HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-31-23 - CAB Applications - Richard KerinWELCOME
Thank you for your interest in joining a Citizen Advisory Board. The City of Bozeman elected officials and staff believe in the value of public participation and local
governance in the decision-making process and encourage all interested members of our community to apply. As set forth in Resolution 5323, the City is committed to
building Advisory Boards that advance the City’s goals of increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Because of this goal, the City is actively working to achieve membership
that reflects, at the least, the demographics of our community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups are
encouraged to apply.
CONTACT INFORMATION
The City will need to communicate with all board members via email for a number of annual communications, so a valid email address is required for all applicants. Please
notify the City Clerks' Office if your email address changes for any reason.
The City will need to communicate with all board members via email for a number of annual communications, so a valid email address is required for all applicants. Please
notify the City Clerks' Office if your email address changes for any reason.
Please note that your application will become public information. All required fields are marked with a red asterisk *.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
Each official and employee serving on a multimember agency is expected to devote the time and effort necessary to ensure the successful functioning of such agency
(Bozeman Municipal Code, Section 2.03.490.C.). Additional standards of conduct and norms are included in Resolution 5323.
Applicant Information
* Full Name
Richard Kerin
* Residential Address
609 South 6th Avenue
Bozeman MT 59715
* Primary Phone
(406) 570-4913
* Current Occupation
Semi-retired Consulting Engineer
* Employer
Kerin & Associates, Consulting Engineers
* Email
rick@kerinandassociates.com
Which position are you applying for?
Community Development 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?
11 years or more
* Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?
No
Where, how long, and what Board?
No
* Please describe your professional and personal experiences, interest, and qualifications that make you a good fit for this board.
As an experienced civil and structural engineer, I have worked in the past with both major and minor developers. I have also worked with both local and state
agencies/boards through the subdivision/site develpment review process. Having watched Bozeman's growth explode in the last few years, I am aware of the need for
planned and thoughtful development. Currently I only work on insurance claims throughout the state and thus would have no conflict of interest.
* The City of Bozeman strongly values diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Describe any efforts you have engaged in to expand your understanding of
DEI.
In my professional business career, I was an equal opportunity employer. When hiring engineers and other staff positions, I chose qualified men and women, irrespective of
race, ethnicity or religious beliefs. Since my brother-in-law is gay, I have seen first hand the importance of DEI.
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References
Please provide name, phone, and email contact information for two references.
* Reference #1 Full Name
Brandon Spitzer
* Phone
(406) 579-8910
* Email
bspitzer55@gmail.com
* Reference #2 Full Name
Lisa Prugh
* Phone
(406) 599-6004
* Email
prugh.lisa@gmail.com
* 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?
Yes
How did you hear about this board or vacancy?
Bozeman Daily Chronicle
Is there any other information that you feel we need to know?
Bozeman has been my permanent home since the purchase of my residence in 1982. As a business member of the City, I have been actively involved with its growth. My
children were raised here and attended Irving School. My wife and I also have a rental property. Because of my committment to Bozeman, I want a seat a the table to help
with the direction of its growth and future.
If you have a disability that requires assistance or need accommodations, please contact our ADA Coordinator, Mike Gray, at 406-582-3232 (TDD 406-582-2301).
Please note that for most Citizen Advisory Boards, materials are distributed electronically for each meeting.
Your application and all information submitted is considered a public record. All applications are included in the City Commission’s Meeting materials for consideration which
are electronically archived and available to the public.
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