Patricia Klassen

Office sought: Sutherlin City Council, challenger

Age: 65

Occupation: Self-employed, Klassen’s Retrieval Service, document research

Education: Camden High School, San Jose, Calif.; San Jose City College, Associate of Arts degree; San Jose State College, Bachelor of Arts degree in business; taken 13 American Institute of Banking classes; University of Oregon certificate program

Public service: Knolls Estates Homeowners Association board of directors as secretary/treasurer for two years. Prior to moving to Sutherlin, involved with Grants Pass Chamber of Commerce, Rogue Recovery Program president for one year and various positions on Soroptimist International board of directors.

Why are you running for office: I find that most city departments are run efficiently, however, lack leadership from the City Council. After giving this much thought, I realized that I could make a difference and pledge to do so. I will put my past experience in business and community development to work for our city.