John has lived in the neighborhood since 1981. He previously served on the SCNA board from 1982 through the mid 1990’s, with many years as Treasurer and one term as President. He rejoined the board in January 2020 and again is serving as Treasurer, chairing the Finance Committee and participating on the Facilities Committee. John is a CPA, and for many years he was Chief Financial Officer of wholesale distribution companies. Since retiring in 2018, John has enjoyed traveling, golfing, gardening, and trailing his golden retriever leisurely sniffing his way around Curtis Park.

Kathy has called Curtis Park home for nearly 37 years. She is a former historic preservation professional and journalist. She has long been involved in SCNA, having previously served on the board in the early 2000’s while also then heading up the Wine Tasting Committee and serving as Viewpoint editor. From 2003-05 she was SCNA’s executive director. She grew up in the suburbs of southern California and always dreamed of living in an old house neighborhood. She cherishes Curtis Park for its historic homes, tree-lined streets, and the neighborly neighbors who make this a great place to live and our association strong.

Matthew and his husband, John, have lived in Curtis Park since 2015 with their two cockapoos, Mishka and Pechie. Originally from Augusta, GA, Matthew has worked in technology for 16 years, moving westward from DC to Denver to Sacramento, where he fell in love with the city’s trees and people. He serves on the Nextdoor Review Team and Welcome Team, so some neighbors may recognize him. He enjoys collecting and analyzing data, fixing complex systems, and singing Renaissance music. He is especially passionate about ensuring neighbors have access to local information and representation in community decisions.

Lily is an attorney for a law firm in San Francisco but works almost entirely from home. She, her husband, Chris, and their two-year-old daughter, Roxana, live on Coleman Way and are expecting another child. They moved to Curtis Park in June 2019. Roxana recently started at Great Beginnings. Chris is a stay-at-home dad but hopes to open a coffee shop within the next year or two, ideally in Curtis Park.

Noah Bench is a passionate technical artist with a strong foundation in 3D modeling, game development, and problem-solving. He currently works as a Cloud Technical Artist at Cloud Chamber, where he contributes to immersive gaming experiences. Noah earned his degree in 3D Modeling from Carnegie Mellon University and has worked on multiple projects, including mobile and console games. With experience in both artistic and technical aspects of game design, he brings a unique blend of creativity and innovation to his work. Outside of game development, Noah enjoys exploring new technology, creating digital art, and playing board games.

Gerre has lived in Curtis Park since 1985. She has been Distribution Manager for the Viewpoint, our neighborhood newspaper, since the late 1980’s. Service on the Board during the 1980’s and volunteering for the Home Tour and Wine Tasting are also part of her Curtis Park history. She is currently serving as the Chair of the Facilities Committee and sits on the Development Committee. She loves our neighborhood and hasn’t considered moving for over 35 years. This is odd for a military brat who moved every 2 years or less while growing up.

Madelyn has lived in Curtis Park for 3 years, and currently serves as the Executive Director of a local foundation that fosters inclusion in the outdoors for LGBTQ+ individuals across California. Madelyn has a master’s degree in public policy from UC Berkeley and is passionate about using problem-solving skills for the betterment of the community. Hailing from New Orleans, Madelyn relocated to California in 2012 and believes that a more neighborly world is inherently a better one. Madelyn enjoys hiking, writing songs, exploring the many parks of Sacramento, taking her golden retriever on walks, and relaxing with their family, who also live in Curtis Park.

David Gonsalves is a dedicated public servant with extensive experience in government affairs and community advocacy. As Chief of Staff for Assemblymember Roger Dickinson, he plays a key role in policy development, legislative strategy, and constituent services. With a background in district leadership, he previously served as District Director for Assemblymember Dave Jones and as a Community Liaison for Congressman Vic Fazio. David holds a B.A. in Government and Economics from California State University, Sacramento. Passionate about civic engagement, he works to strengthen community ties and support policy initiatives that enhance quality of life.

A Curtis Park resident with roots in Portland, Oregon, Garret Jensen is the Managing Director of Friends of the University in Sacramento. With a background in legislative policy, he previously served as a Legislative Director in the California State Assembly and a Consultant in the California State Senate, focusing on justice, elections, transportation, and education policy. His experience spans community and business development at Santa Clara University and corporate social responsibility at Ernst & Young (EY), where he worked to expand college access for underserved students. He holds master’s degrees in public policy and education from Stanford, with research contributions that have influenced statewide budget investments and policy changes. Passionate about community advocacy, he volunteers with Slow Down Sacramento and can often be spotted in Curtis Park with his partner and their German Shepherd, Dexter, on the way to coffee (and a pup-cup).

Nicole is a fundraiser and arts administrator who loves supporting artists, activists, and creative communities. She leads fundraising efforts for The Redford Center, a San Francisco-based nonprofit focused on environmental filmmaking. Over the last decade, Nicole has contributed to development, membership, operations, and educational programming for organizations like Headlands Center for the Arts, Richmond Art Center, and the Wormfarm Institute. She holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a BA from UC Berkeley. A Curtis Park resident since 2023, Nicole dapples in creative projects and enjoys gardening and neighborhood walks with her dogs.

Alex has a bachelors in physics and a masters in science education from UC Santa Cruz and a doctorate in educational leadership from UC Davis. He’s worked as a high school physics and chemistry teacher, and at the department of education, where he helped develop the new California Science Test and has worked with the State Board of Education on state-wide policies and programs. Alex and his wife Nichole are also small business owners. They have two optometry offices, both called Capitol Optometry, where Nichole is the lead optometrist. One office is downtown on 12th street across from Ella’s, and the other is right here in Curtis Park on 24th street across from the Sierra 2 Center. We look forward to being a fixture in the community for years to come. The Moos family has lived in Curtis park since 2016, and can often be found walking around the park with their two young sons (ages 4 and 2) and golden retriever, Chewie. They love to cheer on Northern California sports teams (Kings, 49ers, and the Giants).

Shannon has lived in Curtis Park for four years. She has spent her career in medical sales. She has a master’s degree in public health and welcomes the opportunity to put that training to use in the community. In her free time, she rides her horse, teaches Pilates, and chases after her nephew, niece and cousin, all of whom love exploring Curtis Park.

Andrea moved to Curtis Park in 1978 and has lived in three different houses since then. Her two kids always enjoyed Sierra 2 activities. She has served on the Board on and off since the early 1980’s. She has written for the Viewpoint since the late 1970’s. The Neighborhood Concerns Committee idea originated with her and she has been very active in planning issues affecting Curtis Park. She is a health and government lawyer now with the State. She served as a former City Planning Commissioner and Human Rights/Fair Housing Commissioner.