Reese supports pooling resources
Butler mayoral candidate Fred Reese said he wants city government authorities and boards and community organizations to work together to make improvements in the city.
Reese, the Republican nominee for the mayor's office, addressed about 40 people Tuesday morning at a meeting hosted by the Butler AM Rotary at the YMCA.
The Butler AM and PM Rotary clubs are inviting all three mayoral candidates to discuss their campaigns. The Rotary Club of Butler PM hosted Democratic candidate Bob Dandoy last week. Independent candidate Tom Donaldson is speaking Monday at the YWCA.Mayor Ben Smith is not running for re-election.The Rotary is impartial in elections, but wants its members and the public to be informed about candidates and issues, said Audrianna Bly, of the Butler AM Rotary.She said the forum allows candidates to discuss their vision and plans, and helps voters decide who to vote for.Reese has served on the Butler Redevelopment Authority for 19 years, including the last five as chairman. He has also served a four-year elected term and a three-month appointed term on city council. He said he would resign from the authority if he is elected. Reese is a co-owner of the Monroe Hotel in Butler.He said he would like to have all of the city's authorities and organizations work together.<b> A portion of this story is shared with you as a digital media exclusive. To read the full story and support our local, independent newsroom, please subscribe at butlereagle.com. </b>
