Independence City Council · Nov 3, 2026

Hal
Tearse

Hal Tearse is running for Independence City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 5 candidates are running for 2 seats.

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The race · City Council

About: Financial services professional for more than 50 years who has served on the Independence Planning Commission.

The Press & News reported that Brad Fisher and Hal Tearse could not be reached for its voter guide. Press & News · Sep 24, 2026

3 sourced

01Growth1 sourced position

Said growth is inevitable but should be responsible and appropriately scaled.
Growth is inevitable, but it should be responsible, appropriately scaled and focused on preserving the quality of life that residents value.”
Own statementLaker Pioneer · Sep 24, 2026 Link

02Data centers1 sourced position

Said data centers are essentially a non-starter for now because the city lacks the needed sewer and water infrastructure.
For our community, data centers are essentially a non-starter because we currently lack the sewer and water infrastructure required to support that type of facility.”
Own statementLaker Pioneer · Sep 24, 2026 Link

03Property taxes1 sourced position

Said the city should plan ahead and make sure growth pays its share of the costs it creates.
making sure growth pays its appropriate share of the costs it creates”
Own statementLaker Pioneer · Sep 24, 2026 Link

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