The Why

As a daughter of entrepreneurs and a businesswoman, I understand the importance of investing in our community to foster economic growth. The life blood and back bone of our community is our small businesses. We need to make sure we have the infrastructure to grow and support additional residents. We also have to make Washington County a desired location to live, work and play. These are attributes of growing economically. It's also important to continue to improve our current citizens quality of life.

There is nothing more important than feeling safe and protected. As a mother, I view this as a non-negotiable. Everybody deserves to feel safe and get the help they need from our emergency services such as police, fire and rescue. I've unfortunately had to call 911 myself when Dalton was only 7 months old (he threw up, and then went limp and turned a bit blue... turns out he fainted... but we had no idea). Within minutes, EMS was there to make sure he was okay. I don't know what I would of done if help hadn't of come quickly... everyone desires quick help when in need.

I believe that it is extremely important that the elected board of county commissioners manage your funds as if they were their own. This requires a comprehensive budget review and strict spending guidelines. 

When I am elected, I promise to be level-headed and make sure your money is spent as efficiently as possible. With my background as a wife, mother, purchasing manager, ad-hoc events planner and holding budget responsibilities within corporate roles, I understand the importance of allowing our citizens to keep as much of their money as possible. 

On a personal note, I believe that the more money people have in their pockets, the more likely they are to be philanthropical to non-profits and organizations of their choice. It is my intention to spend your money wisely so you have more money to spend as you desire.