Lexington County Council District 6
Election InformationThe 2024 Party Primary Elections will be held Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Your address indicates you live in the district for this race. You may vote in either the Republican or the Democratic primary.To find your election day polling location, go to:https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Voter/Login?PageMode=PollingPlaceOr you can vote early during a two-week early voting period at your County Voter Registration and Elections Office and other early voting locations from May 28 until June 7 except weekends. See:https://www.scvotes.gov/early-voting for more information.Or you may be eligible to vote absentee by mail. For details on eligibility and how to submit your request, see:https://www.scvotes.gov/absentee-votingPosition Description - Lexington County CouncilLexington County Council is composed of nine members, one from each district and, elected to 4-year terms. As the governing body of the county, it enacts laws by ordinance and may also adopt resolutions. The Council hires the county administrator; sets budgets; levies taxes; approves contracts, agreements, and bids; and appoints the membership of boards and committees. A council member must be a registered voter, a resident of their district and at least 18 years of age.
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Jason JJ Resnick
(Rep)
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Charli Wessinger
(Rep)
1. How would you address the impact of population growth and development on roads, traffic, and schools?
2. What are your strategies for reducing gun violence?
3. How would you advocate for under-served areas of the county?
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Rez4lex@gmail.com
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Campaign Phone
8036053155
Campaign Email
charliwessinger@gmail.com
Education
BA Newberry, College, MA Ed - Nova Southeaster University
Qualifications
Currently serving my first term on Lex Co County Council, District 6, community advocate and a voice for the people. Chair of the Planning committee; Board member of the Central Midlands, council of Government, transportation sub-committee member; and River Alliance Board Member
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Many organizations have a growth mindset that says "if you aren't growing, you're dying". This is an outdated philosophy and one that has created much instability we are all dealing with on our roads, infrastructure and services. More rooftops demand more services and that cost cannot just fall on the shoulders of the citizens. Impact fees for development will be helpful in offsetting that cost to citizens. Counties need funding from the state to help with the infrastructure without raising taxes. Additional state monies will allow for matching funds for roads and services though federal grants & others funds, which are needed! Concurrency agreements with agencies to approve development is a next step to ensure adequate services for all.
Education! Gun violence is a public health issue and is usually a result of the inability to cope or deal with an emotional issue. We need more resources for mental health and counseling. Law enforcement and medical, is usually a first step in this process. Instead of "just" sending someone to jail with anger management classes, understanding the root issue of mental health is the only way to truly reform gun violence. Violence intervention with community programs and a comprehensive support network is a proven method. Programs on gun safety in the home are needed now more than ever. Any home that has a member who struggles with mental health will need additional support on strategies to reduce gun violence.
I genuinely care about the citizens in my district and the entire county and that is evident by my actions in addressing citizen concerns, even those not in my district. I will continue to advocate to see all sides of the issue, and to listen to concerns, while keeping in mind the affordability for our citizens. In order to make change, you must understand the root issue to affectively advocate for change. This involves working with entities from the State, and other agencies to fully understand the issues. Also, being flexible to make those hard decisions while predicting unintended consequences that will affect the future for citizens. Our mission is to provide quality services to our citizens at a reasonable cost.
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