BC App-24-04 - Lauren Bauder - ESC - District 1312- 4-25-24
BC App-24-04
City of Atlantic Beach
BOARD/COMMISSION APPLICATION
Date Submitted: April 24, 2024
First Choice: Environmental Stewardship Committee
(ESC)
Second Choice:
Name: Lauren Bauder
Address: 1306 Violet St, ATLANTIC BEACH, FL, 32233
Cell Phone: 4073102985
District: District 1312
Please describe any employment experience relative to the board/committee you are applying for.
I have a background in Sustainable Design, having earned an MS in Architectural Studies from the University of Florida
in 2019. My Master's Research Project focused on providing recommendations to reduce household waste in the City
of Atlantic Beach. Following graduation, I remained with GORUCK, a local e-commerce brand specializing in backpacks
and workout equipment. During my tenure, my role at GORUCK has evolved in tandem with the company's growth.
I've been involved in redesigning packaging to minimize waste and eliminating excess plastics from our production
processes. These changes have resulted in reduced shipping and production costs.
Please describe any board/committee experience relative to the board/committee you are applying for.
I do not have any experience serving on boards or committees.
Please describe any community involvement or volunteer experience relative to the board/committee you are
applying for.
I was actively involved with Beaches Go Green and volunteered with them multiple times. I utilized data collected by
Beaches Go Green in their community survey and incorporated it into my thesis project, focusing on survey questions
that assessed the public’s interest in composting programs.
I was part of the inaugural cohort of the Start Farming Mentorship Program created by the Duval Soil and Water
Conservation District. During this mentorship, we visited various farms across Jacksonville, learning about how
farmers sustain their livelihoods and how they collaborate within the community to support one another.
Please provide a brief explanation of your interest and your reasons for wishing to be appointed to this
board/committee.
In 2013, I relocated to the City of Atlantic Beach from a suburb in Orlando, and Atlantic Beach instantly felt like home.
What I admire most about the city is its bike-ability, accessibility to natural areas, and strong community pride,
exemplified by events like the farmers market, Dancing In The Streets, and the annual Thanksgiving celebrations.
Since moving here, I have lived in and visited other cities around the world and observed how they have preserved
their distinct character and charm while evolving to meet their communities' needs. With this perspective in mind, I
would like to contribute my thoughtfulness to the City of Atlantic Beach so that we can continue to meet our
community’s needs while maintaining the charm and warmth of Atlantic Beach.
APPLICATION AGREEMENT
By signing (entering my name) below, I hereby certify that all statements made on this application and other
supplementary information are true and correct. Florida has a very broad public records law. I acknowledge that the
information on this application is subject to public disclosure.
Signature of Applicant: Lauren Bauder (updated by DLB on 7/29/25)
Date of Signature: April 25, 2024