Penelope Weitz

Name: Penelope “Penny” Weitz

Age: 65

Length of residency: 65 years

Family: Married with three children, eight grandchildren

Highest level of education completed: 13 years

Pro-fession: Retired Rathdrum Police Department Animal Control/Code Enforcement

Volunteerism: Rathdrum Police Department

Previous political experience: None

What prompted you to seek election to this position?

Rathdrum is growing and I want to be an integral part of its growth and vision. You need to have a strong idea about what you want to achieve if you are elected. I have lived in this community for 65 years. I want to be involved in the process of steering the city in the right direction.

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

Manage growth; recruiting more businesses; more transparency in government.

What makes you the best candidate?

I have a lifetime of experience living and working in Rathdrum. I truly love and care about the city of Rathdrum. I want to further the growth but keep the small town charm.