Born of military parents abroad in February 1953, Germany. Attended local schools from Monterey Ppeninsula School District, graduated from Seaside High School in 1971, studied in Monterey Peninsula...view moreBorn of military parents abroad in February 1953, Germany. Attended local schools from Monterey Ppeninsula School District, graduated from Seaside High School in 1971, studied in Monterey Peninsula Junior College from 1971 to 1973, served the US Air Force from June 1973 to December 1974, graduated bachelor's degree of Geology and minor work in History and Civil Engineering from California State University, Fresno in 1980. Served 25 years in local politics including Vice-Mayor City of Marina.view less