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Roger Freeman
Residence: Federal Way, WA
Contact: 253-335-5058
E-mail: Freemanforcitycouncil@comcast.net
Occupation: Attorney at Law

Experience: City of Federal Way Human Services Commission, 2004 - present; Committee Chair, 2007 Federal Way School District Heritage Leadership Camp Mentor, 2004 - present Adelaide Elementary PTA member and parent volunteer, 2005 - present Federal Way National Little League parent coach assistant, 2009

Education: Law Degree (Juris Doctorate), public defense trial lawyer, Washburn University, Topeka, KS, 1994 Bachelor of Science degree, political science, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 1990 Additional training: Certificate of Management, Green River Community College, Kent, WA, 2006

What do you see as the three top issues facing Federal Way?
A senior community center established within the city of Federal Way that is accessible by public transportation. Senior citizens deserve a facility upon which they can claim ownership. Development of an economic and community city center. We have to create an economic engine in our city center. We need to promote unity through public festivals and city celebrations. Promoting public safety by fostering community watch relationships between city, police officers and citizens.

What measures would you support to keep your city living within its means?
I would put on hold any major city projects until we can secure additional funding. I would encourage voluntary "leave without pay" days for city employees (furlough) to reduce our city expenditures. I would encourage city residents to spend their dollars within Federal Way Way as a measure to increase our tax revenue.

Why are you the best candidate for this office?
Federal Way needs an advocate. omeone who is willing to stand up and represent the needs of our city. I am not passive or soft spoken when it comes to championing causes. My 15 years of legal experience has prepared me for the challenging duties required of a city council member. I have knowledge which would benefit the city as it attempts to resolve municipal court dilemma. My goal is to unite our city.

Personal Statement:
Federal Way needs new leadership for the future of Federal Way. I believe in having a vision for the city, developing a plan, and communicating my vision to city residents. Federal Way also needs to create economic opportunities by cultivating and marketing industry based upon the diversity of the community. I am vocal, passionate, and believe in standing up for our city and will be a strong advocate for Federal Way.

Diana Noble-Gulliford
Residence: Federal Way
Contact: 206-412-5545
E-mail: diana@gulliford.com
Occupation: Real Estate Sales

Experience: My community involvement in Federal Way spans over three decades. 2007 to present President of Historical Society of Federal Way 1980 to present Real estate salesperson 2008 to present City of Federal Way Buds & Blooms Committee Member 1991 to 1996 City of Federal Way Planning Commission Member-appointed by City Council 1981 to 1986 King County Boundary Review Board Member --appointed by governor 1974 to 1980 Federal Way Community Council Member

Education: Real estate sales since 1980. Banking experience prior to 1980 with Federal Reserve Bank and commercial banking.

What do you see as the three top issues facing Federal Way?
1. Federal Way's ability to maintain the current level of revenue without reducing services. 2. Federal Way's form of government - apparently there is a petition to change Federal Way's form of government. We voted it down last year with 60% of the voters saying no. Why are we voting for it again? 3. Economic development - developing a clear direction and plan to increase economic development in Federal Way without raising taxes.

What measures would you support to keep your city living within its means?
Determine essential services. Fine tune forecasting tecniques to determine future income.Develop an economic climate that would attract new businesses to Federal Way. Adopt incentives that would attract quality development.Form a downtown association of property owners and businesses that would develop goals and ways to implement them that would be focus on economic development and a vision for our city center and city center core.

Why are you the best candidate for this office?
Since living in Federal Way from 1970, I have seen many changes. I have always been active in one way or another in serving my community and have always kept Federal Way's future in the forefront - how can we make it a better place to live and work. Maintaining a quality of life while still growing and expanding into an urban center.I have the experience to lead and the knowledge to develop a vision.

Personal Statement:
In closing, I want you to know that I am committed to Federal Way in many ways and on many levels. I have a track record that speaks to that commitment and I wish to continue that commitment as a member of the Federal Way City Council. I would greatly appreciate your vote and your support for this position. would be honored to serve the citizens of our community.

Troy Smith
This candidate did not respond to The News Tribune's questionnaire.
David St. John
This candidate did not respond to The News Tribune's questionnaire.