Lyon County Commissioner Dan Slater is not running for re-election, meaning his lengthy career associated with Lyon County government is nearing an end.
Slater confirmed to KVOE News he is not seeking a third term in office, in the process ending a 38-year career linked to Lyon County government that started as a computer programmer in 1982 and then led to years as the county’s controller.
Slater, who has served as a county commissioner since 2012, has some simple advice for the person that replaces him on the board:
Slater listed several accomplishments during his tenure, including financial support of Emporia State University, Newman Regional Health and the Lyon County Fairgrounds through sales tax revenues as opposed to other means like property taxes. One of the bigger accomplishments, however, has been a conscious decision to have debt-free operations. He says that has given Lyon County a lot more flexibility in handling different projects than other counties across the state.
Slater says he plans to spend more time with his family once his term ends in December.
11:45 am Friday: County Commissioner Dan Slater not running for third term
At the end of this year, Dan Slater will end a nearly 40-year career in Lyon County government.
Slater has confirmed to KVOE News he does not plan to run for re-election to the County Commission Second District, a seat he has held since 2012. Slater joined the County Commission after a career in county government that began in 1982. Slater joined the county as a computer programmer and later ascended to county controller.
Slater served briefly as a consultant to the county as he transitioned between controller and commissioner.
