After attending numerous City Council and committee meetings over the past year, I see how important it is for the Council to operate with the transparency and respect residents deserve.

I pledge to respect City residents, City taxpayer dollars, City staff, and fellow Council members.

I will work diligently to identify solutions to the City’s challenges and collaborate with other Council members and City staff to see them implemented.

Derek’s background 

Derek has years of experiences as a manager in retail, manufacturing, and service industries, locally, regionally and internationally. He serves as an appointee to Jefferson City’s Airport Advisory Committee and volunteers with the annual Show Me State Air Show in Jefferson City. Derek serves on the Chamber of Commerce Government and Transportation Committees.  

A pet lover, Derek is a transport driver for rescued dogs in Mid-Missouri. He and his wife Susan are the proud owners of two rescued dogs and two rescued cats.

Derek Thomas has proven himself to be a critical thinker, problem solver, and team player, skills which he will use on the City Council.

Derek’s priorities  

Emphasizing respect on City Council:  

  • Respect for local residents
  • Respect for our taxpayer dollars
  • Respect for City staff
  • Respect for fellow City Council members

Taking care of business

  • Approving budgets that don’t result in surprises
  • Prioritizing streets and sidewalks to keep our residents safe
  • Keeping city parks topnotch for residents and visitors to enjoy

Planning for the future

  • Pursuing smart economic development
  • Expanding options for housing
  • Enhancing quality of life

 

Derek Thomas: Your voice on City Council 

Derek is LISTENING TO CITY RESIDENTS NOW – through surveys and conversations door-to-door.

Derek WILL CONTINUE TO LISTEN once elected with regular town hall meetings, Facebook surveys and welcoming resident input in person or via email comments. He’ll work to ensure that ALL City Council committee meetings are recorded to allow residents to follow City Council business. He’ll also work with city staff to ensure information for residents is easily accessible.