Date: September 12, 2013 Office Sought: Avon Mayor Political Affiliation: Non-Partisan Election Name: Age: Date

of Birth: Place of Birth: Home Address: Years in Avon: Phone: Email: Facebook: Campaign Website: Occupation: Employer: Kevin Ward 44 9/21/1968 Cleveland 2501 Ithaca Drive, Avon Ohio 44011 7 Years 440-315-6597 wardforavon@aol.com www.facebook.com/kevinwardforavonmayor www.wardforavon.com Owner / Business Consultant Spartan Group

Elected Office: Avon City Council Elected 2009 & 2011 o Parks & Recreation Committee, Chairman o Finance Committee, Member Other Experience: United States Army, 1991 1995, Captain, Commanding Officer (93-95) o Awarded Meritorious Service Medal, Three Army Commendation Medals, Army Achievement Award President - Rentokil Pest Control - $30M in sales, 400 co-workers CFO - JC Ehrlich Pest Control - $200M in sales, 1500 co-workers VP of Operations/CFO - Initial Security - $150M in sales, 5000 co-workers CFO - Aggregate Equipment & Supply - $195M in sales, 800 co-workers Education: Boston University: Master of Science in Business Administration Cleveland State University: Bachelor of Business Administration Kent State University: Elected Officials Academy Family/Organizations: Married to Karen Ward for 25 years Children: Kevin Jr. (15), Brittney (14), Ryan (11) Members of St. Paul Church Volunteer: Youth Football, Wrestling and Softball Coach Three Specific Areas of Importance:

Financial o Encourage light industry as well as professional businesses in the medical, legal and IT industries to locate in Avon. o Utilize the increasing tax base from those businesses to continue to strengthen our Citys financial position and lessen our residential tax burden. Infrastructure/Community o Secure our home values and quality of life by continuous improvements in roads, utilities and parks. o Continue working on current plans to reduce flooding issues within the city. o Maintain a well trained and equipped Fire and Police Department and partner with schools and civic organizations to secure a stable and prosperous community. City Hall Operations o Ensure a smooth transition from Mayor Smiths Administration after his retirement. o Improve City Halls efficiency through the use of technology and process improvement solutions. o Update our communications with our residents through the use of social media and other modern methods.

Why Should Voters Elect You? Avon is no longer the small town of many years ago. Our next Mayor will be responsible for a $34 million budget, over 150 employees and tens of millions of dollars in assets. I have the proven skills and experience to lead and deliver results for the people of Avon from day one. I will work together with residents, City Council and all City employees to secure Avons future and to meet the challenges ahead. I will be honored to serve you as Avons next Mayor.