Administration

Reese Troublefield

General Manager

Michele Roth

Office Assistant

Lorie Judd

Assistant Regional Manager

Reese has worked for the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District since July, 1998 and for the County of San Bernardino since June, 1985. He began his career as a recreation aid in Twenty Nine Palms, California and has held the positions of recreation aid, coordinator, supervisor, superintendent, and currently serves as the General Manager. Reese stated “We are pleased with the progress we have made to improve our programming and facilities, but look forward to further tremendous enhancements in both areas. We have a committed staff that works very hard to serve our local citizens, and our Advisory Commission is dedicated to this purpose as well.” Reese has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Public Administration and has been married to wife Susan since June of 1984. Reese and Susan have two daughters and are happy residents of our awesome mountain community.

Lorie Judd, Assistant Regional Manager. Lorie Judd was raised in the Big Bear Valley, was Senior Class President and had a grand time as the School Mascot. In 1998-2000, Lorie had the honor of serving as the Venture Clubs of the Americas Federation President. That position required her to travel throughout the United States and abroad to speak to the members. This was truly the adventure of a lifetime and Lorie developed a passion for Japan and hopes to return again. Lorie is a dedicated member of Soroptimist International of Big Bear Valley, a worldwide service organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and children. In 2000, Lorie married her best friend Larry and they hope to live happily ever after in the Big Bear Valley. Lorie has spent most of her adult life working in the Public Service Industry. In 2002, she began her career in Parks and Recreation. Lorie is a recent graduate of the California Parks and Recreation Society Leads Academy. She believes in the District’s Mission Statement and is passionate about improving the lives of others.

Michele Roth, Office Assistant II. Michele has been with the Park District since 2006. She is instrumental in overseeing the operations of the office, assuring that all reservations are booked correctly and that the event is a success. Michele loves assisting the customers with their recreation needs and works hard to assure that all their needs are met with a smile.

Cassy Benson

Bear City

Dr. Katheryn Poole, DDS

Chairperson

I was appointed to the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District Commission October 2006; term expires January 31, 2010. Currently serving on the Paradise Park subcommittee and was elected Assistant Chairman of the Commission in July 2008.

I have been a resident of the Big Bear Valley since 1982. I have been active in and/or had leadership positions in several Community and Professional Organizations. Professionally, I have been in Dentistry for over 25 years. I have been a General Dentist and Partner in Bear Valley Dental Care for the last 16 years.

Along with my husband, we are raising two young children in the valley and enjoy many of the services and programs the Park District provides. The Park District continues to grow and provide more services and opportunities to all the residents and visitors of our valley

Having lived in Big Bear since 1978, I have seen our Parks and Recreation opportunities change drastically. I taught swimming lessons in the previous Meadow Park pool; my children played Little League Baseball at Meadow Park; they played soccer at North Shore Elementary School; they earned their "B's" learning to snow ski. In addition to wanting our community to have a broad range of recreational opportunities, my main focus has been to provide a place for our community to learn to swim that is safe and fun. The summer of 2008 is the first since 1992 that our Park District will have its own pool in operation; I am hopeful this small pool will be just the beginning of more to come. I was originally appointed to the BBVPR Commission to replace Roger Beck in March, 2002. I was re-appointed to a term that lasts until January, 31, 2010. I was Vice Chair 2006-'07, and Chair 2007-'08.

Jennifer McCullar

Sugarloaf

Jennifer McCullar was appointed to the Board of Commissioners in May 2007. Jennifer is the mother of two young boys that participate year round in the park and recreation system including before and after school programs, summer day camp and youth sports activities. Since moving to Big Bear in 1999, Jennifer has worked on community and business issues as Executive Director of the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce and more recently as an Interim Principal Analyst at the Department of Water and Power. Jennifer has both a graduate and undergraduate degree in Finance. Prior to coming to Big Bear in 1999, Jennifer lived in Chicago, Illinois and was a Vice President of Structured Finance at LaSalle National Bank in Chicago.

Gloria Rose

Erwin Lake / Lake Williams

Dr. Rudy Macioge

Fawnskin

Don Pletcher

Big Bear Lake

I moved up to Big Bear in 2000. Having lived “down the hill” my whole life, the prospect of small town living in a close knit community sounded very attractive to me.

My son and I came up and made a life for ourselves. I got involved in his school activities as well as Old Miner’s Days, CSD, and volunteering for various organizations as well.

One of the perks working for the Grizzly newspaper, was all the people I met in our community! I have made many close friends up here now and love living here.

Working with the Recreation and Park District is something that I have been looking forward to. My youngest just graduated, but I truly feel that all the kids in our valley are “OUR” kids and like the saying goes “it takes a village to raise a child”. I looking forward to working with Reese and the commission to continue providing opportunities for our kids to enjoy.

Don Pletcher has served on the Commission since being appointed by Supervisor Hansberger in November 2002 . He looks forward to serving the District and in providing representation for every resident of the District.

Don was a part time residence of Big Bear Lake since the 1980’s, moving full time to Big Bear Lake in 1999. He wanted to be more involved with improvements to our parks and recreation programs in Big Bear Valley.

Don was born in California and graduated from the University of California Riverside. He has three girls who attend school in Big Bear and participate in park and rec programs. Since joining the commission he has seen many improvements. One of his goals is to improve recreation opportunities for all. Through Park programs there are opportunities to change people’s lives and improve community.

He looks forward to being part of making improvements to our valley a lifelong commitment and contribution. Don looks forward to you comments, ideas and suggestions.

Dr. Rudy Macioge has been a resident of Fawnskin for 25 years.

Professionally: 45 years as a Teacher, Coach, Administrator and Superintendent. He has taught and Administered at the Local Community College program for 10 years.

Local involvement includes:

25 years San Bernardino Sheriff Search, Mountain Mutual Aide, Forest Service Volunteer, Snow Summit Ski Patrol for 25 years.

Appointed: 2/24/2004. Re-appointed 1/31/2006; term expires 1/31/2010. Commission Chairperson 2005 to 2007