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David NormanMayor Biography: I was born in Ava and have lived my entire life here except when I was in college. I graduated from high school here and then from the Saint Louis College of Pharmacy. I then came home to work at Ava Drug Co. with my father and grandfather. I am married to Dorothy and we have three grown children and five grandchildren. Dorothy spent her lifetime in education and is a retired high school librarian. I was on the Ava R-1 school board for 12 years, I served as city councilman for 13 years and previously served as mayor from 2015-2019. I am proud to be mayor and we believe our main responsibility is to serve our residents and assist them in every way possible. It is an honor and privilege to serve our community. Please know that I am always available for any concerns, questions, or comments in person or by phone. Contact: City of Ava Phone: 417-683-5516 Term expires 2025 |
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Stan LovanWard: West Biography: I have been a resident of Ava for forty years. My wife Judy is a native of Ava and we have one son, Paxton and a grandson, Gus. I retired from the Forestry Division of the Missouri Department of Conservation after thirty-one years. During part of that time I served as a work team supervisor for Douglas and Ozark counties. Part of my responsibilities included fire suppression, timber management and taking care of recreational areas. I also helped organize and provided training for many of the rural fire departments in Douglas and Ozark counties. After retirement I formed a company to do timber management and prescribed burning. Community service has been a big part of my life. I served on the Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Ava for a number of years. I also served two terms as a member of the Ava R-1 Board of Education. I do volunteer work each Monday for the Ozark Food Harvest and am an active member of the Ava United Methodist Church. Term expires: 2024 |
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Noel DyeWard: West Biography: Brenda and I are members of the Ava General Baptist Church and serve in many different capacities. I have served on Planning and Zoning in 1990’s and Goin (Greater Ozarks Information Network) Boards. I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and watching football and baseball. Please feel free to contact me by email at noeldye@gmail.com or call 417-683-5516. Term expires 2025 |
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Keith JonesWard: East Biography: Keith Jones is the East Ward Alderman for the City of Ava and has had that position since April 2014. Keith has been part of the Ava community for 28 years. He moved to Ava in 1986 when he received his first assignment with the Missouri State Highway Patrol as a new Trooper. The last 17 years of his Patrol career he served as Supervisor or Zone Sergeant for Zone 5, which covers Douglas and Ozark counties. Keith retired from the Highway Patrol in August 2013. Keith says the Ava community has been good to him and his family and he has developed many good friendships over the years. Keith enjoys working on his “hobby farm” where he raises Angus cattle and keeps his horses. When he is not working on the farm he enjoys hiking, bicycling, and dancing with his wife, Sue Curry Jones. Keith and Sue currently reside in Ava, with their dog Reuben. Keith feels he has learned a lot from the Board of Aldermen, and the current City Administration and enjoys serving as an East Ward Alderman. Term expires 2024 |
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Billy StewartWard: East Biography: My name is Billy Stewart, one of your East Ward Alderman. I have called Ava my home my entire life and graduated from Ava High School in 1987. I am married to Sandi Stewart and together we have three beautiful children; Brittney, Johnny and Payton who have blessed us with 10 grandchildren. I am employed at Missouri Ozark Community Health, where I am in charge of building maintenance at our eight clinic locations. In my spare time I enjoy hunting, fishing and spending time playing with my grandchildren. The welfare and future of our community is very important to me and I will always do my best to serve and put the residents of this community first. I look forward to working with you and the other fine members of the city council. Contact: City of Ava Phone: 417-683-5516 Term expires 2025 |
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