DAVE SHIELDS
OCCUPATION: Business owner, Shields & Bloom Investments
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: President/CEO EASTCO Machining, 1975-2002; College instructor (30+ years)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: University of Portland, MS; Portland State University, graduate studies; Portland State University, BS; Judson Baptist College, general studies
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Mt. Hood Community College Board, Director, Zone 1; City of Gresham Councilor, Zone 4; City of Gresham Budget/Finance Committee; Multnomah County I-Tax Educational Accountability Committee; Multnomah County Commission on Jail Policy and Procedures; Gresham Barlow School District Citizen Advisory Committee; Oregon School Board Association Legislative Policy Committee; Oregon Community College Association Board
DAVE SHIELDS' COMMUNITY/PROFESSIONAL/BUSINESS INVOLVEMENT
- Gresham Chamber of Commerce, Board member (2000-2006); President (2004)
- Gresham Chamber of Commerce Governmental Affairs Committee (2000-present)
- East Metro Economic Alliance
- City of Gresham Public Safety Bond Taskforce
- Mt. Hood Community College Bond Committee
- Metro's Joint Policy and Advisory on Transportation
- City of Gresham Economic Development Taskforce
DAVE SHIELDS WILL WORK TO:
- Provide fiscal oversight and accountability at all levels of college funding
- Support the college administration, faculty and staff efforts to provide a comprehensive community college for district citizens
- Establish joint partnerships with business and industry to provide training for future and current employees
- Provide early collegiate opportunities for local high school students
- Promote articulation agreements between colleges and universities so transfer students transition smoothly to four year institutions
- Support local government and business organizations in economic development by providing educational training and customized services
As a business owner, retired college instructor and active MHCC board member, I will continue my efforts to provide educational services while focused on fiscal responsibility and accountability. I will work to keep tuition costs contained so all students will have an opportunity to continue their education. I will continue to work collaboratively with statewide organizations, state legislators and local officials to insure MHCC has a funding level that protects our community's investment and essential educational services.
For principled leadership, vote Dave Shields.
(This information furnished by Dave Shields)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.