The News-Herald Election Questionnaire

Date questionnaire completed: 9/21/11 Office: Mayor Name: Mark Tyler Gender: Male Age: 54

Home Address: 9240 Amber Wood Dr., Kirtland, OH 44094 Length of Residence in the Community: 17 Years Campaign Website: www.TylerforKirtland.com Occupation: Engineer Marital Status: Married 1) Public Office Experience: Political Office Held Mayor Council-at-Large Council-at-Large Municipality Kirtland Kirtland Kirtland Years Served 2007-Present 2005-2007 2001-2005 Elected or Appointed? Elected Elected Elected Employer: The Lubrizol Corp. Spouse: Sandy

2) Non-Elected Experience: Kirtland Safety Director Kirtland Service Director NOACA Governing Board Member Lake County Mayors and Managers Leadership Lake County, Class of 2005 Kirtland Charter Review Commission 2000 Kirtland Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee Kirtland Kiwanis Distinguished Past President, Scholarship Committee Willoughby Rotary

3) Education: School Brush High School Lakeland Community College Cleveland State University Cleveland State University State of Ohio Year 1983 1988 1992 Degree or Certificate Diploma Assoc. Arts Bachelor Mechanical Engineering Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering Registered Professional Engineer

High School College Graduate Other

The News-Herald Election Questionnaire Page 2 of 2 Mark A. Tyler, Mayor City of Kirtland

4) Should you be elected, what are the three specific areas youd like to change, address, improve or further research, and how specifically would you go about it? Continued Excellence in City Services o My first priority remains ensuring the highest quality of service from our Police, Fire/Rescue, Public Works, and Recreation and Community Services Departments. Continued Sound Fiscal Policy o I will continue to carefully evaluate priorities, remain diligent in management of the budget, and actively seek alternative funding to keep the city operating effectively and efficiently. Comprehensive Plan/Economic Development o To promote growth and further investment within our community, an economic development plan will be implemented upon review of the Citys Comprehensive Plan and completion of the SR 306 Sewer Project.

5) Whether for past accomplishments or future goals, why should voters elect you? Ten years of Municipal government experience with a proven track record: Fiscal Responsibility o My conservative fiscal approach has allowed this administration to continue uninterrupted essential city services and the ability to complete vital construction projects during unprecedented economic times. Grants o As a result of proactively pursuing alternative funding during my term, over $3.2 million dollars in grants has been awarded to the City to complete infrastructure projects and purchase essential equipment. Communications o I will continue to keep residents informed and up-to-date through our city newsletters, magazine and website. Accomplishments o The many accomplishments completed over the last four years clearly demonstrate my commitment to our community. Each accomplishment improves the quality of life for our residents and is an investment in the future of our community.