Campaign Statement
I’m running for County Commissioner in Latah County to support our communities with thoughtful planning, practical stewardship, and local government that listens. For more than twenty years, my work in public service has focused on managing complex programs, securing grant funding, strengthening accountability, and delivering real results for communities to protect water, improve infrastructure, support farmers, and reduce the tax burden on small communities. As Commissioner, I will focus on well-planned growth, water conservation and wildfire preparedness, improving infrastructure, and ensuring county government is transparent, efficient, and responsive to the people it serves.
Campaign Email
info@lauraforlatah.org
Office Sought
Latah County Commissioner District 2
If elected, I will deliver practical stewardship and modern, transparent governance to Latah County. My focus starts with continuous improvement to ensure welcoming customer service for all residents. I will work to reduce the property tax burden and address housing stability by leveraging my 20 years of experience to secure federal and state grant funding for critical projects. My platform includes five essential priorities: completing broadband internet access across the county, updating aging infrastructure, increasing local child care options for working families, prioritizing water conservation, and strengthening wildfire preparedness. I will ensure all growth is well-planned, locally guided, and rooted in the long-term public inter
For more than twenty years, my career in public service has been focused on managing complex budgets, strengthening accountability, and delivering practical results. I have experience securing and managing multimillion-dollar grant-funded programs—bringing in over $25 million in state and federal investment for conservation and infrastructure projects—which helps reduce the burden on local taxpayers. This work has involved strategic planning, regional collaboration, and financial oversight across multiple agencies and communities, preparing me to manage county operations, budgets, and long-term planning. I also bring governance experience from serving on the Palouse Prairie Charter School and the UI and WSU Lutheran Campus Council Boards.
Growth in Idaho and demand for housing and small farm parcels will bring economic development but can also subdivide our rich farmland and burden our aging infrastructure and over-allocated aquifers. We need strategic planning with community input to ensure we are protecting our resources and implementing the most pressing projects in the most effective timelines with the financial, staffing, and partner resources we have available. I can lead the strategic planning and find the right grant or federal funding to implement the projects we need without relying solely on property taxes to improve our county. I will also focus on improving local government systems to ensure they are transparent, efficient, and responsive to all citizens' needs.
I am running to ensure our county government serves the people of Latah County with integrity and openness. As a fourth-generation Inland Northwest family member who has raised my family here, I believe decisions should be guided by the public interest—not political insiders or special interests. I am committed to continuous improvement in county government, protecting our agricultural heritage, and making thoughtful, practical decisions that support a strong future for all of Latah County.
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Campaign Statement
I am running for Latah County Commissioner to provide experienced, fiscally responsible leadership focused on public safety, transparency, and long‑term planning. I will listen to residents and work collaboratively to serve the best interests of our county.
Campaign Phone
(208)874-6339
Campaign Email
Dan@ElectDan.Vote
Phone
(208) 874-6339
Office Sought
Latah County Commissioner District 2
If elected, I want county government to stay focused on doing the basics well, responsible budgeting, public safety, reliable infrastructure, and fair, lawful land use decisions. I will work for transparent, accountable budgeting, balanced growth that respects property rights, research-based water planning, and well maintained roads and public facilities. My goal is to rebuild trust by making decisions openly, grounded in evidence, and the law, so Latah County remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family for generations to come.
I have more than two decades of experience managing complex public operations and budgets, along with private sector business experience. I spent over 20 years at the University of Idaho, including serving as Director of Auxiliary Services, where I managed a $23 to 26 million annual budget overseeing housing, transportation, facilities, and major events in a complex, highly regulated public environment. I am also a co-owner of Palouse Properties and currently serve on the Latah County Zoning Commission, giving me practical experience with growth, housing, and local decision-making.
Latah County is facing a period of growth that brings real challenges in maintaining infrastructure, protecting water resources, supporting public safety, and managing land use responsibly. The county must ensure roads, emergency services, and public facilities keep pace without overburdening taxpayers. One important issue is addressing long-term detention needs following the closure of the county jail, while carefully weighing legal requirements, costs, and public safety impacts. Meeting these challenges will require thoughtful planning, respect for property rights, and transparent decision-making that balances current needs with long term stability.
I am a lifelong Latah County resident with deep family roots in the Palouse. My wife and I raised five children here and now enjoy time with our grandchildren. I believe county government works best when it is limited, transparent, and focused on serving people not politics. I bring a practical, steady approach shaped by business ownership, public service, and community involvement. I will listen, follow the law, and work hard every day to represent local values and responsibly serve the people of Latah County. Those roots shape how I approach public service with care, responsibility, and respect for the community.
