Candidate lists reasons for wanting to be mayor

Editor’s Note; Brian Shellem of Edmond has announced his candidacy for Mayor of Edmond. The following is a letter from him, outlining his reasons for entering the race.

“After a lot of thought, prayer and love for our community, I decided to run for mayor because the City of Edmond needs a change in leadership.

I have the knowledge, experience, drive and determination needed to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Edmond. My bachelor’s degree is in finance and I have over 30 years experience in the auto collision industry.

The thing that makes Edmond special are the people, and they deserve a clear vision to ensure a brighter tomorrow.

I have been a small business owner in Oklahoma for over 20 years. I’m a skilled problem solver, and as Edmond’s Mayor I will bring my ex- perience in business to our municipal government and I will be the servant of the people.

The City of Edmond is at a crossroads. We must make the changes necessary for our community’s healthy growth. Our Traffic Crisis, for example, is by far and away the number one issue facing Edmond residents -- and it has been for years. If we don’t act now, Edmond streets will be in gridlock for decades to come.

Edmond taxpayers have been forced to spend enormous resources on referendums in an attempt to fix what government broke. No more.

As Edmond’s mayor, I will correct our infrastructure and public safety concerns.

Edmond has some of the finest police officers and firefighters in the country. We should all be very proud of the work they do to keep us safe. I am fully committed to supporting them with the best technology available to ensure public safety.

I will restore the voice of the people to be heard and return our city government back to our citizens.

For more information or to make a donation please visit the Brian Shellem for Mayor 2023 Campaign website: shellemformayor.com or contact 405-657-5373 BRIAN SHELLEM