Barbara Ann Overton, candidate for mayor in South Roxana, IL
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Name: Barbara Ann Overton
Political party: Independent
Age: 75
Website: None
Office seeking: South Roxana Mayor
Are you an incumbent? Yes
Previous offices sought: Choteau Township Clerk (retired), Madison County Board Member District 15, Village of South Roxana Trustee, Village President (mayor) 2018-present
Occupation: Wedding coordinator and cake design, 30-year South Roxana Business
Education: Lewis and Clark Community College business and accounting, Grant Management USA
Please list highlights of your civic involvement.
Madison County 4-H judge- Children Cake Design Program to qualify for Illinois State Fair; Hats Off to Reading- Connect Church South Roxana; Lewis and Clark Society, former vice president- 200th anniversary; Wood River Rotary President 2019-2020; Madison County Township Officials former president; Township Officials of Illinois Board of Directors secretary; T.O.I.- Clerks Division President; Madison County Stormwater Commission 2021; Crosspoint Baptist Church member
Why are you running?
I want to see our village continue to grow and make improvements so our residents, especially our children, can enjoy a clean and safe community.
What is the top issue in your race, and how would you address it?
Infrastructure and new business. I soon discovered what little had been done to improve our 50-plus-year-old infrastructure (water, sewer and roads). We were awarded two state Restore Illinois Grants and are awaiting funding, and a Madison County Community Development Grant - $10,000 drainage grant.
We welcome new retail business that is the engine that works to improve the economic future of our community.
Why should people vote for you?
I have a history of integrity in my personal life as a retired business owner and my dedication to serve with my community.
This story was originally published February 25, 2021 at 9:48 AM.