Occupation: Financial planner for non-profits
Occupational Background: Financial & Charitable Gift Planner 1986-Present; Ordained Minister 1967-Present; Broadcaster 1976-1989
Educational Background: Bachelors', California State University, Northridge (1964); Masters', American Baptist Seminary of the West (1967); Doctorate, San Francisco Theological Seminary (1977); Public Relations, UCLA (1971); College For Financial Planning (1994, 1998)
Prior Governmental Experience: Washington County Fair Complex Review Committee, 2005; School District #9 Board of Directors, 1985-1989, chair 1988-89
Community Service: Imlay Elementary School Volunteer, 2005-Present; Hawthorn Farm Village Owners' Association, Treasurer 2005-present, Board 1990-91; Rose Villa Retirement Community Board, Secretary 1996-present; Oregon Section, National Association for Amateur Radio, Oregon Public Information Coordinator, 2003-present.
Personal: Married to Barbara 42 years; three adult children; six grandchildren.
EVERETT CURRY
Balance & Understanding: A Breadth of Experience
Balance
"Classrooms need a consistent financial foundation, and our quality of life requires upgraded transportation options and economic growth from job creation." Everett Curry
- I'll dedicate two-thirds of school funding to the classroom, providing $240 million more for teachers, textbooks, libraries;
- Our transportation system must move people and goods efficiently;
- The tax and regulatory system must allow businesses to grow, thrive, and create jobs.
Understanding
"I see a positive future for Oregon. To achieve it we must be forward-thinking and not simply rely on solutions from the past." Everett Curry
- Proof of citizenship or legal residency should be required for a driver's license;
- Oregon should encourage alternative fuels. It's good for farmers and the environment;
- The state and our colleges and universities must work together to train more health care professionals.
A Breadth of Experience
- Works with small non-profits, churches, colleges, and charities in board and financial development;
- Named an "Oregon Volunteer of the Year" by Gov. Vic Atiyeh for founding a police chaplain program and homeless shelter;
- Helped start first FM radio station on Oregon's coast.
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(This information furnished by Everett Curry.)
