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BARRETT, Louis Cornelius
BARRETT, Louis Cornelius. (Dubuque, IA, Jne 2, 1922-- ). Supervisor. A graduate of LORAS COLLEGE, Barrett worked for the Catholic Charities program for emotionally disturbed children. He was also involved with the program for the mentally handicapped operated by AREA RESIDENTIAL CARE, INC. As a relocation agent for Dubuque's Urban Renewal Department, he helped the elderly and families find homes outside the downtown renewal areas.
In 1968, Barrett ran on the Democratic ticket and unseated the Democratic incumbent, Herbert Orr, to earn a seat on the Dubuque County Board of Supervisors. He served until 1974 and was credited with the reorganization of the social services department's governing board. In 1979, Barrett created a political tempest with his endorsement of Republican John WALSH for the Iowa Senate. Following his service on the Board, Barrett was active in elderly assistance programs.