Steve started his public service career with the City of North Canton as an auxiliary police officer in 1981. He ascended through the ranks and in 2010 was selected the sixth Chief of Police. Steve retired as Chief of Police in March of 2017 after 36 years of service. In November of 2019 Steve was elected Mayor for the City of North Canton and is honored to proudly serves his community. He remains active in numerous civic organizations. He is a member of the Rotary Club of North Canton, Ohio. He looks forward to serving Rotary International District 6650 as District Governor in 2021-2022. He and his wife Mary have been married 40 years and are grateful to call North Canton their home.