Art Meikel

Personal: Age 51…born and raised in Anderson, Ind….moved to Spokane in 1984…retired Air Force major and C-135 pilot…formerly operated Meikel’s Upholstery…former airplane duct builder at Boeing Spokane…active in Big Brothers and Sisters of Spokane County…vice president, Gleneden Homeowners Association…member, National Rifle Association and Veterans of Foreign Wars…now retired…Methodist…married, two children.

Education: Master’s degree in aeronautical science, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Bunnel, Fla., 1984…bachelor of arts degree in economics, Butler University, Indianapolis, 1966…associate of arts degree in upholstery, Spokane Falls Community College, 1989.

Finances: Up to $10,000 of personal money and $500 in donations.

Issues: Lower property tax levies…improve roads and zoning in outlying area…reduce county budget…reduce neighborhood crime…manage growth.

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