Biography

PERSONAL:

Born in Lorain, Ohio, December 3, 1950. Has lived in Shelton, Washington, since 1978.
Married to Dr. Gary Haigh. They have two sons, Ed and Dan.

EDUCATION:

DVM, The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Intern, OSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital

EMPLOYMENT:

Small-business owner and veterinarian, Haigh Veterinary Hospital, Shelton (1978-present)

PUBLIC SERVICE:

School director at Southside School (1986-98)
Washington state representative (1999-present)

HOUSE COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS:

Appropriations Subcommittee on Education (Chair)
Appropriations
Education

Joint Legislative Audit & Review Committee
Capital Projects Advisory Review Board

LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES:

Strengthen our public schools
Develop efficient public transportation systems, including roads, rails, transit and ferries
State government efficiency and effectiveness

AWARDS:

Alumni of the Year Award, Ohio State University College of Veterinarian Medicine - 2002

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:

President, Save Our County's Kids (SOCK)
Past school-board member, Southside School District
Past president, Washington State Veterinary Medical Association
Executive board, South Puget Sound Veterinary Medical Association
Member, Skookum Rotary Club