Jackson County Executive Race Reopens for New Candidates Following Incumbent's Withdrawal
Race for top Jackson County office opens again. Here’s who is in, and who is out
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The race for Jackson County Executive in Missouri is back open for new candidates after Interim County Executive Phil LeVota withdrew from the election. Voters will select a new executive in November for a four-year term, with six candidates currently in the running and a new filing period starting April 29.
- 01Interim County Executive Phil LeVota has withdrawn from the race, reopening candidate filings.
- 02The election for Jackson County Executive will take place in November 2023.
- 03Six candidates remain in the running, including Bill Baird, the only current officeholder.
- 04Candidates must be registered voters in Jackson County for at least three years.
- 05The county executive position has a salary of approximately $150,000 annually.
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The race for Jackson County Executive in Missouri has reopened for new candidates following the withdrawal of Interim County Executive Phil LeVota. Voters will choose a new executive in November 2023 to serve a four-year term starting in January 2027. The filing period for new candidates begins on April 29 and will last for five days. Currently, six candidates remain in the race, including Bill Baird, who is the only candidate holding another political office as the Mayor of Lee's Summit. Baird aims to bring professionalism back to county government after previously clashing with LeVota. Other candidates include Stacy Lake, Ryan Meyer, Holmes Osborn, Alan Rohlfing, and Erik Steffen. Candidates must be registered voters in Jackson County for at least three years. The county executive oversees municipal departments, manages tax assessments, and represents the county, with an annual salary of around $150,000. LeVota's withdrawal follows his earlier commitment not to seek a full term, citing the demands of the role and the challenges of campaigning. Additionally, DaRon McGee, a current Jackson County Legislator, also withdrew from the race, expressing a desire to spend more time with family.
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The outcome of the election will determine the leadership and direction of Jackson County's government, affecting local policies and services.
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