Democrat Ballot
Union County Tax Collector
Name: Karen Scott Age: 36 Occupation: Deputy assessor in the Union County Assessor’s office Why run? “To restore confidence and respect back into the courthouse.” Key issues: Having the assessor’s office and tax collector’s office work together.
Name: Paula Beard Age: 61 Occupation: Incumbent tax collector Why run? “To continue to elevate the Union County tax collector’s office.” Key issues: Continue bringing the tax collector’s office into the 21st century. El Dorado alderman Ward 3, Position 2
Name: Tony Henry Age: 58
Occupation: Retired from Clean Harbors as warehouse supervisor
Why run? “To continue to improve our community and city in a positive way.” Key issues:
Beautification, housing and business/economic development.
Name: Andre Rucks Age: 43 Occupation:
Professional insurance agent/fiduciary agent
Why run? “I grew up in humble beginnings (Haygood Neal Apartments), single mother, fatherless home, I can relate, as well as connect with, all the individuals who comes from similar beginnings. … I feel that I have an obligation to reach back and pave the way for other less fortunate individuals who may have had similar beginnings.”
Key issues: To tackle poverty in the community and take a restorative approach to economic needs, being sure to include all residents in the economic growth of El Dorado.