MATTHEW A. WAND
OCCUPATION: Attorney
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Retail Sales, Customer Service
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College – J.D.; Portland State University – B.S. (Political Science); Mt. Hood Community College; Reynolds High School (Class of '93)
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Troutdale Budget Committee (Vice Chair); Troutdale Centennial Celebration Committee; Troutdale Library Siting Committee
Building the future, respecting the past.
My wife and I chose to live and raise our children in Troutdale, my hometown, because of its values and sense of community. I would like to serve you as City Councilor to make certain that Troutdale's children grow up with the same community values that I experienced and that our growth as a City respects our character.
Public safety is my highest priority, and the highest obligation of the City. The City may lose significant revenue from Multnomah County 's business tax, has lost revenues from building inspection services to neighboring cities, and currently pays a large and growing fee for fire services. I will protect full funding of our fine police officers. I support Troutdale's efforts to develop a more cost effective solution for fire protection.
Our strong community tradition continues with Troutdale's cooperation with local community groups, and in the popular programs offered by the Community Services Department. I support full funding of these vital community activities.
I will uphold your trust so that the progressive vision of the Troutdale Riverfront Plan, conducted with fiscal responsibility, will move forward and be a source of community pride and success.
I have started and operated a business since December 2006, and I understand the challenges faced by small businesses. In response to declining city revenues, I will work to reduce spending and avoid unnecessary debt and expense.
I look forward to serving you.
(This information furnished by Matthew A. Wand)
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