Submit Date: May 22, 2026
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Do you live within the City Limits of Merced? (Required)
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Are you a registered voter in the City of Merced? (Required)
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Which Council district do you live in?
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District 4
Are you currently serving on a Board or Commission? If so, please list:
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Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Recreation and Parks Commission: Submitted
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Highest Level of Education Completed:
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Master's Degree
Marcus
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Arellano
County of Merced
Programmer Analyst
Marcus S Arellano
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Tell us about yourself, and why you are applying for this particular Board or Commission:
The oldest memory I have is falling off a swing at Applegate Park. While I joke about this with family, it is an important factor of my upbringing. Merced's park system helped raise me, from the time I was toddling around playgrounds, to trying to get crawfish out of the creek near Rahilly, to running the bike path during cross country. I spent time in parks at family gatherings, Boy Scout events, and on my own, just to get some fresh air. Now, I am the Board Chair of Treehouse Tutoring, and I am on the other side of the table, organizing events for the youth of Merced. With all this in mind, I am very excited for the possibility of being more involved in the parks system for Merced.
Please list your current employer and relevant volunteer experience.
I work for the County of Merced as a Programmer Analyst, overseeing the county contracting and board voting systems. Regarding volunteering, I have volunteered my whole life. I was an Eagle Scout whose final project was refurbishing the sign at Castle Air Museum. I am now a board member of Merced Sunrise Rotary and have done a variety of volunteering ranging from the annual Clothes for Kids event, to our MHS Interact park cleanups, to helping feed the homeless, and much more.
I am also the Board Chair of Treehouse Tutoring, a nonprofit educational organization, and we have done a variety of volunteer events from College Application Night with Merced High School District, to our Family Literacy Program, LOFT Literacy. We have also co-organized Hmong American Day for the past 2 years, so I am no stranger to larger scale community events.
What is your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission?
From what I know, the commission works with the Parks and Rec director to help guide what projects and initiatives are undertaken, and review reports of said projects and programs.
Do you have experience or special knowledge pertaining to this Board or Commission?
This will be my first time serving on a City Board or Commission, or a commission dedicated to Parks and Rec. I am confident in my general capabilities, and am excited to learn the specific complexities of this position.
Any other comments you would like to add that may assist the City Council in their decision?
I am very much looking to become more invested and involved in Merced.
Marcus S Arellano
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Marcus S Arellano
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Hispanic
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Male
Submission
I declare under penalty of disqualification or termination that all statements in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledege.
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Marcus S Arellano
Submit Date: Jul 10, 2026
First Name
Middle
Initial
Last Name
Employer
Job Title
Email Address
Primary Phone
Alternate Phone
Street Address
Suite or Apt
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City of Merced - Boards & Commissions
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Are you 18 years of age or older? (Required)
Yes
No
Question applies to multiple boards
Do you live within the City Limits of Merced? (Required)
Yes
No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you a registered voter in the City of Merced? (Required)
Yes
No
Which Council district do you live in?
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District 4
Are you currently serving on a Board or Commission? If so, please list:
No
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Recreation and Parks Commission: Submitted
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Highest Level of Education Completed:
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Bachelor's Degree
Lynn
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Stapp
Retired
Classroom teacher
Lynn G Stapp
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Communication
The City of Merced uses email as a preferred method of communication regarding your application.
Is this acceptable to you?
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Interests & Experiences
Tell us about yourself, and why you are applying for this particular Board or Commission:
I’m interested in representing the citizens of my community and help with parks and recreation.
Please list your current employer and relevant volunteer experience.
Classroom teacher, retired Organized many school-wide activities What is your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission?
Represent area 4 Report to board Improve quality of life in Merced Plan, organize activities to make Merced great
Do you have experience or special knowledge pertaining to this Board or Commission?
I work with youth as an educator. I help organize. Outdoor recreation is important for all ages.
Any other comments you would like to add that may assist the City Council in their decision?
I’m enthusiastic about Merced!
Requirements
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AB 1234 Ethics Training
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Lynn_Stapp_Resume.pdf
Lynn G Stapp
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Attendance Policy
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Statement of Economic Interests - FPPC Form 700
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Demographics
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Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Gender
Female
Submission
Lynn G Stapp
I declare under penalty of disqualification or termination that all statements in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledege.
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Lynn G Stapp
Lynn Stapp
EXPERIENCE
Merced City School District - Substitute teacher
September 2024 to present
Merced City School District - Classroom teacher
January 1992 - June 2023
Dos Palos Elementary School District - Classroom teacher September 1987- June 1990
EDUCATION
CSU Stanislaus - Liberal Studies, Teacher Credential
Language Development specialist
December 1986
CSU Fresno - Business Administration
December 1984
PROJECTS
Daily instructional organization and activities to promote learning Red Ribbon Week
October (yearly) I organized school-wide, community involved activities to promote personal wellness and education on being drug free
Read Across America Week
March (yearly) I organized school-wide, community involved activities to encourage reading
Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity
Social Committee - organize team building activities
Vintage Days Committee
Organize campus-wide activities
SKILLS
Communicate with parents.
Communicate with the public
Organize classroom activities
Organize school-wide
activities
Manage time and schedules
LANGUAGES
Limited Spanish