By SALINA POST
During the weeks leading up to the Nov. 7 election, Salina Post will be publishing a series of profiles introducing the community to the six Salina City Commission candidates and school board member candidates for USD 305, and USD 307.
The Salina Post sent questionnaires to the candidates asking for biographical information and why it is they decided to run for public office.
The general election will be Nov. 7.
If you live outside of Saline County check with your local elections officer for election deadlines.
Trent Davis
What is your Age?I am 70 years old
What is your Profession?
Physician, Neurologist
Are you an incumbent?
Yes
Please give a brief bio about yourself (100 words or less):
I am a native of Washington, D.C., and have also lived (including school and work) in Geneva, NY, Milwaukee, WI, and San Gabriel, CA (Los Angeles). I am quite comfortable with diverse cultures, attitudes, and experiences. I have learned that once you get to know someone, it’s true – “people are more alike than they are different.”
Salina is not as isolated as some would wish to believe. It needs people not afraid of the outside world. On a more personal basis, I am driven by “doing the right thing.”
Please explain why you are running for city commission (500 words or less):
Salina is the premier city in Kansas on many fronts. I love Dr. Linda Lawrence’s comment about our home, “Salina….in the middle of everywhere.” Socially, economically, educationally, arts and entertainment-wise, geographically, and vocationally – whatever a person enjoys or wants to accomplish in life can be realized here. What makes Salina special is that we know we can be better and are committed to doing whatever it takes to get there – all of us. True to our State motto, “Ad astra per aspera.”
Our city is competing not against our neighboring towns and counties but against other regions, states, and countries to secure the socioeconomic development we want and need. Salina is riding a lot of momentum from economic development and is about to see the blooming of our efforts to improve and expand our housing base. It is time to focus on “people.” Some of the questions and answers will be a challenge for some of our citizens. Some of us will need to explore our own deep-seated convictions and be open to challenge and change. My experience can help guide this process in a cohesive, inclusive fashion. THIS is my home.