In Their Own Words: Meet Lake Forest Park Position No. 4 Candidate Chuck Paulsen

CANDIDATE PROFILE INFORMATION:

What is your full, legal name?

Chuck Paulsen

Where do you work and what is your job title?

QFC Inc. Senior Director of Pharmacy

When and Where Were You Born?

Seattle, Wash.

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

Lake Forest Park, Wash., about 17 yrs

Spouse or domestic partner if any:

Karen Paulsen

Children:

Two, currently in college, Zachary and Ashley

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

BS in Bacteriology and Public Health, Washington State University, 1984 BS Pharmacy, Washington State University, 1987.

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

None

Memberships and affiliations with clubs and other organizations:

Member & past secretary/treasurer of Washington State Pharmacy Association,

Chair of the Washington State Legislative & Regulatory Affairs Council

Advisory Board Member of the  Washington State Recovery Assistance Program for Pharmacists

Lake Forest Park Rotary.

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: chuck4lfpcouncil.com

Email address: cmprph@aol.com

Phone number: 206-365-7607

Campaign manager: Mark Phillips, David Bilski

Campaign manager contact information: 206-365-7607

PREVIOUS ELECTED OFFICE(S):

Elected: Board of Directors Pullman Memorial Hospital, Pullman WA.

Other campaigns for public office: Lake Forest Park City Council

THIS CAMPAIGN:

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

I have a long history of involvement in Lake Forest Park. This  involvement has allowed me to connect with many facets of the community and gain valuable knowledge from our  residents regarding the issues facing them, our City now and in to the near future. I have no agenda, hidden or otherwise. My demonstrated leadership skills, professionally and voluntarily, will lend knowledgeable input to managing finances,  building teams, preserving the environment, while listening to and representing our constituents.

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

1. Fiscal Management:In our current economic environment prudently managing our City's fiscal matters is an ongoing challenge. How to achieve this will be one of my priorities.  Looking forward, there is a need to continue to maximize the use of our City's resources (human & financial), seek investment opportunities and find ways that both make sense and that work. An extensive background in management and business will help me serve my community. 2. Building Teams: Lake Forest Park has recently become polarized by political faction and diverse mindsets. Our community is too small and close-knit to spend valuable time and energy in conflict with each other. My goal will be to apply my skills to build a framework for a shared vision of the city that collectively helps move us forward.I have the energy, passion, and experience to help insure that Lake Forest park supports senior & youth services, assures public safety, remains green and sustains the quality of life that we all enjoy. 3. Environment: I envision investing in the preservation of our trees, streams & trails that create a community that links people, places, and spaces. My goal will be to honor our community'svalues for encouraging safe walking ability, natural drainage, gathering places, and natural habitat. As a member of our City's Planning Commission,and through working with multi-commission members, I have learned the importance of balancing the need for future developmentand density with the effects on land preservation, neighborhoods and our natural environment.

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

*Involvement in youth sports & scouting

*Involvement as a member of the Lake Forest Park Financial Futures Task Force (2009)

*Involvement as a member of the Lake Forest park 100 Year Legacy Task Force (2007-2009)

*Involvement as a member of the Lake Forest Park Legacy Advisory Committee (2010-present)

*Involvement as a member and former chair of the Lake Forest Park Planning Commission (2006-present) I am the best qualified candidate as I have demonstrated passion, involvement, and experience for City Council Position #4.

How much money do you expect your campaign to spend on this election? $6-7 thousand

What groups or individuals are your major endorsers?

I have felt strongly that since I will represent the community of Lake Forest Park, I have reached out to abroad group of citizens to endorse my campaign. To name just a few that I am proud to have their trust are; Carol & Vern Dahl, Mayor David Hutchinson, Mark Phillips, Dave Bilski, George & Betsy Piano, State Representative Ruth Kagi, Anne Stadler, Kae Peterson, Jim Hansen, Roger & Connie Olstad, Scott Gochanoer, Doug Gouchanoer, and Mamie Bolender.