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Home My WebLink AboutReg 2013-09-03 Item 2A - Appointment - Human Services Advisory BoardCOUNCIL AGENDA SYNOPSIS Initials Meefins Date Prepared ly Mayor's review Council review 09/03/13 CT d'/A4 9t1 ITEM INFORMATION ITEM No. 2.A. STAFF SPONSOR: MAYOR HAGGERTON ORIGINAL AGENDA DATE: 9/3/13 AGIND:\ ITEM TITLE Appointment to Human Services Advisory Board. CATiGoRy Discussion Alis Dale Motion Date 09/03/13 1 Resolution AltgDate I 1 Ore// name Mtg Date — Bid Award AN Date Public Hearin; ilItgDate I I Other Ally Date Mtg SPONSOR Council Mayor HR — DD I Finance Fire IT 1 I P&R Po/tee PW SP ONsole s Appointment of Christopher Lowrance to the Human Services Advisory Board. His term will SUMMARY expire on April 30, 2016. REVIEWED BY I I COW Mtg. 1 I CA&P Cmte 7 F&S Cmte Transportation Cmte _ — Utilities Cmte Arts Comm. I I Parks Comm. Planning Comm. DATE: N/A COMMITTEE CHAIR: N/A RECOMMENDATIONS: SPONSOR/ADMIN. CommiTTEF Confirm Appointment/Reappointments N/A COST IMPACT / FUND SOURCE EXPENDITURE REQUIRED AMOUNT BUDGETED APPROPRIATION REQUIRED $ $ $ Fund Source: Continents: MTG. DATE RECORD OF COUNCIL ACTION 09/03/13 MTG. DATE ATTACHMENTS 09/03/13 Informational Memorandum dated August 12, 2013, with application for appointment 2 City of Tukwila Jim Haggerton, Mayor INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM TO: CITY COUNCIL FROM: Mayor Haggerton DATE: August 12, 2013 SUBJECT: APPOINTMENT TO HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD ISSUE There is a vacant position on the Human Services Advisory Board and I am recommending the appointment of Christopher Lowrance to fill the vacancy. Human Services Advisory Board Position #4: Attached is the application of Christopher Lowrance. I am recommending he be appointed to Position #4 of the Human Services Advisory Board. His term will expire on April 30, 2016. If you have any questions regarding this appointment, please let me know by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. RECOMMENDATION Appoint Christopher Lowrance to the Human Services Advisory Board at the September 3, 2013 Council Meeting. 3 4 City of Tukwila Tukwila City Hall 6200 Southcenter Blvd Tukwila, WA 98188 Phone: (206) 433 -1800 Fax: (206) 433 -1833 Application for Appointment BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS RECEIVED Email: BoardsComms@tukwilawa.gov Website: www.tukwilawa.gov Please complete the ENTIRE application form, Applicants may attach a cover letter and/or a resume totaling no more than three pages. DATE: n? -o9 - NAME: I- o+ �. �` - �} , T o 14C Z. Last First M.I. ADDRESS:L(010 S. tsg Up' ( r(htmZ,/, cM&T. Street City Zip MAILING ADDRESS (if different): HOME PHONE: CELUMOBILE PHONE: 2 V- ` 6 ge EMPLOYER: E -MAIL: try (T L- 6x4.hA.¢'f' 631/h to C.‘inA Please check all that apply to you within the City of Tukwila limits: Resident ❑ Business Owner /Representative ❑ School District Representative ❑ High School Student I wish to be considered for appointment to the following board or commission (check all that apply): COMMISSIONS: ❑ Arts ❑ Civil Service ❑ Equity & Diversity ❑ Parks ❑ Planning BOARDS & COMMITTEES: ❑ Community Police Advisory • Human Services • Library ❑ Sister Cities ❑ Lodging Tax ❑ Pool Advisory (TMPD) ❑ Other /Special Committee: HAVE YOU PREVIOUSLY SERVED ON ONE OF THESE BOARDS OR COMMISSIONS? ❑ Yes Lit, No if 'yes ", please list: AVAILABLE TO ATTEND MEETINGS: ",l Daytime Cif Evenings Please contact me regarding other City of Tukwila volunteer opportunities (check box): FOR CITY USE ONLY: INTERVIEW DATE: APPOINTED: ❑ Yes ❑ No TERM EXPIRES: 5 Professional/Community Activities (organizations, clubs, service groups, etc): i.cA9� QNL)P- f\ he. ne44VV,:V" A ciL,PI%v ". Hobbies /interests: f (f t' &i(. w Re` N fr C A } VGA- ufL`C� f rn Qualifications as related to this position: ccl;: RCS 1) \r: = Lyxtc -L Ek5 4f4A/KS Other comments /additional information for consideration: F (1SC E x PCNA L'KJ ct" % N 41. t}-ttE W R h lN, V It lV t;- ";- er;l rj}~( r A M ,∎ � Pcivtct.� SS N, eta t '/ ∎ [' C.. j j e PL,vq sn tl (?c,) 0,4sr e 1 pu Applicant's Signature 0 49 • 20°1 Date Note: Upon submission, all Information on this form becomes public record. For further clarification regarding this application or more information regarding the boards or commissions, please call the Volunteer Program Office at (206) 768 -2822. City of Tukwila Volunteer Program — Application for Appointment Boards & Commissions Page 2 6 Kit Lowrance, MSW, MSLS 4020 S. 158th St. Unit C Tukwila, WA 98188 Phone (214) 686 -8123 E -mail: kitlowrance @yahoo.com I PROFILE Experienced project manager and grants manager in non - profit and community -based organizations. Established a non - profit from inception (all volunteer) to 12 employees, worked with a broad range of stakeholders to create long -term housing solutions, increased annual Federal investment in local supportive housing programs from $5 million to over $15 million. I am a Master's level Social Worker, and have earned a Master's of Science in Library Science. I KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Grant- making and Monitoring: Experienced grant and contract administration lead for $15 million annual award budget encompassing 51 projects for 28 different agencies, including families, disabled adults, domestic violence populations and homeless youth & young adults. Demonstrated expertise in volunteer grant panel recruitment and training. Strategic Planning / Capacity Building: Able to assess strengths, needs and growth potential on the organizational and individual levels and operationalize action steps to bring about desired results. Demonstrated experience in creating cooperative approaches involving stakeholders from various backgrounds and interest levels. Analyzed quantitative outcome -based research to implement best practices and promising approaches for 10 + years. Research & Reporting: Proficient in the use of relevant web -based published material and several academic databases (Salesforce, THOMAS, Ebsco, Wilson, ERIC, Lexis - Nexis, etc.). Direct management and oversight of grant - related software and reporting tools (HMIS, Salesforce, Excel). Detail- Oriented: I have a keen eye for detail and grammatical consistency. For example, I have created technical manuals for end -users in various roles who had no experience using a database. I also routinely prepare, score and edit written materials for key messaging and accuracy. RELEVANT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Senior Grants Specialist Building Changes August 2012 - May 2013 Managed day -to -day operations of various grant programs including the Washington Families Fund under the direction of the Director of Programs. Coordinated evaluation of applications; prepare funding recommendations to Building Changes Board of Directors. Lead outreach and negotiation of grants and contracts, including developing scopes of work and deliverables, staffing requirements, contract budgets and timelines, reporting, and contract compliance. Prepared quarterly and annual reports for internal and external constituents. Provided materials and staffing as needed to the board and ad -hoc committees. Kit Lowrance, MSW, MSLS 214 - 686 -8123 kitlowrance @yahoo.com 7 Manager of Data & Outcomes YouthCare, Inc. August 2011 — August 2012 Responsible for monitoring, reporting, and evaluating all programs for the agency and ensuring that they meet local, regional and federal goals. Development and implementation of a database to centralize reporting and evaluation functions. Conduct research using the body of data collected to better inform the youth services community about the efficacy of best practices and promising approaches. Project Director Foundation Communities November 2010 — August 2011 Established North Texas office for Foundation Communities. Located and cultivated relationships with 10 community sites for Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. Increased tax returns submitted by 18 %. Responsible for data collection, evaluation and reporting. Director of Housing & Community Services Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance July 2008 — November 2010 Coordinated community -wide affordable supportive housing efforts for Dallas and Collin County, including contracts and sub - contracts with 6 local municipalities. Provided information and technical assistance on behavioral healthcare & housing solutions for disabled homeless adults, youth and families to 80+ member organizations (including local governments, non - profits, businesses, funders, and educational institutions) & individuals. Oversight of all responsibilities associated with completion and contract compliance ($15 million federal resources awarded to 28 agencies encompassing 51 projects) including: • Compile, edit & submit federal application, including charts and narrative • Interpret and simplify complex federal regulations • Regular monitoring, compliance, and technical assistance. • Provide training for applicants • Act as contact and lead for Independent Grant Review Committee • Act as primary contact person for questions on applicant and project documentation. Provided community information and referral. Reviewed City- funded grants (as requested). Supervised Continuum of Care and Management Information System Staff. Continuum of Care Program Director, Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance November 2002 — June 2008 Planned and provided Technical Assistance for development of Supportive Housing Projects. Provided community education & training about issues related to homelessness & poverty. Coordinated and analyzed the Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance Homeless Count & Census. Conducted general administration & finance. Trained and supervised Americorps volunteers. Therapist/Advocate, YWCA Omaha January— June 2002 Provided individual and group therapy using Dialectical Behavior Therapy for victims of domestic violence & sexual assault, taught education classes regarding these issues, provided legal advocacy for women in need of protection orders due to domestic violence. Service Coordinator, Salvation Army- Omaha May— September 2001 Provided short-term case management using the Harm Reduction Model and material assistance referrals to residents of Omaha Housing Authority. Crisis Intervention Worker, Catholic Charities -San Antonio August 1997 — August 1998 Provided short-term case management and financial assistance to low- income families in need; taught budgeting classes; established, operated and maintained food pantry; trained new volunteers. Kit Lowrance, MSW, MSLS 8 214- 686 -8123 kitlowrance@yahoo.com EDUCATION B.S. in Biblical Studies, Grace University 1997 B.S. in Human Development & Family Studies, Grace University 1997 Master of Social Work, University of Nebraska -Omaha 2002 M.S. in Library Science, Clarion University of Pennsylvania 2010 ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP • Grant Reviewer — U.S. Department of Health & Human Services — Federal Youth Services Bureau, 2006 - 2011 • Secretary — Birchbrook II Homeowner's Association — 2007 - 2008 Kit Lowrance, MSW, MSLS 214 - 686 -8123 kitiowrance @yahoo.com 9