We were able to sit down separately with Morgan County Executive candidates Mark Keck and Brian Langley to discuss their visions for the future of Morgan County.
Mark Keck is a 35 year Navy Veteran who brings command experience. He is the Chairman of the Morgan County Tourism Alliance and was instrumental in its founding. With his leadership, MCTA has been successful in bringing Tanners Historic Cafe back to life for all residents and visitors to enjoy. Mark also serves as the Morgan County Veteran Service Officer and has helped many veterans wade thru the government red tape to receive all benefits that they are afforded for serving our great nation. He and his wife Pam Lively Keck reside in Wartburg and have dedicated their lives to the service of others.
Brian Langley is the incumbent and brings 4 years of experience with him. He was previously in the newspaper industry serving as Editor and sports editor at the Morgan County News as well as Publisher of the Morgan County Today. In his time as Executive he has secured grants for the county, began an RV park project, used the American Rescue monies from the pandemic to plug holes in the budget, and adjusted salaries for his office staff to make the pay competitive. This past year the state recommended a tax rate of $2.7217 and the county passed a rate at $2.719. He and his wife April reside in Oakdale.
This is the only County wide race that is contested. The election is on Thursday Aug 4th. Early voting begins July 15th thru July 30th.