Your Vision. Your Voice.
A Proven Leader for Prairie Village.
Your Vision. Your Voice.
A Proven Leader for Prairie Village.
Setting Priorities.
Putting People First.
Rein in Overspending and Debt
We don’t have a revenue problem in Prairie Village city government. We have a spending problem. Let’s prioritize quality-of-life issues like streets, parks, and public safety — and make sure we’re doing those with excellence. When we stop the pet projects and bookkeeping gimmicks, you can finally get the property tax relief you deserve.
Prioritize Single-Family Neighborhoods
We take great pride in our residential neighborhoods where children safely play, people walk and gather, and beautiful trees and gardens grow. These things, along with unique architecture and friendly neighbors, make Prairie Village special. Let’s keep this foundation strong and never lose sight of our small community’s core strengths.
Listen Carefully to Citizens
Local government has an obligation to listen carefully to citizens and be transparent in its work. Frequently sharing information and soliciting input will build trust, promote consensus, and yield better results.
Now’s the time for us to work together — and protect Prairie Village’s amazing quality of life.
- John
About John
John Beeder has spent his career leading with purpose — building a 35-year track record of success as a senior executive in the greeting card industry by setting smart priorities, using resources responsibly, and helping teams succeed together.
But John’s commitment goes beyond the workplace. He’s invested his time, energy, and heart into civic and charitable causes that strengthen our communities. Today he works with up-and-coming businesses, helping them grow and create good jobs.
With a master in management from the Kellogg School at Northwestern University, John has deep experience in board governance, government relations, and organizational transformation.
John and his wife, Stephanie, have lived in Prairie Village for over 30 years. It’s where they raised their two children — and now it’s where they enjoy making memories with their six grandchildren.
Prairie Village Ward 5
The City Council has 12 members, two from each of six wards. John Beeder lives in Ward 5, which is in the southernmost portion of Prairie Village. Ward 5 includes most of the area between Nall and Reinhardt from 83rd to 95th. (A small area between Nall and Roe from 83rd to 86th is in Ward 4.) Check out this map to see if you can vote for John on November 4th!
City Council elections are nonpartisan, and half of the council is on the ballot every two years. For more information, visit jocoelection.org.
City Council elections are nonpartisan, and half of the council is on the ballot every two years. For more information, visit jocoelection.org.