Education:
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Bachelor of Arts from Kalamazoo College
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Chemistry Major​
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Law Degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School
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Cum Laude​
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Work Highlights:
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Research Chemist at The Upjohn Company
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Associate Attorney at Rathert Law Offices
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Patent Attorney for Pfizer (20+ years, Retired)


A Voice of Reason for Residents
I will Seek FACTS & Connect You with Our City Council
F Follow the Residents’ Voices in Decision Making:
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Engage ALL Residents from the Start
A Accountability:
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Fiscal Responsibility by Focusing on Our Master Plan and Set Community Goals
C Community Engagement:
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Respectful Community Discussions to Find Common Ground to Move Forward
T Trust through Transparency:
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Ensure Equal Access/Input to ALL, especially Our Residents, and Timely Resolution
S Service - Active Community Volunteer:
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Appointed City Boards: Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and Local Development Finance Authority
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Board Member & Secretary of South Haven Community Foundation
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Organizational memberships include: AAUW-SH Chapter, American Legion Auxiliary, & Women Who Care
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Volunteer Activities Include:
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Liaison with local and surrounding rescue groups to help stray/abandoned cats
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Volunteer for The Domestic Violence Coalition, Inc in Paw Paw
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Pro bono attorney for Legal Aid of Western Michigan
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