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Priorities

My four highest Priorities

If elected, my top priorities will be fiscal responsibility, public safety, roads and infrastructure, support for seniors and mental health services.

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Fiscal responsibility

Every taxpayer dollar should be spent wisely and

responsibly. With families and seniors on fixed incomes facing higher taxes and rising costs for groceries, gas, and everyday necessities, we must be thoughtful about every spending decision. I will ask: Do we have the resources? Can we do it

more efficiently? Is this the right investment at this time? And most importantly, how will it impact taxpayers?

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Public Safety

Safe communities are the foundation of a strong county. I support our law enforcement officers, firefighters, 911 dispatchers, EMS personnel, and all first responders who work every day to protect our residents. Ensuring they have

the resources and support they need is essential to maintaining safe communities.

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Roads and Infrastructure

Roads and Infrastructure: I will focus on practical, common-sense solutions to improve roads, bridges, and transportation systems, prioritizing the areas with the greatest needs and ensuring projects are completed responsibly and

efficiently, with community input.

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Seniors and mental health

I will work to strengthen services that help seniors

remain independent and connected to their communities while supporting access to mental health resources for residents and families who need them.


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