47, Newport Canyon ... City Councilman...

47, Newport Canyon ... City Councilman representing Back Bay and

airport areas ... As mayor last year, achieved goal of seeing Newport

Coast become part of the city ... Known for being independent-minded

in his votes on the council ... Spearheaded a City Hall effort to

reduce paper waste ... Works as a consulting civil engineer whose

knowledge of traffic helps guide relevant council decisions ...

Married to Birgitt ... Father of two boys ... Drew some unwanted

attention to his rhythm and coordination skills last year when he was

persuaded by Barnaby the Clown to dance at a Fourth of July event ...

Full first name is Garold ... Last year’s ranking: 20