HomeMy WebLinkAboutFrost, Ethics application 6-13AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 28
Form updated: 7/25/2013 1:23:25 PM
Name: Melissa Frost
Physical Address: 306 S. 7th Ave., Bozeman, Montana 59715
Primary Phone: (406) 585-8825
Email: melissadfrost@yahoo.com
Your current occupation: Graduate student
Employer: MSU
How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area?: >10 yr
Which position are you applying for?: Board of Ethics
City Limits: yes
Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?: yes
If so, how long?: 4 years
If so, where ?: Board of Ethics
Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. I believe there are
circumstances where unwritten rules of conduct are sufficient, but there are other circumstances
where written codes of conduct can help guide people to determine what is the right thing to do
and encourage best behavior. I have been a public employee, and took seriously my
responsibility to uphold the public’s trust, a part of which is willingness and ability to be honest,
transparent, accountable, and competent. I believe these are essential qualities in public
employees and officials, who are the embodiment of "government." These qualities allow the
governed to maintain confidence and trust in government and its actions. This is my 20th year
living in Bozeman, and I am proud to call it my home. I enjoy giving back to my community
through an issue that I believe is essential to the health and vibrancy of a community. I have
served on the Board of Ethics since it’s inception. We have made great progress toward the goals
outlined in the Charter and Code of Ethics, but there is more work to do and I would love to be a
part of doing it. I have a deep interest in ethics, and I am thoughtful, deliberative, and curious. I
am committed to the work of the BOE and wholeheartedly welcome the opportunity to continue
on the BOE
Reference 1: Paula Beswick 406-600-1814 pkbeswick@msn.com
Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes
Reference 2: Jim Madden 406-599-0293 me@jim-madden.org
How did you hear about us?: I am a current member of the board and am aware of my term's
expiration and subsequent vacancy.