Experience. Leadership. Vision.

In a time when experience, collaboration, and steady leadership matter more than ever, Mike Elam stands out as the proven voice our county can count on. With 12 years on the St. Charles County Council and decades of deep community involvement, Mike brings the relationships, results, and vision to lead St. Charles County forward.

What sets Mike apart is his unparalleled ability to work across city lines, agencies, and political divides. His strong relationships with business leaders, mayors, council members, and school officials have built a network of collaboration—not division. While others campaign on conflict, Mike delivers progress by bringing people together.

Whether it's coordinating infrastructure projects, supporting law enforcement, or solving local zoning and development issues, Mike has built a reputation for being accessible, responsive, and effective.

Mike’s service on the East-West Gateway Council of Governments—our region’s primary planning body—gives St. Charles County a direct line to federal funding and regional partnerships. His seat at that table ensures our priorities are heard in Jefferson City and even Washington D.C.

This role helped support landmark projects like:

• Missouri’s largest MoDOT construction award
• Expansion of FBI training facilities and county crime lab
• Partnerships to enhance economic growth, infrastructure, and job readiness

Mike gets results because he knows how to navigate systems and unite stakeholders behind a common goal.

As a husband, father, and grandfather, Mike knows that a thriving community begins with strong families and safe neighborhoods. His campaign is grounded in a vision that keeps St. Charles County a place where:

• Young families can put down roots
• Seniors can retire in peace
• Children have access to top-tier schools and career pathways

From workforce development and apprenticeships to smart growth and housing policy, Mike is focused on creating opportunity for everyone—not just the loudest voices in the room.

Mike has been central to key victories for the county, including:

• Launching the St. Charles County Port Authority to grow our economy
• Helping complete the Page Extension (364 Phase 3) by uniting local leaders
• Supporting smart law enforcement investments that helped make St. Charles the safest county in the region
• Advocating for fiscal responsibility, low taxes, and long-term planning

In a political landscape full of noise, Mike Elam stands out for something simple: he shows up. To events. To meetings. To serve.

He’s not here for headlines or to tear others down. He’s here to listen, lead, and make a difference.

That’s what makes Mike Elam the right fit for St. Charles County—right now.