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Clerk of the Board, based upon the recommendation of the El Dorado County Child Abuse Prevention Council, recommending the Board make the following appointments:
1) Reappoint Joel Grgich, Public Child Welfare Services/CWD/Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement, Term Expiration June 30, 2027;
2) Reappoint Patrick Klein, Health & Mental Health Provider, Term Expiration June 30, 2027;
3) Reappoint Kristen Patterson, Heath & Mental Health Provider,Term Expiration June 30, 2027;
4) Reappoint Shirleen Hernandez, Primary Caregiver,Term Expiration June 30, 2027;
5) Reappoint Miracle Luebbers, Parent Representative,Term Expiration June 30, 2027;
6) Reappoint Lisette Suder, Criminal Justice Representative,Term Expiration June 30, 2027; and
7) Reappoint Melissa Mutzig, Law Enforcement,Term Expiration June 30, 2027.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
A Notice of Vacancy was posted on April 23, 2025 and remained open for ten working days to solicit applications for all positions. The Notice stated that while there were eight vacancies, seven were currently filled and current members may reapply, and eligible interested parties were encouraged to submit applications. During the application period, no additional applications were received for the positions currently occupied by existing members. In response, the El Dorado County Child Abuse Prevention Council (Council) convened to review the situation, discuss potential reappointments, and determine the best course of action for maintaining continuity and leadership within the Council. Following a thorough discussion, Council members conducted a formal vote on the reappointment of existing members. After reaching a consensus, the Council proceeded with a recommendation to the Board to move forward with the reappointments. This recommendation reflects the Council's dedication to ensuring strong leadership remains in place while continuing its vital mission of supporting and advocating for abused and neglected children.
Joel Grgich has served on the Council since October 26, 2021. Patrick Klein has been a member since January 1, 2017, while Kristen Patterson joined on February 28, 2017. Shirleen Hernandez and Miracle Luebbers both became members on February 11, 2020. Lisette Suder has been part of the Council since June 8, 2021, and Melissa Mutzig joined on January 4, 2022.
Each member serves a two-year term. There are no term limits.
ALTERNATIVES
The Board could decide not to approve the appointments.
PRIOR BOARD ACTION
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OTHER DEPARTMENT / AGENCY INVOLVEMENT
El Dorado County Office of Education
CAO RECOMMENDATION / COMMENTS
Approve as recommended.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
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CLERK OF THE BOARD FOLLOW UP ACTIONS
Update Committee/Commission database.
STRATEGIC PLAN COMPONENT
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CONTACT
Kim Dawson, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors