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6. Board Appointments - Skateboard Park Advisory CommitteeQ 7s. fie. -- - ---------- p��Q A-T- ---------- 5Y9o/ �r R E C 1E. I V E D July 31, 2008 20IR 6 A U- 4 P M : 40 To: The Honorable Mayor Pamela Kennedy City of Kalispell, Mt.--y��� From: William C. Bowser 330 3rd Ave W. ## 215 Kalispell, Mt, 59901 Subject: Skate Park Board. Ms. Mayor Kennedy; I would like to submit my application to become a Board member of the announced group formed to address the problems at the Woodland Skateboard Park. I currently serve as Student Monitor at Flathead High School and as the Training Officer for the Flathead County Sheriffs Posse. I have extensive background in the fields of Law Enforcement and Broadcasting. I am enclosing a resume of my past experiences, to which I might add, that while a Police Officer for the City of Port Orange, Florida, I had an opportunity to have a number of incidents with the Skate Park in that city. I believe I may have a unique and cost effective method of addressing some of the problems facing the Park at present and in the future. My interfacing with the students at Flathead High School has brought some of the problems to light and my contact with those students may lend to serving? Respectfully; William C. Bowser William C. Bowser 330 3`d Ave W #215 Kalispell, Mt. 59901 Home: 890-2760 Cell 406-250-5292 E-Mail: wcb7972@msn.com msn.com OBJECTIVE: To remain productive after years of experience and expertise, to any company, organization or Government entity. Retirement is not satisfying unless one can feel useful. At 72 years of age and in good health, want to make a difference in any organization wishing to excel in the world. QUALIFICATIONS Current: Training Officer, Flathead County Sheriffs Posse Student Monitor, Flathead High School, Kalispell, Mt. Security officer, ProElite Security, whitefish, Mt. Varied applications and involvement in Law Enforcement, Security and Covert Operations 35 years in the Professional Auto Racing Industry, Broadcasting Industry and Sports Industry. I am highly computer, electronics, media, graphics and advertising literate. 1 gracefully and graciously relate and inter -face with the public, fellow employees and associates. Over 40 years experience with the public as a Radio, Television, Sports and News broadcaster/producer. I have extensive experience in Public Relations, Personnel Relations, Media Relations, and Public Relations. EDUCATION Attended Elementary and High Schools in Mars, Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction, Bombs and Arson 1960 Political Science Major Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio Law Enforcement Academy, Columbus, Ohio 1970. Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program 1970 Daytona Beach Community College, Criminal Justice Training Center Class D Security Officer Training. 2001 (not renewed) Traffic Direction Certificate, Port Orange Police Department, Port Orange, Florida 2002 Venomous Snake Management Certificate, Central Florida Zoological Park. 2002 Various Trade and Career Enhancement Courses and seminars EMPLOYMENT 1970 to 1973 Deputy Sheriff, Mahoning County, Ohio January 2002 to January 2003, Community Service Officer, Port Orange Police Department, Port Orange, Fl. 1960 thru 1998 various positions involving Radio, Television, and Public Address, News And Sports Broadcasting positions throughout the United States. 1974 to 2004, Chief Announcer, Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, A. I want to thank you far taking the time of go over my resume and objectives. References are either attached or available upon reques August 21, 2008 Mayor Kennedy I have not been informed as to what this letter should contain or even what format it should be in. I only know that this letter is my application to the committee for the advisory of the skateboard situation in Kalispell. I believe that I would be an integral member of the committee not only because of my involvement and knowledge in the skateboarding coinmuruty but because I'm one of the only people I know of who are applying for the position that would approach it in an open manor and be willing to compromise with the city and law enforcement. I understand and believe that the police department not only has the best interests of the skateboarders and the community in mind but also can't be expected to take responsibility for everything that takes place and the skatepark. I started skateboarding at the age of 10 and have been involved in and am open to every aspect and genre of skateboarding. As a skateboarder trying to broaden and better the skating community I also commute to work on my boards quite often. Many people I have spoken to as well as my customers would like to see an amendment to the current skateboarding ordinance regarding this issue. One of the many ways we could do this would be to recognize skateboards as a legitimate means of transportation, as we do with bicycles. Based on the reasons stated above combined with how my position at Wheaton's allows me direct feed back from the skateboarding community I truly believe that I would be an excellent candidate for the Skateboard Park Advisory Committee. Th,, Patrick Brooks f f 2'e ' r Deb Burfeind 220 Aspen Loop Kalispell, MT 59901 Mayor Pam Kennedy Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903 Dear Mayor Kennedy, I am very much interested in being considered for the Skateboard Committee currently being formed. I very much enjoy the age group that participates at the skate park and feel I bring experience and a number of perspectives to this venue. As a parent,, my two boys used to skate at the park when they were younger. One of my sons and my daughter work at Woodland Water Park and have shared their views with me. As a School Counselor at Kalispell Middle School I have the privilege of really getting to know this age group. My work as a counselor brings me into contact with many of the kids who just about live at the Skate Park. I have been wanting to reach out and work with the students through the Skate Park for awhile now. Besides my dedication and love of this group of kids, I also have very positive relationships with the kids as well as many of the agencies in town that also work with these kids (Law Enforcement, Child Protective Services, Parks and Rec., Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Flathead Care, etc.). Thus, although T would participate as a private citizen on the committee, I believe my experience would help bring constructive ideas to the table. Thank you for considering me for this committee. Please do not hesitate to call if you have any questions. Sincerely, Deb Burfeind Home. 257-2306 Work:751-3786 Cel1:871-1064 repr'arfs �ti�if �kgtesvo,-ks 1145 3rd Ave West Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 270-4587 �1���289�a,br�snan.net YourRonor, It was my pleasure to sped.k at an.. a nvo ve .in the iounce meetings:... i rp onapy. g the city skate pare. It as �: rt ninghear that you hadP. gone, p e p o see or yours A is occurring ere. was also p eas e o have o u ask a to send this iefter. ......:......... .. jj`bo'g h building skateboard..equip t in date June of 107. We took out equipment to the Woodland :t for R&D purposes *n early` t y� a saw how the skaters treated the park, watery park users, and each other,-.. � pryon :.......... ..... lav,. complains about the stag torpt�h but very few step up and tT Y-to something about it. So � er g . re them where they were, b grind rails and a cooler of hottled water tit t the vallo9s skate arks and. �teractin -- � p � with the skaters. pooh it s t t t `heeded our own. ven t So we opened our workshop on Friday oveni L08.4 skaters, to spate, eat dinner and have a ]Bible study. Our first I'Sk8 Hite" we hack 4 skaters come and since have had up to 70. We sponsored 8 skaters and started smote team.. One year later we've performed many demonstrations 'n the area, . -ad teachers from KMS comment on how the grades of the skaters we've worked with are coming up and we're seeing lives changed. We've partnered with'te Boys & Girls Club of Glacier Country to host the I'tAnnual,1g & Under, A#�: .:alley Skate Competition. At the present time we are continuing our work. with:. the Boys & Girls Club by hosting "Sk-8 Nite" on Friday evenings as well as Sunday Sk8, Sunday afternoons. We are currently worldng towards an indoor space where we can be available to Kalispell's spate community throughout th ` winter months. We have also reaped that we are becoming more a non-.rofit organization, than a for, -profit corporation and we are making moves in that direction. As I stated before, the problems at the Woodland Skate Park cannot be solved with increased law enforcement alone. The problem's solution needs to be more relationally focused. Law enforcement has to play a part in the solution and can do so by building relationships with the skaters. Much of the problem has been blamed on the people loitering in the parking lot; however, they wouldn't be loitering there, selling drugs, if the skaters weren't a viable market, because, in fact, they are. We know most of the skaters who frequent the park, and I can assure you the skaters are not 100% innocent. It would be my pleasure to sit on your advisory board to see if better solutions can be reached. However, unless KPPD, the Parrs & Rec Dept and the skaters are willing to give a little, nothing can be done to save the parr and they might as well fill it in now. It will be interesting to see if all parties can come together to solve the issues that confront the city skate park. Sincerely, JD Cavrabin Co -Founder, Serious Juju Skateworks _ i � . ��ser�.ous uskatewor s.co To whom it may concern, My name is Javier Saenz. I am 18 years old and have lived in Kalispell all my life. The reason I want to be on this panel is because I feel I could offer a non -bias opinion from a younger perspective. Opinions from all sides need to be taken into account to determine the most efficient and effective course of action. Most can agree that the skate park's primary attendees are not ones interested in the skill and talent of skateboarding now days, but are now rather using it as a hub for mischievous behavior. I feel that this is unacceptable and something needs to be done. The skate park is a privilege... a nicety, not a necessity in Woodland Park. The rebels and troublemakers destroying the skate park with graffiti and trash do not understand this. The job of this panel is to reduce if not entirely eliminate the trash and vandalism and I believe my input will help the panel meet this goal. Thank you for your time, Sincerely, Javier Saenz TIA AXCiANT Technologies 1322 Whitefish Stg. Kalispell, MT 59901 javier,saenz@axciant.com Direct Phone-(406) 752-0899