OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Travel Consultant, Membership Services Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, American Cancer Society Staff, Law Library Assistant, Office Manager, Public Relations. College employment : Library aide, Medicare claims representative, police records clerk

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Milwaukie High School, diploma

Willamette University, BA

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Director, Salem Area Mass Transit District (Cherriots) 1989- Treasurer 1989-1995, Vice President 1995- Courthouse Square Subcommittee 1997-Mid Willamette Valley Council of Governments Board 1994-2000,Mid Willamette Area Commission on Transportation (ODOT) & Steering Committee 1997- , Salem Futures Committee 1998- Morningside Neighborhood Association Board 1980-81, Chair 1981, Salem Mayor’s Task force on Transportation 1978

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: American Association of University Women :VP Program, Named Gift Honoree; YWCA Tribute 1987-96, Prince of Peace Episcopal Church; Junior Warden 1986-90 Council, Diocese of Oregon 1992-94; Yes for Buses 1985-86 Chair Tax Base Campaign 1986; Legislative Committee, Chamber of Commerce 1989-

In the 21st century we in Salem/Keizer must map out an effective and affordable transportation system. At Cherriots, we have made decisions that will aid our transportation system and help maintain our environment. Growth can be accommodated if we work together for a common vision.

The addition of night service in December of 1996 was successful in attracting new riders to the day service. Since 1996 Cherriots has averaged a 6 percent ridership gain each year. Courthouse Square has proven successful in encouraging small and large system coordination.

Cherriots has added compressed natural gas buses which will enhance our air quality. We have reconfigured some routes. We are looking at more targeted service delivery at a cost we can afford.

As our population grows and our economic base diversifies, a viable public transportation alternative is part of the solution. As a board member I have centered my efforts on transportation solutions.

I have the commitment to be a part of Salem/Keizer’s future. I need your help and your vote. Let’s help our area move forward together in the 21st century.