Election 2022: Fallon City Council Ward 3

Four-year term

Geoffrey Knell didn't respond to a request for information. 

Paul W. Harmon

Occupation: Nevada Department of Transportation – Highway Maintenance Manager
Age: 54
Contact:
paulharmon43@gmail.com

Paul Harmon

 

Record of Service:        
I have been involved with youth sports in the city of Fallon. I helped establish what is now known as Fallon Youth Basketball where I served as President for 7 years and coached league teams for 6 years. I was an assistance football coach for Fallon Youth Football for 6 years and a coach for Fallon Youth Baseball for 5 years. I was an active member of the Yerington, Nevada Lions Club for 10 years, serving as President for 1 year, Vice-President for 1 year and Treasurer for 4 years prior to moving to Fallon.

Education:        
I graduated from Albert Lowry High School in Winnemucca, Nevada in 1986. I attended the University of Nevada for 2 years and Truckee Meadows Community College for 1 year.

Why are you running?
I am running for Fallon City Council to help serve the people of Fallon and represent Ward 3 as someone who is willing to listen and make decisions based on fact. I feel that with an open line of communication I can help the Mayor and Council with making sound decisions to continue to make this city safe and a proud place to call home.

Briefly describe the core duties of the position you are running for
The Fallon City Council is a legislative body that sets broad policy that benefits the people they serve. The Council also passes ordinances for the welfare and public safety of the citizens they serve and have general oversight of the affairs of the city trying to improve the quality of life for all.

A brief statement about your platform
As a 26-year employee of the Nevada Department of Transportation, I have vast experience in highway and road maintenance. I believe I can bring some proactive ideas and strategies to the city that will assist in maintaining the streets and roads in our area. I have spent many seasons participating in youth programs in the city and know how vital these programs are to our town. I would like to assist the city in the continued success of these programs by making sure that the city owned ball fields, gymnasiums, pools, and parks are a safe and friendly environment where families can enjoy watching kids participate and thrive. Helping continue the city’s heavy involvement with the senior community is a high priority of mine.

What makes you the most qualified candidate for this position?
I will be available to attend all meetings and events required, and I will be supportive of all community functions and activities. I will be retiring from State service in August of 2024, but until that time I have the full support of my leadership group to do what is necessary to serve the citizens of Fallon.