William “Max” Hockemeier is facing incumbent Dave Powell for a seat on the Ray County Commission, Eastern District. The Richmond News posed a series of questions to both candidates: BACKGROUND Hockemeier: 72, has 14 years of education and is a farmer Powell: 73, of Richmond, has three years of college education and is currently self-employed. CANDIDATE QUESTIONS What qualifications do you bring to the table that makes you suitable to be a Ray County Commissioner? Hockemeier: I am a farmer and live long resident of Ray County. My wife and I raised our family in Richmond. Currently, I am a Ray-Lafyette Levee District President, Willow Creek Watershed Commissioner, Friends of the Farris Board Member and Richmond Beautification Club President. Previously, I have been a Henrietta Special Road District president, Parents Assisting in Richmond Education Founder and President, and FEMA representative for Henrietta Special Road District, Ray-Lafyette Levee District and Willow Creek…