Thomas Blake

195 High Street

Education: University of Southern Maine, MS, Education, BA, History

Occupation: Retired South Portland firefighter/paramedic; currently small business owner

Age: 56

Party Affiliation: Democrat

Political experience: not previously eligible for municipal office so none

Civic associations: Member of Long Creek Revitalization Planning
Committee; President of South Portland Land Trust, 2005-2007,
1987-1993; Captain Engine One Call Company, 2004-2007; Chairman of West
End Trails Committee, 2006-2007; Chairman of Public Education Program
for South Portland Fire Dept., 2001-2007; Board Member of Maine
Corporate Track and Field Association, 1987-2005; President of United
States Corporate Athletics Association, 2002-2003;  United States
Corporate Athletic Association, 1996-2003; President of Local 1476
South Portland Professional Firefighters, 1990-1996; Member of South
Portland Comprehensive Planning Committee, 1988-1992; Member of South
Portland School Improvement Committee, 1986-1988; President of Ferry
Village Neighborhood Conservation Association, 1985-1987.

Statement about candidacy: As a lifelong South Portland resident, and a
26-year Firefighter/Paramedic, I have a tremendous admiration for our
great city and its citizens.  I have a strong work ethic and I am
a people person.  I will listen to the people and do my homework
to assure that we maintain a high quality of life and a healthy
environment.  Together, we can make South Portland a greater
community for our people.