Biography
Personal:
I live in the city of Snohomish with my husband, Jack.
Professional:
Since 1996, I've owned and operated a small business in Snohomish.
Education:
B.A. in International Affairs from George Washington University, 1992
Community involvement (past & present):
Member of the Snohomish City Council (1997-2005), including two years as
Mayor of Snohomish
East County Senior Center (president)
United Way of Snohomish County (board member)
Sierra Club
Mentor for at-risk youth
Northwest Public Power Association
Kiwanis
Cascade Land Conservancy
National Women's Political Caucus of Snohomish County (vice chair)
Snohomish Health District (board member)
Committees:
Agriculture &
Natural Resources
Insurance
Financial Services & Consumer Protection
Transportation
Legislative priorities:
* Fixing traffic gridlock
* Protecting farmland and our way of life
* Open, honest government
* The best schools in the nation so our kids can compete for the best
jobs in the world
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