Trail Watch Committee    

The Mayor's Trail Watch Advisory Committee is comprised of individuals who distinguished themselves as leaders through their dedication to the development of the Trail Watch program.  

Members include:

• Ross Flavel, Ambassador Coordinator
• Craig Torrey, Anchorage Fire Department
• Mark Fitch, University of Alaska, Anchorage
• Sam O’Conner, Community Patrols
• Brian Dean, APD Citizen Academy, trail user
• Gene Storm, S. Addition CC, trail user
• Dave Williams, American Red Cross
• Cheryl Piazza, REI
• Paul Provencio, ConocoPhillips, trail user 
• Alison Kear, Covenant House / Covy Cafe

Committee To-Do List

The committee was directed to focus on several specific tasks including:

• Clearly define the priorities of Trail Watch program development over the next 8 months
• Develop clear volunteer referral, recruitment and management process
• Identify and strengthen partnership opportunities with other trail user group
• Pursue sponsorship opportunities with local organizations
• Develop volunteer recognition program
• Review and refine responsibilities of Trail Watch volunteer positions.  Set formal guidelines and code of conduct
• Develop new training opportunities for volunteers