Name: David “Rudy” Rudebaugh
Town you live in: Athol, ID
Age: 57
How long have you been a resident of the
city or district?: 12 Years
Are you married: Almost
Do you have children: Yes How many:
four Boys and one daughter
Highest level of education completed: 14 years
Degrees held: AA in computer information technology with a
business emphasis.
Profession:
Business owner of Victory Auto Parts 12
Years
Solid Rock Solutions (Pro Audio Visual,
Sound and Lighting) 17 years
Civic groups or nonprofit boards you belong
to:
Athol Chamber of Commerce, Charter Member
and sit on the Board of Directors,
Idaho State Fire Commissioners Association, President
last 2 years
of approximately 165 Fire Districts which
represents over 500 Elected Fire Commissioners throughout the state.
Idaho State Fire Commissioners Association
Legislative team. I was a member of the
team that fought for equality for 5 years for Occupational Illnesses’ of
firefighters. Results, Idaho now has approximately
7000 Volunteer Firefighters and the 1200 Career firefighters with the same
coverage.
Idaho Fire District Training LLC, Board
member that sponsors Fire Commissioners and Chief Officers training through the
state. Primary focus of understanding the statues, which we operate under,
protection of liabilities within an agency, where to find resources and much
more.
Volunteer work:
Economic leader in the Athol Area Rural Community
review in 2016.
Sponsorship of 11 classic car shows in
conjunction with Athol Days.
Previous political experience: Timberlake Fire Protection District
Commissioner, President of Idaho State Fire Commissioners Association, Board
member Idaho Fire District Training LLC.
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What prompted you to seek election to this
position?
I am seeking reelection, so I may continue
to serve the taxpaying citizens of the Timberlake Fire Protection District in
maximizing the provided tax dollars with efficient budgets in providing the
citizens the best possible depth of service. Insuring equipment and training
programs keep our members safe as they serve you. Working with and achieving collective
bargaining agreement s with the Districts Union members while finding the
delicate balance between available dollars and their needs. The volunteer
program is currently in the best shape in Timberlake’s history and is receives
positive comments all over the state of Idaho. You now have two newer fire
engines, a brush truck alongside a water tender all purchased within budget
planning and the proper management of the districts Local Government Investment
Accounts (LGIP).
What are three things you will work to
change or improve if elected?
1. The continuation of
a board of Commissioners who understand their duties and responsibilities as
outlined in the many various rules and statues, which guide us. This means
finding the balance of meeting the first and foremost issue of Firefighter
safety while serving you during some of the worst times you may be having.
Secondly, having a budget that meets the employee’s needs in the district,
which includes vehicles, facilities and protective equipment, while they
deliver first class service to you the customer.
1. The continued
growth of the resident/intern program alongside with our current volunteer
program. This is extremely important for
the fire district as in a combination fire department is one of the factors in
order to keep your homeowners insurance rates as low as possible. This requires
us to maintain a ratio of two volunteers for every fulltime career employee.
2. Continue the
Strategic Planning process we have begun with the Fire District employees,
Citizen Involvement and an open-minded non-biased thought processes for the long-term
health and stability of your fire district. This will assist in your fire
districts long-term best interest in meeting your needs.
What makes you the best candidate?
I feel that based on my
nearly eight years of experience in the Timberlake Fire District I have
maintained my promise of “Responsible Decision Making on behalf of the
Taxpaying Citizen”. This to me means the
members of the district are able to serve you in the safest possible environment,
I believe in a strong career and volunteer fire district, which maximizes every
tax dollar received as we serve you.
I feel that my in-depth
understanding and experience gained as the President of the Idaho State Fire Commissioner
Association has given insight and skills to continue to part of the positive
leadership your fire department deserves. I do not have any hidden agendas.
In closing, I sincerely
appreciated support and trust since 2010 you have placed in me.
David “Rudy” Rudebaugh
Commissioner Zone 4
Timberlake Fire Protection
District
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