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20120103 Late Correspondence1)v-, .1'\. The Appreciative Inquiry 4-D Model allows for in-depth Discovery and the co-creation of a team's future by examining the best of what the team has to offer.In the Discovery Phase we will assess the collaboration and conflict management skills and strengths of council members in the terms of the deployment inventory.45 minutes 1.What are the qualities in your existing team that most foster enthusiasm,information sharing,and collaboration toward common goals? 2.How does the Council effectively management and resolve conflict? In the Dre~1t1 Phase,I will facilitate a dialogue around the unique characteristics ofRPV, council members'vision of the city in ten years,along with the identification and prioritization of Council goals both short-term (1-2 years)and long-term goals that may contribute to the realization of the ten year vision.60trtlinutes 1.WHat tangible characteristics make the city of Rancho Palos Verdes unique? 2.What trends and changes are you seeing that excite you and give you a sense of confidence in the possibilities for the city's future?Given these trends,imagine the City of Rancho Palos Verdes ten years from today?What do you see? a.What industries do you serve? b.How do you do your work? c.How many employees do you have? d.Who are your key stakeholders?What are their wants? 3.What are the short-term (1-2 years)and long-term (2-4 years)goals ofthe Council? a.How would you prioritize these goals? The third phase ofthe 4-D Model will include the Design and construction of the overall RPV vision,along with a look at the threats that might hinder the building of the future,and opportunities the council can utilize to advance the vision.60ntinutes 4.What do you believe are RPV's strategic advantages/opportunities that will most likely create/expand services and programs for RPV? 5.Consider the collective impact of all the strategic advantages such as financial performance,position in the community,technology,future potential.What has been the most significant positive outcome of your use of these and other advantages? 6.Are there any potential threats that will prevent the implementation of services and programs? The final phase (J)estiny)incorporates the previous work through a discussion of how to sustain the momentum to achieve the ten year vision and agreement on the work that must happen in Session II.15 minutes 7.If you were granted three wishes to heighten vitality and effectiveness of the Council, what would these three wishes be?What do you wish for the organization and the people involved? RECEIVED FROM HI AND MADE A PART OF THE RECORD AT THE COUNCIL MEETING OF<JelJ1.~,~{)/a OFFiCE OF THE CITY CLERK CARLA MORREALE,CITY CLERK The Constructionist Principle ··Cornrnunicarnus ergo sum'''' The Simultaneity Principle 'Design VVh..t should .....tho .d......? eo-eonstrueting The Anticipatory Principle 'Diseovery 'IN'hat Gives LiEe (Tho bost of _hat is) The Positive~Appreeiating Principle/--..:;;....:::..----.....;:::;;., 'Destiny HO¥l to ernpo-w'Gr.learn and .dJustli....prov......? .sustaining To Be Knovvn in Relationship To Be Heard To Dream in Community ¥ Freedc ID.S Released To Choose To Contribute Figure 1.The Liberation of Povver Leads to Positive Change.Appreciative Inquiry vvorks because it unleashes all of the six freedoms over the course of just one 4-0 cycle.It creates a surge of povver and energy that,once liberated,vvon't be re-contained.It is through the liberation of this povver that Appreciative Inquiry creates a self-perpetuating momentum for positive change -a positive revolution.Modified from:Cooperrider and VVhitney,2005,p.60 S State Board of Equalization May 2010 Do You Need a California Seller's Permit? When you have a garage sale and sell used items,you are generally not required to hold a seller's permit unless you have more than two garage sales in a 12-month period or are required to hold a seller's permit for being engaged in the business of selling merchandise,goods or items (tangible personal property).Please see Regulation 1595,Occasional Sales-Sale of A Business-Business Reorganization. JOHN CHIANG State Controiler BOARD MEMBERS (Names updated 2011)--?-......=--=~=01 BErn T.VEE SEN.GEORGE RUNNER (RET.)MICHELLE STEEL JEROME E.HORTON First District Second District Third District Fourth District San Francisco Lancaster Rolling Hiils Estates Los Angeles l.:5~!u",!s.!..!::lW:"~Hfi ~fl.. Making sales of merchandise,goods or other items in California without first getting a seller's permit violates the law and subjects you to fines and penalties.California law requires a seller's permit be held for warehouse locations when:the retailer has one or more sales offices in this state,the ~ale is negotkiatefd oudt of stalte,andhthe or~~r is filled from ~hedretalilelrd's .Ja m-state stoc 0 goo s at he ware ouse.J.ou are not reqUIre to 1.0 a u~ seller's permit if all your sales are made exclusively in interstate or foreign \.) commerce,and you make no sales in this state.However,your business may ~ meet the requirements of a "qualified purchaser"and you may be required to to register for a use tax account as discussed in the next section,'-""l':'I-'l~-"'1...'1=", Required registration to report use tax '<~ o California law requires a "qualified purchaser"to register with the BOE a ~~ annually report and pay use tax directly to the BOE through our eFiling @ cr;system.A "qualified purchaser"includes businesses with at least $100,000 ~0 W annual gross receipts from business operations.Gross receipts are the total I-w..s of all receipts from both in-state and out-of-state business operations.For ~g1=~ additional information,see publication 126,Mandatory Use Tax Registration':::l:~~~~ for Service Enterprises,available from our website.cr;~ill ~~ LI.:::l:U-...sOWL1.cr;w~::!o<~:::l:~0wo=>°zo~<o [When you sell or lease merchandise,vehicles,or other tangible personal l property in California,even temporarily,you are generally required to register with our agency,the Board of Equalization (BOE),and to pay sales tax on your taxable sales.When you register,we will issue you a seller's permit.Sometimes people incorrectly refer to a seller's permit as a resale number or resale permit.A seller's permit is a state license that allows you to sell items at the wholesale or retail level and to issue resale certificates to suppliers.Issuing a resale certificate allows you to buy items you will sell in your business operations without paying amounts for tax to your suppliers. Generally,if you make three or more sales in a 12-month period,you are required to hold a seller's permit.This applies even if your sales are made through Internet auction houses,such as eBay and uBid,or websites that offer online classified advertisements (online advertisers)such as Craigslist. For additional information,please see publication 177,Internet Auction Sales and Purchases,available at www.boe.ca.gov or call our Taxpayer Information Section at 800-400-7115. KRISTINE CAZADD Executive Director Taxpayers'Rights Advocate 888-324-2798 Taxpayer Information Section 800-400-7115 TIY:711 BOE website and Board Member contact information: www.boe.ca.gov Publication 197 •LDA For additional information you may download regulations,forms and publications from our website or you may call our Taxpayer Information Section to talk to a Board of Equalization representative. S State Board of Equalization.Publication 107,Do You Need a California Sellers Permit?·May 2010 Websites A retailer with a computer server located in California on which a website resides may not be required to have a seller's permit w1.less the retailer has a proprietary interest in the server and the activities at that location otherwise qualify for a seller's permit.You may need to obtain other licenses,permits,or documents to operate your business (see next page)or you may be required to register for a use tax account with the BOE if you are a "qualified purchaser," as explained above.Please note that a California seller's permit does not grant you any other rights,privileges,or status under local,state,or U.S.law. Obligations of seller's permit holders When you hold a seller's permit,you must file sales and use tax returns and pay any sales or use tax due on your sales and purchases.You must report and pay sales tax on each taxable sale.At the time you make the sale,you may collect from your customer an amount equal to the tax you will owe.As a registered seller,you will need to take the time to learn how to properly apply the sales and use tax law in your business operations.You also must keep adequate records that document your sales and purchases.Our classes publications and online seminars can help you learn to meet your obligations and help ensure that you don't pay more or less tax than you owe. Note:You should not obtain a seller's permit just to take advantage of the opportunity to issue resale certificates to your suppliers.Issuing a resale certificate to avoid paying tax on items you will use rather than sell is against the law and may result in fines and penalties.It is a misdemeanor to issue a resale certificate if at the time of purchase you do not intend to resell the merchandise. You must notify the BOE if you intend to sell or close your business.If you are not making sales, your permit may be canceled.For more information,please see Regulation 1699,Permits,and publication 74,Closing Out Your Seller's Permit. Applying for a seller's permit You may obtain a seller's permit application,BOE-400-SPA,California Seller's Permit Application for IndividualsjPartnershipsjCorporationsjOrganizations (Regular or Temporary),from www.boe.ca.gov or by contacting our Taxpayer Information Section at 800-400-7115.Please be sure to fully com- plete the application,sign it,and mail it to us along with copies of any requested documents. You may also apply in person at any of our field offices.You will need to provide information about your business,including bank account details and estimated income.You must also pro- vide information about yourself and copies of your driver license and social security card (or substitute documents,as explained on the application).If you purchased your business,you'll need to provide the previous owner's name and seller's permit number.To make sure you won't have to pay any tax,interest or penalties owed by the previous owner,you should request in writing,a tax clearance from us 60 days prior to your purchase.There is no charge for a sell- er's permit.However,depending on your type of business and expected taxable sales,we may ask you for a security deposit.If you apply by mail,you'll usually get your permit within 7 to 14 days.If you apply in person,the field office may be able to issue your permit the same day. Temporary permits If you make sales of a temporary nature such as Christmas tree sales or sales of fireworks,you may apply for a temporary seller's permit by completing the BOE-400-SPA.Temporary permits are issued to those whose sales activity will last no longer than 90 days. £1 State Board of Equalization.Publication 107,Do You Need a California Sellers Permit?•September 2009 Additional requirements for your business In addition to registering for a seller's permit,you may need to register for one of the other taxes and fees we administer.Please visit our website www.boe.ca.gov or contact our Taxpayer Information Section for additional information.The state and federal governments have additional requirements for businesses.You must file income tax returns with the California Franchise Tax Board and the U.S.Internal Revenue Service (IRS).Certain businesses are required to obtain permits from the California Department of Consumer Affairs and state and local environmental agencies.If you have employees,you are required to register as an employer with the California Employment Development Department and the IRS and to pay payroll withholding taxes.You will probably need to obtain a business license or other permits from the county or city where you operate.California's Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA)offers extensive local,state,and federal business permit information at a special site on the Internet:wwu.l.Calgold.ca.gov.Chambers of commerce,economic development organizatio'ns,and other business organizations are other good sources of information.Often the business licensing department of a city or county can assist you,too.Some counties and cities publish special guides for small businesses,available free or at a low cost. For more information For more information regarding seller's permits,please see publication 73,Your California Seller's Permit.BOE regulations and publications are available at www.boe.ca.gov or by contacting our Taxpayer Information Section.For a complete list of other BOE-administered taxes and fees, please see publication 51,Board of Equalization Resource Guide to Free Tax Products and Services. Forms BOE-400-SPA,California Seller's Permit Application for Individuals/Partnerships/Corporations/ Organizations (Regular or Temporary) BOE-404-A,Use Tax Registration Regulations 1595 Occasional Sales-Sale of A Business-Business Reorganization 1699 Permits Publications .51 Board of Equalization Resource Guide to Free Tax Products and Services 73 Your California Seller's Permit 74 Closing Out Your Seller's Permit 126 Mandatory Use Tax Registration for Service Enterprises 177 Internet Auction Sales and Purchases Note:This publication summarizes the law and applicable regulations in effect when the publication was written. as noted on the cover:However,changes in the law or in regulations may have occurred since that time.If there is a conflict between the text in this publication and the law,decisions will be based on the law and not on this publication.