Patrick R.

Retired Coast Guard helicopter pilot with a passion for assisting people in times of

need.

Why This Work Matters

I have always helped people - during my military career & in my personal life.

On culturally responsive care: Knowing & learning from your audience. Being an empathic

person who strives to learn and discern what people need in challenging situations.

Connection to Altadena

A community that works together, especially when big challenges arrive - like what the

devastating fires brought. Resilience & community spirit.

A Defining Moment

I've been involved in rescuing numerous people from immediately bad situations as a CG

helicopter pilot and I have seen how community organizations are key in helping people get

back on their feet.

Vision for the Future

My hope for Altadena: See the community members back to living joyous lives with safe,

secure, and environmentally sustainable housing.

What I hope families feel: Hope and follow through to meet their needs.

Bringing to the Work

Strengths: 22+ years as a military officer & aviator (Army and Coast Guard), so have worked

well with people of all demographics & age groups in all kinds of situations.

On collaboration: A way to continue to serve a community within my relatively new SoCal

community.

Beyond the Work

What brings me joy: All electric RVing, watching MLB & NFL (Seattle Mariners & Seahawks),

hiking with my wife.

Favorite genres: Thriller

When not volunteering: RVing (travel trailer excursions - pulled via all-electric Bolt EUV - with

my wife). Also volunteer & work with various organizations (Plug in America, Humane Society,

and County Elections office).

Fun fact: After my college baseball career, I tried out for the Seattle Mariners. Didn't make it so

decided to become a military helicopter pilot & flight instructor.

Words I live by: ""Don't React, Respond" - great lyrics from the Pearl Jam song "React, Respond"