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Farmer and community activist Larry Marek of Riverside announced today that he will seek election to House District 89, which covers Washington County and a portion of Johnson and Jefferson Counties.
“As a fifth generation family farmer, Iowa has been a great place to live and raise a family. From agriculture to good jobs to cultural and recreational opportunities, I’ve worked to improve the quality of life in our community by helping neighbors and families,” said Marek. “I’m excited about this opportunity to serve as the next State Representative from District 89.”
As a member of the Soybean Promotion Board, Marek was on the fore front of the biofuels industry over five years ago. The board invested in critical research and tests that found new uses for soybean oil, including biodiesel. Today, Iowa is the world leader in biodiesel production with 260 million gallons annually. Marek is still involved in the organization serving as director of district 9 representing 11 counties in southeast Iowa. He has also served on the state executive committee.
Concerned about job losses in Washington County, Marek was an early supporter of the Riverside Casino & Resort because of the potential for 900 new jobs. Marek now serves on the Washington County Riverboat Foundation, which awarded over $4 million last year to local charities and organizations.
This is an open seat in `08 with the retirement of longtime GOP Rep. Sandra Greiner. Covers a little of the turf I ran in years and years ago -- Hills and Lone Tree.
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