LUCAS COUNTY VOTERS’ GUIDE 2019

Non-Partisan Election Information Prepared By THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS® OF TOLEDO-LUCAS COUNTY www.lwvtoledo.org Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Polls Open: 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Candidates for the same office are listed alphabetically by surname

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Cities ...... 4 - Maumee - ...... 4 Mayor ...... 4 Council Member ...... 6 - Oregon City – ...... 10 Council Member ...... 10 - Sylvania City – ...... 11 Council Member ...... 11 - Toledo City – ...... 15 Council Members ...... 15

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Toledo Council District 1 ...... 15 Toledo Council District 2 ...... 16 Toledo Council District 3 ...... 17 Toledo Council District 4 ...... 18 Toledo Council District 5 ...... 19 Toledo Council District 6 ...... 21 Toledo Clerk of Municipal Court ...... 23 - Waterville City - ...... 24 Mayor ...... 24 Council Members ...... 25

Townships ...... 26 - Harding Township - ...... 26 Township Trustee ...... 26 Fiscal Officer ...... 26 - Jerusalem Township - ...... 27 Township Trustee ...... 27 Fiscal Officer ...... 28 - Monclova Township - ...... 29 Township Trustee ...... 29 Township Fiscal Officer ...... 29 - Providence Township - ...... 30 Township Trustee ...... 30 Township Fiscal Officer ...... 30 - Richfield Township - ...... 31 Township Trustee ...... 31 Township Fiscal Officer ...... 31 - Spencer Township - ...... 32 Township Trustee ...... 32 Township Fiscal Officer ...... 32 - Springfield Township - ...... 33 Township Trustee ...... 33 - Swanton Township - ...... 34 Township Trustee ...... 34 Township Fiscal Officer ...... 35 - Sylvania Township - ...... 36 Township Trustee ...... 36 Fiscal Officer ...... 37

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- Washington Township - ...... 38 Township Trustee ...... 38 - Waterville Township - ...... 40 Trustee ...... 40 Fiscal Officer ...... 40

Villages ...... 42 - Berkey Village - ...... 42 Mayor ...... 42 - Harbor View Village - ...... 43 Mayor ...... 43 Harbor View Village Clerk-Treasurer ...... 43 Harbor View Village Council ...... 43 Harbor View Village Council (3) ...... 43 - Holland Village - ...... 44 Mayor ...... 44 Village Council ...... 44 - Ottawa Hills Village - ...... 45 Mayor ...... 45 Village Clerk-Treasurer ...... 45 Village Council ...... 46 - Whitehouse Village – ...... 48 Mayor ...... 48 Village Council ...... 48

School Districts ...... 49 - Board of Education Member - ...... 49 Anthony Wayne Local School District ...... 49 Evergreen Local School District ...... 51 Maumee City School District ...... 51 Oregon City School District ...... 52 Ottawa Hills Local School District ...... 53 Springfield Local School District ...... 53 Sylvania City School District ...... 54 Toledo City School District ...... 55 Washington Local School District ...... 58 Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West Governing Board Member ...... 61 Wood County Educational Service Center Governing Board Member ...... 63

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- Maumee - Mayor Responsibilities: The office of the Mayor acts as the community’s Chief Executive Officer or CEO. Richard H. Carr John J. Jezak No response received Education - Union School, St. Patrick of Heatherdowns, St. John’s High School, University of Toledo Website - jezakformayor.com Email - [email protected] FB - @jezakformaumeemayor.com What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? Professional Experience) Although a lifelong resident of the City of Maumee, I have 30 years of experience in City Management serving as the first Village Administrator for Blissfield, Michigan, then as the first Township Administrator for Springfield Township, Lucas County, and then for the last 19+ years as City Administrator / Safety Director for the City of Maumee. I have negotiated labor contracts, established tax sharing zones and sat on their boards, testified before the Ohio legislature, and attracted businesses large (Dana Technology Center and Dana World Head Quarters) and to small Sunshine Art Gallery and

Deets BBQ. In addition to the dozens if not hundreds of economic development projects I have been involved in, I have also won millions in grants for Maumee (Maumee Indoor restoration, Uptown Revitalization, Wolcott House, and health/safety equipment), Springfield Township (Homecoming Park, Springfield Cemetery, and Fire Station #1 improvements), among others. Last I have demonstrated the ability to effectively promote Maumee by authoring the winning 2006 All America City application and program, and Ohio Magazine’s Best Hometown in 2006 again in 2016. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them?

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(Highest Priorities) Economic Development because it provides jobs in our community, keeps our young adults here, and provides taxes to the City and our schools. City Services because our life and lifestyle depends on them. Securing a good long-term water contract since it is so vitally important to life and commerce. And I would like to see a new emphasis in the City of the arts, recreation, and community design.

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Council Member

Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Gabriel Barrow Jon Fiscus Education: Education: Licensed Journeyman Electrician, Maumee High Graduate of Bowsher High School School Graduate, Undergraduate studies at Bowling Green Attended Owens Community College- Marketing State University and Owens Community College Continued education in marketing and client acquisitions Email: [email protected] (Included conflict management resolutions) Gemological Institute Of America – Santa Monica, Ca. Twitter: @fiscusformaumee Joseph Bulova School of Watchmaking- Woodside, NY. Facebook: facebook.com/jonfiscusformaumee University of Toledo - Continued Education Language What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I feel that I am qualified to fulfill this office and its I am a licensed journeyman electrician in charge of supervising responsibilities based on my years of experiences of maintaining and training apprentices and have held leadership positions a viable business for many years. My responsibilities and throughout my life in both volunteer and professional duties include buying residential and commercial property. I capacities. As a near-lifelong resident of Maumee, I’m in tune negotiate leases, arrange financing with lending institutions as with the recent history of Maumee as well as the particular well as maintain properties with contractors. My duties include political climate that has left Maumee City Council in its real estate tax complaints to the county and taking people to current state. For close to two years, I have made a point to small claims court for collection when necessary. I feel that I am attend nearly every council meeting, which has provided me very rounded in the aspects of understanding an underlying with abundant insight into how our government is run as well issue and implementing a solution. as paths to improvement. I currently serve on the Maumee When you own a business you make mistakes as you go and Indoor Theater Advisory Board and previously worked as a you learn from those mistakes. You understand what it takes Maumee High School Marching Pride and Indoor Drumline to make money and how to navigate through an ever changing instructor (15+ years). Finally, I am a committed Maumee market and economy. In a slow economy you make adjustment resident who is invested in helping Maumee grow and progress in a direction that benefits all residents. and change tactics to stay in a positive position. Before I spend money for product, marketing, insurance and a the variety of expenditures that are needed, I think of, how is this going to help me, is the best price for the item or plan being considered and what are the short term and long term benefits. Our success can be attributed to investing in the well-being and needs of our customers’ needs first and foremost. Keeping this concept in place assures us a satisfied customer and more business to come in the future.

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What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? Keeping Maumee 1st when making decisions is what will keep If elected, my highest priority would be to restore Maumee Maumee “A great place to live” citizens’ trust in our government, the first step of which would be a close examination of current city practices regarding communications. I would push for mandatory attendance of Ohio Sunshine Laws training courses by each council member and our new city administrator so that the base level of transparency between citizens and government can be upheld and all council members will have a full understanding of what is expected of them. I also see the development and implementation of a master plan as one of the greatest needs of the city. A master plan would bring forth the concerns, wants, needs, and ideas of all the members of this city more thoroughly than any other process. It would then inform the planning of the future of Maumee in a way that citizens can be proud of and invested in. We already have an active and informed group of citizens in the members of Clear Vision for Maumee who have done a remarkable job kicking off this process. One of my first priorities would be to get them the funding and city backing necessary to see the plan through to the end. Carrie Hartman Jim MacDonald Education: Juris Doctor from University of Toledo College of Education: Master in Public Administration Law, Bachelor of Science from Iowa State University Website: carrieformaumee.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/carrieformaumee Facebook: facebook.com/carrieformaumee Instagram: instagram.com/carrieformaumee What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I have worked in the public sector for the last four I worked for the Maumee Police Division for 31 years. During years, currently as a Project Manager for the City of Toledo, and that tenure I was a DARE officer, community officer, obtained previously as the Executive Assistant and Public Information the rank of sergeant, lieutenant, and five years as police chief. Officer for former Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson. I have a As community officer I learned the importance of community range of experience in governing, including budget building, connection and that public opinion matters. Teaching drug policy and legislation research, contract negotiations, and abuse resistance education (DARE) in Maumee Schools was a project implementation. great relationship and mentorship building with our youth. The role as police chief taught me insight about city budgeting, policy-making, leadership, city administration, management,

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community, transparency in government and legislation. These experiences have prepared me with proven leadership for city

council. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My first priority is to streamline our city services by First priority is to keep Maumee city services and safety forces implementing a 311-style call center. Often, residents of at a high level. Our street division and police/fire division are Maumee are unsure of who to call to report a pot-hole or what sets Maumee apart from other communities in Northwest request a tree trimming, and creating a hotline where residents Ohio. My tenure as police chief will provide the experience and can request a service will not only simplify the request process, oversight in keeping our city services committed to excellence. but also make our services more efficient and timely. I also We need to set a course for balance development in our city. want to focus on increasing economic development and job The need for a Master Plan with input from our citizens will growth, and investing in our parks and our recreation assist in setting this course. It is necessary we find common programs. ground in council on quality of life issues important to our residents, businesses, schools, seniors and church community. Finally, we need to be budget responsible and be good stewards of our citizens tax dollars. Of all levels of government, the city level affects our day-to-day life more than any other. Experienced, common sense leadership is an important element to the success of city council. Scott Noonan Lou “Bud” Thomson Education: BA in History from Miami University (of Ohio) Facebook: Lou “Bud” Thomson for Maumee City Council Facebook: Email: [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/ScottNoonanforMaumee/ Education: University of Toledo, Bachelor of Business Administration Occupation: Client Consultant Manager, Warnock, Tanner & Associates What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

I have had a variety of experiences that would allow me to fulfill I have directed and managed several different areas of various the duties of being a councilmember and representative for the organizations. In my 40+ years of experience these areas citizens of Maumee. I am currently serving on numerous boards include business operations, budgeting, customer service, and commissions that identify solutions and resources to logistics, human resources and management. Dealing with benefit the region. people and money over the years has given me an excellent knowledge and education to help with the City of Maumee. Currently, I serve on official organizations such as the Toledo I know that I can take this experience and skill sets, listen to Metropolitan Coalition of Governments, Lucas County Board of the citizens and organizations of Maumee and then work as a Developmental Disabilities, and Toledo-Lucas County team with my fellow Council members to keep Maumee pointed Commission on Disabilities I also serve on non-profit boards in the right direction. Keeping Maumee moving forward with a

Page 8 including the Old Newsboys where 100% of donations go balanced budget and no tax increases is my Maumee First goal. towards providing clothing to children in Northwest Ohio. By focusing on this goal, I know that Maumee will be a great community that is family and business friendly. In addition, my role as the AFL-CIO Labor Liaison at United Maumee has been and will continue to be a great place to work, Way creates opportunities to represent working men and live and raise a family. women every day. In certain situations, I am even able to assist working families during times of hardship. Currently serving on council, I can confidently say that I have represent the working families of Maumee internally and externally. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My highest priority if reelected is to build a coalition amongst all > Provide the City of Maumee’s Residents with a reliable source council members to work for the needs of the community, not of safe water at a reasonable cost. just one party or special interest. As a current member of > Keep our Police and Fire Departments a top priority since they Council, I had to witness the tug of war between certain provide for a safe community that with a low crime rate and members of council, which benefited no one. I want to work one that save lives. with everyone to reunite the council and help our city to move in a positive direction and put the divisive politics behind us. > Keep our streets clean and in drivable conditions all year round. > Lucas County REC Center future and its options. > Keep Maumee moving forward with planned growth > Collaborate with City Administrators, fellow Council Members, and the Mayor to balance the budget within our current tax collection rate. > Keep Maumee businesses growing and expanding in order to attract new organizations to the area. > Ensure the City of Maumee continues to be a safe, family, friendly community to live and raise a family.

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- Oregon City – Council Member Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Marvin Dabish Steve Hornyak No response received No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them?

Kathleen Pollauf Steven R. Salander "Write In" No response received No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them?

Cassie Tinta "Write In" Timothy Zale No response received No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Sylvania City – Council Member Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Mark R. Frye Doug Haynam Education: Current Member of City Council seeking re-election to a four year Bachelor of Science in Energy Technology, Pennsylvania State term commencing January 1, 2020 University, Capitol College. Education: Doug is a 1980 Honors graduate of The Ohio State Associates-in-Engineering, Nuclear Engineering Technology, University College of Law, where he was a published member of Pennsylvania State University, Altoona Campus. the Ohio State Law Journal. He graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from Miami University in 1977 where he majored in Business Economics and Finance, and received the Faculty Award for Contributions to Undergraduate Economics. Facebook Page: Doug Haynam for Sylvania Council E-mail: [email protected]

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? First and foremost, I have been serving on Council for five I have been a Member of City Council for four terms during years. This makes me fully aware of the responsibilities. In which time I have chaired Council’s Zoning and Annexation the past five years many things have come before Council. Committee. I have strived to bring an informed and business-like Over the next four years some will be different, but many will approach to City Government. In today’s tight fiscal reality I remain the same. Serving on Council has been very rewarding understand the need to stay focused on providing quality and I enjoy helping the community in this way. In addition to essential city services, including good streets and snow removal, being an incumbent, I am also a successful private business safe and reliable water and sewer services, responsive and owner. So I bring the knowledge of what it takes to make helpful police, cost-efficient trash and recycling, and smart payroll, lead a team and how decisions made by government at support for economic development. I have engaged our a local level can impact small businesses. I also actively Administration in vigorous reviews of our annual operating volunteer in the community. Currently I am in my 11th year budgets, and insisted that we carefully spend tax dollars on the and serve as the Board President for the Lucas County Board basic government services that our residents demand. I initiated of Developmental Disabilities. Previously, I served on the Lott the development of a financial policy for the City that requires a Industries board and was President of my church council for 3 five year budget projection to allow the City to better plan for the years. future. I played a pivotal role in the City’s development of a new Land Use Plan, an update and overhaul of the Zoning Code and Sign Code, and legislation to protect the integrity of the housing stock in Sylvania’s historic neighborhoods. I have strived to be

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responsive to my neighbors and I respond promptly to their questions and concerns about City government. I am a partner in a large AmLaw 200 law firm with offices in Toledo and six other cities in Ohio, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. My practice is focused in the area of environmental litigation, consultation and related administrative practice including extensive involvement in civil and criminal enforcement and compliance matters. Outside of the environmental area, my work has included a variety of business related civil litigation and regulatory and administrative practice matters. Beyond my work, I have served as President of the Erie Shores Council of the Boy Scouts of America, previously served as its Legal Counsel, and I currently serve as a Trustee for the Council’s endowment trusts. I have served as Chair of the Finance Committee of my church, and was a Junior and Senior High School Sunday School teacher. I have coached girls’ basketball, fast pitch softball and co-ed tee ball teams in Sylvania. These experiences and training have helped me meet my Council obligations. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? Council’s primary responsibilities remain the same and will If I am re-elected, I will strive to maintain and secure efficient continue to be my focus. Keep people safe. Our safety and effective City Services, including: personnel (police, fire, EMS, and the Courts) must be effective • Prompt, courteous and appropriate Police response to assure and as efficient as possible. Make sure the water is clean and safety and security sewers work. Keep the streets smooth and free from snow and • Safe and reliable water and sewer service ice during inclement weather. Pick up the people’s refuse. Do • Appropriate street maintenance and thoroughfare all these at the lowest possible cost. This is accomplished enhancement and presentation through teamwork, listening and asking good questions. • Cost effective trash and recycling Working with other members of Council, the Mayor and his • Prompt snow and leaf removal administrative staff has been educational and offers insight on ideas I have not considered or community stakeholders that I I will continue to work to secure a long term water solution that have not spoken with. Since being a council member is not a is fair and cost effective for my neighbors. I will work to nurture full-time job it is important to ask questions. That is and expand essential quality of life assets for Sylvania including: something I do frequently and, often times, in great volume. I • Support Sylvania businesses and Chamber initiatives believe these questions serve multiple purposes but the most • Promote and expand partnerships with key education important is to inform: me, other members of Council, and the entities: Sylvania Public Schools, St. Joseph School and public. Lourdes University • Promote Sylvania’s unique Arts Community

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• Encourage healthy lifestyles through enhanced bike and walking access and work with Sylvania Recreation

Finally, I anticipate overseeing the Monroe U.S. 23 Interchange improvement. Ben Malczewski Brian McCann City: Sylvania Education: BAS Electronics Engineering Technologies: Siena Education: St. Francis de Sales High School Heights University Edinburgh University (Scotland, UK) / Undergraduate Email: [email protected] Eastern Michigan University University of Toledo Wayne State University / Master of Library and Information Science Email: [email protected] What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? My career has always held community and community service Through my professional experience as Manager at Hitachi at its center. Between receiving my undergraduate degree and Vantara, a multinational IT company, I have demonstrated my beginning graduate school, I was an Americorps Volunteer in skills as a leader and someone who works well with people. My the Pacific Northwest, and for 2 years my income was $80 a background includes leading a team of 25 employees, balancing month. This was an intentional social justice/service budgets, negotiating contracts, and mentoring new members exercise in developing empathy by placing you below the within our organization. poverty level and beneath many of those you served every day, Since moving to Sylvania in 2003, I have been involved in many and was one of the most extremely valuable and defining community activities. For the past five years I have served as a experiences of my life. While there I managed the Central member of the City of Sylvania’s Planning Commission and Oregon food distribution warehouse, wrote grants for and Architectural Board of Review. In addition to my work with the developed a community kitchen, worked with juvenile justice City, I have also served as Chairman of the Northview High enrollees, and served as coordinator for an independent living School Reverse Raffle as well as Chairing the Annual Festirama non-profit working with disabled people and terminally for St. Joseph’s Catholic Community here in Sylvania. Both of ill patients and their families. these are large fundraising events supporting activities in This work informed my decision to work within Libraries, and Sylvania. In addition, I have coached multiple teams for St. continues to center me as I work every day with diverse Joseph’s as well as for Sylvania Recreation. In all of my customers with an extremely wide-ranging need base - professional and personal experiences I have been a problem connecting them to resources, services, and information - as solver and have demonstrated my strong interpersonal skills well as community partners as we collaborate on initiatives working with people towards a common goal. that promote and celebrate that improve the lives of individuals, families, and the community as a whole. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them?

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My goal is to make myself open and accessible, and most My highest priorities when I am elected to Sylvania City Council importantly, to listen. I see this position as being less political are to enhance the economic future of our community, work to and more of an advocacy roll. protect our water supply, and continue to ensure that our city remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. I am here to represent the citizens of Sylvania and to make their ideas and concerns heard. I think of it simply as: my ear, Our economic future requires strong fiscal management. My your voice. professional experience has provided me with the ability to establish a strong fiscal background for managing balanced Working with the public every day, I understand the needs of budgets. our diverse, multi-generational community and possess the know-how, follow-through, and accountability to address their As water is at the forefront of our citizens concerns, I plan to concerns. I believe I share the same goals too. I want a strong work with my fellow council members to ensure and protect a community that celebrates our culture, I believe in quality water system. Prior to coming to Sylvania, I was a neighborhoods and connected neighbors, walkability, bike member of the Germantown Citizens Association and served as a paths, and safety, and I think we achieve this with strong Community Representative for Columbia. Maryland communication, empathy, adherence to our vision and values, communities shared similar concerns regarding their water transparency, accessibility, and accountability. I moved back supply, I can bring that insight to the challenges we face here in here with my family a little over 3 years ago because I was Sylvania. excited about what was happening in Sylvania, and I want to Finally, one of the things I hear from my neighbors and others help the progress continue. within the community is safety. Our Police department does a great job and I plan to work within my scope as a City Council member in Sylvania to insure a safe living environment for all of our citizens. Lyndsey A. Stough No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Toledo City – Council Members Toledo Council District 1 Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Tyrone Riley Shaun L. Strong No Response Received Website: www.strongforone.org Email: [email protected] Twitter: @strongforone What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I’ve worked for the City of Toledo for seven years starting as an intern and then being hired into the admiration of Mayor D. Michael Collins as his personal assistant. While working in the Mayor’s office I’ve had the unique ability to understand the relationship between the Administration and City Council. I also understand the administration better than my opponent having worked for the city most recently. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? I would like to establish a block Watch/neighborhood organization in every community of the District. I would also like to begin working on redevelopment of the central city as the gateway to downtown with affordable housing and small business development. I believe the easiest way to do this is by working with community agencies and establishing necessary partnerships such as The Chamber of Commerce, ProMedica, Monroe Street Neighborhood Center, etc. I believe our community thrives when we work together.

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Toledo Council District 2 Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Matt Cherry Abigail Sadowy Website: cherryfortoledo.com No response received Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattCherryforCouncil/

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I have been on Council for almost six years now. This I feel gives

me the experience to continue to represent Council District. I was also elected to be President by my peers 11-1, I feel this also shows my commitment to the City of Toledo. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? Southwyck and Streets. I also think water is very important but we as a city have made great strides in improving our treatment plant and also working with the suburbs to reach stability in NW Ohio. I have been working with the current administration on developing a plan for streets. We are very close. I wanted Southwyck to be a reality by now but obviously that's not the case. I feel like I have a score to settle and I will continue to make it a top priority.

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Toledo Council District 3 Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Glen Cook Theresa Gadus Education: University of Toledo B. Ed. No response received Website: VoteCookForCouncil.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: Committee to Elect G. Cook www.facebook.com/ElectGlenCook

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I am a U.S. Army veteran and a graduate of the University of Toledo where I played football. I’ve been a teacher, coach, and for the last 40 years a successful businessman. I am a lifelong resident of District Three. I grew up in old South Toledo and later moved to East Toledo. In addition to Block Watch, I have served on community organizations like One East Toledo; East Toledo Club; and as a member of the Citizen Advisory Panel for the Toledo Refining Company. I have been married 48 years to my wife Irma Hernandez Cook.

My catalyst for running was a “fight or flight” decision that came during the afternoon of March 11th and the tragic shooting of 16-year old Alexa Carey directly in front of my home and my 10-year old granddaughter. No neighbor should have to witness this. No family should have to endure this. Problems like this are playing out in other neighborhoods in other Toledo city council districts as well. Fleeing will not solve our problems. Turning our collective backs will only lead to more families suffering the same fate. My decision to run was obvious --- Fight. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My platform concerns are reducing crime, neighborhood redevelopment and rebuilding, improving opportunities for our youth, and taking full advantage of the exciting economic development taking place in East Toledo. We have witnessed over the years how we steadily lost control of our neighborhoods to crime and blight. We failed to adequately address infrastructure concerns in our neighborhoods, like our streets and sidewalks. Some homes in our older neighborhoods endanger families and the children because of lead-based paint. We are being challenged to improve Toledo’s neighborhood organizations to make use of the latest technology to fight crime. We need to, not just address blight, but we have to redevelop and rebuild our neighborhoods for ourselves and the next generation.

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My goal is to work as closely as possible with the private sector and other city council members to encourage small business development in our neighborhoods. We have witnessed the downtown revitalization when Promedica located there. Our neighborhoods need the same kind of shot in the arm.

CLOSING My campaign has bipartisan support from former Toledo Mayors Donna Owens and Carty Finkbeiner, as well as former Democratic Toledo City Councilman Mike Craig. Other endorsements include Iron Workers Local 55; Cement Masons & Plasterers Local 886; Toledo Police Command Officers Association; Sheet Metal/Air/Rail/Transportation - Local 33; and UA Local 50 - Plumbers, Steamfitters, & Service Mechanics.

Toledo Council District 4 Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. June Boyd Yvonne Harper What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Toledo Council District 5 Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Tom Names Sam Melden Education: Education: Graduate of Harrington Park, NJ, Public School, K-8 Bachelor's @ University of Toledo, Currently pursuing Graduate of Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan, NJ Master's degree at UT Graduate of Lafayette College, Easton, PA, Bachelor of Science Mech. Email: [email protected], Engr. @SamMelden on all social media, Courses in Nuclear Engineering at Columbia University, New York, Website: www.sammelden.com NY www.TomNames.com [email protected] Facebook@TNames5 What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? As a professional engineer I have made a career out of solving Over the past 10 years I have been in leadership roles problems. My unique technical experience on water treatment and with various non-profit organizations, including as infrastructure design is missing on city council and critical for the Executive Director of Food for Thought, Executive Director Toledo renaissance. of the Servant Leadership Center, and Director of Growth and Advancement for Leadership Toledo. And, currently I My experience preparing technical specifications for materials, serve as the Director of Strategic Engagement for The equipment and services that form the basis of contracts, and as a Ability Center of Toledo. These experiences have prepared Project Manager, negotiating contracts, recommending awards and me to work with constituents in my District as well as my overseeing contract completions is indispensable to city council. colleagues on Council. I have permanently resided in Toledo for 24 year and am familiar with the neighborhoods. I sponsored a family that has gone through the Toledo school systems. I am retired and have no distractions to dedicating my time to city council. I do my homework. I attend meetings covering social issues at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church and the Franciscan Center. I am thorough. I attend city council meetings including an urban planning seminar, a training course on the new city budgeting software, and a tour of the Collins Park Water Treatment Plant. I write opinions to the Editor of the Blade. I am an environmentalist. Many of my projects have been anti- pollution designs. I support the Advocates for a Clean Lake Erie (ACLE), participate in Tree Toledo and the Monroe Street Community

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Garden and prepared environmental initiatives for the downtown Toledo development plan. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? Rebuild the neighborhoods. Fix streets with more budget for mill and My top priority is to work with neighbors to create safe, fill; not patchwork. Address abandoned properties through the Land strong, and sustainable neighborhoods. I will do this by Bank. I support neighborhood watch groups for safe living working with our current network of block watches and environments. I support pre-K for better graduation rates, and create more opportunities for neighbors to get together maintained parks, pools and extracurricular activities for healthy and get to know one another. Also, when on City Council I lifestyle options. I support technical schools and union training will focus on listening to neighbors about what is centers to transition youth from schools to employment to home happening on their block, making sure the voice of every ownership and improved commerce. Vibrant neighborhoods will save constituent in District 5 has their voice heard in City on remedial activities. Hall. Provide reliable potable water: The outfalls from CAFOs need to be regulated to prevent the poisoning of Lake Erie. I support nutrient recapture technology for farmers. Redundant and diverse raw water supplies should be adopted to prevent a single incident failure. The water delivery systems of Toledo and neighboring communities should be interconnected in a regional water supply system and diverse, alternate water sources such as waste water recycling and wells should be considered.

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Toledo Council District 6 Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Chris Delaney Ron Murphy Education: Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, University of Education: High School Diploma (Whitmer) Toledo. Website: MurphyforToledo.com Master of Organizational Leadership, Lourdes Email: [email protected] University Facebook: Ron Murphy for Toledo City - District 6 What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I have been serving as District 6 Councilman since January 2018. I was raised in a Christian household in which being kind, I was first appointed in January 2018 and then elected in May loving and helping people was a priority. I carried those 2018 to finish the term. I serve as Vice-chair on the Public Safety principles with me throughout my life. It helped me become & Criminal Justice Reform Committee as well as serving on a strong leader. I successfully managed a sales business for Finance Committee; Education, Recreation, & Employment 7 years. I then went to work for a non profit organization, Committee; Zoning & Planning Committee; and Streets, Public where I'm currently employed and have been for over 14 Services & Utilities Committee. years. Being in public service is a labor of love and I find it Prior to joining City Council, I served over 30 years as a Toledo to be extremely gratifying. Being able to make a difference in Police officer. I spent the majority of my career in Investigations. I people's lives everyday is a reward in itself and I'm blessed have experience working with the public in many types of to have that opportunity. situations. I have gained experience in the City budget process and working with the Priority Based Budget system and frequently attending Budget Oversight Committee meetings. I have made many connections with neighborhood and Block Watch leaders in my district. I am a member of TMACOG’s Transportation Committee, which keeps me up to date on transportation issues in and around the Greater Toledo area. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My highest priorities when reelected are to focus on our ailing My highest priorities when elected will be to give my infrastructure and improving the City’s abilities to provide basic constituents real representation. I will be the voice for our public services. Far too many of our residential streets are in poor district, speaking up and out against decisions that could shape. A focused and regular maintenance plan is required, and have negative effects on our communities. I will use various funds need to be directed to this end. This way road repairs can be ways to reach out to my constituents including social media bid in the previous year, without waiting to see if CIP funds will be and face to face meetings. Their voice will matter again. I'm used to help balance the General Fund. I am currently working on also concerned with abandoned buildings and vacant lots. I legislation to address this issue. Responses to public service will work with businesses and land owners to form a requests need to be improved in both timeliness and substance. respected relationship and understanding concerning blight.

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Economic development is key to Toledo’s success. Vacant I will clean up blight myself if need be. I will also suggest commercial buildings sit idle for far too long. A robust Economic that Streets Bridges and Harbor be given a yearly budget. and Business Development plan is vital to success. Streamlining The roads are in horrible shape and must be made a permitting will also lend a hand to this end. I have been advocating priority. for each department to be more cognizant of potential roadblocks to new businesses, which includes permits, inspections, and zoning. All of the required information needs to be addressed in a one-stop format. Finally, I will continue to work with our state legislators in efforts to address the pollution of Lake Erie. Toledo has done much work and has remediated pollutants entering the water supply. Simply asking for voluntary compliance from agricultural systems has not worked. I will continue to represent my District and my City for equality, justice, and opportunity.

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Toledo Clerk of Municipal Court Responsibilities: The mission of the Toledo Municipal Court is to hear and dispose of cases within the Court's jurisdictional limits in a judicious and timely manner and provide opportunities for rehabilitation. The Court's operation is defined by the Federal and State Constitutions, the Ohio Revised Code, Toledo Municipal Code, State Civil and Criminal Procedural Rules, and the Rules of Superintendence. The Clerk’s office is responsible for maintaining the public record on all court cases in Toledo Municipal Court as well as collecting and distributing fines and fees associated with these cases. The Toledo Municipal Clerk of Court serves the residents of the City of Toledo, Ottawa Hills, and Washington Township. Vallie Bowman-English, Esq. Education: Ohio Northern University College of Law Doctor of Jurisprudence, 1995 University of Toledo Bachelor of Arts, 1992 Website: www.tmc-clerk.com What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I am responsible for maintaining the public record on all court cases in Toledo Municipal Court as well as collecting and distributing fines and fees associated with these cases. I have aggressively collected past due money owed to Toledo Municipal Court through a collection program I began in 2005. To date, over $25 million dollars has been collected through the program. Additionally, I have implemented real time data entry in the courtrooms, allowing clerks to record entries as the Judge or Magistrate is ruling on the case. This gives other departments and the public immediate access to the case information. I have also increased the public’s access to the Court’s records by placing case information and documents online on the Clerk of Court’s website and our mobile application( TMC Courtwatch). Prior to this, the public had to call or come to the Clerk’s office to inquire about case information. Finally, I have implemented an e-filing system into the Clerk’s Office case management program. This increases Court efficiency, filing accuracy, and provides additional convenience to court users. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? As Clerk, I will continue my proven leadership and efforts towards making the Clerk's office more efficient and better able to serve the public.

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- Waterville City - Mayor Responsibilities: The office of the Mayor acts as the community’s Chief Executive Officer or CEO. Timothy G. Pedro No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Council Members

Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the City and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the city and its future. Todd E. Borowski Barb Bruno Education: I am a graduate of St. John’s High School and No Response Received then continued my education at the University of Toledo. What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? This is my first time running for a public office. I am a good listen and problem solver. I know I will listen to community concerns and solve any issues based on what is best for the community. I have dealt with many issues coming at me from many angles in my professional career and personal life and worked to resolve them. I also enjoy people and look forward to listening to different opinions on how to make the our community better. We live in an amazing city, I look forward to keeping it that way! What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? As I said, Waterville is a great city. We are dealing with many families moving into the area. My focus will be on keeping the old downtown Waterville active and attractive. Waterville is expanding and new shopping plaza’s are being built, it will be harder to keep business in downtown Waterville. I want to focus on bringing business to our little downtown area, keeping the streets and alleys in good shape, and maintain the old buildings. We need to offer an incentive to the property owners to refurbish their paid off buildings and rent them. Allocate money to resurface the alley’s and offer an incentive to open a business in downtown Waterville. Rodney Frey Todd Gagne' No Response Received No Response Received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Harding Township - Responsibilities (Trustee): Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Responsibilities (Fiscal Officer): The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records.

Township Trustee Fiscal Officer Larry J. Buckenmeyer Rebecca P. Henderly What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill office's responsibilities? this office's responsibilities? No response received No response received What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and will you accomplish them? how will you accomplish them? No response received

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- Jerusalem Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Edward J. Gilbert, III Vernon G. Meinke No response received No response received Mark Sattler Education: Registered X-Ray Technologist Bachelors degree in Radiology and Health Management MBA in Finance

Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/mark.sattler.9406 What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? After retiring from a 42-year career in healthcare, one year ago I was appointed to fill the unexpired term vacated by the untimely passing of a Trustee. In the past year I have had the opportunity to use my finance, administration, and leadership experience (34 years of management and administration with the last 15 as Administrative Director over all of the Laboratories in the ProMedica Health System) to serve the needs and interests of the Jerusalem Township community.

In the year since my appointment, I have been involved in the following: • Regular Township Trustee meetings (2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings each month) to conduct regular trustee business – approval of revenues and expenditures, review and approval of financial statements, establish priorities for Roads & Bridge Maintenance, Zoning, Recreation, and Fire Dept. • Respond to issues brought forward by Jerusalem Township residents including refuse pick-ups, road maintenance, safe speeds in residential areas, and other issues of concern. • Passage of the 0.25 mill Cemetery Levy in 2018 to fund the expansion of our nearly-full, State-mandated Township Cemetery. • Selection and implementation of cloud-based back-up system for critical Township records • Lucas County Emergency Management Agency disaster drills to ensure Jerusalem Township is prepared in case of a Davis Bessie event • Represent Jerusalem Township on TMACOG (Toledo Metropolitan Area Council Of Governments) Water Quality Council concerned with addressing Lake Erie water quality • Work with US Army Corps of Engineers to address potential risk issues with our system of public and private dikes in the Township • Present Jerusalem Township issues at the twice-annual Legislative Caucus to ensure our State Legislators are aware of our local concerns • Work with Township departments and Fiscal Officer to implement improved budgeting practices

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What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? • Dike System: Work with other Trustees, MetroPark System, Reno Beach/Howard Farms Conservancy District, State of Ohio, Army Corps of Engineers, and private landowners to strengthen our dike system and protect Jerusalem Township residents and their property. • Maintain our Township Residents' quality of life through fiscal responsibility: Continue to improve our budgeting process to use our community resources in the most responsible manner to best serve you. • Continue to improve cooperation and collaboration in our Township – Working Together, We Can Accomplish More! • Continue to provide excellent Fire and EMS services to the community • Be open to business and residential opportunities that will benefit our Township. • I would like to meet and talk with every family in Jerusalem Township to hear what you think is important. If it's important to you, then it's important to me. In my current responsibilities as Trustee, I am using my skills and experience in leadership, communication, and collaboration to inform and engage more of our Jerusalem Township constituents as well as government entities and representatives to collaborate to accomplish goals that benefit all parties.

Fiscal Officer Responsibilities: The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. Anna M. Buschmann No Response Received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Monclova Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Chuck Hoecherl Education: BA The University of Toledo, MBA The University of Toledo Certified Treasury Professional Ohio Township Leadership Academy Ohio School of Banking Website: www.monclovatwp.org Email: [email protected] What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? With over 20 years of business experience in the private sector, 12 years of managing the growth within Monclova Township, and serving in a leadership capacity on multiple boards, I bring a wealth of experience to this position. I have worked on multi-million dollar budgets, long-term and strategic planning, labor negotiations, and economic development. Monclova Township has had a budget surplus every year that I have served as a Trustee. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My highest priority if elected will be managing the growth within the Township while maintaining its character, safe neighborhoods, excellent roads, and desirable schools. This will be accomplished by encouraging balanced growth in our Economic Development Zones (Briarfield Dr., Technology Dr. and Toledo Express Airport). Growth in these areas can continue to provide funding for other Township residential services such as road repaving, refuse, Fire and Emergency Services and Policing services.

Township Fiscal Officer Responsibilities: The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. Gavin S. Pike No Response Received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Providence Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Jeremiah J. Floyd James E. Stang Education: No response received Education: Graduate of University of Toledo What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I have over 40 years experience in running a very successful concrete and masonry business. I am also very adept at my current job in construction management. I have a military background as an Army Office, again in charge of a lot of lives, property and money (budget). All these life experiences give me the knowledge and skills to help run a township the size of Providence. I am currently head of township zoning board and attend the trustees’ meetings, so I have a good pulse for what is actually going on in the township.

What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My priorities will be to first to blend into a group of people who have been running the township for years; but at the same time help and make sound business / management suggestions as needed.

Township Fiscal Officer Responsibilities: The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. Julie Ludwig No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Richfield Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. John Hassen Andrew Lumbrezer (Write-In) No Response Received No Response Received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Township Fiscal Officer Responsibilities: The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. Linda S. Decker No Response Received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Spencer Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. John Dean Anderson Anthony Bettinger D. Hilarion Smith No response received No response received No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Township Fiscal Officer Responsibilities: The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. Dawn E. McDonald No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Springfield Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities (Trustee): Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Responsibilities (Fiscal Officer): The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records.

Township Trustee Fiscal Officer Andy Glenn Barbara Dietze Education: Associates Degree Law Enforcement No response received Facebook: Springfield Township Trustee Andy Glenn

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill office's responsibilities? this office's responsibilities? What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I have served 4 terms as Springfield Township Trustee. During this time I have focused on providing improved service to our residents without raising property taxes. Together with my fellow trustee’s, we have built an incredible team at Springfield Township who will continue to make our township the best place to live in NW Ohio. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and will you accomplish them? how will you accomplish them? What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My main focus over the next 4 years is to find a solution to policing in Springfield Township without raising property taxes. I began putting these pieces together 3 years ago, and I believe that over the next 4 years we will have the funds available to accomplish this goal.

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- Swanton Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Jeff Powers Gary Schroeder Education: Graduate of Swanton High School class of 1978, CDCA II state certification, Attended Adrian College with studies majoring No response received in Labor Law, Psychology and Public Speaking. Email: [email protected] What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? Nearly 3 decades of elected leadership experience in service to the working men and women of Toledo Jeep Unit UAW Local 12 prior to my full 30 year retirement in 2008. Most relevant credentials from my leadership experience at Jeep listed below. o Financial Treasurer/Recording Secretary (elected) o Chairman of the Board of Trustees (elected) o Shop Steward 1983-1995 (elected) o Contract Bargaining Committee member for the contract of

1997 that negotiated the construction of the new Toledo Jeep assembly complex. o Contract Bargaining Committee Officer for the 2003 Jeep contract that secured continued expansions of the facility, new product lines and the ongoing hiring that all still exists to this day. o Health and Safety training and representative for over 20 years. o Certified in work efficiency standards. o CDLA class A with endorsements N, P & T with zero violations. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? Improvements on health and safety concerns that are being neglected:

As a former safety rep. with years of training and experience I have a very trained eye for potential hazards. I see them around our area right now and I will immediately put our resources to work under my guidance.

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Equal representation to all members of our Township: It has always been in my constitution to represent everyone with the same extreme level of tenacity. ALL of our residents will experience my being visibility, effectiveness, informativeness and availability 24/7/365. Create transparency in all areas of Township Board activity: Allow residents to view financial reports in their entirety by making them available on paper at Township meetings. Upgrade our Township website so that all relevant, factual and audio recorded minutes of the Township meetings can be heard by all residents unable to attend instead of an edited, politicized version in type. None of which are currently being done for the hard working, tax payers of our Township. This will be accomplished simply by me being elected and accountable to our residents.

Township Fiscal Officer Responsibilities: The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. Peggy Michael No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Sylvania Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. James “Bud” Crosby Neal Mahoney Education: High School graduate United States Marine Corps veteran Ohio Fire Academy Honor graduate Extensive FIRE & EMS certifications and training programs No Response Received Current Occupation: Retired Sylvania Twp. Firefighter/Paramedic 36 year FIRE/EMS career Email: [email protected] Website: electbudcrosby.com What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? My long career in FIRE/EMS provided me opportunities to develop many skills. Among them: communication and team building skills, understanding the importance of preparation and knowledge, the confident ability to function in challenging conditions, how to contribute as both a team leader and a team member. I have other relevant experiences. I have the experience of owning and managing commercial properties. I also have first hand experience of township road maintenance having worked multiple years in a township maintenance department. Of note is the fact that I have faithfully attended nearly every single trustee meeting for the past two and half years. I am well aware of the issues brought before the board. I have witnessed the board's actions in many different situations. I have risen to speak to the board multiple times to encourage openness in discussion and decision making. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? Accessibility and openness to township residents is important. To treat all residents fairly without favoritism or prejudice. To ensure that the township enjoys the best value for their tax dollar. I will improve the exchange of information to the community using digital platforms to

encourage and embrace their involvement in local government. I would welcome all who wish to be heard. I am retired and able to commit all the time and energy necessary to be an effective trustee. I have no other business distractions and influences that may create conflict.

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Fiscal Officer Responsibilities: The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. David J. Simko Education: University of Toledo, B.A., 1971 (Major Political Science, Economics and History) Capital University Law School, J.D., 1975 What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I have been the Fiscal Officer since 2004. Prepare for Trustees and public accurate minutes of meetings. Oversight of our financial accounts to ensure accuracy, understandability and transparency as to tax dollar receipt and expenditure. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? Continuance of the above by attending prescribed continuing education seminars put on by the State Auditor.

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- Washington Township - Township Trustee Responsibilities: Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Kellie M. Schlachter Joanne Vail-Nixon Education: Associate Degree - Managerial Accounting Education: Bachelor of Education, Elementary Education Bachelors Degree - Dual major - Accounting and Business Masters of Education, Learning Disabilities/Behavioral Masters - Business Administration Handicapped Email: [email protected] email: [email protected] What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I have over 30 years’ experience and education in business and I have served as Trustee for four years. Serving the Township finance. I am passionate about the community and its requires a team effort and I am a team player. I retired from residents. I want to see the community thrive not only now but education which prepared me to work with all types of people into the future. I have volunteered for many years in the and base decisions and actions on well-founded research and community. Some of my volunteer activities include helping budget-mindedness. I wrote several grants that benefited my with the Point Place/Shoreland parade, help fund raise for the students and the districts I served. Upon my retirement and Point Place military memorial pathway, run the Point Place move back to Washington Township in 2009, volunteering has Heritage Society Facebook page and was the historian, was a been important. I served as alternate on both the Township's co-captain of the Point Place/Shoreland block watch for several Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals for three years years, currently co run a nonprofit that hosts the Christmas and was an active member of the Washington Township Fire Procession and Ms. Point Place/Shoreland contest each year in Department Corps, supporting the firefighters by fundraising December, and helped with planning of the city of Toledo 100 and maintaining the public area of Station 72. As a Lucas year Dempsey fight celebration on July 4th 2019 at Detwiler County Master Gardener Volunteer, I established and Park in Point Place. For over a year I helped on a local initiative coordinated construction of the planting boxes at WTFD and to Keep The Jail in downtown Toledo. This is where I learned a continue to maintain them. I have also served on the Keep lot about politics, research, the law, and creating new laws. In Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful Board of Directors. the end the initiative passed and now is part of the city of Toledo charter. Outside of the Washington Township community I sit on the Fair Housing Board and I am their treasurer. All of the above are volunteer activities. I also work full time as the Chief Financial Officer for a large nonprofit and co-own an estate sale business. I have experience working with local and federal grants, helped write grants, and have researched grants which would be a benefit to the township. All of my education and experience will help me to fulfill the duties of a trustee and foster the involvement of our residents. I believe I am the new voice needed for change and sustainability.

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What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My highest priority is to serve the people in my community. My priorities are safety, protecting tax dollars and They deserve transparency and for the township to be fiscally communication. Ohio's Townships were originally charged with responsibility with their money. I also believe listening to the maintaining roadways and keeping the peace. Our mission voters/residents and how they want to see their community remains much the same. We continue to work as a team to meet improve in a year, five years, and ten years is extremely those ends. The safety and wellbeing of our residents and important. Three trustees may have the vote but it’s the employees is paramount. I will remain vigilant in researching majority of the people that should dictate that vote. The issues and not be afraid to make decisions, popular or not. I will trustees should be the voices of the people they serve. My continue to maintain regular contact with department interaction with the community and its residents has shown me supervisors to be certain we are addressing their needs and to the need for more safety measures on our busy streets and search for grant dollars that will enhance the Township's safety! safety on our bridge for children who want to ride their bikes to Monitoring regular maintenance of our assets, comparing costs Point Place. Working with Chris Delaney (Toledo district 6 of various services and making sound decisions are required to councilman) I have already helped bring a speed limit study to protect our tax dollars. Finally, I consider open lines of both Point Place and the township. Currently the study is with communication are required to meet our residents' needs, and I the engineers at ODOT and the results should be approved by will continue to make every effort to take every message to a the end of September. The study came about when I headed a conclusion. group to allow golf carts/slow moving vehicles into the township. Focusing on the priorities I would look at grants to help fund safety and also suggest the township meetings get changed to 6pm instead of 5pm so more residents can attend. The time of the meetings should be convenient for the majority of the community. I also attend the monthly township meetings and post a summary on Facebook. Unfortunately, the township only meets once a month and the approved minutes are not posted until five or six weeks after the meetings take place. I will work directly with the residents to fulfill the priorities and also listen to their concerns. Being fiscally responsible means, I will be a watch dog for all spending and also really look at the expenses. Many in our community cannot afford to pay more property taxes because they are extremely high now and some are on fixed incomes. When younger generations look to moving to the township, they see how high the property taxes are and move elsewhere. That is something I would like to help get under control for not only the current residents but the future residents.

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- Waterville Township - Responsibilities (Trustee): Trustees are the board making up the legislative authority in the township and also fulfills many executive responsibilities. The Board has the responsibility to maintain township roads, cemeteries and parks, and provide for safety services and zoning as residents deem necessary. Responsibilities (Fiscal Officer): The fiscal officer is elected to oversee and safeguard the township funds and work with the trustees to see monies are spent wisely and in the best interest of the residents. Fiscal officers are also the keepers of all the township records. Trustee Fiscal Officer Brett Warner No Candidate Filed Education • 1985 Graduate of Anthony Wayne High School • 1985 Graduate of Air Force Basic Training • 1986 Graduate of AF Security Forces Training Academy • 1992 Graduate of Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy • 1993 Graduate of Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy • 1995 Graduate of Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Senior Leadership Academy • 1997 Graduate of D.A.R.E. Association of Ohio Instructor Training • 1999 Graduate of Air Force Training Instructor Academy • 2004 Graduate of Air Force Anti-Terrorism Level II Training Academy • 2009 completion of Ohio Township Training Requirements • Accumulated over a year of credit hours in the Community College of the Air Force (Air University) during 23 years of military service

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? Current occupation: Law Enforcement 1. Annexation 2. Financial shortfalls 3. Maintaining public services. I will address the above listed issues and any other items that may need to be considered by forming a long term plan for the Future of Waterville Township. I will work with residents to identify and align their biggest concerns. I will then provide an outline of a long term plan to address individual issues with residents for further input. One of my main goals is to assist in creating, maintaining, and updating a communication network with residents. I believe it is extremely

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What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? • Serving on the board previously for seven years provided me with knowledge and experience of the specific duties. Annual Training received from the State Township Association proved to be very valuable and I hope to continue to use that training. • During my 23 year military career I was often faced with challenges of fiscal responsibility to operate within set budgets. I maintained leadership and supervision roles. The knowledge I gained was important understanding the value of correctly representing those who put their confidence in their leaders.

• My 25 years of Law Enforcement have provided me a working knowledge of understanding laws, but more importantly how to foresee the impact of laws on daily tasks. Township Government is the oldest form of government but will never supersede State Law. Therefore, understanding the Ohio Revised Code is helpful in carrying out the duties of a Trustee. • Living in the Anthony Wayne Community for the better part of 50 years provides me with and understanding of the expectations of residents. I have always taken great pride in my community and have persistently tried to serve the residents in a manner that they will approve of.

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- Berkey Village - Mayor Responsibilities: Village Mayor is the chief executive of the Village. The Mayor’s duties are established by Council. The Mayor also has judicial powers where there is no municipal court. Jeffery C. Rae No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Berkey Village Council (2) Berkey Village Clerk-Treasurer No Candidates Filed No Candidate Filed

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- Harbor View Village - Mayor Responsibilities: Village Mayor is the chief executive of the Village. The Mayor’s duties are established by Council. The Mayor also has judicial powers where there is no municipal court. Rick Brink No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Harbor View Village Clerk-Treasurer Harbor View Village Council Harbor View Village Council (3) Lorraine Crapsey Annette Joseph No Candidates Filed No response received No response received N/A What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Holland Village - Mayor Responsibilities: Village Mayor is the chief executive of the Village. The Mayor’s duties are established by Council. The Mayor also has judicial powers where there is no municipal court. Lee R. Irons Education: 76 years old, educated in Toledo public schools. Graduate from University of Toledo. Retired educator from Springfield Schools. What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? Member of Holland Council since 1981. Incumbent Mayor, past President of Council. Longest continuous service of elected official in Lucas County. I have served on all standing committees and supervised each of the Village departments as a Councilman. What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? My priorities include maintaining quality of all Village services, ensuring financial stability and continuing prudent budgeting. I place great value in the partnerships we have with our Township and Springfield School District.

Village Council Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the Village and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the Village and its future. Terry L. Nachtrab Ryan Spangler (Unexpired Term) Noah Stone No response received No response received No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Ottawa Hills Village - Mayor Responsibilities: Village Mayor is the chief executive of the Village. The Mayor’s duties are established by Council. The Mayor also has judicial powers where there is no municipal court. Kevin M. Gilmore No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them?

Village Clerk-Treasurer Responsibilities: Village Clerk is the chief fiscal officer and clerk for council. The clerk keeps records for council, records revenues and disbursements, and monitors budgets for the Village. Eric Shreve No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Village Council Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the Village and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the Village and its future. Matthew R. Gargas John G. Lewis Katherine O'Connell Education: BBA- Finance University of Education: MBA University of Chicago Education: B.A. Wittenberg University, Toledo (2019) BA Davidson College cum laude, 1979; Facebook: Ottawa Hills K to 12 J.D. Ohio State University College of https://www.facebook.com/gargasforohcoun Law, 1984 cil

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? I'm a life-long resident of the village. Along Public offices held: Ottawa Hills Board of Ottawa Hills with a Finance degree, I have been a tennis Education 1995 to 2011, Ottawa Hills Ottawa Hills Council Member since and football coach at OHHS for 4 years and Clerk Treasurer 2012 to 2015, Ottawa Hills 2012 counting. My background and experiences Village Council 2016 to 2019. Clerk-Treasure of Ottawa Hills, have provided me with many skills which I 2008-2011 believe to be critical to a Council position and Ottawa Hills Planning and Zoning include issue identification, problem solving Commission, since 1997 and strategies to resolve issues. Ottawa Hills President of Ottawa Hills Parent is a great community and I want to be their Teacher Organization, 2001-2002 voice in local government. The Village is a naturally beautiful place that I want to see University of Toledo College of Law continue to grow and yet maintain the Director of Legal Writing, 2018 to historic beauty of the streets, buildings and present homes. My passion, education and work Dean of Student Affairs, 2015 – experiences can provide the most benefit to 2017 the residents of the City. Legal Writing Professor, 2005 to present

Practiced law in the areas of business, real estate and estate planning for over 20 years

What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them? One of the more pressing issues for the Highest priority is the Village's large I am committed to the community of Village is how to handle the excess in budget structural deficit. The current cash Ottawa Hills. If I am re-elected to reserves that we have. We should return balance will be consumed in the next Village Council my highest priorities

Page 46 some of this to the taxpayers but we must do several years. So additional revenues will will be to: it in a manner that is thoroughly be needed to continue to operate the A) Continue tradition of fiscal planned. People should keep the money they Villages operations and maintain its responsibility for Ottawa Hills; earn, we are overtaxed from the local level all capital assets such as the roads, bridges B) Continue improving relationships the way to the national level. The Village and public spaces. New revenues from between Ottawa Hills Council and should also make more significant additional property or income taxes will be the Ottawa Hills Schools; investments in infrastructure such as required. The key is raising taxes in the Pursue opportunities to provide roads. At the end of Fiscal Year 2019, the least destructive way for the Village long wider variety of newer housing Village is estimating that the balance of term. within the Village while retaining available funds will be $4.7 property values throughout the million. Residents want to see their tax Village; and dollars "go to work". Research shows that C) Pursue opportunities to create smaller governments are more efficient. Only some commercial development allowing ordinances that are absolutely within Ottawa Hills to serve the necessary and repealing those that are out of wishes of our citizens while date, or encroach on others rights. In retaining property values Ottawa Hills, we’re fortunate to have throughout the Village. residents willing to serve in leadership positions and many strong volunteer organizations. . Therefore, transparent government, accessible information and respectful communications are so important.

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- Whitehouse Village – Mayor Responsibilities: Village Mayor is the chief executive of the Village. The Mayor’s duties are established by Council. The Mayor also has judicial powers where there is no municipal court. Donald Lee Atkinson (Mayor) No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

What are your highest priorities when you are elected, and how will you accomplish them?

Village Council Responsibilities: The Council possesses the legislative powers of the Village and represents the residents’ concerns regarding the Village and its future. Mindy Curry Rebecca Conklin Kleiboemer No response received No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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- Board of Education Member - Anthony Wayne Local School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Jeffrey S. Baden Pam Brint No Response Resident of Waterville Township for 29 years Three children are Anthony Wayne graduates. Six grandchildren, five will attend Anthony Wayne Schools. Retired Dental Hygienist Co-Owner of Anthony Wayne Tire & Auto Repair in Monclova Completing 12th year as a member of AW Board of Education Served as Vice President and President Served on multiple Board Committees Superintendent's Business Advisory Committee Penta Career Center Liaison Legislative Liaison to Ohio School Board Association Anthony Wayne Schools Delegate to Ohio School Board Association What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

Having served on the AW Board of Education for 12 years, my experience allows guidance to the school district to continue to educate our students with positive outcomes and to become productive citizens. As a community business owner, I have insight into what the employment needs are and communicating how Anthony Wayne can address those needs. What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? Public education continues to be faced with the challenge of balancing funding available and providing the educational needs of the students. Our state legislators have still not put a fair and effective method of funding public education in place.

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Jayna Reagan Andrew Teet No Response Education: 2013 Graduate of Anthony Wayne High School 2017 Graduate of The Ohio State University, B.S. in Agriculture Email: [email protected] What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

In my current job as the cattle manager at Pettisville Grain Company I am tasked, daily, with analyzing information to make the best decisions for the future of my company’s cattle business. Being employed in the agriculture industry, I have become more adaptable because of the ever-changing factors influencing my decisions that generate positive change and profit for my company. Being a member of a school board requires the same ability to be adaptable and to use the information at hand to make the best decision possible for the future of a community’s students and school system. I believe my abilities and experiences will help my high school alma mater continue its tradition of excellence for years to come.

What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? The biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes are providing students enough career exposure and bringing everyone to the table to discuss ways we can implement a plan for more cross curricular education. Students should be exposed to many different careers so that when their short time as a student at Anthony Wayne is over, they are better prepared to make career decisions that will positively impact their lives. Furthermore, career preparedness is rooted in the application of the education that students receive. Implementing a plan for more cross curricular education will help students understand the “why” of what they are learning. These two concepts have provided me a strong start in my career, but I would like students to experience them sooner and I hope to work alongside administration, teachers, and students to make that happen.

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Evergreen Local School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Nora E. Kiefer

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them?

Maumee City School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Diane Balcerzak Michael Wiley No Response Education: Bowling Green State University: Masters Degree in Educational Administration, 2000 Defiance College: Bachelor Degree in Comprehensive Social Studies/Education, 1986 Current Occupation: Retired School Administrator Email: [email protected] Twitter: @MikeWileyMCSBD Facebook: www.facebook.com/MikeWileyMaumeeSchoolBoard What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

I recently retired after 33 years in education, having been employed in both public and private schools. I taught for 13 years and have served as either a high school assistant principal, junior high school principal, or elementary assistant principal for 20 years. In addition, I have been a coach for both boys and girls sports, and have been an athletic director. I have

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also served as the district representative for all special education meetings at the secondary level and served as the district testing director. I feel the aforementioned experiences in my career in education, along with my 4 years on the Maumee City School

Board have prepared me for another four year term.

What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? I believe the biggest challenges in improving educational outcomes are poverty and trauma. It is no secret that students lower on the socio-economic scale struggle more in school. They tend to enter school less prepared and have less support at home. I think a school district can address poverty by having a good pre-school and early education (grades K-2) programs that can target these students and get them caught up by third grade. After school programs also help when it comes to homework and other supports. It is also important that schools address trauma in students. Students come from dysfunctional families, abusive situations, and drug addiction scenarios. Those issues cause trauma which makes it more difficult for students to learn. It is my belief that schools need to address mental health in the buildings. Maumee is fortunate that all of our buildings have a school counselor. Maumee is also using state funds to set up wrap around services to help the district address mental health in after school programs.

Oregon City School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Heather Miller (Unexpired Term) Jeffrey S. Ziviski No response received No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Ottawa Hills Local School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Lisa Brown Education: BA in Communication from the University of Toledo What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

My interest in making a difference in our schools started 18 years ago when our oldest child entered kindergarten. Since then, I have volunteered in various organizations. These experiences have allowed me to understand our community and our kids. As president of the Ottawa Hills Schools Parent Association, I helped lead the effort that brought two support organizations (the Mother's Support Group and the Parent Teacher Organization) together to create a single organization that was more efficient and effective. I have been the OH Theatre Department's communication liaison for several of the District's productions. In this role, I’ve worked with our students by providing clear and direct communication regarding all aspects of each child's roles and responsibilities. Additionally, I've held the positions of finance chair and treasurer for the Junior League of Toledo, demonstrating my fiscal responsibility. What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? As with any very successful organization, the need for change is sometimes not recognized. However, with my experience I understand that the school needs to evolve in order to meet the changing needs of the community. Our community is more diverse with a broader range of needs than ever before. My goal is to build a school that helps to understand a student's learning style and then create a more customized curriculum for each student.

Springfield Local School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Kenneth Musch No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them?

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Sylvania City School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Vicki Donovan Lyle Greg Feller Education: B.S., Education, BGSU, graduate of Whitmer High Education: Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering, School Purdue University Website / Email / Twitter / Facebook: Vicki Donovan Lyle for Email: [email protected] Sylvania Board of Education Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FellerForSylvania/ What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

It has been an honor to serve on the Sylvania Board of I am a small business owner, I am knowledgeable on the Education for the last sixteen years. While I ran initially Sylvania area real estate market, I have served on the boards of because of my passion for education and my degree in that field, the Toledo Home Builders Association and Habitat for Humanity it has been truly inspirational to observe and participate in the and I have three children in the school system. I believe these outstanding and amazing work that takes place in Sylvania. We experiences will allow me to serve the school board in a logical have been presented with unique opportunities to do and fiscally responsible way. collaborative work in our district and I look forward to continuing that work with our teachers and classified employees. Working together to represent the constituents of our District and working alongside all of those who work so hard every day in our District we look to continue to advance Sylvania in providing opportunities and outcomes for our students that are exceptional. My years of experience from my children in the District to my years of board service will continue to provide a wealth of experience and perspective to serve our community. What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? The challenges facing public education are many, including As a candidate for the Sylvania School Board of Education I unrealistic federal and state mandates, state testing, OTES, lack think one of the biggest challenges we face in the immediate of appropriate funding and unfunded mandates, yet each year future is hiring a permanent superintendent and I look forward everyone rises above to provide exceptional experiences for our to helping with that process. students. Many of these challenges are political and must be addressed through our state representatives. It is incumbent that we raise our voices for public education as it is a right of all children to have the opportunity for a quality education to prepare the for their future.

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Toledo City School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Sheena Barnes Website: barnesfortps.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: Sheena Barnes for TPS What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

I have worked and volunteered for the past 8 years in positions that help youth navigate through environmental challenges from employment such as the YWCA Battered Women’s Shelter as the Children Advocate to my current position as a Community Health Worker for Lucas County. I am a certified trauma informed care specialist with several years of experience as a sexual assault and domestic violence outreach advocate. I am current sitting on 2 boards, which are geared to help the community through situations that affect some TPS families. What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? One of the biggest challenges TPS face is the growing population of the homeless youth status in Lucas County, I plan to partner with organizations to build up in house wrap around services for students and their families. It will not completely eliminate the house insecurities our children face but it will give a more direct assistance approach to information to environmental challenges such as this. The next challenge is funding for TPS, I am advocate and speaking up to get assist for others is what I do. I will use my platform as a TPS board meeting in meetings, at events and hearings at state level to work with elected officials and other public school districts to ensure TPS will have enough funding to continue giving our students higher quality education.

Dan Jaksetic Education: Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting - June 1984, The University of Toledo Certified Public Accountant - Ohio License # 22480 issued July 15, 1988

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

The sum of my life experiences. I taught myself to read at age 4. I taught my brother Ken to read when I was age 6 and he was age 5. I understand and value the importance of reading. I have 2 daughters. I started reading to them within weeks of their birth. I started to teach them to read when they were each about 2 years old. When we would go to the store and they asked for candy, I let them each select a book instead. I enrolled my daughters in a book club. They each received their own separate mail containing 2 books about every other week.

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My oldest daughter is currently employed as an Emergency Room Physician in the Toledo area. My youngest daughter is a Science / Biology Teacher at IMG Academy, Bradenton, Florida (she was voted the school's Educator of the Year in 2016 by the IMG Academy students). Discipline is essential for young children and is inherent for a proper learning environment - this too I understand and value. Sports and extra-curricular activities are an important part of learning. I played many different sports growing up and was a Boy Scout. In high school, I ran Cross Country, wrestled, and played baseball. I was the football statistician for 2 years. I wrote for the school Newspaper and was on the Yearbook staff. I wrestled in college and was a 3-time placer in the Mid-American Conference @ 126 pounds. My favorite class in college was Astronomy. After college, I was a volunteer high school wrestling coach and started officiating high school and college wrestling. This season will mark 34 years as a high school wrestling official in the State of Ohio. I have officiated 29 Sectional Tournaments, 29 District Tournaments, and 18 State Tournaments. During my years as a coach, official, parent, and spectator, I have interacted with thousands of young student-athletes; and hundreds of coaches, teachers, and school administrators. I am very aware of the challenges facing young students today, including those within the Toledo Public School District.

What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them?

What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? For Toledo Public Schools, the biggest challenges are: 1) overcoming the circumstances of so many students from broken homes (or no homes); 2) understanding that a large percentage of students have been traumatized by violence and illegal drug use in their homes and neighborhoods; and 3) discipline. Many of the discipline problems stem from all the negative factors encountered by students before they even get to school.

How do you intend to address them? As a Board Member, it would be up to me to convince other Board Members, the school system administrators, parents, guardians, and students, that attitudes must change for Toledo Public Schools to survive.

The Ohio Department of Education has given Toledo Public Schools an overall failing grade (F). Some Board Members, school administrators and students, view the District. and themselves, as victims for a variety of reasons. These attitudes must change. Toledo Public Schools does not have some of the advantages of other school districts (such as Ottawa Hills) and likely never will.

The Toledo Public Schools are located within The United States of America. We have opportunities not available in many other parts of the world. If Toledo Public Schools were located within Syria or Yemen or Somalia, those associated with Toledo Public Schools might truly be victims. That however, is not the case. Toledo Public Schools are within the greatest country, with the most opportunities, anywhere on planet Earth.

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Granted, many of our students come from poor families, poor neighborhoods, and poor circumstances. That is a major reason why our students must take advantage of the opportunities that are available to them. They do not have the luxury of squandering the opportunities in front of them, no matter how lacking they may perceive them to be.

Students with reading problems, including dyslexia, must be identified early. Parents / guardians need to be encouraged to have in- home libraries, no matter how small. As a general statement, students with reading problems tend to have more disciplinary problems. That is why teaching every student to read is critical to overall success. We can expand opportunities for our students by returning to an emphasis on trades and vocational training as early as is feasible. The closing of Macomber/Whitney in 1991 was egregious. I propose that truck driver training be added - presumably at the Woodward High School campus.

Woodward has seen a decline in enrollment, is in a severely economically depressed area, and located in the vicinity of much of the area's traditional trucking industry: Manhattan / Stickney/ Matzinger. Students could obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) upon completion of their training and start driving and earning up $50,000 to $60,000 / year.

Many former TPS students and their parents) have told me that they feel that they have been scammed (their words) by being pushed into 4-year college degree programs that have not led to a decent paying job. They have stated they would be much better off had they pursued a trade or vocation and avoided the student loan mess.

"TPS Proud” as a marketing slogan seems hollow to me. Almost none of the TPS students can tell you about the namesake of their school.

I was at a home football game at Waite High School about 10 years ago and a young female student from the visiting school asked a young female student from Waite why her school was named “Waite". The Waite student hesitated for a fair amount of time then blurted out "wait a minute".

I took the time to explain that Waite High School was named after a great man named Morrison R. Waite. Morrison R. Waite was a Toledo lawyer who went on to become Chief Justice of The United States Supreme Court. After the contentious election of Rutherford B. Hayes of Fremont, Ohio as President (Hayes won by one electoral vote), Chief Justice Waite, at the behest of outgoing President U.S. Grant, swore in Rutherford B. Hayes as President of The United States earlier than scheduled, in a private ceremony in the Red Room of the White House.

Roy C. Start was a Toledo Mayor and founder of the West Toledo YMCA. E.L. Bowsher served as Superintendent of Toledo Schools for 20 years. Jessup W. Scott was an Editor of The Toledo Blade newspaper during the 1840s and envisioned Toledo as a future Great City of the World.

I would like TPS students to devote part of a day each year to learning about the namesake of their school as part of a “spirit" or "pride” day.

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Washington Local School District Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Irshad Bannister Melanie M. Garcia Education: MBA from The University of Findlay Education: Monroe Community College Bachelor's from Bowling Green State University 16 years Banking Industry What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

I have ran a financial business for over 10 years where I have I've been referred to as just a mom, a homemaker in this managed and trained dozens of individuals. My knowledge and campaign for a board of education seat. It's a title I am proud of experience managing tens of millions of dollars allows me to have as many women are and should be. Let me please clarify my great insight on how to be fiscally responsible with tax payer's background and show you what this mom, homemaker brings to money. My experience also allows me to be able to work with the table. people of all different backgrounds and perspectives which is especially important on a school board because it's a 5 person I worked in the banking industry for 16 years and attended panel with all equal voting power. In order for anything to get Monroe Community College for two years, stopping just shy of done you have to be able to work well with others. my degree when life happened.

God blessed me with triplets; 2 of whom are special needs (cerebral palsy). I went back to banking after their birth for an additional 2 years until the needs of my children became greater. That is when I made my decision to stay home to meet their needs.

I never looked back or had any regrets. My specialty just turned in a different direction. I researched and advocated for every need they had and still have and take great pleasure in helping other families, not just special needs families.

I didn't just become involved in the classrooms. I was parent club secretary and then president along with membership in 2 schools, I was involved with Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. I was in a parent-mentor program years ago in the district. I became very involved with the Ability Center and the Board of Developmental Disabilities in advocacy while having quite a bit of funding given in honor of my children.

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I am an advocate, self educated nurse, therapist, financier, makeshift attorney, loving mother and wife, and I know my way around common sense and business. I feel that I am the classic representation of the common people in this district, with my finger on the pulse of what us regular folks need for our kids. The board needs diversity from all walks and backgrounds.

One of my sons is in the Air Force, while working with Bedford Fire Department. My daughter, confined to a wheelchair, holds down a job while working at cross fit trying to gain the use of her legs. My other son is completely dependent on us for every need. There is no better skill spectrum for your kids than what I bring to the table.

I have many nursing education courses under my belt, taken to provide care for my kids that most parents will never know or face. I became focused and researched on what they are entitled to as far as their education, and the best ways to achieve and

help meet their needs and goals. What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? The biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes are The goal is always to not just maintain, but ensure positive smaller classroom sizes and the lack of state funding to support growth, both for my kids and yours. Always stay aware of the public education. As a board member I will continue to lobby newest policies. Always think a step ahead. the state to see that Washington Local receives the funds we are entitled to receive based on their own formula. For our kids to Let's use the wraparound services as an example, that will help receive the best education possible it's imperative that we keep our educators provide the optimal classroom experience for our classroom sizes to a responsible level. To do this we have to kids. For the next 2 years, WLS will receive more than $1 million continue to hire great teachers, fill the jobs that were left empty & $2 million each year to help with emotional, physical, & by retirees, and find creative ways to make sure the salaries for spiritual needs of our students. I want to advocate & ensure our these teachers are budgeted for every year. educators have a voice in this process....let's talk about that now.

A successful contributor on the board of education should not be based solely on a formal education level. We need to have a diverse, cohesive BOE that can bring different levels of knowledge to the table. I feel that the knowledge I have in finances, advocacy, communicating, listening and compromising, is essential to having a well-rounded board.

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Eric Kiser Karen Mayfield Facebook: Eric Kiser for Washington Local Schools Education: Maumee High School graduate Twitter: @eric_kiser Email: [email protected] Facebook: "Karen Mayfield for WLS"

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

I served on the school board from April 2014-December of 2017. Because of my 18+ years’ working in the administrative offices of During My time on the board I developed the district guidelines Ottawa Hills Local Schools, and the fact that both my daughters for naming facilities after individuals, co-chair of the 2014 levy, are teachers, I understand and appreciate what administrators, advocated for elementary additions and improvements, twice teachers, and support staff need to do their jobs effectively. held meetings with state legislator Teresa Fedor regarding state Good partnerships between district personnel, parents, and the funding issues /educational issues and helped establish the community are essential in providing children with the best tradition of staff handing their graduating child their diploma. I education possible. I will work hard to facilitate that partnership learned the ability to forge consensus among the board on in Washington Local. meaningful issues and projects. What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? One of the largest obstacles to academic outcomes in our district I believe the biggest challenges to improving educational is lack of stability in state standards. I will partner with the outcomes include creating smaller class sizes, providing time for administration and our unions to advocate in Columbus for our teacher and staff collaboration and professional development, kids. Another and no less important issue is the impact of socio- and getting parents’ partnership and commitment to support the economics on our families, I will partner with our administration learning process. Creating smaller class sizes or learning groups and our unions to seek out partnerships to expand supports for must be explored and implemented to keep discipline and families in need of assistance. structure within the classroom, and to make sure each child receives any additional assistance or services they need. I would propose the district administrators, teachers, and support staff get training and time to review student data, to collaborate and create lessons and strategies to improve student performance, and to work diligently in getting parents engaged to ensure and enhance their students’ success. All of this takes time, but the results are worth it. Christopher D. Sharp (Unexpired Term) No response received What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities?

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Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West Governing Board Member Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Jeff Bunck Barbara Laird Education: MEd + 26 semester hours No Response What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? I have been involved in public High School education since 1976, as a teacher, coach and administrator, retiring in 2010. I then taught at BGSU for one year. The following year I was appointed as a Governing Board Member by the ESCLEW. In the six years I have been on the Board I have server a vice President on year and President three years. During this six year span of service I have attender four National Educational conferences and five OSBA conferences. One final point, I have a 100% attendance record for Board meetings. What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? The single most important challenge to improving educational outcomes, in my opinion, is solving the problems associated with poverty. Children growing up in poverty have a much harder time achieving growth and achieving desirable outcomes. How do you solve this? Easy, first make sure kids have enough food to keep their minds and bodies working. Second, elect people who will spend money on job training programs, a practical continuation of classroom education.

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Jared J. Lefevre (Unexpired Term) James A. Telb No response received Education: Education: BBA-Industrial Management, University of Toledo MPA-Police Science, City University of New York MBA-Organizational Management, University of Toledo Ph.D-Educational Administration, University of Toledo What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them?

Experience: Toledo Police Department - Patrol Officer U.S. Treasury Department, Bureau of Narcotics (DEA). Special Agent University of Toledo - Tenured Professor - Law Enforcement/ Criminal Justice Lucas County - Served 28 years as Sheriff (elected to seven - four year terms) Ohio Peace Officer Training Council - Past Chairman, 11 year member United States Air Force - Security Police Current: University of Toledo - Professor Emeritus - Criminal Justice Current: State of Ohio - Certified Peace Officer Current: Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West - Governing Board Elected - two terms - seven years Current: Penta Career Center - Board of Education - appointed one year

What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? The biggest challenge to improving educational outcomes starts with the home and family environment. Students, if in attendance, spend 5 - 7 hours per day in school for the 180 days in the school year. The classroom learning experience needs to be supported in the home by the responsible family members. This does not occur in some homes, thus, the educational outcomes are less than expected.

In the school buildings including the campus, educators must address security and safety concerns. Bullying has become a challenge, as well as drug abuse, gangs and gang violence as well. Absenteeism, for whatever reason, reduces the chances of meeting or improving educational objectives. There are numerous other challenges that need to be identified and addressed. Educators need to become more involved with student - family issues if students are not performing well. Faculty, administrators, coaches, and Board members will need to be involved if there is to be improvement in the educational outcomes. There is a financial cost to this approach and a social/societal cost if the status quo remains. Parents and guardians must be brought into the educational processes.

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Wood County Educational Service Center Governing Board Member Responsibilities: School board members set educational goals and establish policy for the school system based on state laws and community values. A school board employs the superintendent and treasurer and holds them accountable for achieving those educational goals and managing the day-to-day affairs of the district in accordance with the school board’s policies. Kathy Limes Joseph L. Long No Response Received Education: Degrees from: Defiance College, Bowling Green State University, and The University of Toledo. What experiences have you had that will enable you to fulfill this office's responsibilities? Currently serving on the WCESC Governing Board, over 40 years in public education leadership roles.

What do you think are the biggest challenges to improving educational outcomes? How do you intend to address them? I believe one of the biggest challenges to improve educational outcomes is to attract and retain qualified teachers and administrators. Parents and grandparents, in some cases, need programs provided by the schools that help them deal with challenges students face. I will continue to support the WCESC’s effort to provide these learning opportunities. I also will continue to support learning opportunities provided by the ESC for future teachers as well as those beginning their careers.

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