- Occupation: Businessman/Environmental Consultant
 - 25 years experience in business, government and education
 - Ph.D. in Watershed Management (UC Berkeley)
 - California Licensed Forester
 - 20 publications, including 3 books
 - volunteer for KRCB-Santa Rosa public radio, presenting weekly nature essays
 - married, 2 stepdaughters: Elise (14) and Corinne (17)
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- Housing - let working families have access to affordable housing in Sonoma County
 - Transportation - build the freeway, start community rail with shuttle service to common destinations
 - Health - use the County Supported hospitals together for efficiency and better public service
  
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- Santa Rosa Firefighters Local 1401
 - Sierra Club, Redwood Chapter
 - Dry Creek Valley Association
  
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