The County Council serves as the fiscal branch of county government and has the ultimate decision making power regarding fiscal affairs. The council has authority to view or review fiscal matters, determine proper policy, and set priorities for the allocation and expenditure of county funds, including managing operating budgets, establishing compensation for all county officials and employees, fixing tax rates, authorizing bonds and overseeing certain purchases or sales of county owned land.
First and Last Name
Brian Gulley
Campaign Email
briangulley@outlook.com
Campaign Phone
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Social Media and Website Links
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Candidate Bio Information
Brian is a dedicated public servant, union member and lifelong community advocate. A 20- year resident of Portage, Brian has spent his career working hard for local families both on the job and in public office. He is a proud 15-year member of UAW Local 551, where he has stood alongside working men and women fighting for fair wages and strong communities. Brian served on the Portage City Council from 2020-2023, where he focused on responsible governance, neighborhood investment, and supporting working families. he currently serves as the President of the Portage Parks and Recreation Foundation, helping to improve the quality of life for residents of all ages. Above all, Brian is a devoted husband of 20 years and a proud father of four.
First and foremost, every local unit of government will have to tackle the effects of SEA1. Everyone will either need to make massive cuts to services or find new revenue sources, mainly through Local Income Taxes. I am committed to MAINTAINING current service levels.
Second, I will be a fierce advocate for Portage. Many of the residents and elected officials I talk to believe that too often Portage is an afterthought. We are the largest city in Porter County and the third largest in NWI. We should be demanding MORE.
Lastly, I would like to see the county reduce or eliminate its dependency on the Hospital Foundation. The proceeds from this fund should be used to enhance the county by being delivered to local charities and foundations.
If elected, this will be my second time in office. I previously served as a Portage City Councilman from 2020-2023. During that time gained invaluable experience and developed good relationships with many other public servants. With challenges facing local governments in the next few years, my experience will be invaluable to residents.
The budget restrictions that are coming to local government are catastrophic if the other revenue streams are not found or created. Anyone who claims that they can absorb these reductions with standard techniques of cost cutting, etc. Doesn't understand the magnitude of SEA1.
When I was previously in office, my phone and email were always available, but I always worked to meet residents where they were. I love to be engaged in community and show up too many events in the city and love to engage with our many clubs and civic organizations.
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