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Candidate McGoff provides personal insight

Contributed by: Steve Caulk on 9/11/2007

My name: Mark McGoff, candidate for Arvada City Council, District 2

My age: 67

My family: I have been married to Linda for 37 years. Our son Owen lives in Colorado Springs. He and his wife have one daughter, age 3.

Education: B.A. in English and Philosophy from St. Mary's College in Minnesota, M.Ed. in Adult Education from Northeastern University in Massachusetts.

What I do: I am retired from a career as a warden and administrator in the Colorado Department of Corrections. I currently work part time as a certified personal fitness trainer with North Jeffco Park and Recreation District.

My favorite place in town to hang out: Majestic View Park or any of the trails in the city.

What I like most about living here: I like the friendly people and the small-town feel of Arvada. I enjoy all the programs at the Arvada Center.

My interests and hobbies: Physical fitness (weight lifting, hiking, cycling), classical music, Colorado history.

My favorite thing to cook: Energy bars with all organic and natural ingredients.

People who inspire me: Colorado Governor Ralph Carr, who came to the defense of the interned Japanese people during World War II.

How I have contributed to the community: I have been an active member and have been in leadership positions of the Arvada Center Arts Council, Arvada Historical Society, and the Arvada Child Advocacy Center. I have also served on the Arvada City Charter Commission and the Arvada Centennial Commission.

The biggest issues facing Arvada now are: planning for three new transit stations, developing the retail business sector and funding for maintenance/replacement of infrastructure (e.g. water and sewer systems, streets, bridges, lighting, etc.).

Why I am running: I am running because I believe my qualifications and experience will allow me to make a significant contribution to the community where I live.


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Submitted By: Stan Dyer
posted on 10/4/2007 @ 2:57:08 PM
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OK, but are your brave enough to tackle the question no political candidate in Colorado will touch? Politicking is one thing, but a man's beliefs reveal more about his qualities to lead. If you want the question, and you will answer it, email me and I will be happy to post your response.
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Submitted By: Debra Havins
posted on 9/13/2007 @ 4:01:49 PM
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It's so good to hear about our local city council candidates. Keep these stories coming.
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Westminster , CO

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