Politics & Government

In Their Own Words: Meet Lake Forest Park Mayoral Candidate Mary Jane Goss

Former councilmember Goss is back

CANDIDATE PROFILE INFORMATION:

What is your full, legal name?   

Mary Jane Goss

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Where do you work and what is your job title? 

Licensed as a Managing Broker, Windermere RE/Shoreline

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When and Where Were You Born? 

Seattle- I am 55 years old.

Where do you live now and  how long have you lived there?

I live in the Sheridan Heights neighborhood, where I was raised, and have been a been a resident for 30 years.

 Spouse or domestic partner if any:

Yes- Henry R. Goss III

 Children:  

Four.

Education (include graduation date(s), if any):

Villanova University, Batchelor of Science, Accountancy 1991,  Certificate of Municipal Leadership, Association of Washington Cities

Military Service (include year(s) of discharge, if any):

 None.

Memberships and affiliations with clubs and other organizations:

 Dale Turner YMCA, Shoreline

National Women’s Political Caucus

Seattle King Association of Realtors

Member of Sheridan Beach Community Club

 Have you or a business you owned (or had principal interest in) ever filed bankruptcy? 

No.

 As an adult, have you been convicted or charged with a crime other than a minor traffic violation?  No.

CAMPAIGN INFORMATION:

Web site:  www.maryjanegossformayor.com

Email address:   mjgoss@gmail.com

Phone number:   206-550-2376

PREVIOUS ELECTED OFFICE(S):

 Elected:  Nov 1997  Council Position No. 3

               Nov 2001  Council Position No. 3

 Other campaigns for public office:

               Nov 1995   Council Position #6

 THIS CAMPAIGN:

 What is the primary reason you are running for this office?

I honestly feel this city needs to reflect the will of the voters on Prop 1 and live within the means of a small residential city of just over 5100 households without unnecessary and unwarranted tax increases.

I am seeking this position because I was recruited to run, because I have had previous experience on City Council, and I have demonstrated I will do the work necessary to run a good campaign and win.

What will be your top three priorities if you get elected and why?

To assure the continuity of our small residential community, as Mayor I will:

1. Ensure the City exercises the discipline and resourcefulness necessary to respond and meet our residents needs, including continuing to oppose unwarranted and irresponsible tax proposals like last year’s Prop 1

2. Protect services residents rely on, including public safety, as well as protect our neighborhoods and the environment.

 3. Ensure broader resident participation and transparency in our City government

What sets you apart from the other candidates and/or previous office holders?

My opinion has been consistent in regards to the City’s Proposition 1, as it was being discussed during the campaign, and now.

I was opposed to Proposition 1, and worked as Treasurer and supporter of the No on Prop 1 campaign.

I am not on Lake Forest Park City Council.  My service on Lake Forest Park City Council was 1998-2005  I have stayed abreast of city business.

I have been Co-President for Shorecrest High School PTSA and received a Golden Acorn award for my work

I have been endorsed by a number of organizations based on my past accomplishments and current campaign, who represent the views of a majority of residents, and who have not endorsed my opponents.

How much money do you expect your campaign to spend on this election?

 $20-25 thousand

 What groups or individuals are your major endorsers?

LFP GOV Watch
King County Democratic Central Committee
32nd District Democrats
Seattle King Association of Realtors
National Political Women’s Caucus of Washington
Washington State Progressive Caucus
M.L. King County Labor Council

State Representative Cindy Ryu

And many personal endorsements

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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