Alton Mayor Brant Walker has a challenge from a write-in candidate. Forgot account? St. Clair County Circuit Judge Heinz Rudolf last month denied an appeal to put Rogers and her slate back on the ballot. He said he wanted to continue the economic growth of Alton as well, a wish shared by all four men running for mayor.
Alton Mayor Brant Walker defeated challenger Scott Dixon 2,242 to 1,452 with all 25 precincts reporting. Dixon also describes himself as an "urban planning geek" and wants to use his research to make Alton a more livable city and a desirable destination. Seeking a second term, Walker contends Alton — beset for decades by job and population loss — has seen a turnaround over the past four years. Sounds like she should have just complied.
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It hasn’t happened as long as I’ve been here.”. or. Reach Linda N. Weller at 618-208-6450 or on Twitter @Linda_Weller, Dueling Democrats could force city’s first primary, https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Dueling-Democrats-could-force-city-s-first-12600019.php. Washington Park Mayor Ann Rodgers is running for reelection as a write-in candidate. — Mayoral races top April 4 election ballots in Metro East Illinois —, Subscribe to Cook County Chronicle digital edition. Republican Mayor's WIFE is caught PARTYING and now faces a YEAR in JAIL!! Cook is associated with the maverick St. Clair County Freedom Coalition, led by radio talk show host Bob Romanic. Brant Walker, Mayor of Alton, Illinois got a big surprise early Sunday morning when he was contacted by the Police Chief, who informed him that police officers were busting an illegal gathering at Hiram’s Tavern, a downtown Alton establishment, and that Walker’s wife was among the attendees. No one who has indicated a run for an Alton office in the election technically is a candidate until filing the nominating petitions and other required paperwork, and obtaining Boulds’ certification.
Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a Page. When asked if he is concerned about the cost of a primary to taxpayers, Young said it would not be an issue if Rauschkolb does not run as a Democrat. High-profile mayoral races will top the April 4 election ballot in many communities across Metro-East. “I’ve voted as a Democrat my entire life; I want to run as a Democrat,” said Rauschkolb, 46, an Alton police lieutenant. On Tuesday, Jan. 31, Rauschkolb filed a declaration of intent to be a write-in candidate at the Madison County Clerk’s Office in Edwardsville. That means Rogers and the trustees did not have to pay the village personal property tax last year, McKinney noted. My family always has voted that way.
Incumbent Mayor Brant Walker, who plans to run for a second four-year term, picked up the normal independent packet from the clerk’s office, she said. Privacy PolicyCookie SettingsDo Not Sell My InformationReport Ad. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He cites the city’s new high-speed rail terminal, Alton Riverfront Amphitheatre, more than 200 business licenses, and more than $56 million in private investment. As for Rauschkolb’s concerns for any potential conflict of interest, Schrempf noted that he asked, both at the first hearing Jan. 5 as well as at the second hearing Jan. 20, all parties involved if there were any objections to those who would be serving as members of the board, or any other potential conflicts from any of the parties involved, and no objections or conflicts were identified. Alderman Gary Fleming, one of the board’s three members, made the motion to approve the decision and order, with fellow board member Boulds seconding the motion.
Those candidates include a community activist, a business owner, a police officer and current Alton Mayor Brant Walker. Text @RB to 618-202-4618 to sign up for Text Alerts from RiverBender! Brant Walker, Mayor of Alton, Illinois got a big surprise early Sunday morning when he was contacted by the Police Chief, who informed him that police officers were busting an illegal gathering at Hiram’s Tavern, a downtown Alton establishment, and that Walker’s wife was among the attendees. “Established party” candidates also create a parallel election process in the city: * Nominating petitions and other paperwork to file as an established party candidate were available Aug. 30. Joshua Young previously filed to run as a write-in candidate. We’ve had independent businessmen as mayors; we know who they are for.
“This is the first time I have been aware of it,” she said. Print Version She now faces the same consequences for her ill-advised decision as the other individuals who chose to violate the “Stay At Home” order during this incident. On with the show: Opera Edwardsville adds digital performances... Alton mom pleads guilty in daughter’s death. I was also made aware that my wife was in attendance at this prohibited social gathering. “I believe in my party; I’m a progressive Democrat,” said Young, 39, an Alton Democratic precinct committeeman. ALTON — If two declared candidates follow through with intentions to run for mayor as Democrats in the April 4 consolidated election, Alton might have to hold its first primary in city history. He also calls for an affordable housing program for older adults, a new indoor state-of-the-art sports complex, additional efforts to address deteriorating infrastructure (with local companies hire to perform the work), and a special task force to curb the area’s growing opiate abuse problem.
A mayor ordered police to crack down on social gatherings. Dixon has very long roots in Alton; his stone mason ancestors literally built the town. To stand outside it (the party) is morally wrong.”, Young said a primary is important because it would be historical. His platform was based on a revival of America's Progressive Era from the 1870s-1920s. His experience and education in business management are also assets Dixon said he would use in order to create a better Alton.
It would be interesting to know what excuse she gave him. Alton city candidates traditionally run as independents, with no party affiliation listed on ballots. “I’ve been doing this for a very long time,” Schrempf said. A February primary in Alton is “a real possibility if Rauschkolb and Young run, and are certified as Democrats,” said Tom Hawkins of Alton, chairman of the Alton Township Democrats and an Alton Democratic Precinct committeeman. Rauschkolb also raised concerns regarding the Electoral Board process. Community See All. “The election always has been nonpartisan. Rauschkolb had first filed to appear on the ballot as a candidate for mayor as Democrat, as did Young. Both Schwarte and Young’s objections were based on a 2016 case, Rudd vs. Lake County Electoral Board (2016 IL App (2d) 160649). High around 70F. In a statement issued Monday, the Mayor said (in part): At approximately 1am on Sunday morning, I was informed by the Police Chief that the Alton Police Department was investigating and stopping a social gathering in downtown Alton that was occurring in violation of the provisions of the statewide “Stay At Home” order. Alton Corporation Counselor Jim Schrempf presented a draft of a decision and order he prepared on behalf of the board.
For his reelection, Walker said he hopes to continue this progress by utilizing his administration's talent and expertise. Sunny. Boulds also has not found records in the clerk’s office of any Alton primary election. Young said he wanted to work on initiatives such as solar-paneled streetlights, community gardens and a civilian panel to oversee police affairs.
See more of Mayor Brant Walker on Facebook. Write-in candidate Young, a self-described progressive Democrat, promises an “advocacy administration.” He also advocates STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math)-based development efforts – ranging from robotics initiatives to installation of solar powered-street lights. ALTON — The city of Alton’s Electoral Board has issued an order that keeps one Alton mayoral hopeful off the ballot — at least for now. “There is no evidence Alton ever had a primary in a consolidated election,” said Madison County Clerk Debra Ming-Mendoza.
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He noted Young’s objection, previously determined to be invalid because Young failed to provide his address of residence within the objection documentation, would remain stricken and dismissed. “I want to give people a chance to have an open election to see the difference between a partisan party and an independent. The official Facebook page for Brant Walker's campaign for Alton Mayor. Those municipalities have charters limiting the number of candidates that can run for an office, she said.
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Dixon's plan incorporates several methods to bring people to Alton, including utilizing its natural beauty to create paths and trails for young people with active lifestyles. “Whether someone runs as a Democrat, Republican or independent, they stand a chance of isolating a nonpartisan group in the pool of voters in Alton,” he said. ALTON - While the Alton mayoral election is not until April 4, 2017, the campaign is in full swing with four candidates in the running. Jennifer Van Laar is Deputy Managing Editor at, A Hollywood Executive Reportedly Donated Millions Toward Trump's Reelection, Pennsylvania's AG Proclaimed Victory in His State for Joe Biden Was Certain, Now He's Backtracking, Hot Takes: If the Early Return Data Is Correct, Democrats Should Be Preparing Themselves for a Bad Tuesday, Excuse Me for Once Again Looking to Early Ballot Returns in Nevada -- the Numbers Are Intriguing, Watch: New Trump Video Features the Three Most Important Words on Election Day, Hooray for It: Trump's Campaign Received Some Phenomenal Funding From a Most Unlikely Place. Linda N. Weller, lweller@civitasmedia.com. Incumbent Mayor Brant Walker, who plans to run for a second four-year term, picked up the normal independent packet from the clerk’s office, she said.
He said he would spread that growth across demographics and work for integration in the city. Brant Walker: Walker has been the Mayor of Alton since he won as a write-in candidate in 2013. Both Rauschkolb and Young were later notified by City Clerk Mary Boulds they would not have their names certified to appear on the ballot as they had both failed to submit required paperwork by the deadline to do so. However, Danny Rauschkolb’s final status on the ballot is yet to be determined. Log In.
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