Office Sought: Board of Supervisors – District 4
Political Party: Independent
Candidate Email Address: [email protected]
Candidate Website: https://www.facebook.com/KasKellyMuscatineCounty
Campaign Committee: Committee to Elect Kas Kelly
Educational Background
| Name | City | State | Years | Diploma/Degree Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muscatine Community College | Muscatine | Iowa | Business |
Employment History
| Employer | Job Title | Start Date | End Date | Brief Job Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascent Professional | Emergency Road Services | 2/18/2019 | Dispatcher | |
| Muscatine Safe Streets | Executive Director | 1998 | 2018 | Neighborhood Organizer |
| Muscatine County | Supervisor | 2005 | 2016 | Elected Official |
Endorsements Received
| Organization | Date | Contact Name |
|---|---|---|
| International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 | 10/13/2020 |
Why are you running for election?
Due to the Corona Virus we are facing challenging times and a shortfall in available dollars to budget is going to be one of those challenges. We need someone in office that knows how to work with department heads and fellow elected officials to keep the cost as low as possible and still provide the services that are needed and as Citizens of Muscatine County deserves. With my 12 years of experience, I am the best choice to be able to meet those challenges.
What are the 3 most important issues facing your office over the next term?
| Issue | Why is this important? | How will you address this issue? |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health | We need elected officials that care about the fragile community | As a certified Mediator in many different fields, I will work w/ the Eastern IA MH/DS and continue to lobby legis. to allow equal local taxation to create a balance w/in the Region. |
What are the 3 most important issues facing Muscatine County over the next term?
| Issue | Why is this important? | How will you address this issue? (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Open and Honest Communication | Everyone has the right to know the who, what, where and how there Government is operated and tax dollars spent. | Night meetings – continue to televise – send video copies to other outlets. |
| Slag | Health issues – property damage | Stop using it |
What is the most important thing you would like voters to know about you that they may not?
I have owned a business, worked in a factory, been an executive director of a non-profit, an emergency services dispatcher and a Muscatine County Supervisor for 12 years. With my background, I have the experience, to be able to work w/ all members of Muscatine County. I am dedicated and a hard worker. All that being said – the most important thing to know is that I care about YOU. I have never asked what Party someone belongs to, because I don’t care. I am an Independent!!
