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San Mateo County, CA November 2, 1999 Election
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Michael D. Barber

Candidate for
Governing Board Member; Burlingame Elementary School District

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: Accountant
  • Certified Public Accountant (CA)
  • BA, History - U.C. Berkeley
  • Member of the San Mateo County Transportation Citizens Advisory Committee
  • Served as an officer in the US Army for six years
Top Priorities if Elected
  • I will work to stabilize the financial situation of the School District by using my experience as auditor and accountant.
  • I will work to increase and improve the morale of the teachers, staff and parents, because they are vital to the success of our schools.
  • I will strive to maintain and improve the high standards of our schools. All students must be given the opportunity to excel.
Position Papers
Why did I decide to run for the Burlingame School District Board of Education?
As a Certified Public Accountant and a resident with historical ties to the community, I wish to help maintain and improve the quality of our schools.
Why should I be elected to the Burlingame School District Board of Education?
I believe my accounting and leadership skills, along with my commitment to serving my community are what it takes to keep our schools at their current high level of academic excellence.
What do I hope to achieve if elected to the Burlingame School District Board of Education?
First, I will work to stabilize the financial situation of the School District by continuing the work started by the Blue Ribbon Financial Task Force. Second, I will attempt to raise the morale of the teachers, staff, and parents. Third, I will strive to maintain, if not improve, the standards and curriculum of our schools.
 
Key Endorsements
  • San Mateo Times Newspaper
  • All current Burlingame City Council Members
Campaign Contact Information
E-mail: michael.barber@centurasoft.com
Phone: 650-596-4883 (daytime)
Fax: 650-596-4690
Address:
1316 Palm Drive
Burlingame, CA 94010


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