JP (James Paul) Kwiecinski, 56, of Hannumbrook Drive, Easthampton, MA 01027. Married 34 years to Cynthia Kwiecinski, a school teacher and former counselor for abused adolescents. Kwiecinski has two daughters, Meaghan and Kelly.

Vigorously opposed expansion of Northampton's Landfill over Easthampton's water supply, stating "Landfills and aquifers just don't mix!"

Led the council in support of saving Echodale Farm, Easthampton's largest operating farm, from development.

Has been active in assisting the business community of Easthampton in rewriting the sign ordinances to be business friendly.

Has said "Easthampton must be business friendly and environmentally conscious at the same time"

Has served on various City Council Committees: Finance, Ordinance, and Public Safety.

Graduate of University of Massachusetts, Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Graduate courses at University of Massachusetts in School of Business Administration and School of Public Health (1/2 coursework toward MBA)

For 7 years was an Administrator for the University of Massachusetts, handling budgets, Programs, Recruiting, Hiring, and Firing

Director of Volunteers at Northampton State Hospital

School Council - Easthampton High, Whitebrook

CETA Job Developer; Machine Operator (Pro Brush, National Blank Book)

News reporter Daily Hampshire Gazette and Springfield Union.

Memberships: Member of the Massachusetts Municipal Association 2004-2009