Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

Honey Ward I Alderman David W. Honey has always had an interest in city government.  In February of 2010, he decided it was time to get involved with the community  and city activities. After witnessing the economic downfall, David decided it was time  to become a voice. David has had great accomplishments in his time as a Hollister resident  over the past eight years. He has taken classes with San Diego State University through  an extended studies program and received many certificates in Construction Management.  He is also OSHA certified for Industrial Safety. During the time he was with a construction  management team, he helped develop a multi-complex that contains condominiums,  club house, sewers, roads, and pools. David is currently working for a commercial  chemical company that deals with ware washing and commercial laundries.  He was elected as a Ward I Alderman in April 2010. 
Contact Alderman Honey at dhoney@hollistermo.gov
   
Jones

Ward I Alderman Don Jones was appointed in October of 2021 by the Board of Alderman to fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Lamar Patton to Mayor.  Alderman Jones has lived in the Hollister area since 2005.  In 2018, he retired from a 38- year career in banking.  Mr. Jones, along with his wife Carol Jones, are active in real estate in Hollister.  Alderman Jones looks forward  to helping the citizens of Hollister continue to enhance and enjoy our community.  
You may reach Alderman Jones at djones@hollistermo.gov


 
Carman
Ward II Alderman Phil Carman, a resident of Hollister for 32 years, launched his public service in 1990, when he was first elected to the Hollister Board of Aldermen. He ran for office because of his affection for Hollister and his concern that Hollister would develop in  ways that are beneficial to its citizens. Prior to holding office, Phil assisted the city's early efforts to acquire a sanitary sewer system, directed Hollister's first Old English Faire (1979-1980), and served on the Hollister Business and Professional Association Executive  Board. Phil says that the most important and difficult aspect of governance is the need to find a balance between the needs of individual citizens and those of the community at large. He deeply believes that the greatness of America is due to citizen legislators at every level of government, and he encourages people to serve their community. Phil also serves on the Hollister Planning and Zoning Commission, serves as Chairman of the TIF Commission, is a member of the Taney County Airport board and represented Hollister on the OACAC Board (2001-2003). Professionally retired, Phil Carman is a Professor Emeritus of College of the Ozarks where he was Professor of English and the Director of the Center for Writing and Thinking for 28 years. Currently he is a pharmaceutical buyer and inventory controller for a local pharmacy. 
Contact Alderman Carman at pcarman@hollistermo.gov
   
Alderman Long (2) - Copy - Copy (3)
Ward II Alderman Jeff Long was appointed in May of 2023 to fill a vacancy from the retirement of Alderman Dave Willard.  A resident of Hollister for over 30 years, Alderman Long, along with his wife Beth, have raised their 2 children in Hollister and the Hollister Schools.  He has been active in the School District as Band Booster Club President for 3 years, assisting with feeding students during band competitions, fundraising to purchase needed items, including an electric UTV, 20’ covered trailer and a flatbed trailer. Alderman Long is also a long-time member of the Branson-Hollister Rotary Club. As a Rotarian, he has held the positions of Club President and Assistant District Governor. He currently serves as the Youth Services Director for the Club, which includes Scholarships, Leadership Camps and the Rotary Youth Exchange Program. He is also an Ambassador for the Hollister Chamber of Commerce.  
You may reach Alderman Long at jlong@hollistermo.gov