HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-30-22 - CAB Applications - CAB Application Will ShepardFrom:City of Bozeman, MT
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Subject:*NEW SUBMISSION* Citizen Advisory Board Application
Date:Wednesday, November 30, 2022 10:12:29 AM
Citizen Advisory Board Application
Submission #:2108996
IP Address:69.145.61.64
Submission Date:11/30/2022 10:12
Survey Time:9 minutes, 33 seconds
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Applicant Information
Full Name
Will Shepard
Residential Address
209 South 9th Ave
Unit C
Bozeman, MT 59715
Primary Phone
8023593886
Additional Phone
Current Occupation
Independent Contractor – Fly Fishing Guide; Student
Employer
Wild Trout Outfitters – JD Bingman
Email
will.mc.shepard@gmail.com
Which position are you applying for?
Downtown Urban Renewal Board
Do you live in City Limits? (Some positions do require you live within Bozeman city limits, while others do not.)
Yes
How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area?
1-5 years
Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?
No
Where, how long, and what Board?
Please describe your professional and personal experiences, interest, and qualifications that make you a good fit
for this board.
I have experience in journalism, marketing, real estate, and as an independent contractor. As a young adult, I am
deeply passionate about helping our city and businesses grow equitably. I want to see the network of businesses
here be our leaders, inspiring the community to be vibrant, fair, and sustainable. My political science degree is a
versatile critical analysis tool that allows for a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between business,
community, and politics.
The City of Bozeman strongly values diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Describe any efforts you have engaged
in to expand your understanding of DEI.
One of my role models in life is a gay man who has truly shaped my understanding of what being a good person
means – fair, respectful, and honest. Highlighting differences in positive ways is incredibly important and
demonstrates to the community that everyone is celebrated for who they are. I have learned that DEI should be in
every aspect of life, no place is less important than any other. In this regard, Bozeman’s goals and plans need more
actionable steps. Bozeman should be a DEI leader.
References
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Reference #1 Full Name
Jerry Johnson
Phone
4065393495
Email
jdj@montana.edu
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Reference #2 Full Name
Paul Lachapelle
Phone
4065997750
Email
paul.lachapelle@montana.edu
The Bozeman City Charter, voted in by the citizens of Bozeman in 2008, requires annual ethics training. If
appointed, do you understand you will be expected to take online and in person ethics training?
No
How did you hear about this board or vacancy?
Brit Fontenot – after meeting with Brit, he encouraged me to apply so that I might transform my ideas into
actionable plans to help improve Bozeman.
Is there any other information that you feel we need to know?
I am energetic and driven. I read city commission documents, business development plans, and tax returns in my
free time. Retaining, supporting, and creating businesses here must continually hold the values of everyone in the
community paramount. Business growth must be interwoven with sustainable practices for the GYE so that our
cultural and economic values are not lost. The preservation of all values allows for healthy growth. I love the Gallatin
Valley and hope to make a positive impact.
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Thank you,
City Of Bozeman
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