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Meet Allan Timms
- Age: 48
- Residence: Off Scotts Valley Drive, in the Cove Development Townhomes
- Occupation: Senior vice president of engineering for Universal Audio, based in Scotts Valley
- Local government experience: Prior to working at Universal Audio, Timms worked with nonprofits and charities in the United Kingdom. “As an executive, I have a budget of $30+ million, am responsible for a team of around 150 people, and have strong roots as an executive in terms of planning and roadmapping, prioritization, creatively funding projects, and managing complex projects concurrently,” he said.
- Important local issues: Timms said economic development and long-term budget stability are two key issues. “We want to make sure that the town has money to carry on forward, making sure developments are being built within the city that are of benefit to everyone.”
- Fun fact: Timms is a black-belt karate instructor. He started martial arts training at 11 but does not currently train.

Allan Timms (Contributed)
Here are some of Allan Timms’ positions on issues brought forward by Scotts Valley voters. Timms’ responses have been edited for length and clarity.
In the Nov. 8 election, Scotts Valley residents will choose a new representative for the Scotts Valley City Council. There are three candidates vying for two seats. Read Santa Cruz Local’s Election Guide for the other candidates:
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