Paul is a retired international, commercial banker who lives in Gresham and loves it! He is currently running for Gresham City Council.

What’s Paul’s background?

Paul has lived and worked around the world. After a childhood in war-torn England and the death of his father, he immigrated to Canada to join his sister. He began his career there with the Royal Bank of Canada, working in community banking in many cities and towns in British Columbia.

In 1963 Paul moved to the United States. He continued his banking work while studying international economics at UCLA. He then moved to Honolulu, Hawaii for an international banking position for First Hawaiian Bank. In this job he was privileged to work with individuals and businesses throughout the Pacific Rim.

It was in Hawaii that Paul became a US citizen. He served as a member of the National Defense Executive Reserve Corps and, most importantly, he could VOTE!

Paul has lived in Oregon for the last twenty years. His career at Key Bank focused on small and medium businesses, helping them grow. Outside of work Paul serves on civic and charitable boards and committees, which are outlined in his campaign brochure.

Paul is the father of 3 grown children and has 7 busy grandchildren. He is married to Mary Jo Hubert Warr-King, an Oregon Pharmacist and lifetime Gresham resident.

Paul knows business and civic finances and budgeting. In working around the globe, he has developed excellent negotiation and diplomacy skills, as well as deep cultural sensitivity.

Paul’s life experiences, his work in helping businesses grow efficiently, and his interpersonal skills coupled with his gentle, humble yet friendly personality make him the right person for Gresham City Council.

Please take a look at the fact sheet to learn more about PAUL WARR-KING’s issue stances and his community involvement. Find more information on line at www.paulwarrking.com.

VOTE PAUL WARR-KING
GRESHAM CITY COUNCIL

Paul Warr-King will work to:

• Maintain and improve public safety as his top priority.
  
• Analyze challenging issues using a “financial lens” before making decisions.
  
• Develop a positive environment for businesses, both large and small.
  
• Encourage openness and candor in relationships with councilors, citizens and city employees.
  
• Improve maintenance of city parks and open spaces.
  
• Consider livability and the environment in planning for traffic and population growth.
  
• Fund law enforcement designed to eliminate gang behaviors.
  
• Require an effective independent audit of city programs for both performance and spending.
  

     Commercial/International Banker (retired)

Educational Background:

     Honor Graduate of Pacific Coast Banking School at
     University of Washington
     International studies at UCLA

Paul Warr-King is involved in his community:

• Snowcap Community Charities (Treasurer and Board Member)
  
• Gresham Chamber of Commerce (past President)
  
• Gresham Rotary Club (past Board Member)
  
• East Metro Economic Alliance (Treasurer and Board Member)
  
• City of Gresham Budget and Finance Committees (7 years)
  
• City of Gresham Community Land Use Task Force
  

“Paul’s business ethics and sense of humor, coupled with his ability to solve complex problems, should make him a valuable asset to Gresham’s City Council.”

          Monty Knittel
          Director of Marketing, Adventist Health

Endorsed by:

• Carol Neilsen-Hood, Executive Director, Gresham Chamber
  
• Mike Miller, President, Gresham Sanitary
  
• Barbara Comstock, Retired Educator
  
• Richard Fonseca, Sales, Gresham Ford
  
• Peggy Johansen, Retired Banker
  
• Randy Emerson, President LBL Windows, Inc.
  
• Tobias Andersen, Director, Mount Hood Repertory Theater
  
• Dr. Ralph Yates, MHCC Board Member
  
• Kelly Broomall, Machinist, Boeing Company
  
• Betty Chisholm, Business owner
  
• Brian Freeman, Attorney
  

VOTE FOR PAUL WARR-KING!
“THE CHOICE FOR A CHANGE”