I am excited to announce my candidacy for re-election as your Mayor on the upcoming June 18, 2024, ballot. For the past 22 years, Shawnee has been my home, and I’ve been deeply involved in our community’s growth and prosperity.

After a great deal of thought, I decided to run for the office of Pottawatomie County Clerk. Listed below are a few of the reasons for my decision: Bring transparency and professionalism back to the Clerk’s office Instill trust and better communication with the County Commissioners Initiate Policies that are conducive to team building Among other County Departments Implement reporting and recording technology needed to better serve our citizens and Commissioners I am confident I can improve the overall performance of the Clerk’s office based on my experience and knowledge of County and City Government.

For the last 4 years, I served our community at the Oklahoma State Capitol. There’s still work to be done. The District 17 seat belongs to you. I never run to oppose another candidate, but rather run for an opportunity to serve our community based on the skills and experience I have to offer. I don’t believe in dirty and deceptive campaigning. I look at public office the same way I look at serving in the military. When I put on the uniform, we focus on the mission. Our mission in the Legislature is putting Oklahomans first.

Pottawatomie County Advocates for Voter Education (PAVE) has scheduled three forums in the month of May. On May 6 at 7 pm, PAVE features the State Senate Dist.

I have been a downtown business owner for over 30 years and am fully aware of the correlation between successful thriving business and the vitality of a community. As your Ward 3 representative on the City Commission, I have and will continue to listen to citizens and business owners and look for solutions to support and encourage economic stability.

Sydnie Davidson is a proud Oklahoman from birth and fell in love with Shawnee while attending college. She holds a master’s degree in Oil, Gas, and Energy Law from OU School of Law and worked for ten years at the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, most recently as the manager of the Oil and Gas Complaints and Information Department. In 2022, in order to root herself more fully in the Shawnee Community, she took a position locally and has absolutely loved being a more invested member of the community.

Terry Gregory is the Conservative candidate for District 2 Pottawatomie County Commissioner. As a lifelong Okie raised in the town of Byng and having lived in Shawnee and Wanette since 1991, Terry is deeply rooted in making Pottawatomie County work for you.

Freeland Wood, a 36-year veteran of the Shawnee Police Department, has declared his candidacy for Pottawatomie County Sheriff. Over his distinguished career, Freeland has served in various capacities within the department, showcasing his dedication to community engagement and safety. Serving Pottawatomie County has not just been his career, but his utmost calling.

Pottawatomie County Clerk Raeshel Flewallen announced she is seeking re-election on June 18th. She has been married to Jimmy Flewallen, the son of George and the late Ann Flewallen, for 36 years.