Patty was born and raised in Boise, Idaho where she graduated from Bishop Kelly in 2002 and went on to Boise State University to earn her bachelors in psychology. She then continued on to earn her masters in social work from Walden University. Patty worked for the Southern Valley County Recreation District from 2013 to 2019 as the Program Director and then the District Manager. Patty now enjoys her days boating, fishing and exploring with her husband Nick and daughter Gigi. She is excited to be a part of the Rec District Board and to further the mission of the SVCRD.