Experience

 

Education:

With my knowledge of public finance and experience in evaluating policy options I am prepared to help secure new opportunities for District 4 and the City of Tacoma.

  • Ph.D. Research focus: Public Finance and Policy Analysis, University of Washington, Seattle (1987)
  • Master of Social Work Degree, School of Social Welfare, University of California, Berkeley(1975)
  • BA School of Political Science and Community Services, University of Oregon, Eugene (1970)
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  • Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington, Seattle (2007-2009)
  • Urban Studies and Environmental Science, University of Washington, Tacoma (2004-2009)

 

Work Experience:

District 4 needs to be represented by someone who has actually assembled financing for new infrastructure. I have raised over $24 million for new construction of housing and service facilities.

  • Community Development Officer, Supportive Housing Association, Puyallup, WA (2002-Present)  
  • Business Services Supervisor, Department of Health State of Washington, Tumwater, WA (2008)
  • Vice President, Good Samaritan Community Healthcare, Puyallup, WA (1990-2001)
  • Director of Research and Evaluation, Good Samaritan, Puyallup, WA (1980-1990)
  • Management Analyst, City of Boston, Boston, MA (1979)
  • Budget Analyst, Office of Budget and Finance, King County Government, Seattle (1974-1975)

COMMUNITY SERVICE:

In this economy, District 4 needs a Council representative that knows how to build business partnerships. I have worked with a variety of local organizations and together we have identified creative solutions on a limited budget.

  • Adjunct Faculty, School of Social Work, University of Washington (2000 to present);
  • Northwest Solar Group (2008 to present);
  • Chase/Washington Mutual Executive Director's Group (2001 to 2008);
  • Advisory Board Member, Eastside Neighborhood Council, City of Tacoma (2006);
  • Founding Board Member Pacific Business Association, City of Tacoma (2003);
  • Community Assessment Advisory Board, United Way of Pierce County (1998-2000);
  • Founding Board Member Rural Health Collaborative, Pierce County (1998);
  • Founding Board Member Washington State Community Loan Fund (1995-98);
  • President and Member Puyallup Valley, Altrusa International (1996-08);
  • Board Member Centro Latino SER (1995-98).