CLAYPOOL — Two candidates are on the general election ballot this year for Claypool Town Council clerk-treasurer; there are also two candidates for the town council’s north district seat.

Charlotte L. Lindley (D) and incumbent Patricia Warner (L) are on the ballot for clerk-treasurer. Benny R. Stage, Jr. (R) and incumbent Niki L. Miller (D) are both vying for the town council’s north district seat. Elizabeth Heiman (D), town council member for the center district; and Eugene Warner (R), town council member for the south district, are both running unopposed.

The general election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Three of the four candidates in contested races did not reply to questionnaires.

Benny R. Stage, Jr. (R)

Benny R. Stage, Jr.

Stage, 55, has lived in Claypool for the last 15 years. Stage has worked as the head custodian for Claypool Elementary School for 10 years and also worked in construction for almost 30 years.

“I am running for Claypool Town Council because I believe it is time for change and new energy and ideas,” said Stage. “I think the council needs to keep working with the town marshal in making Claypool a safe place for families to live and prosper. I think we also need to create a positive outlook for businesses who want to be a part of a small town with a heart.”

Stage said he would like to see council members and citizens work together at town meetings, while also focusing on activities for community betterment.