the city manager's
position in the City of Edgewater.
i have a Master's Degree in public Administratdon and
• twenty years of tough, progressive management experience in
local government.
During my years of experience as a city or county
manager I developed an expertise in many fields such as
personnel; jail operations; budgeting and grantsmanship.
The last two years, I used this knowledge working as a
consultant for four cities and six counties.
I am sure that I can do a very professional job for
the City of Edgewater. i have the education and experience
to carry this out.
Please review my resume carefully. I would appreciate
your time and consideration of me for the position.
Sincerely,
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THOMAS E. PAINTER
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RESUME
NAME: PAINTER, Thomas E.
ADDRESS: 11713 N 58th Street
Tampa, FL 33617
PHONE NUMBER: 813/985
EDUCATION:
Master. of Public Administration Degree
University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma
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1974
Bachelor of Science Degree
Shepherd College
Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Political Science
1969
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EMPLOYER: Self Employed
TITLE: Grant Consultant for
Cities and Counties
SUPERVISOR: Self
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: January 11,1995 to Present
DUTIES: I, along with partner, Mark Wilson, did consulting
work for cities and counties in Florida. In 1995, we had
one city and two counties as clients. In 1997, we had four
cities and six counties as clients.
In 1997, we wrote 11 grants that were approved totaling
$1,600,000. In addition to this we had special projects such
as writing personnel policies; pay and classification plans
and jail operating procedures.
I enjoyed working with such diversified clients but my
partner, Mark Wilson, has accepted a position as city
manager near Miami. So, I would like to obtain a full time
position myself so I can spend more time at home.
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EMPLOYER: Unemployed
TITLE: None
SUPERVISOR: None
DATE OF UNEMPLOMENT: September 1, 1993 to January 10,1995
DUTIES:
I resigned a very good job in Georgia after my father died
in Hillsbourgh County, Florida. My mother would not move to
Georgia and I had no other option but to move to Tampa and help
Nrer her. She is seventy nine years old.
During this year and half I settled my dad's estate; obtained
pension; obtained social security and black lung benefits for
mother. I sold her house and set up investment income for her.
My sister moved here and my mother decided to move in with
her,
Knowing that my mother was secure and well off I decided to
go into private consulting with Mark Wilson.
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EMPLOYER: Coffee County Board of Commissioners
101 South Peterson Avenue
Douglas, Georgia 31533
low TITLE: County Administrator
SUPERVISOR: Chairman Johnny Wayne jowers
DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: January 28, 1993 to August 13, 1993
DUTIES:
I was the first Chief Administrative Officer of Coffee
County, Georgia which is 613 square miles in size with a
population of 30,000. The county gained 10.03% in population
since 1980.
I supervised all the county departments and coordinated
work with the constitutional officers totaling 120 employees.
The county had an annual budget of $5,100,000. I worked
with all department heads to establish a budget. After approval
by the county commission, I was responsible for managing the
budget for that year.
The following are my accomplishments while I worked in
Coffee County:
1. I planned and managed the establishment of the E911
4 11011,. emergency telephone service in Coffee County.
2. I worked with the county commission, cities, and business
community to get the 1% sales tax approved by the voters. I got
matching state and federal grants to match the county's 1% sales
tax to provide a $30 million capital improvement program over the
next 4 years.
3. I wrote a new personnel policy for the county.
4. I introduced a new purchasing procedure called total -
cost bidding which enabled the county to purchase heavy
equipment at a lower price.
5. I obtained a Community Development Grant in the amount
of $400,000 to build a community services building.
6. After considerable work, I got the county landfill in
compliance with state regulations.
7. I established a safety program in order to reduce the
county's risk and workmen compensation claims.
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Coffee County Administrator (cont'd)
►" 8. I established a program to meet the requirements of
the American Disabilities Act.
9. I established a Drug -Free Workplace Program for the
county.
10. I worked on the Industrial Development Authority
and Airport Authority to improve industries, businesses and
the airport.
I accomplished a lot of things in my short time at
Coffee County and loved working there. But, my dad died and -
my mother was ill. She would not move to Douglas and live
with me. There was only one option left to me and I had to
resign and move to her home to take care of her.
City, business and industrial leaders begged nie to
stay.County Commissioners were disappointed and mad, to a
certain point, but I just did not have any other option at
this time.
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EMPLOYER: Bryan County Board of Commissioners
Courthouse
Pembroke, Georgia 31321
TITLE: County Administrator
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SUPERVISOR: Mr. Carlton Gill
DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: April 1986 to January 1993
DUTIES:
I was the Chief Administrative Officer of Bryan County,
Georgia. Bryan County is 439 square miles in size with a
population of 17,000 and is the second fastest growing county
in the State of Georgia, percentage -wise.
My duties involved supervising 18 department heads which
had a total of 102 employees. The departments ranged from the
Commissioner's Office to Solid Waste and Roads.
The county had an annual budget of $5,000,000 and I worked
with all department heads to establish a budget. After its
approval by the county commission, I was responsible for
managing the budget for that year.
In 1987, I secured a Community Development Block Grant from
the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for $300,000. The
funds were used for paving and drainage of roads in two low -
income neighborhoods.
In 1988, the citizens of Bryan County approved the 1% sales
tax to raise $1,000,000 to renovate the courthouse in Pembroke
and Richmond Hill. The project was completed in June 1990.
In 1989, I wrote and submitted another grant application to
the Department of Community Affairs for $352,000 to build a
Mental Retardation Center in Bryan County. Grant was approved
and the project was completed in August 1990.
I coordinated the Jail Advisory Committee. We planned the
project through the PONI program offered by the National
Institute of Corrections; and after its completion, Bryan County
citizens approved the 1% sales tax to build the new jail in
Bryan County. This 68 -bed jail facility was to be completed in
1994.
In 1992, I built a bulkhead at the Demeries Creek Park near
Richmond Hill thru a grant from the Department of Natural
Resources.
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Bryan County Administrator (cont'd)
In 1988, we pushed and were successful in getting the
'orr citizens of Bryan County to vote in favor of the Freeport
Tax to make the county more competitive for industry.
In 1988 -89, I wrote a new civil service personnel
policy for Bryan County. In February 1989, the county
commission approved the policy. The county now has a modern
and up -to -date personnel policy.
In 1988 -90, I administered $300,000 in capital
improvement funds for the Department of Natural Resources in
Bryan County to improve their fish hatchery.
In 1990, I did a pay- and - classification plan for Bryan
County to go along with the county's new personnel policy.
I also researched and planned putting computers in most
of the county's offices. County Commissioners funded the
project in 1990.
In April 1990, Bryan County was designated an "All
Georgia County" by our participation in the All Georgia
Program.
In 1991, I wrote a grant and it was approved in the
amount of $450,000 by the Department of Community Affairs to
construct a Senior Citizens' Center in Pembroke.
In 1991 -92, I coordinated the updating of the county's
Building and zoning codes.
In 1991 -95, I was to direct the paving of 40 miles of
dirt roads in Bryan County. Funds from the 1% sales tax and
the Department of Transportation were to be used to take
care of this project.
In 1992 -94, I was to direct the construction of
$500,000 of improvements to County parks. The source of
funds was to be the 1% sales tax.
I have accomplished a great deal in the past 7 years
but the County was growing fast and a lot of things remained
to be done.
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EMPLOYER: Pendleton County Commission
Courthouse
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Franklin, West Virginia 26807
Nor TITLE
County Administrator
SUPERVISOR: Morris M. Homan
DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: May 14, 1979 to April 18, 1986
DUTIES:
I was the Administrative Officer for the Pendleton
County Commission, Pendleton County, West Virginia which is
691 square miles in size with a population of 7,910.
My duties included the handling of all administrative
work for the County Commission; preparing County general and
revenue - sharing budgets; writing state and federal grants;
administering approved state and federal grants; and
coordinating County government business with other local,
state, regional and federal government agencies.
The handling of the administative work for the County
Commission was a tremendous responsibility. The work dealt
with handling the Summer Youth project; CETA program;
personnel policies and problems; relations and information
to citizens of the county; budget preparation of the County
general and revenue sharing; the preparation of numerous
''M" reports to federal and state agencies; and managing the
Pendleton County Water Public Service District.
The securing and administering of federal and state
grants was very successful. During my 6 years as
administrator, a total of $5,288,766 in grants were obtained
for an average of $881,461 a year. This average is higher
than the county's total budget of $500,000 a year. Also,
there was zero audit write -ups on all the grants. During
these 6 years, the County received the following grants:
a. Community and Emergency Medical Building in
Riverton, Pendleton County, for $91,000 from the State of
West Virginia.
b. Committee on Aging Building and Kitchen Equipment
in Franklin, Pendleton County for $91,000 from Appalachian
Regional Commission.
c. Housing Rehabilitation Program for Franklin,
Pendleton County for $101,500 from the Department of Housing
and Urban Development and Farmers Home Administration.
d. Housing Rehabilitation Program for Brandywine and
Upper Tract, Pendleton County for $250,000 from the Department
" of Housing and Urban Development and Farmers Home
Administration.
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Pendleton County Administrator (cont'd)
e. Public Water Facilities Project for Circelville,
Pendleton County for $450,000 from the department of Housing
and Urban Development.
f. Community Center /Fire Department /Rescue Squad
Building for Franklin, Pendleton County for $600,000 from
Economic Development Administration and State of West
Virginia.
g. Rescue Squad Building for Sugar Grove, Pendleton
County for $80,000 from the State of West Virginia.
h. North of Franklin Water Line Extension - $90,000
loan and $290,000 grant from the Farmers Home Administration
to install 3 miles of water line.
i. Renovation of County Jail - $118,000 grant from the
State Committee on Crime and Deliquency.
j. Upper Tract Water System - $1,335,000 in loan and
grant funds to install a complete water system.
k. Brandywine Water System - $1,775,000 in loan and
grant funds from the Farmers Home Administration to install
complete water system.
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My duties as Administrative Officer required
coordination with other local, state, regional and federal
agencies. Locally, I worked with community organizations
such as Ruritans, Lions, American Legion, rescue squads,
fire departments and local community governments on projects
to fix the local schools and parks. I worked with the
rescue squads and fire departments in obtaining grants for
equipment. I helped the community of Franklin to secure a
grant for $260,000 from the Department of Housing and Urban
Development. Also, I worked on Regional Planning with the
Regional Planning and Development Council. I coordinated
with state agencies on the county budget, taxation, and with
federal agencies on grants and Flood Plain Management.
I organized the first Public Water Service District in
Pendleton County. Since its inception, I secured the
funding for 4 water systems in the amount of $3,940,000.
Today, all water systems are in good shape.
My duties as Pendleton County Administrator gave me the
opportunity to work with all components of the Pendleton
County and to reach out and work with many people in the
regional, state and federal governments.
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EMPLOYER: Town of Moorefield
Moorefield, West Virginia 26836
TITLE: Town Administrator
SUPERVISOR: J. Thomas Fraley
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Mayor of Moorefield
DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: April 1, 1975 to May 12, 1979
DUTIES:
I supervised the Town employees in the daily operation of
the town. I worked on special projects that the Mayor and Council
assigned to me. Such projects included:
a. The preparation of a comprehensive multi -year HUD grant
for the Single Purpose Grant for the development of a low -to- moderate
income housing subdivision in the amount of $500,000.
b. A State Soil Conservation project to take care of drainage
problems in a section of the town which cost $50,000.
c. The annexation of a large tract of land into the
corporation.
d. Establishment and clarification of the town's street
right -of -ways.
e. Wrote the first town personnel policy which was adopted
by the town council.
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f. Set up an inventory of all town property.
g. Evaluated water pressure and water lines of the town's
water system for Insurance Services Office.
h. Made land -use study of the entire town and coded information
on maps which became a part of the town's Comprehensive Plan.
i. Mapped all sewer, water, and storm lines in the town.
j. Made mobile home survey of the town and drafted regulation
to govern mobile homes.
k. Made housing condition survey of the entire town which laid
the basis for a HUD grant.
1. Obtained surplus property from state and federal governments
and wrote up projects to obtain CETA (Comprehensive Employment
Training Act) workers.
m. Executive Secretary and Planner for Moorefield Planning
Commission.
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EMPLOYER: West Virginia State Penitentiary
818 Jefferson Ave.
Moundsville, West Virginia 26041
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TITLE: Associate Warden of Care & Treatment
and Business Manager
SUPERVISOR: Mr. Donald Bordenkircher, Warden
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: August 1973 to September 1974
DUTIES:
As Business Manager: I supervised 30 personnel in the
Business Office, Payroll, Personnel, Commissary, Central
Receiving, Prison Farm, and Maintenance departments. I was in
charge of all purchasing. I set up personnel system according
to State rules and regulations. I set up an inventory system
for all departments. I was Project Director for federal
grants. I was in charge of planning, programming, and budgeting
for the penitentiary. I coordinated planning of 5 divisions and
prepared the yearly budget. One grant that I was Project
Director for received the Freedom Foundation Award in 1974.
As Associate Warden of Care & Treatment: I set up program
of care, treatment, and vocational rehabilitation for 600
inmates. I supervised 20 personnel in classification, hospital,
chaplain, educational, and vocational departments to carry out
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EMPLOYER: United States Air Force
TITLE: Administrative Specialist
SUPERVISOR: Numerous Supervisors in Four Years
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: May 1969 to April 1973
DUTIES:
Main duties involved typing, filing, posting manuals and
regulations, and handling classified material. I worked in the
Personnel Office keeping files and testing squadron personnel
for promotion. Worked in Drug and Race Relations in which I
investigated racial and drug problems. I worked in "Project
Homecoming ", the release of prisoners of war from North Vietnam.
Worked in Danang, South Vietnam, for 4 months moving an air
squadron to Thailand.
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OTHER SCHOOLS OR TRAINING:
a. Administrative Specialists Training (1969 -1973)
U.S. Air Force
„ Three certificates in administrative training.
b. Training in Corrections (1974)
West Virginia Penitentiary
Classes in management, prison security, and counseling.
c. Revenue Sharing and Anti - Recession Fiscal Assistance
Workshop (1977)
Government Information Services
Washington, D.C.
d. Grantsmanship Workshop (1978)
West Virginia University
Classes in preparation and writing of grants for
municipalities.
e. HUD Block Grant Workshop (1978)
Charleston, West Virginia
Training in writing and administering HUD block grants.
if. West Virginia State Housing Fund Training Workshop
Fairmont, West Virginia (1979)
Training in writing and administering HUD Community
Development and Farmers Home Administration loan and
grant funds for housing.
law g. Small Cities Program Design and Management (1981)
Office of Urban Rehabilitation and Community
Reinvestment
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
30 -Hour Course
Washington, D.C.
h. Inspections, Specifications Writing (1981)
Office of Urban Rehabilitation and Community
Reinvestment
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
40 -Hour Course
Washington, D.C.
i. West Virginia Public Service Commission Training (1982)
Charleston, West Virginia
Training in the administration of water systems in
West Virginia.
14 -Hour Course
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OTHER SCHOOLS OR TRAINING (cont'd)
Iry j. University of Georgia (1986)
Sanitary Landfills
Savannah, Georgia
k. University of Georgia (1986)
Water /Sewer Systems
Savannah, Georgia
1. University of Georgia (1986)
Government Purchasing
Statesboro, Georgia
m. Georgia Southern University (1986)
Accounting
Statesboro, Georgia
n. Georgia Pesticide Applicators License
Certified Commercial
with Ground Equipment
License Number: 14227
o. Georgia Southern University (1987 -1992)
Computers
Statesboro, Georgia
'VOW OTHER EXPERIENCE:
Director of Pendleton County Housing Program.
Manager of Pendleton County Public Service District.
Vice- President, Board of Directors, Region 8
Transportation Authority, Petersburg, West Virginia
Board Member of Pendleton County Committee on Aging.
Vice - President of Franklin Ruritan Club.
Past Chairman of Moorefield Planning Commission.
Vice - Chairman of Coastal Georgia Regional Local
Government Advisory Board (1988).
Chairman of Coastal Georgia Regional Local Government
Advisory Board (1989- 1992).
Member of Coastal Georgia Solid Waste Task Force
(1988- 1994).
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REFERENCES
1. Judge John R. Harvey
Superior Court
P.O. Box 1018
Pembroke, Georgia 31321
Phone: 912- 653 -2027
2. Mr. Harold Bacon
Western Auto Manager
P.O. Box 442
Pembroke, Georgia 31321
• Work Phone: 912 - 653 -2288
,.,. 3. Mr. 'phi 1.3 j p:Jvne s
Chairman
Bryan County Commission
P.O. Box 430
Pembroke, Georgia 31321
Phone: 912 - 653 -4681
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POST OFFICE BOX 100 - EDGEWATER, FLORIDA 32132 -0100
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November 5, 1997
Mr. Thomas Painter
11713 N. 58th Street
Tampa, FL 33617
Dear Mr. Painter:
Thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. This office will forward your resume
to our committee, the Mayor and Council
Our closing date has been set for December 5, 1997. We anticipate that the process will take at
least thirty days to decide the top candidates. We ask for your patience. We will be contacting
you and advise you of your status at that time.
Sincerely,
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Deborah Sigler
Personnel Administrator
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THE CITY OF EDGEWATER
POST OFFICE BOX 100 - EDGEWATER, FLORIDA 32132 -0100
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December 12, 1997
Mr. Bernard Van Osdale
536 Gettysburg
Niles, Michigan 49120
Dear Mr. Van Osdale:
Again, we want to thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. Our Mayor and
Council received many resumes for the position and have been engaged in the difficult process of
narrowing the field to a small number for further consideration.
This will confirm our telephone conversation that you have been selected for further consideration
and that we will be conducting a telephone interview with you on Wednesday, December 17th at
approximately 5:45 p.m.
Thank you for your continued interest.
Sincerely,
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Deborah Sigler,
Personnel Administrator
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cc: City Manager
Mayor
City Council
RESUME SUMMARY
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APPLICANT: Bernard A. Van Osdale
Niles, Michigan
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
Twenty -Three (23) years experience in local government management in the State of Michigan.
Experience in governmental issues including, public administration, research & strategic planning,
economic development, budgeting, public relations, community education and program
development, HR management, training & staff development, labor relations.
Currently: (Nothing listed) City Administrator, Niles, Michigan, 1986 - May,1997
Serving in a full service local government with a population of 13,000 and a budget of
approximately $20 million. 140 City employees under City Manager's supervision.
Restructured police,fire, utility building and finance departments. Brought council, city stag and
citizens together which resulted in improved services to the community. Worked with Economic
Development Corp. to expand new industrial development. Negotiated five (5) union contracts.
Current salary $60,000. + a monthly car allowance and 10% deferred comp.
Previously: City Manager, Genesee County, MI 1978 - 1985
Assistant to City Mayor, 1974 - 1978
INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
You should avoid asking any questions of a discriminating nature, or any questions concerning
medical condtions: DON'T ask about age, marital status, pregnancy. DON'T inquire regarding
children, origin„ descent or religion. DON'T ask about any health related condition or existing
disibility. (Refer to back of this page for recommended inquiries)
Prepared by: D. Sigler
12 -12 -97
GUIDELINE FOR INTERVIEW INQUIRIES
Your questions should have job related purpose; either to verify information already
provided or to determine that the applicant's experience and skills meet your
expectations.
1. Define your personality characteristics to us.
2. Have you ever visited Edgewater, and what peaked your interest in working here?
3. What would your most recent employer tell us are your strongest areas?
What would your most recent employer tell us are your weakest areas? Would you agree?
If not, what do you consider your strengths and your weaknesses?
4. What do you consider your biggest accomplishment throughout your career.
5. Would you have a problem serving a six month's probation, or submitting to a physical to
determine that you can perform the essential functions of this job?
6. What is your salary expectation for this position?
7. Why did you apply for the position of Edgewater's City Manager?
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8. What experience do you have concerning economic development in a community of similar '
size?
9. Describe your team-building experience.
10. Briefly describe your understandings of public finance /governmental accounting procedures.
11. What is the historical pattern of the tax rates within the communities you have recently
managed.
12. Based on your management experience and technical skills, what results should the City of
Edgewater expect from you?
13. With respect to privatization or outsourcing, what experience do you have with contracting
municipal services?
14. How would you approach the issue of economic expansion (diversity) for an area like
Edgewater that is primarily residential?
15. If you are offered this position, how soon could you start?
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RECEIVED
November 20, 1997
HUMAN RESOURCES
Personnel Administrator
104 N. Riverside Drive
Edgewater, FL 32132
Dear Sir or Madam:
In response to the recent announcement in the International City Management Association
Newsletter, I would like to submit my resume for the position of City Manager for the City of
Edgewater, Florida.
My extensive experience in Michigan municipal government gives me a working knowledge of the
many challenges facing local government today. The professional skills I have developed while
performing a wide range of top -level management responsibilities would be well applied in the City
of Edgewater.
The record I wish to present to you is one of hard work, innovation and success. My management
style is characterized by fiscal conservatism and an emphasis on the provision of high quality basic
Nome municipal services. My leadership skills are based on a long term working knowledge of all phases
of municipal operations including advanced expertise in the areas of public finance and
economic /community development. I am a strong advocate of team management and
communication systems which foster an effective partnership between council and administration.
The working relationship I have developed with employees, elected officials and other community
leaders have been cordial and productive. My practice is to provide a professional response to all
matters brought to my attention. My personal ethics are simple, honest and straightforward.
I desire the opportunity to apply my skills and talents in a progressive, full- service community
which places a high premium on the quality of life afforded to its residents.
y yours,
Bernard A. Van Osdal-
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BERNARD VAN OSDALE
536 Gettysburg
Niles, Michigan 49120
Res: 616- 684 -8467
AREAS OF STRENGTH:
0 Public Administration ❑ Public Relations 0 HR Management
Research & Strategic Planning Community Education Training & Staff Development
Economic Development Community Program Development Labor Relations
Budgeting
OCCUPATIONAL
OBJECTIVE: A management position within a municipal organization that will fully utilize and benefit
from my previous experience and education, while providing additional responsibility and
challenge.
EXPERIENCE:
,,., 1986 - May 1997 CITY ADMINISTRATOR
City of Niles - Berrien County, Michigan
Niles has a population of 13,000. The city is a central hub that provides services to
surrounding townships, therefore bringing the service area to 45,000 (pop). Niles is a full
service municipality. In addition to its police, fire and street departments, the City also
manages its own water, sewer and electrical utilities, hydroelectric plant, golf course,
airport, museum, industrial park, 140 employees and a $20 million total budget.
Responsibilities
Manage and supervise all city departments, agencies and offices to achieve goals within
available resources; plan and organize workloads and staff assignments; train, motivate
and evaluate staff. • Promote area economic development. • Develop short and long
range plans; gather, interpret, and prepare data for studies, reports and recommendations
(and decision - making); coordinate department activities with other departments and
agencies as needed. • Make presentations to councils, board commissions, civic groups
and the general public. • Assure operations perform within budget; perform cost control
activities; monitor revenues and expenditure to assure sound fiscal control; prepare annual
budget requests; and assure effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel,
materials facilities and time. • Determine work procedures, prepare work schedules, and
expedite workflow, study and standardize procedures to improve efficiency and
effectiveness of operations.
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BERNARD VAN OSDALE - Page 2
Accomplishment Highlights:
l = Restructured police, fire, utility building and finance departments
Have effectively used team building skills to bring the city council, city staff and
members of the community together which has resulted in the delivery of high quality
services to the citizens of the community._
Have promoted and been actively involved in downtown renovation projects
(commercial and residential), community development corporation projects, industrial
development and redevelopment projects, industrial incubator development, area wide
strategic planning projects that include providing and extending emergency medical
services, water, sewer, and electric services to surrounding townships.
Negotiates and administers five labor contracts that cover the majority of employees.
Contracts and grievance have been settled with a minimum of problems.
Developed a multi -level multiple council, employee and citizen communication system
to enhance the understanding and effectiveness of the governmental operations: e.g.,
committee of the whole meetings with the council on non - session dates to discuss
specific items in greater depth, community newsletters (quarterly), council sessions
scheduled in non - traditional locations throughout the city four times a year, quarterly
council/staff meetings, and the development of an all city department safety
committee, including both union and non -union employees, which serves to enhance
the understanding and delivery of services to the public.
Have effectively worked with the many challenges presented in operating a reliable
municipally owned power company.
Successfully worked with four national corporations headquartered in Niles that have
experienced significant economic reversal of the past years to save jobs and expand
their facilities in the Niles area.
Have effectively worked with the Economic Development Corporation to expand new
industrial development in the area. In addition to developing a city owned industrial
park, have also worked to provide utilities to a new industrial park located in a nearby
township.
1978 - 85 CITY MANAGER
City of Flushing - Genesee County, Michigan
Chief administrative officer responsible for the general administration of the city, i.e.,
financial management, personnel functions, budget preparations, labor relations and
negotiations, and federal grant administration. Managed and supervised all city
departments including police, fire, and public works. Major accomplishments included
downtown revitalization projects, storefront improvement, riverfront park development,
major street and infrastructure projects.
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1974 - 78 ASSISTANT TO THE MAYOR
'ter City of Wixom - Oakland County, Michigan
Served as chief administrative officer in a Mayor /Council form of government. General
administrative/management responsibility for municipality. Major accomplishments
included the construction of a new City Hall, two fire stations, park land development,
new housing construction, downtown revitalization, and developed the administrative
framework for the eventual establishment of a Council/Manager form of government.
EDUCATION:
1968 B. A., Political Science: Indiana University - Bloomington, Indiana
Quantitative program of study designed to provide the individual with the necessary
analytical tools needed for his personal achievement. Minored in history and languages.
Deans List last two years. Active in student government.
1974 Masters Degree, Public Administration, School of Public and Environmental Affairs,
Indiana University - Bloomington, Indiana.
Program designed to provide familiarity with the political and administrative organization
of the typical American municipality. Courses in statistics, economics, municipal finance,
urban planning, budgeting, public administration, and environmental issues. Participated
in graduate school sponsored internship program in municipal government.
Have attended various workshops and conferences related to governmental and general
management.
PROFESSIONAL
ASSOCIATIONS:
International City Management Association
American Society for Public Administration
Municipal Finance Officers Association
Michigan City Managers Association
COMMUNITY
AFFAIRS: Niles Chamber of Commerce - Board Member
Niles Rotary Club
CURRENT SALARY: $60,000 plus 10% deferred compensation and car allowance
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
FOR
BERNARD VAN OSDALE
Larry Clymer
Former Niles City Mayor
Current Berrien County Commissioner
(616) 683-1576 W
(616) 683- 5657 H
Robert Knoll
Former Niles City Council Member
(616) 683-0174
Michael Bogren
Attorney, Plunkett & Cooney, P.C.
Rep. City of Niles in MML legal defense cases
(616) 226 -8822 W
New
Georgia Boggs
Niles City Councilwoman
(616) 684 -1525 W
(616) 683 -3873 H
Ruth I Iarte
Niles City Clerk
(616) 683 -4700 W
Jan Griffey
Editor, Niles Daily Star
(616) 683 -2100
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THE, CITY OF EDGEWATER
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November 24, 1997
Mr. Bemard A. Van Osdale
536 Gettysburg
Niles, Michigan 49120
Dear Mr. Vans Osdale:
Thank you for your interest in the position of City Manager. This office will forward your resume
to our committee, the Mayor and Council.
Our closing date has been set for December 5, 1997. We anticipate that the process will take at
least thirty days to decide the top candidates. We ask for your patience. We will be contacting
you and advise you of your status at that time.
Sincerely,
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Deborah Sigler
Personnel Administrator
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