Name: Mike Thomas
Age: 59
Hometown: Truesdale
Occupation: Radio state program/music director
Position sought: Truesdale alderman
Previous political experience: Served as alderman since 2027
Why are you running and why should people vote for you?
I want to continue to work with the rest of the board and city government to see Truesdale grow in a positive manner that is beneficial to its residents and the local economy. Many positive things have occurred during my time as an alderman including the construction of the city's first public park, Bruer Park, and the construction of the MaryLou Community Center. It's an honor to be a part of the group of city leaders that helped see those come to fruition.
What are your goals if elected?
I would like to see if the retail base in the city could be increased. I would also like to see city aldermanic wards established as we continue to grow in population for those who serve on future boards.
What issues are most pressing for your constituency?
Concerns about property development are a big issue but the establishment of Planning and Zoning in the city has helped to offer another forum for those concerns to be heard. The I-70 expansion has also been a safety concern and our city along with other communities, the county and the state, are all working to ease those concerns.
