Jim West

Fri., Sept. 8, 2000

Personal

Divorced, no children.

Employment

U.S. Army, Medical Lake police officer, Spokane County sheriff’s deputy; owner of scuba shop for seven years; worked for Boy Scouts of America for last nine years, four as endowment director, five as summer camp director.

Education Lewis and Clark High School; attended University of Nevada, Spokane Community College, Spokane Falls Community College; graduated Gonzaga University, 1978.

Political history

Spokane City Council, 1980-83, state House of Representatives, 1983-86, state Senate 1987-present; unsuccessful runs for sheriff, mayor and lieutenant governor.

Issues

Safer neighborhoods, better roads, rewarding jobs.

Finances

$58,871 through Aug. 15.

Web site

www.strongmayor2000.com

Quote

“I’ve been in the trenches for 20 years, working for the city. I’m troubled by what I see today. It troubles me to see my town, my community stagnate. I think it’s time for Spokane to be great again.”

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