HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 11 - Golf Mid Year AppointmentMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 19, 2024
SUBJECT: APPROVE A MID -YEAR APPOINTMENT TO THE GOLF COURSE
ADVISORY BOARD
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider a mid -year appointment to the Golf Course
Advisory Board to fill a vacant position.
FUNDING SOURCE:
BACKGROUND: Golf Course Advisory Board Member, Gary Kemp, resigned from the
Board earlier this month. Mr. Kemp served on the Building Board of
Appeals from 2022-2024 and was appointed to the Golf Course Advisory
Board this summer. His term was scheduled to expire in 2026.
Ryan Gradke has submitted an application for appointment to this vacant
position.
Council Member Paul Slechta and Golf Course Director Robert Singletary
have spoken to Mr. Gradke and recommend his appointment.
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CITY OF GRAPEVINE
BOARD AND COMMISSION APPLICATION
BOARD OR COMMISSION: Golf Course Advisory Board
Use a separate application for each appointment desired.
Name: Ms. Mrs. Mr. Dr. Mr. Ryan Gradke
Address:807 E Texas St, Grapevine, TX 76051
Cell phone: 817-308-5723 Work phone: 817-308-5723
Employer: Fragomen
Occupation- Director of Artificial Intelligence
Grapevine Resident 24 Years Tarrant Co. Voter Registration No.1047878436
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Why are you interested in being appointed to this board/commission?
The community at Grapevine Golf Course has been so good to me over the past few years as I
reengaged in playing golf. Golf is a lifetime activity that my grandfather taught me to play. I want
to help be a part of continuing the excellence of the community that GGC creates.
List any City service and experience, civic organizations, as well as professional activities.
Colleyville Lacrosse, multiple positions from Board Member, President and Coach. (2010-2017)
Grapevine Lacrosse, a founder, Board Member, President and HS Head Coach (2019-2024)
What is your educational and occupational experience?
Abilene Christian University, BBA, 1990-1994
Southern Methodist University, MBA, 2000-2002
Occupationally I have always been involved in technology. I have worked at my current employer
for over 20 years.
What other knowledge, experience, or education do you have that is applicable to the
board/commission function?
First, I have a love for the game of golf and have since I was 8 years old. I played competitively
through high school. I have helped run youth sports organizations for 15+ years. I have a wide
range of technology experience. Each of these can help bring perspective to the board.
What do you believe will be your most significant contribution to the board/commission?
My dedication to keeping Grapevine Golf Course as one of the best golf courses in the state of
Texas. My ties to this community along with my corporate experience will provide perspectives
and advice that will benefit this advisory board.
What else would you like to tell us about yourself?
I have lived in Grapevine for 24 years and I am invested in this city and the people of the city
am a long time supporter of youth and high school sports in the district.
List the name and phone number of one Grapevine resident, City staff, City Council, or current
Committee member who may be contacted on your behalf.
Mark Assaad, 817-999-5376
Number of Board/Commission meetings attended in past 12 months
Number of City Council meetings attended in past 12 months 3
Have you ever entered a guilty plea or no contest or been convicted of a crime in a civilian or
military court or received a deferred adjudication (not including traffic violations)? No
If yes to the above question, what offense(s) and counties/states/dates? If this is not applicable,
type "NA". (A criminal record will not necessarily disqualify you from appointment).
I understand that by signing this application my attendance will be required at all
committee meetings.
Signature-
Date- 11 /5/2024
*** In order to allow greater participation in the City government, board appointments are limited
to one member per household. Spouses will not be appointed to serve on boards, either the
same board or a different board.
Please return completed application to the City Secretary's Office:
By mail: PO Box 95104, Grapevine TX 76099
By fax: 817-410-3004 1 By email: tbrooks@grapevinetexas.gov