Builder and Building Supplier

Custom Sweet Corn Harvester

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Farmer – Builder – Business Owner, Hydraulic Specialty, Inc. (17 years)

Volunteer Fireman – Brooks RFPD, 1963-1968 – Marion County Fire Dist. #1, 1968-1995

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Graduate Salem Academy High School, 1955

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE:

Eldriedge Grade School Board of Directors, 1970-1975

Gervais Union High School Board of Directors, 1975-1979

Marion County Fire District #1 Board of Directors, 1995-Present

I became interested in the fire service in 1963 when I joined the Brooks RFPD as a volunteer. By the time the district was merged with Four Corners RFPD to form Marion County Fire District #1 in 1968, I had been appointed Assistant Chief. In the newly formed district my position became Deputy Chief. I served in that position until 1995 when I was elected to the District Board of Directors.

My goal during the last eight years has been to represent the voters of the district by supporting the volunteer and paid fire fighters in an organization where one complements the other. Also important is to provide the best possible protection and service to the community and do it in a way that is affordable. I do not believe that cheaper is better, and I do not believe in waste and non-production.

During my previous eight years on the board, I was involved in the establishment of the state-of-the-art Regional Training Facility in Brooks which both trains our firefighters and brings revenue to the district. 1999 Bonds passed by voters allowed this facility as well as the update of three fire stations and equipment to bring our firefighters to the height of readiness to serve this district.

During my thirty-two years as a volunteer, I responded to the emergencies of the citizens of this district responsibly and with dedication and leadership. I believe I have continued this service over the last eight years on the Board of Directors. I would value the opportunity to continue my service to the firefighters and citizens of this community.