Shanna Burns

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Shanna Burns

Republican Party

Platte County Public Administrator

Tenure

2021 - Present

Term ends

2029

Years in position

4

Predecessor

Jera Pruitt

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Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Cass Midway High School

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Birthplace

Oklahoma

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Christian

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Shanna Burns (Republican Party) is the Platte County Public Administrator in Missouri. She assumed office on January 1, 2021. Her current term ends on January 1, 2029.

Burns (Republican Party) ran for re-election for Platte County Public Administrator in Missouri. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Burns completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Shanna Burns was born in Oklahoma. She earned a high school diploma from Cass Midway High School. Her career experience includes working as a 911 dispatcher with the Platte County Sheriff's Department and as an administrator. She has been affiliated with the Missouri Association of Public Administrators, where she has served as a regional co-vice president and on a Department of Mental Health committee.

Elections

2024

See also: Municipal elections in Platte County, Missouri (2024)

General election

General election for Platte County Public Administrator

Incumbent Shanna Burns won election in the general election for Platte County Public Administrator on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Shanna Burns (R)	94.3	43,147
		Other/Write-in votes	5.7	2,599

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 45,746
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Platte County Public Administrator

Incumbent Shanna Burns defeated Samantha Price in the Republican primary for Platte County Public Administrator on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Shanna Burns	60.8	5,026
	Submit photo	Samantha Price	39.2	3,235

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,261
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Burns in this election.

2020

See also: Municipal elections in Platte County, Missouri (2020)

General election

General election for Platte County Public Administrator

Shanna Burns won election in the general election for Platte County Public Administrator on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Shanna Burns (R)	100.0	44,324

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 44,324
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Platte County Public Administrator

Shanna Burns defeated Samantha Price in the Republican primary for Platte County Public Administrator on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Shanna Burns	54.2	4,450
	Submit photo	Samantha Price	45.8	3,763

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,213
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Shanna Burns completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Burns' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I have been a resident of Platte County for over 25 years. I am married with 3 sons. My oldest two graduated from West Platte High School and are now seeking post-secondary education. My youngest has many special needs, which gives me a unique insight into caring for those who cannot care for themselves.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I have worked in the Platte County Public Administrator’s Office since 2018.
• It has been an honor to serve the most vulnerable citizens of our county. I look forwarding to using my knowledge and experience to act as guardian and conservator for the incapacitated and disabled citizens of Platte County.
• I am running for the position of Platte County Public Administrator because I believe in the importance of the work being done by this office and I want to ensure that the wards being cared for by this office have continuity of care. Re-electing me as the Platte County Public Administrator ensures that.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The primary problem that affects the wards served by the Platte County Public Administrator’s Office is lack of funding, specifically for mental health and developmentally disabled services. This problem is not unique to Platte County, however. For our mentally ill population this might mean less access to respite beds during crisis situations. For our developmentally disabled population this might mean fewer waivers awarded which provide them with the daily support they need to live in their own homes. This is a problem that we are constantly addressing.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to several strong females in my family. They have faced many challenges throughout their lifetime, but with hard work and perseverance they have found success.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I am uniquely qualified to be re-elected as the Platte County Public Administrator. Not only do I have experience working with those with disabilities due to my time spent working in the Public Administrator’s Office, I also have experience working with working with loved ones with disabilities in my personal life. My youngest son has many special needs. Through both experiences I have increased my understanding of disabilities, increased my empathy for others, learned how to advocate successfully, and learned how to access a multitude of resources.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am honest, trustworthy, fair, responsible and caring. Making decisions for people who cannot make them for themselves takes a person who is all those qualities.

What legacy would you like to leave?

To leave this world a little better than I found it.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The Challenger Shuttle explosion and I was 6 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

The first job I had was at Subway and I held that position for approximately a year.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Oh the places you’ll go By: Dr. Seuss
It’s timeless and applies to everyone!

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Nothing is gonna stop us now
By: Starship

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Trusting in God’s plan for my life. It’s hard to let go and let God, but He knows better than I.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Eric Zahnd current Platte County Prosecuting Attorney, Mark Owen current Platte County Sheriff, Erik, Holland citizen of Platte County, Rob Willard current Platte County Treasurer, Sheila Palmer current Platte County Collector, Gloria Boyer retired Platte County Recorder of Deeds

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2020

Shanna Burns did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

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