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Town and Country Alderman, Ward 3

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    John R. Harder
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    Kristin Macdowell
    (NON)

Biographical Information

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Why are you qualified to serve in this office?

Age 75
Occupation Business development consultant
Highest Post-secondary education M.S., Webster University, health services management
Public elected offices held Alderman, Town and Country, Ward 3, 2024-present
Incumbent? Yes
The top priority of city government is the safety and security of the residents. The second priority is maintaining and upgrading the infrastructure. The third is to accomplish the first two in a fiscally responsible manner. With several major capital projects scheduled in the next two years, it is imperative we manage our resources and prioritize our spending.
My wife and I have lived in Town and Country for over 31 years. I have a master's in management and a career in business including being CEO and holding several board positions. I was elected to serve as alderman for Ward 3 in 2024. I am chairman of the PFE commission and attend ways and means, public works, planning and zoning, and parks commissions when able.
Age 45
Occupation Small business owner
Highest Post-secondary education B.S., Lindenwood University, mass communications/media studies, communications
Campaign Email MacDowellWard3@gmail.com
1). Fiscally responsible budgeting and careful long-term planning. 2). Protecting residential character and property values through thoughtful zoning decisions. 3). Supporting health, safety and wellness with well-maintained parks and trails, plus infrastructure basics like road maintenance, drainage and erosion control.
As a St. Louis native and Town and Country resident since 2017, I bring experience in business ownership, communication and leadership. Restoring architecturally significant homes strengthened my respect for careful planning, neighborhood character and property values. I’m committed to being accessible, listening closely, asking the right questions and following through.