Greg Matthews was born and raised in Gresham, Oregon.
He has spent twenty two years protecting Gresham as a police officer and firefighter. Every summer, Greg works with at-risk kids at Camp Rosenbaum to teach them how to resist drugs and violence.
Greg and his wife Suzette are small business owners of a local day care and the parents of three daughters.
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As a first-time candidate running for public office, I have a new appreciation for any citizen, and their families for that matter, who make themselves available and endure the long and trying process of campaigning.
It is with respect that I ask our citizens to join me in recognizing the years of dedicated service of Rep. John Lim. While it’s true we disagree on a number of issues, I realize the value of his sacrifice and acknowledge the contributions he and his wife, Grace, have made to our community. During the campaign I always said that I couldn’t wish him luck, but my family and I certainly do wish him well.
With that being said, this journey began with only one vote that mattered, which was the vote of my wife, Suzette. I thank her for the unconditional love and support. She is truly a wonderful wife, a fantastic mother to our three little girls, and I am blessed to have her in my life. I give tremendous thanks to my parents and for the manner in which I have been raised, and my entire family for the support I continue to receive regardless of the endeavor.
The campaign trail was long, and I would like to thank everyone who played an instrumental role in assisting our campaign. Simply put, none of this would have been possible had it not been for the countless hours donated to our cause. I was overwhelmed by your response, humbled by your vote, and truly look forward to serving as your new state representative.
State Representative Elect Greg Matthews
Greg's first television advertisement demonstrating how he's leading Gresham by example as a current firefighter, former police officer, and millitary veteran.
Over 75 firefighters from Gresham and across Oregon rallied in support of Greg Matthews this past Saturday, September 20 at Red Sunset Park. The rally featured speeches from Oregon House Majority Leader Dave Hunt, Gresham Mayor Shane Bemis, Oregon AFL-CIO President Tom Chamberlain, and Oregon State Firefighter Council President Kelly Bach.
“Oregon’s firefighters are rallying behind Greg Matthews because they know he’ll work hard to make sure we’re represented in Salem,” said Oregon State Firefighter Council President Kelly Bach. “Greg’s commitment and service to the Gresham Community will make him a great State Representative,” added Gresham Mayor Shane Bemis.
Following the rally and speeches, all firefighters and volunteers hit the pavement to knock on doors and spread the word about Matthews’ campaign. A barbeque, refreshments, and live music followed, as every volunteer received a “Firefighters for Matthews” T-Shirt.
A twenty-two year veteran of Gresham public safety, Matthews spent eleven years as an officer for the Gresham police force before joining Gresham Fire and Emergency Services where he has spent the last eleven years at Station 71. Matthews is running for State Representative in Oregon House District 50 and currently serves as the President of Gresham Professional Firefighters Local 1062.
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