Fresh Perspective Leadership
Why am I running for
city council in ward 3?
I have loved living, working, and raising my family in Rapid City. I have always believed in giving back to my community. Now is the time for a fresh perspective on the city council and I believe I have the background and commitment to contribute to the future of Rapid City. While we enjoy many recreational and cultural opportunities we are faced with tremendous growth over the next decade. My background in finance and community service prepares me to be part of the solution as Rapid City prospers.
rapid city's economic growth
I will be a compassionate alderman serving the people of Ward 3 and the city. The City’s annual budget will soon hit $250 million dollars a year. My goal is to use my finance background to promote transparency and conservative stewardship of revenue and expenses. Together we can champion a safe and inclusive community which can support our economy and growth.
Fresh perspective
I will bring a fresh perspective to the council and the citizens of ward 3. I will look at issues facing the council from a strong history of community involvement and leading large organizations. I have no political agenda and will work for the citizens of Ward 3 and the entire city.
fiscal stewardship
Rapid City is experiencing double digit growth in revenue each year and I will focus on making sure the city is generating and spending the taxpayers money in a financially conservative way. The total budget for Rapid City is approaching $225 million dollars a year. The growth in the general fund revenue and expenses has grown by 30% in just over 3 years. The city collects close to 40 million dollars from sales taxes and 22 million in property taxes which accounts for the bulk of the 86 million dollar general fund each year.
Growth and maintenance of our infrastructure
With all the focus on expanding infrastructure to accommodate the city’s growth we must pay attention to maintenance of our existing roads and infrastructure throughout the city. In addition to the growth within the city limits, Rapid City infrastructure supports neighboring communities.
Public Safety is a top concern
I will support enforcement and emergency services initiatives. I support partnerships with non-profit organizations to address the human services needs in our city. I support having shelter options for homeless people so that the city can enforce public safety ordinances. We can expand our efforts to educate citizens and visitors on services available to reduce panhandling. I support strong enforcement of ordinances to stop aggressive panhandling. Our citizens should enjoy safe and inviting public spaces. Businesses need the support of strong law enforcement and emergency/human services to keep their property safe.
early voting starts may 22, 2023
Early voting and voter registration will take place at the Pennington County Auditors Office. Click the button below to get directions.
the last day to vote is june 6, 2023
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about kevin maher
My wife Denise and I have Three adult children, Shannon and Catherine of Rapid City and Son Sean, Colorado Springs. We have enjoyed living in Rapid City raising our children with horses, cats and dogs. We are a typical Rapid City family who loves the recreational opportunities with our parks, skiing, hiking and mountain lakes.
- Elevate Rapid City Board of Directors
- Rapid City Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
- Rapid City Vision Fund Citizens Committee Chairman
- RCAS TeamMates mentor at General Beadle School
- United Way of the Black Hills Board of Directors
- Junior Achievement of the Black Hills. Board Chairman and 15 years classroom volunteer
- Honorary Commander of the 34th Bomb Squadron Ellsworth AFB
- Rapid City Catholic School System Board President
- Rapid City Community Development Corporation Board member
- Graduated from Huron Senior High School
- University of South Dakota. BS in Business Management
- University of South Dakota. Masters Degree in Business Administration
- Synchrony Bank. Operations leader supporting mortgage, credit card products and servicing. Held the position of Community Reinvestment Officer for the SD chartered Bank. General Manager and Site Leader for 450 Rapid City employees.
- Citibank. Worked as a unit manager and in product development.
- Bank of America. Held positions supporting IRA products, ATM network, automated banking, product development, call center technology and operations.
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