REYNOLDS PLANS TO FILE FOR RE-ELECTION

Cape Girardeau County Treasurer Bill Reynolds says he'll seek a fifth term.

Reynolds, 67, took office in 1981. "I'm still the new guy on the block" in county government, he jokes.

As treasurer, Reynolds is responsible for receipts, disbursement and investment of county revenues.

"It's a job of varied responsibilities," he said. "I think investment is my favorite part of the job. With that we make interest, and that helps keep taxes down. We're one of the few counties in the state with a zero tax rate, and the interest we earn off our investments is one reason for that."

Before taking office, Reynolds worked in broadcasting for many years in Cape Girardeau and owned a clothing store in downtown Cape Girardeau.

He was born and raised in Cape Girardeau. He and his wife Venieda are Cape residents.

"I enjoy my work and I feel I've done a good job," Reynolds said. "I think the people know that, and I'll run on my record."