Voters in only one of Eureka’s three wards will have a choice to make in the April 2 election when it comes to seats on the city’s Board of Aldermen.
In Ward 3, Jerry Holloway is running for a fourth consecutive two-year term, but he faces a challenge from Tom Maruna.
Jerry Diekmann in Ward 1 and Kevin Kirkpatrick in Ward 2 have no opposition as they seek third terms on the board.
Holloway did not return a Leader candidate questionnaire.
Aldermen are paid $200 per regular meeting (two are held each month) plus $50 for any special meeting attended. They also are paid an expense allowance of $200 per month.
MARUNA, 79, is a retired workfare development coordinator for the city of Bloomington Township in Illinois. He and his wife, Janet, have five grandchildren and a great-grandchild. He earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in business administration from Ohio University.
What experience do you have (elected office, civic organizations, volunteer work, etc.) that might serve you well in this position?
Maruna: I served three four-year terms as a trustee of White Oak Township in Illinois and two terms as a trustee for the Carlock (Ill.) Fire District.
What are the biggest problems facing the city and how would you address them?
MARUNA: To ensure board meetings and discussions are open to the public and not conducted in closed sessions.
Why should voters elect you to this position? List your goals, if elected.
MARUNA: To provide a fresh voice with government experience and to ensure transparency of all actions.
