(KLZA)-- Nebraska First District Legislative candidate Dennis Schaardt from Table Rock was in Falls City Tuesday evening to meet with supporters.

Schaardt, owner of Den's Country Meats in Table Rock has a long history of public service having served as a County Commissioner, Mayor, City Council member and Volunteer Fire Chief.

Schaardt says he want to see Southeast Nebraska receive fair treatment in the Legislature. He feels he has something to offer Southeast Nebraska and noted his concerns for taxes, economic development and ag producers.

Schaardt ran for the First District legislative seat four years ago but came up short against Julie Slama.

Schaardt says he has a lot of support from farmers and that in his business, he also hears the concerns of business people.

Schaardt says he is a listener, an if elected, he will be listening to his constituents and not political action committees in Lincoln and Omaha.

In his announcement to run for State Senator, Schaardt said he believes the campaign should prioritize Nebraska's spending issues, taxes and protecting life at conception.