HomeMy WebLinkAboutMartin Matsen 6-21-24WELCOME
Thank you for your interest in joining a City 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 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
Martin Matsen
* Residential Address
3314 Sora Way
Bozeman MT 59718
* Primary Phone
(406) 600-8867
* Current Occupation
Land Planning Consultant
* Employer
Fall Creek Planning LLC.
* Email
mmatsen@gmail.com
Which position are you applying for?
Gallatin Valley MPO - Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee
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?
6-10 years
* Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?
No
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.
My extensive background in urban and regional planning, coupled with my specialized experience in transportation planning. With a Master's in Urban and Regional Planning
from the University of Iowa and over two decades of professional experience. My time working as a Transportation Planner with the Cheyenne MPO & my continued
professional development demonstrate my deep understanding of transportation systems. I am well-suited to contribute valuable insights and strategic direction.
* The City of Bozeman strongly values diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Describe any efforts you have engaged in to expand your understanding of
DEI.
I have been part of many government led DEI initiatives and have been a hiring manager in my positions for over 15 years. During that time I have worked hard to expand
the reach and opportunities for both established staff and new recruits.
References
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Please provide name, phone, and email contact information for two references.
* Reference #1 Full Name
Brit Fontenot
* Phone
(406) 579-1302
* Email
bfontenot@bozeman.net
* Reference #2 Full Name
Shawn Kohtz
* Phone
(406) 582-2929
* Email
skohtz@bozeman.net
* 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?
Email
Is there any other information that you feel we need to know?
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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 City 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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