Who's Donating to the Klund, Ryan Campaigns for Mehlville Fire Board?

In his drive for re-election to a seat on the Mehlville Fire Protection District's board, Ed Ryan's campaign committee far outraised Mike Klund's. 

That's according to campaign finance reports filed with St. Louis County last week. Ryan, an incumbent who serves as the board's secretary, raised $7,724 in contributions against Klund's $884.

In addition to the contributions, Ryan received a $4,500 loan from Aaron Hilmer, the fire board's chairman. 

More information about major contributors is included in a table below.

The gap in fundraising allowed Ryan to spend more than his challenger. Ryan spent about $4,800 this election on yard signs, fliers and mailers. Klund hasn't spent any of his committee's funds, according to the reports. 

The race gained wider attention after Ryan filed a lawsuit against Klund in attempt to remove his name from the ballot. A judge later ruled that Klund would remain on the ballot.

The election is slated for April 2.

Mehlville's fire district provides fire, rescue, emergency medical, fire prevention and inspection services for the cities of Sunset Hills, Green Park, Lakeshire, the townships of Oakville, Mattese, Concord Village, Sappington and portions of Lemay and unincorporated St. Louis County, according to the district's web site.