Woodard announces candidacy for McLean County Auditor’s race

Posted on November 20, 2019
Kevin Woodard made the announcement Wednesday night in Bloomington. (Photo courtesy McLean County Libertarians)

 

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington Libertarian has announced his candidacy in a crowded race for McLean County Auditor.

Kevin Woodard made the announcement Wednesday night during a campaign rally in Bloomington. In a news release, Woodard said he wants to use the auditor’s office to serve as a watchdog for McLean County taxpayers, which would be a full-time commitment.

Woodard will face challengers on both sides for the auditor’s post – the GOP has a primary battle between incumbent Michelle Anderson and Trisha Mallot.  Former Bloomington City Council member Rob Fazzini has announced as a Democrat.

“Right now we have an incumbent in office that isn’t known for being in her office and available to serve when her presence is requested,” said Woodard in a release. “We have a Democrat challenger who at first wanted to eliminate the office but now states he thinks it should only be a part time job and a Republican challenger who isn’t sure if the job should be full-time or not.”

Woodard was unsuccessful in last year’s election for McLean County Board District 10, losing to Republican Chuck Erickson.

He has lived in McLean County for 10 year and works as a collector for Afni.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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