John R. Harrington, esq.

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2 John R. Harrington, esq. j harrington.esq@gmail.com Summary Strong leader with over 15 years experience managing and coordinating complex development and construction projects. Successfully represented many clients in business transactions and settlement of claims. Compelling Advocate for clients in administrative hearings in front of public agencies. Thorough knowledge of land use and development regulations. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively Areas of Expertise Public Works Construction ProgramProject Planning and Management Code and Contract Analysis Boardroom-level Presentations Land Acquisition and Development Financial Feasibility Studies Contract Negotiation Claims and Dispute Resolution Planning and Design Review of Construction Projects Interpersonal and Agency Communications Real Estate Market Analysis Regulatory analysis including ADA, DSA, CEQA and AQMD conlpliance Risk Management Budget Preparation and Analysis Experience Law Offices of John R. Harrington 2000-Present Representing Contractors and Developers in all aspects of real estate acquisition, land development and public works construction. Consulting, negotiating and resolving construction disputes. Project management consulting. Developing program policies and procedures. Successful legal practice consulting in all aspects of Real Estate and Construction. 0 Consulted for numerous contractors in major public works construction issues. 0 Guided developers in land acquisition and entitlement processes. 0 Represented clients at Administrative Hearings. Resolved multi-millions of dollars in disputes successfully. 0 Developed and implemented Program and Project policies and procedures. Consulted in the hiring and contracting of design professionals. Education -Student Bar Association - Vice President Student Bar Association - Activities Chair Cal State University Northridge, B.A. Speech Communications,., Licensing California DRE Broker's License # CSLB General Contractor "B" License # Professional Associations American Bar Association Los Angeles County Bar Association Engineering Contractors Association Small Business Action Committee National Association of Realtors 2004-Present 2004-Present - --"-

3 CITY OF EL MONTE ClTY MANAGER'S OFFICE Rene Bobadilla, P.E. City Manager Jesus M. Gornez Assistant City Manager April 20, Suzanne Handler Council Executive Secretary LACMTA One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA Dear Ms. Handler: RE: EL MONTE'S NOMINATION FOR METRO SAN GABRIEL VALLEY SERVICE COUNCIL At their regularly scheduled Council meeting of April 17, 2012, the El Monte City Council u~animously approved to nominate~a~or Pro Tem Juventino "J" b z to serve on the Metro San Gabriel Valley services Council to represent tee cities of El Monte, Temple City and Arcadia. Your favorable consideration would be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, ClTY OF EL MONTE -/3-t-- REN~ BOBADILLA City Manager VALLEY BOULEVARD, EL MONTE, CALIFORNIA / (626) FAX (626) CitvManazer@ci.el-monte.ca.us WEBSlTE:

4 BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION Personal: Born in Los Angeles, California United States Army - Disabled American Veteran Career Service: Senior Deputy, to present- Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich Began County career June 1972 with the County Department of Human Resources, for 26 years. Public Service/Communitv Activities: Mayor Pro Tem, City of El Monte PresidentIFounder - Cypress Park Chamber of Commerce PresidentIFounder - CLEVER PresidentlFounder - Cypress Park Cinco de Mayo Parade PresidentIFounder - Hispanic Festivity Committee, LACIUSC Medical Center President - St. Alphonsus Parent Club Cypress Park Advisory Board Member American Red Cross - Hispanic Outreach Committee Boy Scouts of America - Hispanic Outreach Committee Boy Scouts of America - Asian Outreach Committee East Los Angeles Jaycees - External Vice-President San Dimas Coordinating Council Board Member, San Dimas Rodeo Committee

5 Board Member, Foothill Unity Center Temple Sheriff's Gang Task Force Advisory Los Angeles County Probation Cadet Advisor Board Member, East Los Angeles Red Cross Charter United Way Coordinator - LAC/USC Medical Center Brotherhood Crusade Coordinator - LAC/USC Medical Center. State Delegate - Mexican Rodeo National Delegate - Mexican Rodeo Board of Directors - Youth Development Center Coalition - Say No To Drugs Board Member - United Neighborhood Organization Mt. San Antonio College Community Advisory American Cancer Society Advisory Council Honorary Chairman - Relay for Life - Cancer Chairman - City of El Monte - First Annual Family Health Fair Chairman - Public Access Chairman - City of El Monte Home Ownership Fair Board of Directors - Independent Cities Association Board Member

6 Awards and Commendations: Rio Vista Elementary School's First Annual Environmental Awareness and Career Day Award SGI-USA Justice Award El Monte Patriotic Commission, Veterans, Homeless Commission Specialist IV US Army, Courageous Military Services City of Monterey Park, Michael Eng, Council Member Honoree Review Probation Office Certificate of Recognition - "Cinco De Mayo" Celebration Senate Certificate of Recognition, Dr. Gloria Romero, 24th District Distinguished Citizen Award Rio Hondo Community College, Andre Quintero Certificate of Congratulations. City of El Monte, Judy Chu, 49th Assembly District Outstanding Elected Official - Annual Latino Heritage. California State Assembly, Judy Chu, 49th District Public Official Award Recipient Ramona Care Center Certificate of Appreciation County of Los Angeles Fire Department Certificate of Recognition American Cancer Society Certificate of Appreciation Secretary of State, Kevin Shelly Distinguished Citizen Award Senate Certificate of Recognition, Dr. Gloria Romero, 24th District Distinguished Citizen Award California State Legislature, Judy Chu, 49th Assembly District Distinguished Citizen Award

7 County of Los Angeles, Michael D. Antonovich, Supervisor Distinguished Citizen Award United States Senate, Diane Feinstein, US Senate Distinguished Citizen Award Visions of Inspiration Inspiration Award Congress of the United States, David Dreier Distinguished Citizen Award Congress of the United States, Hilda L. Solis Distinguished Citizen Award Long Beach City Prosecutor, Thomas M. Reeves Certificate of Commendation United States Armed Services Veterans Certificate of Appreciation California-Nevada Lions Student Speakers Program Certificate of Appreciation Visions of Recovery Inspirational Award Glendora Community Coordinating Council-2002 Certificate of Recognition, 2002 Installing Officer American Legion, Department of California, Post Award, Service to Veterans California State Assembly, Honorable Dennis Mountjoy, Assemblyman, 59th District Certificate of Recognition, Contribution to the Enrichment of Youth City of El Monte Plaque, "Appreciation of your patriotism in the opening ceremony for the Vietnam Veterans Traveling Wall - 'The Wall that Heals'." County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, Temple Station Award, "Exemplary Service to Youth Appreciation Day."

8 Mexican American Correctional Association-2001 Plaque, 'Thank you for your hard work and outstanding commitment to the Mexican American Correctional Association and the community." Widowed Divorced Separated Children Family Counseling Center, Inc-2001 Angel's Award, Contribution to Hallmark Enrichment Learning Program Aragon School Certificate of Appreciation, Career Day Asian Pacific Probation Association Certificate of Recognition, 'Appreciation for your continuous support." Los Angeles County Probation Department, Office of Community Relations-2000 Certificate of Appreciation Certificate of Appreciation, Loyola Law School Lawyers Program Los Angeles County Probation Department/West Los Angeles College Certificate of Appreciation, Probation Training Academy Rosemead Lions Club Certificate of Appreciation, "In appreciation of the invaluable services and cooperation extended." Widowed Divorced Separated Children Family Counseling Center, Inc Award, Hallmark Enrichment Learning Program City of Baldwin Park Award of Merit, "In recognition of your efforts in organizing the Cypress Park Cinco de Mayo Celebration and Parade." Los Angeles County Probation Department Certificate of Appreciation, Cadet Program Los Angeles County Probation Department Certificate of Recognition, Support of Camp Joseph Paige and Fire Suppression Camp 17 Veterans of Foreign Wars Award, Service and Commitment to Veterans

9 Widowed Divorced Separated Children Family Counseling Center, Inc Plaque, Hallmark Enrichment Learning Program Options Enrichment Program Certificate of Appreciation Monrovia - Arcadia-Duarte Town Council Certificate of Appreciation Montebello Unified School Certificate of Appreciation, Summer Youth Employment and Training Program Senior Citizens Recreation Association Certificate of Appreciation, "In recognition of your significant contribution to improve the quality of life for Senior Citizens." United States Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service Certificate of Recognition, Employee Recognition Day Widowed Divorced Separated Children Family Counseling Center, Inc Award, Hallmark Enrichment Learning Program Cypress Park, Elysian Valley and Glassell Park Chamber of Commerce Plaque, "In recognition for his great efforts in our First Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade.". ELAYAF-1991 Plaque, 'Grateful appreciation for your dedication and contribution on behalf of youth of the Ramona Gardens Community." St. Alphonsus Plaque, Vice President-Executive Board, The National Minority Military Museum Foundation Award for significant contributions United Way Silver Award, "For outstanding contributions during the Charitable Giving Campaign." County of Los Angeles Department of Health Services Award, 'For your stellar performance during the 1986 Charitable Giving Campaign."

10 w Los Angeles County - University of Southern California Medical Center Certificate of Recognition, 1986 Charitable Giving Campaign to the Brotherhood Crusade and United Way The Brotherhood Crusade Outstanding Leadership Award, Charitable fundraising. City of Los Angeles, Honorable Robert Farrell, Councilman, 8th Council District Certificate of Appreciation for meritorious service Distrito Escolar De Los Angeles, Escuela Avenida Florence-1980 Award, Supporting youth education w East Los Angeles Jaycees-1980 Plaque, External Vice President, Sixteenth of September Committee, co-sponsored by East Los Angeles College, East Los Angeles Jaycees and County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation Certificate of Appreciation, "Dia de la Familia", "Outstanding contributions to the success of the Mexican Independence Day Celebration, September I1 & 12, 1976 in East Los Angeles." Lions International Certificate of Appreciation w w City of Los Angeles Councilman Ed Reyes Certificate of Appreciation El Monte Republican Club San Gabriel Valley Boy Scouts of America "Citizen of the Year" City of El Monte - Mayor Pro Tern,