Meet Marie Barth, Incoming Lakewood City Councilwoman

Name: Marie Barth

Employer: Designated Escrow Inc. President, 6107 Lake Grove St SW Lakewood, Wash. 98499

Born: New Jersey on Feb. 24, 1951

Spouse: Bruce Barth for 40 years.

Children: One

Education: Pierce College, Associates Degree in Business 1971, Aquinas Academy 1969

Bankruptcy: No

Lakewood Resident: More than 55 years

Criminal Convictions: No

Campaign web site: marie@mariebarth.com

Contact information: mbarth23@me.com or 253-677-3874

Campaign Manager: Malcolm Russell

Campaign Treasurer:  Kristin Glassie

Campaign Deputy Treasurer: Shirley Burrows

Previous elected office: None

This campaign: Like many small business owners challenged by the recession, I have made difficult decisions and feel my experiences and training will be assets to the Council.

Priorities: Budget and property values are paramount concerns.

What sets me apart for other candidates? I will make common sense decisions. I will work for the taxpayer because I am one. I will be mindful of the budget and help make appropriate decisions to “live within our means,” just like we have to in our own homes. “What makes sense for Lakewood?” will be the question I ask every time I vote as a Lakewood City Councilmember.

Expenditures: I will provide voters with one mailer and some signage. The costs will be kept to a minimum. I will be using local companies for printing and signage, doing my best to help stimulate our local economy.