Occupation: State Trooper, SD Highway Patrol
Family: Wife-Kristi; Daughter-Bailey; and son-Dalton
Why are your running for a seat on the Winner City Council? I’ve been fortunate to have served as the Ward 1 City Councilman for the last four years. During this period of time the City of Winner has continued to experience improvements to its infrastructure and recreational facilities, while maintaining financial stability. During the last four years, I have also increased my knowledge regarding the inner-workings of city government and the details involved in day-to-day operations, as well as the foresight required to set future goals for maintenance/improvements, and growth/development. Additionally, I have had the opportunity to serve on several committees, expanding my knowledge of various departments within our city.
What do you see as the biggest challenges or the biggest issues facing the city of Winner? Our city continues to face numerous challenges, to include continuation of improvements in our aging infrastructure and developing growth in our businesses and recreational facilities, all while maintaining a strong financial status. Although situations can often become quite complex and have opposing views, I believe personnel issues are an on-going process that involves prudent review, in-depth discussion, and at times, difficult decisions.
What kind our city councilman would you be? If re-elected to continue serving as your Ward 1 City Councilman, I offer my continued commitment to listen to the concerns of our citizens and maintain open communication, working for the people, with the Mayor and other elected officials, to maintain the positive direction of our city government.