Rep. Dave Upthegrove’s Biography

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH:
May 3, 1971 – Burien, Washington
EDUCATION
University of Colorado
B.A. in Environmental Conservation;
B.A. in Biology (minor)

EMPLOYMENT
Prior to serving in the Legislature, Dave worked for seven years on the staff of the Washington State Senate. He has worked intermittently on the staff of King County Councilwoman Julia Patterson, and now works professionally as a basketball referee with the Pacific NW Basketball Officials Association.

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Highline YMCA, Board of Directors
Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce
Highline Citizens for Schools
Highline Historical Society
Wash. Council on Public Legal Education
Volunteer, We the People and Project Citizen civic education programs
Middle Green River Coalition National Park Service Grant Executive Committee
Kent Chamber of Commerce

YEARS IN HOUSE
7th Term

LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
Strengthening our economy and creating jobs
Protecting our environment
Improving education for all
Investing in our transportation needs for today and the future