| Resident of Spruce Grove since: |
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| Council history: |
- Elected to fourth term as mayor in 2017
- Alderman: 2001-2004 and 2004-2007
- Mayor: 2007-2010, 2010-2013, 2013-2017
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| Family/pets: |
- Married to Debra for 39 years
- Three children: Cameron, Kyle, Kendra
- Two grandchildren: Blake and Avery
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| Education: |
- Canadian Forces Commissioned Officer
- Edmonton Flying Club commercial pilot licence
- Aero Aviation Flying Academy Class 3 flying instructor
- Southern Alberta Institute of Technology - Structural ironworker
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| Current occupation: |
Mayor, City of Spruce Grove |
| Business and professional history: |
- Flying instructor - Aero Aviation Academy Edmonton
- Structural ironworker - Canron Inc. Western Bridge Division
- Triple 5 Corporation Structural Systems Supervisor - 1986-2016
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| Favourite amenities in Spruce Grove: |
- TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre
- Jubilee Park
- Border Paving Athletic Centre
- Fuhr Sports Park
- Horizon Stage
- Spruce Grove Public Library
- Heritage Grove Park trail system
- Henry Singer Park
- Jack's Drive-in
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| Current community involvement: |
Member of the Spruce Grove Legion |
| Previous community involvement: |
- Minor Hockey coach for 12 years
- Minor Hockey referee for 20 years
- Director and manager for Spruce Grove Minor Ball for 17 years
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| Notable accomplishments and awards: |
- Queen's Commission in Her Majesty's Canadian Armed Forces
- Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Medal - 2012
- Alberta Parks and Recreation Healthy Active Community Award - Elected Official Category
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| Hobbies or interests: |
- International adventure trekking
- Road cycling
- Snow skiing
- Snow shoeing
- Hiking
- Boating
- Wakeboarding
- Hockey and baseball fan
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