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A CALL FROM HOME
Returning home, he took a job teaching at Capital High and remained there for more than 10 years. For the last seven years he has worked as the communications director for Forward Think, a nonprofit dedicated to helping young adults succeed in education and business.
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BUILDING A BETTER FUTURE
His decision to run for office and seek a seat on the city council comes from wanting to make a difference in how people's voices are heard. His love for the community is what drives him and his background is what makes him a good choice for city council. However, Village of Simpson looks at serving the public as an honor and not a career.
One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors. – Plato
Vickie Standifer, Mayor
Council Member
Neil Standifer, Council Member
Quana L. Mayo, City Clerk
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Council Member
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Heather Walker, Asst. Clerk