Rich Piazza

Thu., May 18, 2000

Resume: Republican, age 53 … first run at elected office … has worked 15 years as tax assessor for the Kootenai County tax assessor’s office … also has operated his own business, J & J Auto Renovating in Coeur d’Alene, for the past 13 years … has lived in Kootenai County for the past 27 years … attended about 3.5 years of college at three different schools … married for 32 years to Mary Lou, two grown children.

Why running: “We are not being represented by our current local officials.

People need to be listened to.”

Issues: Support responsible private property rights, including protection from activities that may negatively impact public health …. review all taxes to ensure fairness … increased communication with the public on all issues.

Local journalism is essential.

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