Article Contributed on: 10/6/2008 10:21:56 AM
Kevin Priola is running for State House District 30 and answered a questionnaire for YourHub.com. To read all of the candidate questionnaires,
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Name: Kevin Priola
Seat you are seeking: State Representative, HD 30
Age: 35
Family: Married to Michelle Priola for 12 years, and we have a six year-old son and a two year-old daughter.
Occupation: Farmer, Property Management
Your Web Site:www.kevinpriola.com
Favorite local place to hang out: Old Chicago's
What do you like most about living here? The beauty of the state, and the distinct change in seasons.
Interests and hobbies: Skiing, camping, running, hunting, CU football
Favorite TV show: Grey's Anatomy
Favorite Web site:www.msnbc.com
People who inspired you: Teddy Roosevelt, he was a reform minded Republican and very invested in creating our parks and conserving our nation's lands; my wife, who always finds a way to be grateful.
How you have contributed to the community: I'm involved in the Commerce City Rotary Club and we have done many community service projects within our local area and around the world. Dearest to me is the Hearts and Soles program in which we provide warm shoes and socks for impoverished families in our community during the winter. I give back to my alma mater, CU Boulder as I'm involved with the Ralphie Handler's Program as a director.
What are the biggest issues facing your constituency now: The economy, rising gas and energy costs, and health care access and affordability.