Timothy DeGeeter
City of Parma
Education: Doctoral degree, Cleveland State University College of Law; bachelor’s degree, John Carroll University
What Guides My Decision-Making: More times than not, you can’t go wrong with your gut. The approach we take at city hall is a collaborative approach. It’s good to have people around you to help guide you in that final decision.
Whom I Would Call for Advice: If I could, I would call Dr. Marty Harnisch, who passed away in fall of 2022. Marty was my college roommate, best man at my wedding and best friend.
If I Could Have Any Other Job: Professional golfer on the PGA Circuit
Proudest Moment: Besides marrying my wife, Pam, in 1999, being dad to my son, Jack, and daughter, Molly
Hobby/Passion: Tailgating at Notre Dame football home game weekends
If I Could Relive One Moment: 1988/1989 sophomore year of college at Holy Cross Jr. College