Columbia Ward 2 candidates discuss public safety, transit, infrastructure at Muleskinners forum

Columbia Ward 2 candidates discuss public safety, transit, infrastructure at Muleskinners forum

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Candidates in the race for Columbia's Ward 2 on Friday introduced themselves and their platforms to the Columbia Muleskinners Democratic Lunch Group. The city called for a special election on Aug. 5 after former Councilwoman Lisa Meyer announced that she would step down on May 16. Two candidates running for the position include Vera Elwood and Ken Rice. This is Elwood's first attempt at public office, while Rice ran an unsuc…

Columbia voters hear from Second Ward candidates at Muleskinners meeting

Ken Rice and Vera Elwood described their connection to Columbia while emphasizing areas of the city that need improvement at a Boone County Muleskinners meeting.