WASHINGTON, Ill. – Gary Manier has been Washington’s mayor for almost 20 years, and it appears that he’s not ready to give up the job quite yet.
On Saturday, Manier announced plans to run for re-election.
“Washington is such a great place to live and raise a family, and I am so proud to be a part of this community. During my time as Mayor, we have accomplished so much by working together,” he said in a press release.
Manier’s accomplishments include working with IDOT and state officials to complete Phase 4 reconstruction of Illinois Route 8, recovery from the devastation of an EF-4 tornado in 2013, and securing state and federal funding for the reconstruction of Business Rt. 24 through Washington.
“When the pandemic began, I immediately worked with our Council and our City staff to develop an action and risk mitigation plan. After we determined the stability of our City income, we continued to move forward with large capital improvement projects throughout the City,” he said. ” There have been no cuts to city services, and we have had no staff layoffs. Washington has been and continues to be financially sound.”
Manier said he plans to file a petition on Monday to run for re-election for Washington mayor.
