Editor’s note: The Press is publishing snapshots of candidates in contested races leading up to the Nov. 7 local elections.

Name: Eugene A. Marano

Age: 73

Length of residency: 39 years

Family: Married, three children

Highest level of education completed: Law degree

Degrees held: Bachelor of arts, history, 1966, Gonzaga University; Law degree, 1976, Gonzaga University.

Profession: Retired magistrate judge, 1985 – 2017.

Volunteerism: Coeur d’Alene School District No. 271 serving on committees to review math, English and social studies curriculums; volunteered at Skyway Elementary, Borah Elementary, Winton Elementary, Coeur d’Alene High and Lake City High schools, St. Pius X Catholic Church, St. Thomas Catholic Church; co-founded Idaho’s first Drug Court.

Previous political experience: Ran for Prosecuting Attorney — 1978

What prompted you to seek election to this position?

Streets and updating the commercial district.

What are three things you will work to change or improve if elected?

It’s probably a good time to review the city ordinances.

What makes you the best candidate?

My 32 years of public service to the citizens of Fernan Lake Village.