Three people are apparently making plans to run for alderman in the Smithville Municipal Election this summer.
Incumbent Alderman Gayla Hendrix is the latest person to pick up a qualifying petition from the election commission office. Hendrix, a local attorney, was elected to her first term as alderman in June, 2011.
Incumbent Alderman Shawn Jacobs recently picked up his petition. Jacobs will be seeking his third term.
Anthony Scott of Riley Avenue was the first to pick up a petition.
Three aldermen are to be elected in the city election on Tuesday, June 18. Petitions for alderman can now be picked up at the election commission office on the first floor of the courthouse. The qualifying deadline is Noon, March 21st.