Joe Behnken, candidate for mayor in New Athens, IL
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Name: Joe Behnken
Political party (if applicable): Non-partisan race but I am a Republican
Age as of April 6, 2021: 75
Campaign website or social media page: www.ElectBehnken.com
Office seeking: Mayor of the Village of New Athens
Are you an incumbent? No
Previous offices sought: St. Clair County Board 15 served three terms 1992-2000
Occupation: Semi Retired Advisor Business Merger and Acquisitions
Education: Bachelor’s degree in management from SIU
Please list highlights of your civic involvement: Past member of Rotary Club, Southwestern Development Authority (two governor appointments to the board and executive director), Southwestern Leadership Council, Chamber of Commerce, O’Fallon Planning Commission, current charter board member of the Metro-East Business Incubator Association
Why are you running? To provide much needed leadership, focus, fiscal management and direction.
What is the top issue in your race, and how would you address it? Fiscal management, compliance with state and federal law and ordinances. Improve communication with citizens and equal and fair treatment to all citizens.
Why should people vote for you? Professional designation as a Certified Public Accountant. Solid experience in business and public service. Honest, responsible and will be accountable to the citizens serving as their Mayor and Chief Executive Officer of the Village of New Athens.
This story was originally published February 24, 2021 at 4:59 PM.