BURRTON—The Burrton City Council has two four-year term positions up for election in November. The positions are currently held by Missy Ducimetiere and Craig Lang. Three people—Missy Ducimetiere, Tonya Hornback, and Scott Meyer—have registered to be on the ballot.
Harvey County Now reached out to all of the candidates with the same questionnaire. Below are the responses received.
Missy Ducimetiere
Occupation: Home Health
Why are you running?
I desire to serve my community in the city council position.
What qualifies you for this position?
My experience as a past EMS director, Education Director at a Boys and Girls Club, serving on church boards, and being a treasurer for a non-profit has given me experience with budgets, committees, and implementing needs for improvements.
What do you hope to accomplish if elected?
My hope is to be part of the solution to bring in more housing in Burrton which includes improvements in infrastructure.
What do you see as the biggest need for Burrton?
Burrton needs quality housing and infrastructure-the streets being the biggest concern.
What opportunities do you think Burrton has in the next few years?
Housing, improved morale, better streets, new businesses.
Do you have an idea for the city that hasn’t been discussed or gotten too little attention?
Not at this time.
Scott Meyer
Occupation: Parts Specialist
Why are you running?
Since moving to Burrton, my desire to become involved in my community has naturally increased. I believe participation is the best way to have a voice.
What qualifies you for this position?
I attended college working toward a business degree. I have 20 years of management experience in respect to personnel, finances, operations, and public relations.
What do you hope to accomplish if elected?
I plan to continue to work with the current council and mayor to discover ways to bring in more families to keep our school and current businesses viable while improving roads and being fiscally responsible.
What do you see as the biggest need for Burrton?
The biggest need for Burrton is upgrading our infrastructure including quality roads, water, sewer, and gas so they are available for our future generations along with affordable housing and competitive jobs.
What opportunities do you think Burrton has in the next few years?
Growth for families! I feel we can grow as a small community. We can work toward developing more ways to get the community involved and have pride in our town. That will increase as we work through completing the goals set before us.
Do you have an idea for the city that hasn’t been discussed or gotten too little attention?
I believe housing in Burrton needs more attention. Use of land programs, absent landlords responsibilities, vacant housing, lot and abandoned house maintenance need to be addressed.
