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Rep. Eric Pettigrew, serving the 37th District Serving Rainier Valley, Madrona, North Beacon Hill, Rainier Beach, Mt. Baker, Leschi, Columbia City, southern Capitol Hill, Skyway, Hillman City, and parts of Renton. |
Biography
PERSONAL:
Has lived in Seattle for 23 years. Wife (Jada), son (Justin, 21), daughter
(Linda, 9).
EDUCATION:
Nogales High School, City of Industry, CA
Oregon State University - Bachelor of Science, Sociology, Counseling Psychology
University of Washington - Master of Social Work, Business Administration Certification
OCCUPATION:
Safeco Insurance, Manager
Office of the Mayor of Seattle, Deputy Chief of Staff
Seattle Emergency Management, Director
University of Washington Minority Youth Health Project, Director
PUBLIC SERVICE:
Child Protective Services
Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety, Office of the Mayor of Seattle
COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS:
Health & Human Services Appropriations - Chair
Ways & Means
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
President, Rainier Chamber of Commerce
Coach, Little League Baseball and Basketball
Board member, ACT Theatre
Rainier Vista Boys and Girls Club
AWARDS:
Ike Ikeda Public Service Award
Future Leaders of America, Ebony Magazine
Community Service Award, National Board of Black Accountants
Community Service Award, Children of Color Organizers and Advocates
LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES:
Children and Family Services
Economic Development
Appropriations