Ward 3 – 1 four-year seat: William Worley

How long have you lived in Worland?

60 years

Why are you running for Worland City Council?

I'm seeking my second term, I believe there's more I can contribute to the citizens of Worland and help get some more positive results for the city.

Do you feel you have the time it takes to serve on the Worland City Council?

I have only missed two meetings in the last four years, so yes I have the time and I always make the time.

With rising costs and ever tightening budgets, how would you address increasing revenues or cutting costs for the City? Would rate increases be a part of that?

I hope there will not be more rate increases. The newest budget the current council passed is very tight and responsible because of the last rate increase. The council is doing everything they can to avoid future increases, but nobody can predict what's going to happen in the future.

Currently the one-cent optional general purpose sales tax is earmarked for street improvements. Is this the best use of these funds or do you feel funding should be directed to another area? If so what area or areas?

The streets in Worland are old and need constant maintenance and attention. I feel that is a great use of the one cent optional tax.

Do you feel city mayor and council should focus on social issues, recreational issues, basic services or a combination of those?

I feel the council should be way more involved in all issues than they currently are, so focus on a combination.

What role should the city play in helping fill empty downtown storefronts? What type of incentives might be included in recruiting businesses?

I don't have an answer to this question I wish I did. If someone does have some ideas please let me know.