OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Educational administration

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: M.A., Educational Administration, Seattle University; B.A., Journalism, University of Washington

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Candidate for state legislature in Washington in the 1970’s; elected precinct committee person in Oregon and Washington.

Charles (Chuck) Lee, a resident of the Keizer community, is running for the Keizer City Council because of his lifelong commitment to community service. Throughout his career as an educational administrator, he has been an active and involved member of his community. He is a candidate with many years of leadership experience that will facilitate sufficient public input on all major issue the Council will face. As a school principal since the age of 26, Chuck has more than 25 years’ experience working with a wide range of individuals and groups, including Boards of Directors. One of his greatest strengths is his ability to bring people together to work successfully and efficiently toward a common goal. Another area of uncommon strength for him is his aptitude for developing realistic budgets and maintaining fiscal responsibility—a skill that will be crucial as a conscientious City Councilor.

Chuck has successfully led new and well-established schools through periods of tremendous change by finding ways to ensure financial stability, establishing and improving community relations, increasing enrollment and adding new programs. He has raised millions of dollars through fundraising campaigns and grants. As President of the Salem-Keizer area’s only Catholic secondary school, Chuck’s leadership has built an increasingly well-recognized 7-12 program in just five years.

Chuck recognizes Keizer’s importance in the region by participating in the Leadership Salem program, a leadership development program for members of the business community.

Charles Lee is an experienced and effective leader who will bring fiscal responsibility and creativity to the Keizer City Council.

Elect Charles Lee to Keizer City Council—