Occupation: Retired after thirty four years on the Space Shuttle Program. I joined the program in its early design phase and found myself working with the engineers who took us to the moon. Thirty-four years later I  retired as the Director, Orbiter Production & Operations for United Space Alliance, the Prime Contractor for NASA on the Space Shuttle Program.  My Production responsibilities included modifications to the Orbiter Fleet totaling ~$150 million. My Operations responsibilities included being a member of the team that gave the "Go for Launch,” as well as managing a team in Mission Control at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, whose function was to resolve problems as they occurred during flight.

Served in the military as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Signal Corps, teaching at the Fort Gordon Signal Officers Basic Course.

Education: My education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from American International College.

Political History (Board Committees, other): Since coming to Maine, I have served the town of Wiscasset on the Budget Committee and as Selectman/Chair of the Select Board. I have also served as Chair of the Lincoln County Budget Committee. I am currently a member of the School Board at St. John’s Catholic School (Brunswick) and a member of the Patient Family Advisory Council at Miles Hospital (Damariscotta).

Clubs/Organizations: I am currently a lector at St. Patrick Church (Newcastle), a Past Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus Council 10897 (Newcastle), a member of the Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce and a member of the American Legion Post 54 Wiscasset.

Considering the seat you are running for, what do you feel are the three most pressing issues (350 words or less):

There is insufficient space here to deal adequately with the pressing issues Mainers are faced with today. These issues arise from the federal fiscal and monetary policies. There is limited action that can be taken by the State of Maine.

Economy: The primary issue is inflation, increasing gas prices, concern with the price, availability of home heating fuel and electric energy costs. We find grocery store shelves partially filled and higher prices. It is much more difficult to pay all the bills. All the residents of Maine are affected by inflation. The elderly on fixed incomes are especially hard hit. Decisions are now based on what one can afford. Reducing state income taxes could provide some near term relief.

Education: Many parents are unsatisfied with the education their children are receiving. They became aware of what was occurring in our schools during the COVID lockdowns. The Maine Department of Education is refusing to release the latest assessment data to the public. Parents are concerned with student performance in reading and math. They are now aware of subjects being taught to their children without their consent. Many parents are turning to private schools or home schooling. There are many teacher vacancies. Our schools need to return to classical education methods including emphasis on Grammar, logic and rhetoric. Parents Rights are necessary to insure transparency. Education has a lifelong effect on our children.

Business/Industry: Operating a business in the current environment is more difficult than it has been in many years. Not only is it a challenge to get sufficient employees to support normal operations, it is increasingly difficult to comply with increasingly complex and expensive state and federal regulations. During the past year we have seen many small businesses go out of business, due to the COVID lockdown, which prevented them from earning enough revenue to pay the bills. Others could no longer survive when required to comply with increasing regulations. The lobster industry is an example of federal regulations driving Maine industry out of business.

Any other thoughts on why you are running or what you can bring to the seat? (150 words or less):

Having lived in many different states with varying cultures, I believe we have finally found "Home" here in Maine. This was the way life ought to be. We need to preserve whatever we can. Many believe the State of Maine is heading in the wrong direction. It seems that the answer to every problem is to add to the government bureaucracy. If that was the answer, our problems should have been solved long ago. A new direction is required.

Years of experience on the Space Shuttle Program, in leadership positions, have instilled an inherent discipline necessary for developing common sense solutions to problems, that can only be achieved with a diligent search for root causes, evaluation of multiple solutions, discussion of expected consequences, and consideration of potential unintended consequences. Making informed decisions based on verifiable data, decisions that affect people's lives.