By Bill Raack, KWMU
St. Louis – It appears there will be a crowded field of candidates for St. Louis County Executive this fall.
Tuesday was the first day that candidates could file for the primary ballot in August. Three Republicans -- county councilman Kurt Odenwald, Fenton Mayor Dennis Hancock and civic activist Ed Golterman -- filed their candidacy papers.
Several others, including former County Executive Gene McNary, are expected to seek the Republican nomination, as well.
Democrat Charlotte Meshell and Libertarian Ted Brown also filed Tuesday.
Incumbent Charlie Dooley, a Democrat, says he has formed an exploratory committee as he decides whether to run for the seat he filled following the death of Buzz Westfall last year.
For an updated candidate list, visit the St. Louis County website.