Multnomah Co. Online Voters' Guide
November 2006 General Election

CITY OF GRESHAM - City Council, Position No. 6

JOHN H. KILIAN

OCCUPATION: Dentist

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Family and Cosmetic dentist; Eastside Dental Clinic. 30 years

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Oregon State University, B.S.; Waseda University, Tokyo, study abroad; Oregon Health Sciences University, Dental School, DMD; U. of Houston, Texas, Psychology internship; Academy of General Dentistry, Fellowship.

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Rural Health Coordinating Council, governor appointed; CODA, outpatient drug abuse, Oregon Dental Association representative to Multnomah County; Dentists/Physicians Advisory Committee, Oregon State University; Mentor, Oregon Health Sciences University, Dental School; Mentor, Boston University Dental School.

PERSONAL: Dr. John Kilian , and his wife Maren, enjoy their blended family with six children and four grandchildren.

Dr. Kilian has shown experienced community involvement in Gresham for more than 30 years. His Vision will create and sustain a positive atmosphere for job growth, smart development and educational opportunities.

As Gresham City Councilor , he will:

• Promote an Identity for Gresham in the local, regional and global Marketplace

• Ask Difficult Questions and provide thoughtful alternatives and Answers

• Build Community Trust with Troutdale, Wood Village, Fairview and Sandy

• Support Safety in Schools, Transit locations and Neighborhoods

• Address Retiree Concerns in health and housing

• Endorse Neighborhood Associations and Citizen Involvement

• Create Opportunities for Business to be Competitive

• Respect Natural Resources and promote alternative Energy

• Ensure Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability

• Enhance Livability with Smart, Compatible Development

• Attract Businesses and facilities that focus on families and family activities

A Personal Message from John H. Kilian, DMD

“The biggest challenge for Gresham over at least the next 20 years will be reconciling land development and conservation of natural resources within an urban growth boundary. The blueprint for where and how we live will be largely determined over the next four years. I respectfully declined all endorsements in order to represent you and no special interests. My interest is in a dynamic, thriving city of Gresham .”

Experience and Integrity
John H. Kilian, DMD for Gresham City Council Position #6

(This information furnished by
John Kilian for Gresham City Council)

CITY OF GRESHAM - City Council, Position No. 6

BRYANT lISTER

OCCUPATION: Microsystems for Education & Business, Inc., Manager and Coordinator of Data Services

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: 2001-2006, Microsystems for Education & Business, 1998-2001, Lister Chiropractic Services, Physician

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Doctor of Chiropractic from Western States Chiropractic College, Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Riverside.

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Member of the Gresham Police Advisory Committee

I pledge to represent you, the citizens of Gresham, on the City Council. The business community and real estate interests already have representation that protects their interests. I will seek your advice so I can present your concerns to the Council and advance the measures that matter most to you.

You Deserve: 

• a Council member who puts your concerns before the interest of business and real estate developers.

• an independent thinker bringing fresh approaches to the table.

• a representative committed to enhancing police, fire and other essential city services.

• an advocate who looks at issues from your point of view.

I Will Work for You: 

• to protect and enhance the parks, natural areas and livability of our City.

• to counter-balance the grip that business and real estate interests have on the Council.

• to ensure the highest quality of City Services while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

I will represent all the citizens of Gresham without reservation. I have no ties to the power structure on the Council, no conflicts of interest, and no axes to grind so I can freely represent you, your concerns and your interests.

I ask you to cast your vote for BRYANT LISTER and, in return, I pledge to serve you to the best of my abilities with wisdom, compassion and integrity.

(This information furnished by Bryant Lister)

CITY OF GRESHAM - City Council, Position No. 6

CAROL L. NIELSEN-HOOD

OCCUPATION: Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce, Chief Executive Officer

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Political Consultant; Executive Director, Central Eastside Industrial District; Annexation Coordinator for City of Gresham

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Woodstock Grade School; Franklin High School; Mt. Hood Community College

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Multnomah/Washington County Regional Investment Board; City of Gresham Economic Task Force; Board of East Multnomah Economic Association; City of Gresham 100 Centennial Board; City of Gresham Sister City Association; President Ebetsu, Japan Sister City Association

CAROL NIELSEN-HOOD IS INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY: 

• Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce, Chief Executive Officer, over 10 years.
• Mt. Hood Community College Board of Directors, past Board member.
• Mt. Hood Community College Foundation Board of Directors, past Board member.
• Multnomah/Washington County Regional Investment Board.
• East Multnomah County Economic Association.
• City of Gresham Economic Task Force.
• Gresham Mayor's Economic Forum.
• Gresham-Barlow School District Long-Range Facilities Planning Committee.
• Soroptimist International of Gresham.
• Committee on City of Gresham Expansion and Annexation.
• Rockwood Urban Renewal and County Courthouse Planning Committee

CAROL NIELSEN-HOOD WILL WORK TO:

• Continually work to participate in the decisions of how Gresham evolves.
• Encourage trust and participation in the East County regional partnerships.
• Establish priorities for the city and build budgets to address them.
• Encourage and support new and existing businesses in Gresham to prosper, both large and small.
• Support and evaluate the progress of Gresham's five initiatives to assure they meet our growing needs.
• Advocate for a community we can all live, work and play in.

“Carol has demonstrated strong leadership skills time and time again for the community. She is well respected in the community and the region. Gresham will be well served by having Carol Nielsen-Hood on the Council.”

Karylinn Echols, Gresham City Councilor

(This information furnished by
Carol Nielsen-Hood for Gresham City Council)