Bringing community experience to bear

DENNIS LAHEY

My wife, Britt, and I have lived in the same house in District No. 2

for the past 11 years, and in Newport Beach for 21 of the last 30 years. I finished second in the last election for this position,

receiving approximately twice as many votes as the candidate

finishing third. I have more than 15 years experience in the

technology field with IBM and Unisys. I had profits and losses

responsibility for 17 employees and a $5-million budget when I was

branch manager with Unisys. We designed and installed information

systems for local cities. As commander of the 2,200-member American

Legion Post 291, I managed a $1-million-a-year operation that

included a restaurant and marina operation. I taught business problem

solving and decision-making techniques to Fortune 100 executives.

My wife, a fashion designer, has owned a boutique in Lido Marina

Village for more than 10 years. My community support and volunteer

efforts have come primarily through the American Legion. I have

worked on the annual Sail for the Visually Impaired. I am co-chairman

of the Legion Law Enforcement Awards Dinner, honoring Newport

Beach-area safety personnel. I also work on the Old Glory Fourth of

July Boat Parade that is enjoyed by thousands of Newport Beach

residents every year.

I have demonstrated my dedication to our community through my many

years of volunteer effort. I have run for this position before, and I

believe I deserve to be appointed to it now. Thank you for your

consideration.