The Peru Gazette

1. Summarize your educational background, primary employment, your past community involvement and a little information about your family.

My participation in our community started when I became a volunteer member on the Peru Town Youth Committee which I held for 6 years. I also volunteered for 8 years, as a coach for several of our sports programs. During my time on the Youth Committee, several residents encouraged me to run for the position of Peru Town Councilman. Since then I have been elected as a Town Councilman and have held this position for the past 10 years. I was also appointed by the Town Supervisor to the position of Deputy Supervisor for 8 years. I am currently employed at Hynes Electric Supply. I graduated from Peru High School and since then remained in Peru to raise my family with wife Amy. We have raised 2 grown sons and a daughter who is currently a senior at Peru High School.

2. Why did you decide to run for office?

I decided to run for the position of Peru Town Supervisor, because this is my home town and I want to continue my commitment to be an active representative for all residents. My decision to obtain this position was also influenced and encouraged by several residents over the past few years, as they strongly felt my experience and knowledge would highly qualify me for this position.

3. State one or more of your successes in life and how that experience will assist you as Town Supervisor? 

I’ve had many successes in playing sports in my youth, however, I understood I did not win the games alone, as I was part of a team. I use this approach of teamwork when working with others to strive for the best possible outcomes.

4. What town issues concern you the most?

One issue of concern for our town is the aging infrastructure of our water and sewer lines and its costly expenditure. Another issue of concern is the annual increases in health insurance premiums and our ability to keep up with this ever-rising cost.

5. How would you address these issues?

I would address these issues by actively working together with the town board members and staff to help find ways to cut unnecessary spending in our town budget. I would also want to continue our efforts in obtaining potential grant funding.

6. Given that you have a full-time job, if you are elected as Peru Town Supervisor what hours will you be at your desk in the town hall Monday-Friday? How do you plan to integrate your town supervisor responsibilities with your full-time employment?  Has your employer agreed to a change in your hours of employment if you are elected as town supervisor? 

In my 10 ten years as a Peru Town Councilman or in my 8 years as Deputy Supervisor, I have always planned arrangements to be available to perform my duties. My employer is fully aware of my political position and potential increase in responsibilities if elected. To make sure I was accessible, I have continually listed my personal cell phone number on the Town of Peru’s website. I pride myself in having a proven record of availability and approachability.

7. Why should a person vote for you?

A resident should vote for me, because I am committed to working hard for everyone and want to further my commitment to our town by becoming the Town Supervisor. The experience and knowledge I have gained in my many years of service as a Deputy Supervisor and Town Councilman has efficiently prepared me for this position. I will continue my efforts in promoting a team approach, as we all benefit if we work together towards the common goal of improving our town.

8. What party lines will your name appear on in November?

My name will appear under the following party lines in November:

Democrat
Conservative
Working Families
Working Together for Peru/ Independent