Steve Hasson (R)

Resume: 46, born in Spokane … elected Spokane County commissioner in 1988, re-elected in 1992 … switched from Democratic to Republican Party in 1995 … former county sewer program manager, planner, and parks and recreation planner … former carpenter and building contractor … member of several county and regional boards, and the Spokane and Valley chambers of commerce, Spokane Valley Business Association, Citizens League, Valleyfest … past Habitat for Humanity board member … bachelor’s degree in geography and urban planning, Eastern Washington University … married, three children. Lives in Spokane Valley.

Finances: Raised $32,019 as of Aug. 27, including $1,000 each from Paul Sandifur, Richard Ryberg, Northwood Properties and Lyle Johnson.

Why running:”There are many things that I want to accomplish, and I have the ability to accomplish those things.”

Top priority: “Efforts to shift law and justice dollars into preventative strategies.”

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