Born and raised in Wisconsin, I received a Resource Management degree from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point. Within weeks of graduation, I began work with a regional planning agency in Southeastern Wisconsin. This initiated a 40+ year career in planning which spanned 4 states (WI, CA, OR, WA) and included 2 regional planning agencies, 3 counties, 2 private consultants, and 2 cities. We moved to Ocean Shores, Washington in 1990 and finally to Sequim in 2002 where I was the Planning Director from 2002 to 2010.

I am currently semi-retired telecommuting 2 days a week for the City of Oak Harbor where I worked for nearly 8 years. My wife of 34 years, Cheri, and I have 5 grandkids and 4 great-grandkids. I am excited to contribute my experience to help Sequim fulfill its vision while maintaining the city’s character and charm.  

Term Expiration: January 11, 2027