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The following is a press release written by Richie Carter for the Monroe County Democratic Central Committee. Members of the Monroe County Democratic Central Committee, and our Democratic Friends: |
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Richie Carter has filed candidacy paperwork and provided a statement in support of his candidacy to fill the office of Monroe County Councilperson at-Large. Eligible Precinct Committeepersons will gather at the Nat U. Hill Room of the Monroe County Courthouse on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 1PM to vote in caucus to appoint pro tempore a candidate for this vacancy. MCDP will only share statements by those candidates who have filed their paperwork with the Party Secretary. For more information, visit https://www.monroedems.org/vacancy-caucus-mccal — Dear Precinct Committee Members, My name is Richard Carter, and I am seeking your support to fill the vacant seat on the Monroe County Council following the unfortunate passing of Mrs. Cheryl Munson. Although I have not previously run for office at the county level, I have been actively involved in local and county politics for most of my adult life, both as a firefighter and an elected official. Allow me to share my qualifications: Stinesville Town Council: I have been serving on theStinesville Town Council since June 2023, initially appointedby Democratic Chair David Henry to fill a vacancy, andsubsequently elected to my own term starting in January2024. Public Safety Local Income Tax Committee: I currentlyrepresent the Town of Stinesville on this committee forMonroe County. Monroe County Emergency Management AdvisoryCouncil: I served as a member from 2007 to 2016. Monroe County Firefighters Association: I was a memberfrom 1997 to 2008, serving as Association President from2004 to 2008. Monroe County Fire Chief’s Association: I was a memberfrom 2006 to 2013, serving as secretary/treasurer from 2009to 2011. Indiana University: I am currently employed by IndianaUniversity as a Supervisor in Housing Operations, overseeingEnvironmental Operations staff for Willkie/MasonQuadrangle. In my various roles, whether as Fire Chief for Bean Blossom Township/Stinesville Fire Department, a Town Council Member for Stinesville, a member of the Emergency Management Advisory Council, or within the Fire Associations, I have consistently worked within or set budgets. As a county council member, I believe fiscal responsibility should be a top priority. While I know I can never replace what was lost with the passing of Mrs. Cheryl Munson, I share her pride in being from a rural township and town—Bean Blossom Township and the Town of Stinesville—being involved in local politics and serving students. I feel my community work has prepared me to take this next step, if elected, to join the County Council. Thank you for your time and consideration for the vacant seat on the County Council. Please don’t hesitate to contact me should you have any additional questions. 812-606-1699 richard.carter@stinesville.in.gov |
PRESS RELEASE: Members of the Monroe County Democratic Central Committee, and our Democratic Friends
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