Ed Struiksma
American politician
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Edward John Struiksma (born 1946) is an American Republican politician from California. He served two terms on the San Diego City Council representing District 5.[1] He served as acting mayor of San Diego after the resignation of Roger Hedgecock until the special election of Maureen O'Connor.[2]
Preceded byLinda Bernhardt
Succeeded byFred Shnaubelt
Preceded byRoger Hedgecock
Succeeded byMaureen O'Connor
Ed Struiksma | |
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Official portrait, 1981 | |
| Member of San Diego City Council representing the 5th District | |
| In office 1981–1989 | |
| Preceded by | Linda Bernhardt |
| Succeeded by | Fred Shnaubelt |
| Acting Mayor of San Diego | |
| In office December 5, 1985 – June 3, 1986 | |
| Preceded by | Roger Hedgecock |
| Succeeded by | Maureen O'Connor |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Edward John Struiksma 1946 (age 79–80) San Diego, California, US |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Jean Struiksma |
| Profession | Marine, police officer |
Prior to elected office, Struiksma served in the Vietnam War as a member of the United States Marine Corps. After leaving the Marines, he worked as a police officer for the City of San Diego for nine years.[3]
