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King Craig Lear

Candidate for Los Altos City Council

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Biographical Highlights

  • Occupation: Intelligence Analyst / Engineer at TRW/ESL since 1971.
  • Education: Stanford University BSEE 1960
  • Military service: US Army company commander, Korea, 1962
  • Resident since 1971, Wife: Ginny, Sons: Craig, and Todd (deceased).
  • Recent public service: 401 Rosita Committee; Vision Committee; Bicycle Committee.
  • Nonprofit experience: Scoutmaster T33, YMCA Association board, AYSO division leader.
  • Vice-chair of bond campaigns to rebuild our high schools.

Detailed Biography

Top Priorities if Elected

  • Control development and traffic to maintain peaceful and safe neighborhoods.
  • Improve city parks and recreation facilities.
  • Improve city management and strengthen our conflict of interest policy.

Political Philosophy

Key Endorsements

  • William J. Perry, US Secretary of Defense (1993-97), "I have known King for many years. He is bright, creative, and has excellent leadership qualities."
  • Judy Hannemann, President, Board of Trustees, Mountain View-Los Altos Union High School District, "I endorse King for city council. He worked very hard to pass our high school bond issue and will continue to be a champion for families and the community. He will be a great addition to the council."
  • Lawrence Chu, owner, Chef Chu's Restaurant, "I have known King for many years and support him for city council. King cares about the entire community, including business owners."

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