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		CLERK-TREASURER Gary Perdew grew up in St. Lucie County, before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. His service stretched from the Vietnam War (serving in a Combat Support Group) through Dessert Storm. Among his military awards are the Meritorious Service Medal, two Air Medals, three Air Force Commendation Medals and the National Defense Ribbon. While in the service, Mr. Perdew earned his BA from St. Leo College. He also attended Officer Training School. After the service, he earned his MBA from the University of West Florida. In 1997, Mr. Perdew returned to St. Lucie County, accepting the position of Principal Analyst for the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners. In 2004 he assumed the duties of Clerk-Treasurer for the Fire District. The Fire District Clerk-Treasurer is one of three positions appointed by the Fire District Board. The other positions are the Fire Chief and the Attorney. During his tenure with the Fire District, the Clerk-Treasurer has: Maintained a very low debt ratio by adhering to a strict “pay as you go” basis for funding capital improvement projects. Fully funded Emergency/Contingency Fund General Fund revenues continuously exceeded expenses.