Name: Paul "Butch" Flentge
Year of birth: 1932
Place of birth: Perryville, Mo.
Spouse, children's names: Marilyn Flentge, wife; Paul Flentge, Kim Flentge, Jay Flentge, Tom Flentge, Jean Schaaf, Joan Flentge, Jerry Flentge, Jane Huett, Jeff Flentge, and the late David Flentge, children.
Occupation: Retired dairy products distributor, current part-time school bus driver
Employer: Meyer Bus Line
Businesses owned, all or part: None
Previous offices held or sought: Ward 3 Alderman; Perryville Park Board
1. What is the most important issue facing Perryville? I don't feel that there is any one issue that overrides all present topics. I intend to continue addressing each one individually and equally as the position allows.
2. What in your background or education makes you qualified for this office? My 20 years of experience as Alderman provides me with a standing knowledge of the practices of this position as well as my desire to see the city continue to move forward.
3. Why are you better qualified than your opponents? I remain highly qualified for the position of Ward 3 Alderman due to my past experience in the above mentioned programs as well as my continued interest and participation in the Perryville community. As a lifetime citizen of my hometown and as the current Alderman, I continue to evaluate and advocate for matters that pertain to and benefit the city and its members which include the Household Hazardous Waste Collection, budget approval, and the TIF agreement.
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