Board / Committee / Commission Application
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full Name:* Email Address:* Gender:
Kenji Colton Tokunaga
Please specify the Board, Commission or Committee you are applying for:* Public Art Committee
I am currently a member of the above Committee, and am seeking reappointment.* • Yes • No
If you are seeking re-appointment, has any of your information changed within the last 12 months? If your answer is yes, please complete the rest of this form. If your information has not changed within the past 12 months, please only enter your name and email information above. You do not need to complete the remainder of this • Yes No
RESIDENCY / EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Home Address: City: State: Zip Code:
Home/Cell Phone Number: How long have you lived in Emeryville? 1 year
Place of Employment: Occupation:
Tipsy Putt East Bay
Business Address: City: State: Zip Code:
Business Phone Number: How long have you worked in Emeryville? 1 year
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EDUCATION / EXTRACURRICULAR INTERESTS
High School:
Woodcreek High School
College:
San Francisco State University
Trade or Business School(s):
United States Coast Guard Training Center Petaluma, United States Coast Guard Special Missions Training Center Other Interests:
Music (former touring musician), photography and videography, attending art expos and shows,
ADVISORY BODY EXPERIENCE / INFORMATION
Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions or Committees? • Yes • No
Have you served on a Board, Commission or Committee before? O Yes • No
Please list all past and current City of Emeryville advisory boards. n/a
Please list any past and current board, commission or committee memberships outside of Emeryville.
Founding board member of the recently launched Emeryville Commerce Connection, a collection of small businesses based in Emeryville with a mission focused on business-to-business collaboration, economic development and a commitment to developing tourism in Emeryville.
Please list all organization memberships and positions held. n/a
Please list any relevant work and volunteer experience.
During my time as an active duty member of the United States Coast Guard, I served on a morale and wellness committee. Although not directly connected to the arts, it gave me experience recognizing the value of coordinating events and activations for a larger-reaching audience within a community.
Why are you interested in serving on this Board, Commission or Committee? I have a strong interest in supporting the arts and have the platform and space to host community events within Tipsy Putt on Bay Street. Additionally, as a new resident and businessman in the meryville community, I am actively seeking opportunities to participate in City committees, board:
and commissions. I feel that my passion, charisma and energy can be channeled positively in the publi domain, with a specific focus on developing the City';s efforts into the arts community.
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