Andy Rathbun

A candidate for Spokane City Council, northwest district, City of Spokane in the 2019 Washington General Election, Nov. 5

Age: 60

City: Spokane, Washington

Education: Graduated from Richland High School, then known as Columbia High School, in 1982. Graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in science. Graduated from Squadron Officer School and Air War College while in the Air Force.

Work experience: Worked in the Air Force and Air National Guard for 32 years. Now retired. Served on the West Central Community Center board of directors for more than 20 years, including 18 years as the vice president.

Political experience: Previously served as chair of the West Central Neighborhood Council. Ran for mayor of Spokane in 2019 before pulling out to run that year for a seat on the Spokane City Council, losing to Councilwoman Karen Stratton.

Family: Married to Melody Rathbun. Has three adult daughters and seven grandchildren.

Political donations: Reports raising $0 as of July 3, 2023.