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The role of the Eugene Budget Committee is to not only serve as a watch dog of every cent spent by the city council, <br />but to be constantly aware of the value of that cent that is being spent. The role of the Budget Committee is to also <br />provide long reaching goals for not only the city councilors to consider, but for the city of Eugene to consider as well. <br />1 What do you see as the role of the Budget Committee? <br />I have been a political advocate for a few years here in Eugene. I use my skills as a public speaker and a consultant to <br />help individuals and measures with their campaigns. With this work, I get to hear a lot of individual voters and their <br />concerns with the city, the state, and the country. Speaking directly with the citizens of Eugene has been a great way <br />to learn about the various wants and needs of our community. I believe that I can bring what I've learned from the <br />citizens of the city of Eugene to this committee. <br />2 What particular contribution do you believe you can make as a member of the Budget Committee? <br />I currently sit on the Lane Community College Budget Committee. We had an opportunity this last fiscal year to deal <br />with a $10 million dollar budget gap, which was a result from poor over watch and a proverbial "Kicking the can down <br />the curb" mentality. This is something I strive to prevent in the future. <br />3 What experience or education have you had in reviewing financial data (budgets, financial statements, etc.)? <br />By being a city that Grows, a City that Listens, and a city that is Green. We must continually be aware that Eugene is <br />growing every day, and to follow those growths when they arise. We must strive to become better communicators, <br />listening and expressing what we are doing. We must always do what we can to be environmentally conscious as <br />well, striving for a greener city. <br />4 What three things can the City of Eugene do to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery? <br />I serve the LCC budget committee. I am a founding member of 2 political non-profits, which I served roughly 1 year <br />each. <br />5 What boards, commissions, or other public or civic groups do you currently serve on or have served on in the past? <br />Page 17 of 27 <br />Interested Applicants <br />4/2/2018 9:34:12 AM <br />InterestedApplicants <br />October 22, 2018, Meeting – Item 4