Priorities
My priorities as a Kitsap County Commissioner, will be:
- Fostering the development and success of locally owned businesses, which are the engine of any strong economy. Whether it’s expanding Kitsap Farmers’ Market to serve more communities, showcasing entrepreneurs, or working with County government to ensure that we are buying our supplies and services locally, I want to make sure Kitsap businesses are as strong as they can be, and that Kitsap has jobs and opportunities for all.
My campaign demonstrates how I walk my talk: All our printed materials are done by local union printers, our campaign signs are printed by a Kitsap union sign shop, our mailings are done by a Kitsap mailing house.
- Increasing your opportunity to be heard by your county elected-officials. As a Commissioner, I helped ensure that county meetings were televised for the first time, but that isn’t enough. I commit to holding monthly forums throughout the County, to allow citizens to speak with me directly about the issues you care about, like stewarding your tax dollars, ferry service, and community pride. I will protect your right to participate in government decisions that affect you!
- Carrying out the Kitsap County government mission. As a commissioner, I helped create the mission “to protect and promote the safety, health and welfare of our citizens in an efficient, accessible, and effective manner. I am committed to making the vision a reality by establishing goals for all five measures -- for safe and healthy communities, protected natural resources, thriving local economy, inclusive government, and effective county services.