Elect Roger Purcell

Roger O. Purcell, Republican

 

Residence Address: 13391 W King Arthur Dr. 
Houston, AK 99694 
Mailing Address: PO Box 940231 
Houston, AK 99694 

Place of Birth: Portland OR. 
name of spouse: Bianca 
children’s names: Micah 
Occupation:

Business owner Alaska Home Guide, Century 21 A to Z 
Realty

Length OF Residency in Alaska: 47 Years

Alaskan communities Lived in:

Houston 2005-present Anchorage 2001-2005 
Skagway 1993-2001 Seldovia 1991-1993 
Skagway 1989-1991 Hoonah 1986-1989 
Bethel 1986-1986 Unalaska 1984-1986 
Ft Yukon 1983-1984 Anchorage 1974-1983 
Houston 1968-1974 Anchorage 1964-1968

education:

UAA/Belford 1979-2001 MBA 
State of Alaska Insurance License 2006 
Investment Series 6 
Northwestern University Police Management, 1988 
Emergency Medical Technician III, 1991 
State of Alaska Certified Police Officer, 1985 
Alaska Department of Public Safety Police Academy, 1985 
Alaska Correspondence School 1973-79

Political And Government Positions:

Mat Su Resource and Conservation, Vice president 
Vice Chair District 7 Republican Party 
City of Houston, Council/Mayor 
Bear Valley Community Council 
Emergency Medical Technician III 
Hoonah Planning and Zoning, coastal management

commissioner

Business And Professional organizations:

National Rifle Association Member 
National Association of Small Business

service organization(s) Membership

Houston Chamber of Commerce, President, President 
Susitna Rotary, Paul Harris 
Houston Lion Club 
Boy Scouts of America, Scout Master, Committee Chair

Statement:

I will promote infrastructure development. We must build 
a natural gas pipeline, complete the Port MacKenzie rail 
spur, and build the Knik Arm Bridge and a truck route to our 
port. This investment will allow businesses to flourish and 
create jobs. District 10 will be the crossroads for economic 
development in interior Alaska.

As mayor I fought to prevent the mothballing of the Knik 
Arm Bridge, fought for the rail line, fixed roads, increased 
public safety and improved fire insurance ratings. I 
have a record of getting things done but anytime you 
make bold changes you risk stepping on toes. What we 
accomplished in Houston was good for our community. 
Did I make mistakes along the way? Sure. I’m human, 
but I learned from them and kept right on fighting for our 
community.

I know what it takes to balance a budget and make payroll. 
We need to rein in the State operating budget starting with 
a 3% cut in administration and not allow any more excuses 
for not making cuts. It’s time to stop talking and start doing.

The Alaska Legislature hasn’t been effective for years. 
Sometimes it takes new management for change to 
happen. If you want a strong representative who will fight 
for our district, someone who has the energy and integrity 
to get the job done, then I’m your candidate.