Paul is married and has five grown children and four grandchildren.  He is a life-long resident of the Durham Region area and is a retired Police Detective.  He was involved in several local community safety programs including School Safety Patrol, the Durham Region Car Safety Seat Committee, Parent Safety Patrol Programs and the Durham Family Court Clinic. His other interests are going on walks with his wife, riding his bicycle, golf and spending time with family and friends.  He has served on the Board for three years.