Oran Mayor: Leroy Eftink

__Name:__ Leroy Eftink

__Age:__ 60

__Place of birth:__ St. Francis Hospital, Cape Girardeau, MO.

__Spouse, children's names:__ Son, Jonathan Eftink; Daughters, Paula Whitley and Kimberly Eftink

__Occupation:__ Retired

__Employer:__ Burch Foods

__Businesses owned, all or part:__ none

__Previous offices held or sought:__

Current: Zoning Board, Park Board, Floodplain Administrator, Oran Chamber of Commerce, The Optimist Club of Oran. Past: Mayor, Alderman, Industrial Development Authority.

__What is the biggest economic challenge facing Oran? What can be done about it?__

Our water and sewer systems are old and, in the not-too-distant future, will demand our attention. This will be a major project requiring grants and a bond issue. We will rely heavily on the Regional Planning Commission for their expertise in securing funding.

__What in your background or education makes you qualified for this office?__

I have past experience as mayor and alderman. I was one of the three initial persons to approach the City and file for the incorporation of the Industrial Development Authority. I have a current working rapport with Bootheel Regional Planning Commission,our city's engineer, and the Scott County and Missouri State Emergency Management Agencies.

__What infrastructure improvements would you like to see?__

We have some immediate problems with some streets and a bridge. Most every city-owned building is in need of some repair. I support efforts to renovate the MOPAC Depot to be used either as a Civic Center or City Hall. Alliance Bank building remains a strong option as City Hall. Once a move is made, renovate the Historic Old City Hall as a business incubator, renting small office space to new start-up businesses.