Board Members

The Recreation District was created by the Summit County Commission, under the Utah Special Services District Act, to provide recreational services and facilities for residents of western Summit County residing in the unincorporated area outside of Park City. The seven-member Administrative Control Board of the Snyderville Basin Special Recreation District is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to oversee the operation of the District. All Board members are required to be a registered voter at the place of their residence in the Snyderville Basin, within the District boundaries. Board terms are 4-years, and vacancies are advertised to be filled at the end of each 4-year term. Board members may choose to apply for reappointment.

To learn more about the history of the District, click on this link.
To view the minutes from any of the previous Board meetings, click on this link.
To contact any of the Board members please email board@basinrecreation.org

Jay Burke
Chair
Jay Burke is a ten year Basin resident that currently resides in Silver Summit. In his capacity as a board member he looks ahead in helping to expand on what he feels is one of the best outdoor recreation hubs in the county. Professionally he is the owner of Snow Chicken Brand Communications and the co-owner/Event Director of The Park City Point 2 Point, a local endurance mountain bike race. Jay is happily married to Hilary and you'll often find them out with their kids enjoying all that Park City has to offer.

Marilyn Stinson
Chair Elect
Marilyn Stinson is a 12-year resident of Pinebrook. Marilyn brings over 20 years of tourism industry experience and perspective to the Board, with more than a decade with Deer Valley Resort. In addition to her sales and marketing responsibilities, Marilyn oversees the Resort's extensive volunteer program for the annual Freestyle World Cup events. She and her husband, Shawn, who sits on the Mountain Trails Foundation's Board, have a young daughter that enjoys taking full advantage of all that Basin Recreation has to offer.

Jim Magruder
Treasurer
Jim Magruder has been a resident of Jeremy Ranch since 2005 and has just recently retired from a successful 2nd career in the private equity industry focusing on company turnarounds. Jim has over 40 years of executive level management experience with a focus on fiscal financial responsibilities. Jim's passion is in mentoring young children and adults in athletics and physical fitness in an effort to keep their minds and bodies fortified. Jim is an avid skier, enjoys instructing and can be constantly seen on the golf course during the summer.

David Kottler
Clerk
David Kottler has lived in Summit Park with his wife Randi and their two kids since 2001.  He loves the outdoors and enjoys using the trails throughout Snyderville Basin almost every day.  When he is not hiking or snow shoeing, you will often find him practicing karate, playing squash, or playing with his golden retrievers.  David is an attorney currently practicing primarily in the field of civil litigation.  He was formerly employed as a prosecutor and as a public defender.  David is excited to serve on the Basin Recreation Board and looks forward to the continued expansion of recreational opportunities and open space throughout the Basin.
 
Ramon Gomez, Jr.
Member
Ramon Gomez, Jr. and his wife Judy of over 34 years have lived in Summit Park since 2001.  He has spent over 40 years in the hospitality industry and was the opening General Manager of Glenwild Golf & Spa.  In the past five years, Ramon has changed careers and is in real estate as an Associate Broker at Prudential Utah Real Estate working to sell the "Park City Lifestyle."  He enjoys curling, the Park City Motorcycle Club, hiking, and snowboarding.
  Scott McClelland
Member
 
 

Brian Guyer
Member
Brian and his wife Katie have been residents of Pinebrook for the past 7 years.  Besides being a regular guest at The Fieldhouse, his interests are skiing and touring in the local mountains and biking/hiking on the extensive trails.  Brian has 10 years of experience in the non-profit sector, currently serving as a director for the United Way of Salt Lake, and brings to the Board extensive experience working with after-school and youth enrichment programs.  He hopes to use his experience to build on the great work of Basin Recreation and ensure that people are able to enjoy the open space, trails and facilities on the Basin for generations to come.