Tony Nunn -- Agrees that Greenwood should comply with the ADA guidelines about making exemptions to their BSL for service dogs but was not responsive to other questions that were posed, including ignoring an email questionaire twice. In light of his running against a candidate that is very responsive to his constituents, it is difficult to recommend Mr. Nunn.
Richard DeCourcy -- 
Mr. DeCourcy is a past and current dog owner and truly believes that dogs are man's (and woman's) best friend. He was unaware until recently that the current breed specific ordinance was in violation of ADA guidelines and doesn't make provisions for service dogs, rescue dogs and K9 dogs that are of restricted breeds. He would favor a ordinance that would put restrictions on tethering. While DeCourcy does think that some dogs are more aggressive by nature than other breeds, he does not believe they should be outlawed them. He says that all dogs are a product of their upbringing and favors legislation that is specific to aggressive animals, not breeds. He does favor creating dog parks for places for dogs to socialize, but feels as if the city does not have enough greenspace and staff to create and maintain a park. He would look for recommendations from citizens to come up with ideas for the city to promote responsible dog ownership and public safety in regards to animals. On all issues, he encourages public input because he knows that he cannot be an expert in all areas...but there are these experts in his community. Voted in favor of the city's repeal of BSL.
Sara Ring -- Did not respond to our questionaire on two occassions, but said in public forums that she would be in favor of repealing the city's breed ban. She voted in favor of repealing the city's breed ban.
Denise Simpson -- Has said that she is against breed bans and that she has three or four friends with American Staffordshire Terriers and that she knows hey can be sweet dogs and that owners determine whether or not a dog is dangerous or not. Voted in favor of the repeal of the city's breed ban.Philip Alvarado -- - Alvarado is a current and past dog owner. He is aware of that their current ordinance does not allow for service and therapy dogs of particular breeds and wants to change the law to allow for service dogs, regardless of breed. He says he respects the right of homeowners to "do as they please on their property" but recognizes the the unsafe and unhealthy manner in which many people keep dogs tehtered. He doesn't support breed specific legislation, but does support the prosecution or fine levied for owners whose dogs cause damage or injury to a person or property. He would approve of the discussion of an off-leash dog park in Greenwood (and says he loves the one in Lee's Summit). He supports the promotion of animal safety with information events with groups like KCDA, or Wayside Waifs. He also support Missouri SB 886 as he feels we should punish owners of pets that harm people instead of basing it on the dog being a certain type and welcomes groups like KCDA and the Humane Society bringing forth CORRECT (emphasis his) information for the city to make decisions.
Sharon Hutinett-- Did not respond to our questionaire on two occassions. Typically speaking, candidates SEEKING votes that are not responsive do not become more responsive once they are in office. If this is the type of constituent interaction we get now from Ms. Hutinett, it is difficult to recommend her.
Darrell Grooms -- Did not respond to our questionaire on two occassions. Typically speaking, candidates SEEKING votes that are not responsive do not become more responsive once they are in office. If this is the type of constituent interaction we get now from Mr. Grooms, it is difficult to recommend him.