OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Certified Public Accountant in Oregon since 1981

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: B.S. Oregon State University; M.B.A. Lincoln University, Iowa

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: No elected positions. Substantial auditing experience for municipalities including Salem, Oregon, San Antonio, Texas, San Francisco, California and Tempe, Arizona

Bob Ruck has been a certified public accountant for 20 years. His tax consulting and auditing experience, with individuals, companies and major West Coast cities, qualifies him to solve the complex financial challenges confronting Salem.

“As Salem faces financial challenges in the future, we really need the experience and skills Bob can add to the City Council.”

- Dick Withnell,

1999 Salem First Citizen

Bob Ruck’s community involvement extends to youth activities including: City of Salem Basketball Coach; Leslie Little League T-ball Coach; City of Salem Girl’s Soccer Coach

“Bob is the kind of individual who works quietly but effectively to get things done.”

- Susie Lee, Educator

Bob Ruck is a longtime Salem resident and small business owner. His professional and civic involvement help him clearly understand the challenges our community faces. Bob sincerely believes that, with honest effort and hard work, we can find practical solutions to our challenges.

“Bob demonstrates a real commitment to improving the quality of life in the community.”

- Cathy Mink, Educator

Bob Ruck demonstrates his commitment to the human side of our community. He dedicates many hours per week to volunteer activities such as:

United Way – 2000 Board Chair; 1999 Campaign Chair; Salem Area Chamber of Commerce – Board Member since 1997; Higher Education Task Force Chair; Fairgrounds Task Force Chair; Conference Center Task Force Member; Capital Area Sunrise Rotary – Treasurer; 1997 President; Queen of Peace Church – Auction Treasurer

“I believe in our community’s future and want to play a role in providing our children a great place to live. I want the City of Salem to be considered a champion among West Coast cities.”

- Bob Ruck