Jason Reed has family in the local area and has lived in Platte county on and off, since 2013. He retired from the U.S. Army as a Lt. Colonel after serving 22 years; worked in military education, tactical operations, and strategic planning. He has a Bachelors of Since from Southern Illinois University, a Masters of Arts from Webster University, and is a doctoral candidate with the University of the Techniques. Jason volunteers as needed with a local charity in teaching employment interview techniques. He is a life-member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a member of the American Legion. He currently serves on the Clay-Platte-Ray (CPR) Mental Health Board and will bring continuity to the new Platte County Mental Health Board (PCMHB).