Robert "Rocky" J. Samson
A candidate for Spokane Valley City Council, position 2, City of Spokane Valley in the 2019 Washington Primary Election, Aug. 6
Party: No party
City: Spokane Valley, WA
His words: “Roads, better planning and being accessible is a very top priority to me. I just want to help.”
His pitch: “I’m going to be accessible. I’m going to be here for citizens and listen to their concerns, and I want to invite each and every citizen to come to City Council meetings.”
Education: Graduated from Lincoln Park High School in Michigan in 1987. Apprenticed as a master bricklayer through the bricklayers union in Detroit starting in 1988.
Political experience: None.
Work experience: Owner of Checker Auto Repair and general manager of Checker Auto Sales. Former bricklayer, cab driver and owner of Checker Cab.
Family: Divorced. Has one daughter.
Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Brandi Peetz (R) | 7,298 | 47.09% |
| Michelle Rasmussen | 6,412 | 41.38% |
| Robert “Rocky” J. Samson (N) | 1,787 | 11.53% |
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