Atlantic resident Wendy Richter announced Friday afternoon that she will be seeking the position of Cass County Auditor. The primary election for this position will be held June 7th, 2016. Richter graduated from Atlantic High School, and received her Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree in Political Science from Iowa State University. She has been the Executive Director of Family Crisis Support Network for 20 years.

In a press release, Richter said that the timing is right for her to begin her political career.

Wendy Richter, candidate for Cass County Auditor

She added “As much as I’ve enjoyed the position with Family Crisis, the reorganization of victim services across the state has changed the service delivery for victims of crime. It’s sad for those impacted and needing assistance, but fortunately Family Crisis has been able to continue by providing help to Cass County residents.”

Richter went on to say “Everything I’ve accomplished over the last two decades has prepared me to make this move and run for this position.” In addition to being the administrator for Family Crisis Support Network, Richter has served on numerous committees, state-wide and locally. Those include serving as a Board member of the 4th Judicial District Domestic Violence Council, and being responsible for organizing councils in the southwest Iowa Counties of Adair, Audubon, Montgomery, Page and Shelby.

She has served as treasurer for the Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence, secretary for the Atlantic Rotary Club, and is a member of the ATHENA Networking Team, the Cass County Child Abuse Prevention Council, and the Iowa Crisis Response Team. She has lobbied at both the state and federal levels regarding many issues. Wendy Richter is married to Tom Cappel, II; they have 2 children, ReAnn & Trey.