Meet Michael Perrow, Candidate for City Council

This is part of a series of candidate profiles Patch will be bringing you for the 2011 elections. Michael Perrow is , which is currently held by Councilman Paul Conan.

Candidate Profile Information:

What is your full, legal name?
Michael Jeffrey Perrow

Where do you work and what is your job title?

Owner of Mixed Goods Inc, recycler of used clothing and household goods.
Commercial & Residential Property Manager, Donkey Creek Holdings, LLC.

Age: 35

Where were you born? Tacoma

Where do you live now and how long have you lived there?
Gig Harbor, 30+ years

Spouse or domestic partner if any:
Wife, Kelly

Children:
None

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

1995,

1999, Gonzaga University, Bachelor of Business Administration with concentrations in both finance and economics.

Military Service (include year(s) of discharge, if any):
None

Memberships and affiliations with clubs and other organizations:
Coordinated the City of Gig Harbor’s participation in Parks Appreciation Day 2007 – 2011. Involved with the Peninsula High School Scholarship Program, and the .

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:

Website: N/A

Email address: perrow.michael@gmail.com

Phone number: 253-853-2318

Campaign manager: N/A

Campaign manager contact information: N/A

Previous Elected Office(s):

Elected:
Served 2006 to the present as an appointed member of the City of Gig Harbor Parks Commission.

Other campaigns for public office:
None

This Campaign:

What is the primary reason you are running for this office?
To preserve Gig Harbor’s unique character, heritage, and quality of life for future generations.

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

1. Support the City’s core functions of roads, utilities, and public safety.
2. Continue to be a strong voice for parks, recreation, and preservation of our natural environment.
3. Ensure Gig Harbor continues to be a quality place to live, work, and visit.

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

A new fresh perspective.

How much money do you expect your campaign to spend on this election?
Less than $100.

Official endorsement(s):
Gig Harbor Councilman Paul Conan