King County Local Voters Pamphlet - September 14, 1999 PRIMARY ELECTION -- CITY OF KIRKLAND COUNCIL POS. NO. 02 Only

King County Local Voters Pamphlet
September 14, 1999 PRIMARY ELECTION

CITY OF KIRKLAND COUNCIL POS. NO. 02

Note to Voters: The statements below are written by the candidates, who are solely responsible for the contents therein.

List of Candidates for
CITY OF KIRKLAND COUNCIL POS. NO. 02:

Jesse

BROCKSMITH

    Jesse Brocksmith is running for the city council because he wants to help Kirkland continue as an excellent place to live, raise a family and earn a living.

    Jesse practices "People Centered" politics and is concerned about the rapid urbanization sweeping the area. As Kirkland continues to grow, Jesse will work to maintain a balance between

Kirkland's livability and its economic vitality. Jesse is committed to maintaining a safe community, providing quality services such as police, fire, roads and utilities, seeking regional solutions to traffic and congestion problems and ensuring responsible government spending. Jesse believes in an accessible, accountable form of government.

    As a city councilmember, Jesse Brocksmith will work hard to provide sensible, caring leadership and a bright future for Kirkland.

CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: 13110 119 PL NE, N-5, Kirkland, WA 98034 TELEPHONE: (425) 820-5133
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Jesse Brocksmith

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Tom

DILLON

    Tom Dillon, his wife, Beverly, and two teenagers, Ryan and Jennifer, have lived in Kirkland for 15 years. He has a degree in finance and is a commercial real estate broker with an office in downtown Kirkland.

    Tom's long history of community involvement includes serving on the Kirkland Growth Management Commission and, for two terms, on the Kirkland Planning Commission. He is presently a director of the South Rose Hill/Bridle Trails Neighborhood Association.

    Tom has also volunteered for many years in youth sports, as past president of the Rose Hill Soccer Club, as well as coach and referee, and served for 10 years on the board of directors for Kirkland American Little League, the last 5 years as its president. He is also a member of the Kirkland Kiwanis.

    Tom is committed to preserving Kirkland's neighborhoods and small-town values through carefully managed and sensible growth. He stands for fiscal restraint in government spending, while assuring adequate funding of essential city services for police, fire, transportation and utilities. Tom has demonstrated the knowledge, experience, leadership and responsiveness to accomplish these objectives and to solve the challenges facing Kirkland while working with other members of the City Council.

CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: 12605 NE 68 PL, Kirkland, WA 98033 TELEPHONE: (425) 827-6119
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Tom Dillon

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Mark

MELAND

I would like to represent Kirkland City Council. I'm 23 years old. I feel that I can bring a positive injection of youth to the council. I want to help all Kirkland residents feel that their opinions matter. I feel that every decision made by the council should be based on what's best for the community. I will actively encourage citizens to voice their opinions. I believe the most effective city government is one where all citizens are encouraged to participate.

I like people. I value the opinions of others. Your opinions will help shape my views on issues that affect Kirkland. I don't have all the answers to Kirkland's problems. I do have a positive attitude, an open ear and the desire to do what is right. I cannot guarantee perfection. I guarantee that I will put forth my best effort to maintain and improve the City of Kirkland.

CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: 8624 113 LN NE, Kirkland, WA 98033 TELEPHONE: (425) 576-8687
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Mark Meland

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Chris

ROSS

    Chris Ross is married and father of two young daughters. A native of the Eastside area and resident of Kirkland for 15 years, Chris is committed to preserving the quality of life in our city.

    As a Kirkland Human Services Advisory Committeeman, director of his homeowner's association, and corporate finance manager, Chris is accustomed to making difficult choices utilizing limited resources. He will strive to maintain quality government services while promoting efficiency and fiscal responsibility.

    Our city faces tremendous growth challenges that must be managed while enhancing the unique character of Kirkland. Chris will balance residential neighborhood stability with economic opportunity.

    As a youth soccer coach, Chris has seen first-hand the value of constructive activities. He will coordinate with local schools and volunteers to encourage additional educational, athletic, and social opportunities for our children.

    Chris has a bachelor's degree in business and economics and an MBA from Seattle University.

TELEPHONE: (425) 821-3165 INTERNET: http://members.aol.com/CR4Council
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Chris Ross

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Jesse BROCKSMITH
Jesse Brocksmith is running for the city council because he wants to help Kirkland continue as an excellent place to live, raise a family and earn a living. Jesse practices "People Centered" politics and is concerned about the rapid urbanization sweeping the area. As Kirkland continues to grow, Jesse will work to maintain a balance between Kirkland's livability and its economic vitality. Jesse is committed to maintaining a safe community, providing quality services such as police, fire, roads and utilities, seeking regional solutions to traffic and congestion problems and ensuring responsible government spending. Jesse believes in an accessible, accountable form of government. As a city councilmember, Jesse Brocksmith will work hard to provide sensible, caring leadership and a bright future for Kirkland. CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: 13110 119 PL NE, N-5, Kirkland, WA 98034 TELEPHONE: (425) 820-5133		Jesse Brocksmith


Tom DILLON
Tom Dillon, his wife, Beverly, and two teenagers, Ryan and Jennifer, have lived in Kirkland for 15 years. He has a degree in finance and is a commercial real estate broker with an office in downtown Kirkland. Tom's long history of community involvement includes serving on the Kirkland Growth Management Commission and, for two terms, on the Kirkland Planning Commission. He is presently a director of the South Rose Hill/Bridle Trails Neighborhood Association. Tom has also volunteered for many years in youth sports, as past president of the Rose Hill Soccer Club, as well as coach and referee, and served for 10 years on the board of directors for Kirkland American Little League, the last 5 years as its president. He is also a member of the Kirkland Kiwanis. Tom is committed to preserving Kirkland's neighborhoods and small-town values through carefully managed and sensible growth. He stands for fiscal restraint in government spending, while assuring adequate funding of essential city services for police, fire, transportation and utilities. Tom has demonstrated the knowledge, experience, leadership and responsiveness to accomplish these objectives and to solve the challenges facing Kirkland while working with other members of the City Council. CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: 12605 NE 68 PL, Kirkland, WA 98033 TELEPHONE: (425) 827-6119		Tom Dillon


Mark MELAND
I would like to represent Kirkland City Council. I'm 23 years old. I feel that I can bring a positive injection of youth to the council. I want to help all Kirkland residents feel that their opinions matter. I feel that every decision made by the council should be based on what's best for the community. I will actively encourage citizens to voice their opinions. I believe the most effective city government is one where all citizens are encouraged to participate. I like people. I value the opinions of others. Your opinions will help shape my views on issues that affect Kirkland. I don't have all the answers to Kirkland's problems. I do have a positive attitude, an open ear and the desire to do what is right. I cannot guarantee perfection. I guarantee that I will put forth my best effort to maintain and improve the City of Kirkland. CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: 8624 113 LN NE, Kirkland, WA 98033 TELEPHONE: (425) 576-8687		Mark Meland


Chris ROSS
Chris Ross is married and father of two young daughters. A native of the Eastside area and resident of Kirkland for 15 years, Chris is committed to preserving the quality of life in our city. As a Kirkland Human Services Advisory Committeeman, director of his homeowner's association, and corporate finance manager, Chris is accustomed to making difficult choices utilizing limited resources. He will strive to maintain quality government services while promoting efficiency and fiscal responsibility. Our city faces tremendous growth challenges that must be managed while enhancing the unique character of Kirkland. Chris will balance residential neighborhood stability with economic opportunity. As a youth soccer coach, Chris has seen first-hand the value of constructive activities. He will coordinate with local schools and volunteers to encourage additional educational, athletic, and social opportunities for our children. Chris has a bachelor's degree in business and economics and an MBA from Seattle University. TELEPHONE: (425) 821-3165 INTERNET: http://members.aol.com/CR4Council		Chris Ross