Todd Clary

Name: Todd Clary

Age: 57

Length of residency: 28 years; born in Coeur d’Alene

Family: Married with three children

Highest level of education completed: Arizona GED: some college — technical/vocational

Degrees held: Aviation meteorologist, telecommunications BBT3

Profession: remote cable system operator retiring Nov. 1

Military service: USMC

Civic/community service: Idaho hunter education association, International bowhunter education association, North America Hunter Association life member

Volunteerism: 20-year volunteer Idaho Department of Fish and Game; 10-year volunteer Spirit Lake Parks and Rec

Previous political experience: Eight years Spirit Lake City Council president; eight years mayor

What prompted you to seek election to this position?

The need for continuation of ongoing improvements and to continue to represent the citizens while balancing those improvements with our bucolic lifestyle.

What are three things you will work to change or improve if elected?

Public transportation, access to medical services, and more youth opportunities/activities.

What makes you the best candidate?

Love of the community, deep respect for my constituents. Knowledge, common sense and experience required to continue to make new growth pay its own way and not be subsidized by current residents.