As a nonprofit, non-governmental organization, PAT relies on participation from our members and supporters in order to make significant progress toward our mission:
Working toward a bicycle and pedestrian friendly central Yavapai community.
PAT's strength comes from our members and supporters. If you'd like to help out, please go to our Take Part page to learn how to become a volunteer and egage with our latest activities.
Meet our team:
Operations Manager & Treasurer: Bob McCarty
Bob worked professionally in the Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical industries from 1969 – 2005 during which time he held progressive responsible management positions from shift supervisor to Vice President of Operations. He has an AA degree from Phoenix Collage, a BS degree in business from The University of Phoenix, is a certified lead assessor of quality systems and a member of American Society of Safety Engineers. Bob is married to Reta and together they have five children; Shawn, John, Eunice, Shannon and Justin.
Vice-president: George Sheats
An Arizona resident of 16 years, George has a background in planning, project management, and construction. He coordinates trail construction projects with the Over the Hill Gang, oversees residential construction at Prescott Lakes, and is a member of several City of Prescott Community Development committees and boards. George is an active member of Yavapai Trails Association, Open Space Alliance, and Prescott Mountain Biking Alliance.
Secretary: David Fero
Dr. Fero is a Psychologist who retired from his position as Service Line Manager for Mental Health at the Northern AZ VA Health Care System in 2011 and continues to work two days per week for the El Paso VA using telemedicine. Dr. Fero has been a resident of Prescott since 2001 formerly living and working in the Cleveland-Akron area. He has commuted by bicycle to work for the last 12 years. He is a member of the Over the Hill Gang and enjoys hiking and cross country skiing. He is married and has 3 grown children. He also volunteers at the Prescott VA and offers a support group for persons with Aspergers and their families and friends.
