Tell us a little about yourself. You can include your personal background, family, outside interests that are important to who you are as a person and a candidate.

Lifelong resident of Lexington, proud husband of 31 years with two children who are fourth generation graduates from Lexington High School. Co-owner of Michelson’s Shoes, fourth generation of our Lexington Center family business.

Why are you running for Town Meeting?

Town Meeting Member, 2004–present. Enjoy being able to contribute to the character of our Town.

How has your past experience — whether in your professional life, elected office, or as a community leader — prepared you for a role in Town Meeting? 

Lexington Center Committee, member 2000–present, chairperson 2008–present; Lexington Retailers Association, board member; Economic Development Advisory Committee, 2009–2012; Economic Development Task Force, 2008; Holiday Lighting Committee; sit on 2 scholarship committees for LHS and Minuteman.

How will you manage the diverse opinions of your constituents, particularly when they do not agree with your own?:

I try to understand the wide variety of opinions of the residents, and which facts help them formulate their view. I appreciate learning from why we differ on our opinions.