Desire to Learn About Community Led to Appointment

A desire to have his “finger on the pulse of the community” led newly appointed alderman Shea Bass to begin attending Board of Alderman meetings.

“As a resident and parent in the City, I began attending the meetings to learn more about the community. There are not many people who attend the meetings, but what happens in these meetings affects everyone,” Bass said.

Bass works in construction management and lives in Ward 3 with his wife and two young children.

Former Ward 3 Alderman and current Missouri State Representative Jeff Coleman vacated his seat in December. Bass credits Coleman for giving him helpful advice when he was considering running for a seat on the board.

Bass is focused on learning about his role and the needs of his constituents.

“I am compiling a list of concerns I have heard from residents so far. Road maintenance and snow removal are popular topics, as is the increase in residential construction on the north end of town,” Bass said.

Mayor Todd appointed Bass on February 11th to fill Coleman’s open seat until the April election.

Bass is running unopposed in Ward 3. The General Municipal Election will be held April 2, 2019.

Shea Bass was sworn in as Ward 3 Alderman during the February 11th board meeting. Photo credit: City of Grain Valley