Bernard D. Schulz

Candidate for City Council

Age: 36

Residence: Potomac Yard.

Education: BS, political science, Radford University; MEd, higher education administration, University of South Carolina; MPA, public management and social/education policy, Maxwell School of Syracuse University.

Occupation: Special assistant to the vice president of campus life, American University.

Elected offices/civic activities: Member, Historic Alexandria Resources Commission, Alexandria School Board Talented and Gifted Advisory Committee, Old Town Civic Association, YMCA Model United Nations Program Faculty, St. Mary's Catholic Church, YMCA DC Youth & Government Program Board of Advisors and Windmill Hill Park Task Force; volunteer, GW Parkway Classic races.

What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction? "We must address the double-digit property tax increases Alexandrians have seen for five straight years. This single issue is leading to the erosion of our quality of life, as evidenced by residents and businesses moving out of the city because they can no longer afford to live or operate a business in the city of Alexandria. This trend must be stopped."

Why should voters elect you? "My professional and civic experience will bring a 'voice of reason' to the City Council that has been missing for three years."

Web site: www.bernieschulz.com

E-mail address: bernie@bernieschulz.com