HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-13-23 - CAB Applications - Pierce TeeuwenWELCOME
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
Pierce Teeuwen
* Residential Address
1126 N. 15 Ave.
Unit 206
Bozeman MT 59715
* Primary Phone
(817) 876-9154
* Current Occupation
Associate Attorney
* Employer
Cook | Phelan Attorneys at Law
* Email
pierce@cooklawmt.com
Which position are you applying for?
Transportation 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?
Less than 1 year
* Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?
Yes
Where, how long, and what Board?
N/A
* Please describe your professional and personal experiences, interest, and qualifications that make you a good fit for this board.
I frequently work with property zoning and city easements, and while not specifically applicable, I feel it provides a general overview of city organization and development.
I've studied and have an acute interest in Land Use and development. I am passionate and eager to help protect Bozeman's beauty through forward-thinking development--I
believe transportation to be an integral ingredient in this City's maturation.
* 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 Law School I was recognized for my Pro Bono efforts, being awarded the Legal Aid of Arkansas Student of the year award, and was recognized by my school for over
100 hours of free legal service. I also joined the student groups National Black Law Student organization to encourage diversity in the legal field. DEI is something I deeply
promote as I think it stimulates engaging and thoughtful discussion regarding for city development that is wholistic in nature.
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References
Please provide name, phone, and email contact information for two references.
* Reference #1 Full Name
Deejay Cook
* Phone
(530) 263-6752
* Email
deejay@treelinecoffee.com
* Reference #2 Full Name
Austin Olvera
* Phone
(214) 284-2774
* Email
austinolvera@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?
Mike Veselik
Is there any other information that you feel we need to know?
I'm open to any questions. I have a strong passion for city development. Having lived in various cities that poorly managed their growth, I feel a strong passion to protect
Bozeman's beauty while making the city accessible to all.
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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