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Humboldt County, CA March 7, 2000 Election
Smart Voter Full Biography for Walt Giacomini

Candidate for
Supervisor; County of Humboldt; District 1

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A fourth generation native of Humboldt County, Walt was born in Eureka and grew up in Elk River. He and his wife, Becky, have been married 28 years and have two daughters, Sarah and Mary. As a teacher, businessperson, parent and community leader, Walt shares our values, concerns and hopes for the future. His independent spirit and practical experience offer us a fresh, new approach-old problems.

EDUCATION

  • Graduated Eureka High School, 1960
  • Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, 1964
  • Lifetime California Standard Teaching Credential
  • Lifetime California Community College Instructor Credential

EMPLOYMENT
  • Research Farm Superintendent, Davis, CA, 1967-68
  • Teacher, Vocational Agriculture, Eureka High School, 1968-70
  • Self-employed farmer, Loleta and Ferndale, 1970-75
  • College Instructor, agricultural Business Management, Blue Mountain Community College, Pendleton, OR, 1975-80
  • Manager, McBride Ranches, Loleta and Bear River, 1980-87
  • Self-employed rancher, 1988 to present

PUBLIC SERVICE
  • Member, Fortuna Union High School Board of Trustees, 1989-97; Board President 1991-95
  • Coach, Babe Ruth League Baseball, 1995-96; Basketball, Fortuna Elementary School, 1995-97
  • College of the Redwoods Agricultural Advisory Committee, 1981 to present

WATER & RESOURCES
  • Implemented an innovative holistic resource management program for McBride Ranches, 1980-87
  • Introduced resource management-ranchers in Montana, Texas and Wyoming, 1994
  • Developed comprehensive water management plan for leased ranches, 1997

BUSINESS & INDUSTRY
  • Member, Humboldt County Farm Bureau
  • Member, Humboldt-Del Norte Cattlemen's Association; President, 1997-99
  • Member, California Cattlemen's Association; Chairman, Code of Ethics Subcommittee, 1989; Director, 1997 to present

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