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Michael Heiydt

A candidate for Spokane County Fire District 3, position 1, Spokane County Fire District 3 in the 2019 Washington General Election, Nov. 5

City: Cheney, WA

Education: Graduated from Cheney High School in 1992. Graduated from Spokane Community College in 1996 in heavy equipment repair,

Work Experience: Spent 20 years as a diesel mechanic before opening his own repair shop. Peviously a District 3 volunteer firefighter for five years.

Political Experience: First run for office.

Family: Married. Has three daughters

Race Results

Candidate Votes Pct
Sharon J. Colby 2,922 56.38%
Michael Heiydt 2,261 43.62%

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