Biography

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH:
5/13/53 – Bremerton, Washington

FAMILY:
Married to Nancy Long, 2 children

EDUCATION:
B.A. Degree, University of Washington, Magna cum laude, (1975)

EMPLOYMENT:
Senior Advisor, Solid Ground (2006 to present)
President, Solid Ground, formerly Fremont Public Association, (2000 to 2006)
Executive Director, Fremont Public Association, (1983 – 2000)
Part-time lecturer, UW Graduate School of Public Affairs (1992 – 1995)
Manager, North Community Service Center, Seattle Dept. of Human Resources (1976-1979, 1981-1983)
Administrative Director, Pike Market Senior Center (1980-1981)
Director, Cascade Community Center (1975-1976)

LEGISLATIVE AND COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS:
Speaker of the House
Rules – Chair

YEARS IN HOUSE:
7th Term