Name: Tony Henry
Hometown: El Dorado Age: 58 Occupation: Retired from Clean Harbors as warehouse supervisor.
Education: 14 years. (Henry graduated from El Dorado High School and attended Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia, South College in Savannah, Georgia, and Nuclear Biological and Chemical Warfare School at Ft. McClellan, Alabama. While serving in the U.S. Army, Henry studied different types of leadership from many countries, including Korea, Germany, Egypt, Israel and Japan. ) Family: Wife, Vicky; two sons, Antonio and Vicordre; and a daughter, Tonea.
Political party: Democrat Past political experience, if any: El Dorado City Council, six years.
Position being sought: City alderman, Ward 3, Position 2.
Is position part-time or full-time? Part-time.
What is the salary of the position? N/A Are there any legal requirements to hold the position? If so, how do you meet those requirements? No, just the willingness to serve.
What are the responsibilities of the position being sought and how would you tackle the job? Supervise administrative officers, formulate policies, and exercise city powers. I will ensure that everyone is treated fairly and impartially. Why did you choose to run again? To continue to improve our community and city in a positive way. What makes you the best person for the job?
My six years of experience on the council, my knowledge of the law and a love for the people.
Do you plan on raising/spending money to promote your candidacy? If so, do you know how much? No, I am spending my money on my candidacy. A very good friend told me a long time ago, “You can’t be a gainer if you’re not a giver.”