MARC JACOBS
Hutch Post
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A retired law enforcement officer with decades of public service has entered the race for an open seat on the Hutchinson City Council.
Darrin Truan, who spent 24 of his 33 years in law enforcement with the Hutchinson Police Department, announced Monday he is seeking the at-large position in this year’s city election. Truan retired at the rank of sergeant and now owns and manages local rental properties. He also has a background in the trades, with experience in home repairs, building costs and rental management.
In a news release, Truan said his time in law enforcement brought him face-to-face with many of the city’s ongoing challenges and motivated his run for office.
“I want to help move the city forward with common-sense solutions and a close eye on spending,” Truan said. “Conservative, reasonable taxes, coupled with a progressive response to citizen concerns, is my government goal.”
Truan said he plans to attend upcoming council meetings to better understand current issues and is encouraging residents to share their concerns directly with him by phone at (620) 728-9444.
The at-large seat is currently held by Mayor Stacy Goss, who is running for the Northwest District seat. That position is being vacated by Jon Richardson, who announced he will not seek a second term. The Southwest District seat is also up for election this year, with incumbent Greg Fast filing for re-election.
Truan lives in Hutchinson with his wife, Tiffany, who works at a local bank. The couple has two children who also reside in the city.