Gail Dixon (SG)

Age: 55

Residence: Woodridge.

Education: Attended Howard University, 1965-67; attended Federal City College, 1968-969; attended American University, community studies, off and on since 1988.

Occupation: House manager, Auditorium, University of the District of Columbia.

Extra-curricular activities: At-large member, Board of Education, 1998-2000; Chair, D.C. Arts Education Foundation; central committee member, D.C. Statehood Party and DC Statehood-Green Party; former member, station WPFW advisory board; Paul Robeson Society

Something voters should know about you: "As a mother and the grandmother of Mackenzie, I know that basic needs come first. I know the value of family, friends, community. I sing."

Why should voters elect you? "My vote on council will be for a fully elected school board, fully funded public schools, fully funded public health and public safety needs and a progressive tax structure. I will consult with taxpayers about spending their money, especially for corporate welfare and failed Olympics bids. I would advocate environmental justice, and I would insist that the fire chief and other high officials be competent and qualified. I would demand that the planning office plan, rather than do public relations for the mayor. My election would help end the one-party system which cripples this city."

Web site: None given.

Email address: c/o blair-rowan@starpower.net

Edward Henry Wolterbeek (R)

Age: 60

Residence: Fort Lincoln.

Education: BA, MBA.

Occupation: Self-employed sports consultant.

Extra-curricular activities: President, Fort Lincoln Condominium Association; treasurer, Department of Labor Federal Credit Union; president, Kiwanis of Capitol Hill; vice president, 5D Police-Citizens Advisory Council.

Something voters should know about you: "Wolterbeek is an energetic, long-term protector of EEOC and people's rights. He was a long-term member of the American Federation of Government Employees."

Why should voters elect you? "Wolterbeek is a 'people's servant' and responds to constituents. Wolterbeek retired after 30 years of federal service as a labor adviser. He will continue pro-development Ward 5 activities. Wolterbeek is an educator and supports charter schools. As professed, Wolterbeek supports American Federation of Government Employees and the National Education Association and is strong pro-union."

Web site: None given.

Email address: 4103362547@mobile.att.net

Vincent Orange (D)

Age: 45

Residence: Michigan Park.

Education: BS, BA, University of the Pacific; University of the Pacific; JD, Howard University School of Law; Master of Laws, Georgetown University Law Center.

Occupation: D.C. Council member, Ward 5.

Extra-curricular activities: D.C. Council member, Ward 5, 1999-present; lawyer and certified public accountant; former executive director, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Eastern region; former president, Mu Lambda Chapter, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.; former president, Michigan Park Citizens Association; former board member, National Children's Center Inc., Fountain Valley School and Northwest Pregnancy Center.

Something voters should know about you: "My family and I are dedicated to providing great public service to Ward 5. We take pride in the Ward 5 record of achievement."

Why should voters elect you? "Voters of Ward 5 should reelect me because together we have built a positive foundation for Ward 5 to prosper and grow. The new Ward 5 has gained positive economic development, McKinley Technology campus, strong constituent services and leadership in public safety. Ward 5 has become the place to live, work, shop and play. Ward 5 voters should reelect Vincent Orange because together, we have changed the course of our quality of life, from waste transfer stations and liquor stores to a well-respected ward taking leadership and demanding and receiving the best for our ward. We have earned four more years."

Web site: vorange@dccouncil.washington.dc.us

Email address: VO40@aol.com