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Gooding County Clerk

Clerk/Auditor/Recorder serves a 4-year term.Constitutional and statutory laws have given the county clerk five distinct titles: clerk of the district court, auditor, recorder, clerk of the board of county commissioners and chief elections officer of the county.

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    Hollye Haney
    (Rep)

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    Chad Hoeft
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

1. What are the most important challenges facing your county and how do you propose to address them?

2. What specific qualifications do you have to effectively address these challenges?

3. How will you continue to be engaged with your constituents?

Campaign Statement I am proud to announce my candidacy for Gooding County Clerk. As the current City of Gooding Clerk and Gooding Fire District Secretary/Treasurer, I have dedicated my career to serving our community with integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail. Through my experience, I have developed a deep understanding of public records, accountability, and the importance of transparency in government. I am running for County Clerk because I believe our community deserves a leader who is organized, experienced, and committed to doing the job right.
Campaign Email votehollyehaney@gmail.com
Phone 208-731-5131
Office Sought Gooding County Clerk
One of the most important challenges facing our country is trust in our elections and public records system. As County Clerk, I will prioritize clear communication, adherence to Idaho Election Laws, and continued training for election staff. Another challenge is keeping up with the increasing demands for efficiency while working within a tight budget. It's important that we operate in a way that is both effective and responsible with taxpayer dollars. Finally, providing excellent customer service is essential. Residents rely on the Clerk's office for important records and documents. I will ensure that the Clerk's office remains responsive, helpful, and easy to work with.
As the Gooding City Clerk, I work every day with public records, compliance, and the processes that keep our office running smoothly. I understand the importance of accuracy, organization, and transparency; those are part of my daily responsibilities. I have built a strong working relationship with elected officials, staff, and members of the public. That experience has taught me how to communicate clearly, stay professional under pressure, and provide reliable service to our community. What sets me apart is that I'm not coming in to learn a job from scratch. I am already familiar with some of the duties of the County Clerk. It may be on a larger scale, but I still have some experience going into the position if I were to be elected. I am ready to step in and serve from day one with integrity, transparency, and reliability.
Staying engaged with constituents is a priority for me because the Clerk's office serves the people. I believe communication should be clear, consistent, and accessible. I will make sure residents have multiple ways to reach the Clerk's office, whether it's in person, by phone, or online, and that they receive a timely and helpful response. I also believe in being visible and present in the community. I am willing to attend local meetings, stay connected with other county offices, and listen to questions or concerns from residents. Even though the Clerk's role is largely administrative, it still requires a strong relationship and trust with the public. Most importantly, I will listen. If something isn't working for our community, I want to hear about it and look for ways to improve. My goal is to ensure every person who interacts with the Clerk's office feels respected, informed, and confident in the service they receive.
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