John Barrett III

Town: North Adams

Age: 55

Birth date: May 16, 1947

Birthplace: Bennington, Vt.

Occupation: Mayor, City of North Adams

How I would describe myself: Very intensive but one who tries to see the humor in every situation.

Current volunteerism, board memberships, etc.: Too numerous; chairman of MASS MoCA Commission; Vice president of Massachusetts Mayor’s Association.

Family: Sister and brother-in-law; widower with no children.

Education: Bachelor of Science and Education, Masters in Education, North Adams State College.

Personal hero/role model: People who give back to their communities for the right reasons.

Personal achievement(s) of which you are most proud: The establishment of the Eileen A. Barrett Oncology Center and Foundation.

Personal quote/trademark expression: “You meet the same people on the way down as you did on the way up.”

The best advice you can give someone: Always know more than the next guy.

Most recent book read and author’s name: “John Adams,” by David McCullough

Favorite TV/radio show: “Imus,” “60 Minutes”

Pet peeve: Slow golfers

Hobbies/Interests: Golf and more golf