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Text of Eisenhauer announcement

Posted by: Tom Kacich

Monday, October 1, 2007 8:16 AM

EISENHAUER ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR
STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Danville& Today Scott Eisenhauer (R-Danville), the current Mayor of Danville, announced his candidacy for state representative in the 104th District. His decision came in light of the recent announcement by Representative Bill Black (R-Danville) that he would not be seeking reelection.

"Since the announcement by State Representative Bill Black that this term shall be his last, my family and I have contemplated whether I should seek candidacy for that seat," stated Eisenhauer. "After careful deliberation, I have decided to seek the Republican nomination for the Illinois House of Representatives in the 104th District.

Citing his knowledge of municipal issues as Mayor of Danville as well as his vice-presidency of the Illinois Municipal League Board of Directors, he stated his unique experience would allow him to have a strong presence in Springfield. "I understand how the decisions made in Springfield directly affect local government, and I want to work hard to make sure their best interests are represented," he added.

Eisenhauer, a lifelong resident of Danville, attended Danville High School as well as the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. Previously the Assistant Director of the Vermilion County Emergency Management Agency, he was elected Mayor of Danville in 2003. In addition, he served on the Danville city council from 1993 - 1998. Prior to his work in the public sector, Eisenhauer worked in the broadcasting industry as a radio personality and program director.

His prior civic involvement includes past president of the Vermillion Heritage Foundation, co-chair of Teddy Bear Tree USMC Foundation, former board member of the Danville Light Opera, past board member of Arts in the Park, Lynch Area Fire Protection District volunteer EMT, former treasurer of the Illinois/Indiana Firefighters Association, member of the environmental Halo Project, past president of the Danville Jaycees, past area training director for the Special Olympics.

"I believe the next few years are extremely important ones for the State of Illinois and certainly for the residents of the 104th District, and I feel my experience and my passion make me ready to continue the great work started by Representative Black," he stated.

Eisenhauer has been married to his wife Amy for 1 year and has two step-daughters, Alexis and Alyssa. He is a member of the Holy Family Church. He and his wife will be hosting "meet and greets" throughout the district in the near future.