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Occupation: Retired, U.S. Army
Resident: Houghton County
Steve Danis has a special fondness and concern for Houghton and Keweenaw County. He was born and raised here in the Trap Rock Valley area. Steve graduated from Calumet High School and then Michigan Tech University with a degree in Forestry. After graduation Steve served 26 years in the United States Army, part of that time spent as the director of a high school ROTC program in North Carolina. Steve returned to the area in 1996 and has since been interested and concerned about conservation issues that affect our region.
In Steve’s words: “I have always been interested in our area’s natural resources and the proper use of these resources. I am very interested in serving on the Houghton Keweenaw Conservation District Board. I believe my background in forestry would be of great benefit to the District. My extensive travel experience while serving in the Army, and my knowledge on conservation issues would also make me a good candidate for a director’s seat on the Board.”
Gary Palosaari, Chassell
Incumbent Candidate
Occupation: Dairy Farmer & Electrician
Resident: Houghton County
Gary Palosaari, a life-long resident of the area resides with his family on their farm near Chassell. Palosaari and his wife, Teresa, have been active supporters of the District's activities for many years. Palosaari's agricultural experience provides a valuable component to our District Board. For more than four years, Gary held the office of board treasurer. He is also a member of the local Farm Bureau and has served on the HKCD board of directors for more than ten years.
Tami Anderson, Calumet
Incumbent Interim Director
Occupation: Administrative Coordinator
Resident: Houghton County
You might recognize Tami as the past Administrator of the Conservation District where she served in that position for over two years. Since leaving in April of this year, Tami has continued to be involved with the district in a couple of different capacities. Most recently she was appointed by the District Board to fill the director seat left vacant by departing Chairman, David Heath. In addition to her duties as an interim director, Tami also continued her employment with the district on a part-time basis until the Administrator position could be filled in October.
In Tami’s words: "I would like very much to continue to work with the Conservation District in the capacity of a board director. I believe that my past experience as the Administrator/Executive Director of the District makes me uniquely qualified to serve as an effective board member. My concern for the wise use of our natural resources in our two county District will make me an asset to this organization. If elected, I promise I will work to develop the services of the Conservation District and thereby better serve the constituents of both Houghton and Keweenaw County."
Scott Daniel Noble
Occupation: Registered Michigan Forester #673
Resident:
Houghton County
As a member of the Copper Country Community I desire to serve on the Houghton Keweenaw Conservation District Board in order to assist the district in its efforts to increase visibility and expand services. I have my M.S. in Forestry from Michigan Technological University's School of Forestry and Wood Products, and am currently employed there. Having worked locally with the district as well as groups such as MTU, the Michigan DNR, the NRCS, Lake Superior Land, Mead Westvaco, Rossie, and The Otter River Sportsman's Club has given me valuable professional contacts with which to promote the district's activities.
I recognize the importance of visibility for the district, within the community as well as local governing bodies, and will work to increase awareness of our offerings as well as needs. I will promote the role of the district as a coalition builder between businesses, organizations, agencies, and people whom have involvement and concern with conservation's many aspects. My experience securing funding through granting agencies will also be of value as we seek to secure additional resources to support and expand our service to our community.
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