Age
73
Public elected offices held
Mayor, Fenton, 2001- 2013; County Council, St. Louis County, District 3, 2023- present
Highest post-secondary educ
MBA, Brenau University
Occupation
Project manager, service and critical support
I will use my professional and government experience to deliver exceptional results in the areas of crime reduction: our residents deserve to feel safe in their homes; careers/economic development: attract and retain good jobs so our young professionals can stay here and raise their families; competence: deliver services that county residents deserve, not empty promises.
Now is not the time for on-the-job training. It is a time for proven leadership. I am the only candidate for county executive with the professional and government experience to lead St. Louis County through these challenging times. As Fenton's mayor, I delivered low crime, economic growth and 12 years free of scandal. I will do the same for St. Louis County.
Age
47
Highest post-secondary educ
Some college
Occupation
Author and cultural advocate (disability recipient)
1) Restore fiscal stability to St. Louis County. Reduce the county’s $53 million deficit as of June through responsible budgeting. 2) Expand youth development and civic responsibility programs. Build youth programs that cultivate civic duty. 3) Strengthen direct democratic participation. Create pathways for St. Louis residents to have a direct voice in county decisions.
I’m qualified to serve as county executive because I bring lived experience, independent analysis and a commitment to repairing the social fabric of our community. I understand where systems fail people and how to rebuild them through transparency, accountability and community‑centered solutions.
Age
55
Public elected offices held
State senator, District 13, 2021-present
Highest post-secondary educ
B.S., Grambling State University, therapeutic recreation
My top three priorities are public safety, economic development and seniors. I will work to reduce crime, support first responders and invest in prevention programs. I will grow our economy by creating jobs and supporting businesses. I will also fight for affordable housing, healthcare, transportation and services that help seniors age with dignity.
I am qualified to serve as St. Louis County executive because I have a proven record of public service, managing budgets, building partnerships and delivering results for families, seniors, workers and businesses. As a state senator, I have fought for safer communities, economic growth and accountable government, and I am ready to lead on day one.
Age
43
Public elected offices held
State senator, District 14, 2019-present
Highest post-secondary educ
MPA, Washington University, law and public policy
Economic development: I’ll compete globally to attract investment and ensure every resident has access to quality jobs and affordable living. Public safety: I’ll invest in the infrastructure and systems that keep every neighborhood safe. Transparent government: I’ll bring accountability, honest problem-solving and disciplined leadership to county government every day.
Eight years in the state Senate taught me how to lead effectively. I secured nearly $100 million in regional investments through coalition-building and bipartisan negotiation. St. Louis County needs a leader who can manage a complex budget, collaborate with the County Council and deliver results without political distraction. My record proves I can.
Age
51
Public elected offices held
State representative, District 83, 2006-2011; Assessor, St. Louis County, 2011-present
Highest post-secondary educ
J.D., Harvard University
1) Restoring trust, competency and adult leadership to build a county government that we can all be proud of. 2) Working for the economic development of our entire county so we can continue to be the premier place in Missouri to live, work and raise a family. 3) Resolving the county's significant financial challenges to protect our services and quality of life.
I'm the only candidate in this field who runs a real executive office every day. As assessor I'm not always the most popular guy in town. But with me, what you see is what you get. I may not be the flashiest guy but my track record of honest public service is unmatched by any other candidate. We don't need more political bickering; we need responsible leadership.
