Gates Mills Council Election 2011: Ed Welsh

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Name: Ed Welsh

Age: 69

Occupation: Paramedic

Education: University School, Rollins College, Lakeland Community College

Political affiliation: Republican

Office sought: Councilman, Gates Mills

Previous political office sought or held: Have served as councilman for 12 years (three terms)

Statement: Continue effort to protect and preserve our "Little New England Century Community"

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