Gillette City Council Ward 2 · Nov 3, 2026

Eric Scott

Candidate for City Council Ward 2

8 candidates · 4 seats4 sourced positions

Eric Scott is running for Gillette City Council Ward 2 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Rolf Arands.

Absentee voting begins · Tue, Oct 6, 2026

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General contractor who owns and operates Apex Builders and TRIMLIGHT of Northeast Wyoming.

Where Eric Scott stands: positions on the record

Gurley Overpass funding1 sourced position

Says he would keep setting aside general fund money for the bridge, then seek state and federal grants.
“My plan would be to continue to set aside and save monies from the general fund specifically for the bridge project.”
Own statementGillette News Record · Aug 1, 2026

Housing costs1 sourced position

Says the strategy would be to remove process barriers and make it easier for the private market to meet housing needs.
“Ultimately, the strategy would be to remove process barriers, get the government out of the way, and make it easier for the private market to meet the needs of the community.”
Own statementGillette News Record · Aug 1, 2026

Optional 1% sales tax1 sourced position

Supports renewing the 1% and says community surveys are the appropriate way to set priorities.
“I believe that is the appropriate method to determine where funds should be allocated”
Own statementGillette News Record · Aug 1, 2026

Economic development1 sourced position

Said government should not be involved in recruiting businesses.
“Ultimately, I don’t feel like government should be involved in recruiting businesses or showing any form of favoritism”
Forum answerCounty 17 · Sep 30, 2026

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