OCCUPATION: Salem-Keizer School District, Crossing Guard

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bentleyville Review - Internet Column; Intergovernmental Communications Organization — Computer Operator/Programmer/Instructor (Installed 911 System); Observer-Reporter Publishing Company — Marketing/Advertising Associate; Al Sweet Motor Sales Incorporated — Accountant/Computer Operator; Western Reserve Transit Authority — Accountant/Computer Operator; Universal Rundle Corporation — Accountant/Controller; Community Action Southwest — Volunteered 5 years compiling $23.1 million budget.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Shenango High School, High Honors; Chabo College, Associate Degree in Accounting; Heald Business College, Certified Computer Operator/Programmer/Technician; Penn State, Marketing/Management/Supervision; Pennsylvania State Board, Certified EMT

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Zoning Officer, appointed; Police Board Secretary/Treasurer, appointed

I reside in Keizer with my husband Stan, son Nicholas (age 10) and daughter Marissa (age 7). My professional background is in Accounting and Computers, but currently I am a stay at home mom and a Crossing Guard.

I was instrumental in getting flashing lights at school crossings around Keizer. Due to the city’s phenomenal growth, many needs of the community are being overlooked. There are major issues in Keizer such as Chemawa Activity Center and library funding but, there are other issues that need to be addressed. A review of taxes/fees, expenditures for real estate, sidewalks/bike lanes, road maintenance and safety are a few.

I am a very active school volunteer. I was on 21st Century Site Council for 2 years. I also enjoy listening to children and the elderly in our community, they have much to share and sometimes their issues are overlooked because they don’t have a voice speaking loudly enough for them.

The Citizens of Keizer need a voice on Council. A voice that will listen to all ideas. A voice that will express those ideas and achieve what is needed to enhance Keizer, while retaining the small town atmosphere. I would like to be that voice. I have the experience and will be an asset to Keizer by working to make a great town even better.