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Home My WebLink About09-26-16 CC Mtg - A5. BHPAB Appointments Commission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: Pearl Michalson, Deputy City Clerk Robin Crough, City Clerk SUBJECT: (Re)appointments to the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board MEETING DATE: September 26, 2016 MEETING TYPE: Action RECOMMENDED MOTION 1: I move to re-appoint Merri Ketterer to a professional position, with a term expiring June 30, 2018, on the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board. RECOMMENDED MOTION 2: I move to appoint four new applicants to professional and at-large positions, expiring on June 30, 2018, and one Main Street commercial district position, expiring on June 30, 2017, on the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board. BACKGROUND: There are currently five vacancies (including expired terms) on this board with one re-applicant and five new applicants. The Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board was created under Chapter 2, Article 5, and Division 6 of the Bozeman Municipal Code. This chapter is designed as a measure to establish a local historic preservation program designed to promote the preservation of historic and prehistoric sites, structures, objects, buildings, and historic districts by addressing historic preservation issues at the local level and integrating them into local, state, and federal planning and decision-making processes. The historic preservation program includes identification, evaluation, and protection of historic resources within the city (Ordinance No. 1180, Section 2, 1985). The Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the City Commission, Planning Board, Zoning Commission, and other staff members or boards seeking advice on historic preservation issues (Ordinance No. 1454, Section 2, 1998; Ordinance No. 1180, Section 3, 1985). Members are appointed to staggered two-year terms comprised of up to SEVEN members per Ordinance 1927 via any combination of the following: 371 (1) Three professional members with expertise in the disciplines of history, planning, archeology, architecture, architecture history, historic archeology, or other history preservation-related disciplines, such as cultural geography or cultural anthropology. (2) One member an architect holding Montana or NCARB registration; retired professionals shall be given equal consideration to that of a practicing professional. City residency not required. (3) One member from the Main Street commercial district, who shall operate a business or own property in a Bozeman Historic District, on file at the city planning office. A member may be chosen from a locally or nationally designed district. (4) Four at-large representatives who reside or own property within the City Limits. This board currently has five vacancies with one re-applicant and five new applicants. Re-Applicant: New Applicants: Merri Ketterer Hans Figi Michael Wallner Cassidy Cook Carolyn Sylvester Rebekah Schields Out of the new applicants, Hans Figi has property on file at the city planning office, and qualifies for section three, the Main Street commercial district position. Out of the new applicants, Cassidy Cook and Rebekah Schields have the educational qualifications for section one, the professional position. Out of the new applicants, Michael Wallner, Carolyn Sylvester, Hans Figi, and Rebekah Schields reside or own property within the City Limits and have the qualifications for section four, the at- large position. Attachment: Board Applications 372 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 294 Form inserted: 5/18/2016 2:04:24 PM Form updated: 5/18/2016 2:04:24 PM Name: Merri Last Name: Ketterer Physical Address *: 4032 Diamond St P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59718 Primary Phone *: (406) 223-4048 Additional Phone: (406) 388-4283 Email *: ketmet3@aol.com Your current occupation *: Credit Officer Employer *: Valley Bank of Belgrade How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: (BHPAB) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: 2 years If so, where ?: 2014-2016 BHPAB Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: Master degree in American History Currently on BHPAB Former Livingston Historic Preservation Commissioner Reference 1 *: Crystal Alegria Extreme History & Project Archeaology MSU - 2-128 Willson 373 Hall Bozeman, MT 59717 994- 6925; 579-5991 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Courtney Kramer 301 Main St, Ste 301 Lewiston, Idaho 83501 208-790-1148 Other Info: How did you hear about us?: on the board now 374 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 298 Form inserted: 6/10/2016 11:18:38 AM Form updated: 6/10/2016 11:18:38 AM Name: Hans Last Name: Figi Physical Address *: 812 South 3rd Ave P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 539-7580 Additional Phone: Email *: figihans@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Exec Director Employer *: Montana Outdoor Science School How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: (BHPAB) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: 1 year If so, where ?: Bozeman Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I served on this Board in 2005. I have received two awards from the city for historic preservation (restoration of two homes on the south side). I have restored 5 homes in total and working on restoring an apartment complex near the college. It is not my full-time profession but is my passion.. 375 Reference 1 *: bill muhlenfeld 522-8700 bill@distinctlymontana.com Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Sam Martin (406) 587-8832 sam@heartofmontana.com Other Info: How did you hear about us?: looked on line for way to complain about possible violation (signage removal) and saw the numerous vacancies 376 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 319 Form inserted: 7/11/2016 3:37:13 PM Form updated: 7/11/2016 3:37:13 PM Name: Michael Last Name: Wallner Physical Address *: 3143 Caterpillar Street P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59718 Primary Phone *: (406) 600-6420 Additional Phone: Email *: michael.wallner@montana.edu Your current occupation *: Assistant Director Employer *: Montana State University How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 6-10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: (BHPAB) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: After thoughtful consideration, I wish to submit my application for the position of an at-large historic preservation advisory board member. My strengths and expertise make me an ideal candidate for this position. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to lead and participate in projects in a wide 377 range of capacities. Additionally, my strengths in inter-personal relationships, organizational skills, administrative leadership, combined with a strong work ethic, ensure that I will give my very best to this position. The breadth of my experience and education, combined with my personal character traits, has positioned me well for an at-large historic preservation position. My education has prepared me well for a citizen advisory board position. For the past five years I have been working on a masters and Ph.D. in public policy and administration. I understand how complex government administration and policy systems operate both practically and theoretically. I focused on revamping multiple government organizations by practically improving communication, priorities, compliance, budgeting, and collaboration within a team setting. I have worked with a variety of organizations and committees in various communities, and truly enjoy being an involved citizen in Bozeman. I care about the future of our community, and want to be an involved citizen that helps shape future decisions for the City of Bozeman. Reference 1 *: Brit Fontenot Director, Economic Development, Bozeman, MT 121 N. Rouse Ave. P. O. Box 1230 Bozeman, MT 59771-1230 Cell: 406-579-1302 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Nora Smith PhD-Assistant Dean, College of Agriculture, Montana State University P. O. Box 172860 Bozeman, MT 59717-2860 Work: 406-994-3681 Other Info: I interned for Brit Fontenot in Economic Development, and I truly care about the future of Bozeman. I want to be an involved citizen that helps overcome problems in our growing Bozeman community, and I appreciate all of the commissioners taking the time to review my application. Sincerely, Michael P. Wallner How did you hear about us?: Chris Mehl 378 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 326 Form inserted: 7/26/2016 7:05:22 PM Form updated: 7/26/2016 7:05:22 PM Name: Cassidy Last Name: Cook Physical Address *: 108 Lamplight Dr. P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: MT - Montana Zip Code*: 59718 Primary Phone *: (406) 599-4690 Additional Phone: Email *: cassidycook@lclark.edu Your current occupation *: Prestige Manager Employer *: Ulta Beauty How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: (BHPAB) City Limits *: no Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I have a BA in United States History from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, OR. My research focus and thesis was in women in radical labor movements in early 20th century United States. Lewis & Clark history department academia is rigorous and demanding and requires extensive research. The research 379 and learning the stories and history of the people and places I was studying was one of my favorite things to do. I often found myself closing down the library and having to be asked to leave, simply because I lost track of time because I was so fascinated and intrigued by what I was researching. I have a lifelong interest in historic architecture and places, as each one has a rich history and many stories to tell. Every person, every place, every building has a story, many stories even. Uncovering, telling, and protecting those stories for the future is invaluable to me. I believe my passion for history and my vast and rigorous experience studying and researching it will make me an asset to the team of this advisory board. Reference 1 *: Khalil Johnson Pre-Doctoral Fellow in History Wesleyan University U.S., African-American, & Native American History 706.224.4480 kjohnson04@wesleyan.edu / khalil.johnson2@gmail.com Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Derek Strahn American History Bozeman High School 406.522.6200 derek.strahn@bsd7.org Other Info: How did you hear about us?: BHPAB website 380 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 327 Form inserted: 8/3/2016 12:42:15 PM Form updated: 8/3/2016 12:42:15 PM Name: Carolynn Last Name: Sylvester Physical Address *: 2200 W Dickerson St, Apt 3 P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59718 Primary Phone *: (616) 322-6785 Additional Phone: (406) 994-6967 Email *: carolynn.sylvester@montana.edu Your current occupation *: Assistant Director Employer *: MSU Testing Services How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: (BHPAB) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I have a background in Art Education through my undergraduate institution and 2 years of teaching experience in Philipsburg, Montana. Additionally, I completed two Americorps Terms, one in Michigan and one in Montana. Public Service is important to me, as is being an active and contributing 381 member of my community. Now that I am in Bozeman, I am working at Montana State University in their Testing Services department. I thoroughly enjoy working with the MSU students who use our services, as well as the members of the Bozeman community who come through our office. While I do not have experience in historic preservation, I do have experience with education, outreach, and public service. Additionally, I am working toward a Master's in Public Administration at MSU and hope to continue to expand my own learning through serving on the Historic Preservation Advisory Board. I have been impressed with what Bozeman has done so far to preserve the sense of place that has drawn so many to this community. Though I anticipate additional growth changes to the Gallatin Valley, I am excited and optimistic to be a part of this community. I look forward to beginning my involvement in any capacity that I can be useful, and am grateful for an opportunity to apply. Reference 1 *: Denise Hoepfner 406-994-4542 denise.hoepfner@montana.edu Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Meredith Sauer 406-560-4253 sauerm@pburg.k12.mt.us Other Info: I have committed my Tuesday evenings to closing the test center, but am willing and able to be as flexible as needed to be successful in this position. Thank you for your consideration. How did you hear about us?: Through a colleague 382 AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 268 Form inserted: 1/14/2016 2:00:21 PM Form updated: 1/14/2016 2:00:21 PM Name: Rebekah Last Name: Schields Physical Address *: 1464 Hunters Way P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59718 Primary Phone *: (701) 690-7330 Additional Phone: Email *: bekahschields@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Public Education Coordinator Employer *: Project Archaeology How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: (BHPAB) City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I am a recent graduate of Montana State University with a B.S. in Anthropology and minors in Women’s Studies and History. I have four years of experience working in the field of archaeology, including field surveys, historic and prehistoric excavations, and building surveys. Currently, I work for Project 383 Archaeology, a non-profit educational organization that writes and distributes curriculum about archaeology and importance of preserving our shared heritage. As a volunteer with the Extreme History Project, I work to educate the Bozeman community about the incredible history that happened in this place. I am very interested in helping to preserve and protect Bozeman’s historic places. Reference 1 *: Marsha Fulton 406-224-0731 marsha@extremehistoryproject.org Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Crystal Alegria 406-579-5991 calegria@montana.edu Other Info: Thank You! How did you hear about us?: Through Crystal and Marsha of the Extreme History Project 384