Jonathan Schlicher remains as candidate for Maurice Board of Aldermen

MAURICE - Jonathan Schlicher is still one of the candidates for Maurice Board of Aldermen.Schlicher, who has served on the town's board of aldermen since being elected in 2018, had announced last month that he would be withdrawing from the race due to a potential move outside of the Maurice limits. That news had been reported in the Abbeville Meridional. However, those plans changed, prompting Schlicer to commit to remaining in the race.
Schlicher released a statement following his decision to continue his re-election bid: "I announced that I was withdrawing from the race for alderman due to signing a purchase agreement for a new home. While all indicators said we were good, I felt like it was proper for me to plan for a departure. As the days progressed, there was something that continued to tell me don’t file the papers yet to withdraw from the race. This past week we received news that we would not be able to move forward with the home and I would continue to be within limits of Maurice. Upon the news, I felt an “it is what it is” moment, since my announcement on social media, the newspaper picking it up for a front-page article, etc., I had a well “what is done is done” mentality. When certain individuals within the current council, other candidates, and a few citizens learned of the news of the home falling through, some reached out asking me if I was still out. Informing them I was still in due to paperwork not being filed yet, they requested and advise that I stay in the race and announce my return. So after careful consideration and asking for guidance, I have decided to officially resume seeking the office for another term. I know that for some of you, this may excite you as this now gives you a choice, which was always my desire to always provide you with a choice in representation. Some of you may think, this guy doesn’t know what he wants, but honestly, I want what is best for the town, and having a choice is better than not. As for the question what if you want to move again, likely we will, but it will be to another home within the Maurice Town limits. Our family has discussed it and my lovely wife knows deep down I desire and love to serve the community. I still won’t have signs, but I hope you all still support me for another term as your alderman that represents you all and collectively works to make the best decisions for Maurice as a whole."
Schlicher is one of six candidates for five spots on the Maurice Board of Aldermen. Those candidates include Troy Catalon, Megan Landry-Lalande, Warren Rost, Matthew Trahan and Scott Trahan. The five who receive the most votes will be elected. Election day is this Tuesday, Nov. 8. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.