Marlene Breene (Candidate)

In 1985, my husband Patrick and I moved into our marlene-breene Lunada Bay‘dream fixer’, with two young preschoolers in tow. It was the ugliest house on the block. Today we live in the same (remodeled) house, and we have the honored title of ‘the older couple on the block’. Our three daughters all graduated from PV schools, while my husband worked for Toyota, and I continued growing my design studio. My background:

As a successful business owner and Lunada Bay resident for over 30 years, I know what it
takes to do good work in our community.

My degree in Environmental Design from Parson’s School of Design has prepared me for an
interdisciplinary working style, with studies in urban planning, architecture, structures,
landscape, interiors, and lighting.

Special studies on the Olmsted firm, both at Parsons and through symposia by the National
Association of Olmsted Parks, provide deeper insight into the history of our community, and
inspiration for the future.

Extensive volunteer efforts as a board member for the Lunada Bay Homeowners Association, Committee Chairperson for PTA, and docent activities for the Palos Verdes Art Center and the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, connect to community concerns on a day to day level

My excellent working relationship with the Art Jury, staff, and the City of PVE, displays knowledge and skill in navigating city process, seeking the best possible outcome for residents while preserving our high standards.

Our city, Palos Verdes Estates, is considered the jewel among Olmsted’s many projects. I am honored to be a resident, business owner and designer, contributing to our city legacy.

Marlene Breene – Candidate Statement:

“I’m inspired by the Olmsted vision for our community. We have an abundance of
riches, from ocean views to beautiful architecture, and protected open space. A
profound sense of community is nurtured by our surroundings and protected by our
CC&R’s.

Current PVHA legal actions have put the foundation of our community at risk. Parkland
becomes a commodity to be sold, and we lose the greater right for the oversight of
development granted by our CC&R’s.

As a PVHA board member, I’ll preserve the intention of our CC&R’s, conduct business
to a right and honorable standard, and protect our community values.”

Marlene Breene – Candidate Statement:

“I’m inspired by the Olmsted vision for our community. We have an abundance of riches, from ocean views to beautiful architecture, and protected open space. A profound sense of community is nurtured by our surroundings and protected by our CC&R’s.

Current PVHA legal actions have put the foundation of our community at risk. Parkland becomes a commodity to be sold, and we lose the greater right for the oversight of development granted by our CC&R’s.

As a PVHA board member, I’ll preserve the intention of our CC&R’s, conduct business to a right and honorable standard, and protect our community values.”

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“I’m inspired by the Olmsted vision for our community. We have an abundance of
riches, from ocean views to beautiful architecture, and protected open space. A
profound sense of community is nurtured by our surroundings and protected by our
CC&R’s.

Current PVHA legal actions have put the foundation of our community at risk. Parkland
becomes a commodity to be sold, and we lose the greater right for the oversight of
development granted by our CC&R’s.

As a PVHA board member, I’ll preserve the intention of our CC&R’s, conduct business
to a right and honorable standard, and protect our community values.”