KIM BOWMAN is a nonprofit attorney, father, and advocate for older adults who is working to improve La Cañada Flintridge to make sure it remains an inclusive community for people at every stage of life.

Kim has a demonstrated commitment to public service. He is special counsel for a Los Angeles County nonprofit legal organization where he provides free legal assistance to those harmed by natural disasters and leads the estates and probates project for low-income individuals and families. Prior to his role as special counsel, Kim served as FUSE Executive Advisor to LA County’s Chief Deputy of Juvenile Services and was responsible for a dozen distinct projects to craft new policy, develop new public services, and improve existing juvenile justice programs.

Kim is a major in the United States Air Force Reserve and a member of the Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps Reserve (JAG). He is also the president of the LA County Commission for Older Adults, a La Cañada Flintridge Parks and Recreation commissioner, co-organizer of the La Cañada Flintridge Welcome Association, and has served on the boards of several community councils and nonprofit organizations.

Kim holds a law degree from the University of the Pacific, a master’s degree in gerontology (aging) from the University of Southern California, a master’s degree in business administration from Westminster College, and two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Utah. He is admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court of the United States, the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, the Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals, the state courts and central district federal court of California, and all state and federal courts in Utah.

Kim is married to Cynthia Nguyen, M.D., a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at a nonprofit children’s hospital in Pasadena. Together with their 18-month-old Alice and three cats, the family makes their home in La Cañada Flintridge, California.

Kim Bowman is a member of the U.S. Air Force Reserve. Use of his military rank, service information, and photograph in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Department of the Air Force or the Department of Defense.

I grew up in La Canada Flintridge and enjoyed the small town atmosphere, community involvement and of course the lasting friendships that were made. I played junior baseball, Gladiator Football, and was a member of an Indian Guide Tribe through the YMCA.

I attended Loyola High School in Los Angeles and then graduated from Loyola Marymount University in 1987. I also received a Masters in Public Administration from California State University in 1997.

My wife Alison and I have 4 children and are truly blessed by our family.

I am currently the Director of Real Estate for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Additionally, I am a Partner in the local restaurant North Shore Burgers.

Throughout my years here in our community, I have been involved in Civic and community organizations:

• Mayor, La Canada Flintridge-3 terms
• City Council, La Canada Flintridge-11 years
• Planning Commission, La Canada Flintridge- 8 Years
• President, La Canada Flintridge Tournament of Roses Association-3 years
• Chair, La Canada Unified School District and La Canada Flintridge Joint Use Committee
• Board Member, Crescenta Valley Sherriff Support Group
• President, St. Bede School Parent Association Board
• Board of Directors, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
• Member, La Canada Chamber of Commerce

As we face the issues confronting our city, it is of the utmost importance to protect and enhance our quality of life. Over the past 11 years, we have faced numerous challenges and identified many opportunities.

Here is a summary of some of the issues and accomplishments of the past eleven years:

• Consistently achieved a balanced City budget while increasing service levels.
• Maintained a budget reserve more than $17mm.
• Increased resources for Public Safety, including the Sheriff and Fire Department.
• Installation of over 50 Flock Safety Cameras to help combat crime.
• Launched a new City Website and Social media program, designed to make City Hall more user friendly.
• Completion and installation of 6 different sound walls protecting our neighborhoods
• Increased funding and support to our Community Organizations.
• Continue to support the La Canada Unified School District with funding and assistance to achieve common goals.
• Created a 5 City Alliance to protect La Canada from anticipated negative impacts associated with the proposed 710 tunnel.
• Increased funding and support to our Community Organizations.
• Creation of Business Assistance programs helping our business during the Covid Pandemic.
• Protected and made enhancements to our Trail System.
• Installation of a new storm drainage system to protect homes from water and flooding.
• The completion of the new Jessen Street Bridge which won awards for its superior design.
• A new Protected Tree Ordinance written to create a strong culture of stewardship in a manner that does not unreasonably infringe upon property rights of our citizens.
• Creation of the Mills Act which helps property owners preserve historically significant homes in our community.
• The building of the Ultimate Destination area in our trail system for hikers and horseback riders.
• Creation of traffic mitigation plans to ease traffic including the installation of the sidewalk at Paradise Canyon Elementary School
• Enhancements to the downtown area assisting both businesses and customers.
• Enhanced the Lanterman Auditorium with needed facility improvements including upgrading restrooms, new lighting, and new signage.