Grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio, attending public schools

Moved to Twin Cities in 1977 to attend Macalester College

Graduated from Macalester in 1981 with a bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies

Earned a master of arts degree in Urban and Environmental Policy from Tufts University

Humphrey Institute Policy Forum Fellow, University of Minnesota

Married since 1984 to Macalester graduate Marcia Zimmerman, who is currently senior rabbi at Temple Israel in Minneapolis

Three children, Rebecca (16), Naomi (13), Max (10), all students in the Minneapolis public schools

Linden Hills resident for 19 years and homeowner at 4344 Drew Ave. S.