As a candidate for reelection to the position of Fire Commissioner, I bring over 40 years of fire protection and management experience, beginning as a firefighter with the City of Los Angeles where I achieved the rank of Assistant Chief. I then served the City of Bellevue as Fire Chief  for over 13 years, and most recently serving the Fire District as a Fire Commissioner for the past 11 years. I bring to the position, knowledge and understanding of what is needed in the daily operations of a fire protection district, as well as the needs associated with sound management and leadership practices. My focus with continue to be the provision of clear policy for excellent public safety services, while maintaining strong stewardship and oversight of taxpayers dollars.