St. Francis JP #11
Over their two-year term, a JP is responsible for:Setting real estate, personal property and sales tax rates in the county.Determining the final budget for county departments and offices - including salaries - and appropriating funds for county expenses.Preserving the peace and order in the county, though they do not have the authority to make any offense a felony. This often takes the form of passing county laws and in some counties making planning decisions.Contract or join with any other county or city, or the federal government for a public purpose.Creating, consolidating, separating, or abandoning any elected office in the county if first approved by voters.Filling vacancies in elected county offices.Providing for any service or performance of any function related to county affairs.Many Quorum Courts also have subcommittees that JPs serve on and discuss the more nitty gritty details before an issue appears before the whole group. These committees have included budget/finance, building, economic development, environmental, personnel, legislative affairs, public safety, Justices of the peace also have the authority to marry a couple.https://www.uaex.uada.edu/business-communities/ced-blog/posts/2022/may/what-is-a-justice-of-the-peace.aspx
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Bobbie Fingers
(Dem)
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Charles Jones
(Dem)
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As a candidate for Justice of the Peace for District 11 in Saint Francis County, I understand that this role involves serving on the Quorum Court, the county’s legislative body. Justices of the Peace review and vote on ordinances and resolutions that govern county operations. The position includes working with the County Judge to levy taxes as allowed by law, appropriating funds for county services, and ensuring fiscal responsibility. Additionally, Justices of the Peace help preserve peace and order and work to protect the community from harmful or dangerous activities.
I bring over forty years of experience as a public school educator, including over twenty years in school administration in the county where I’m seeking election. Throughout my career, I have worked closely with school boards, superintendents, parents, and community stakeholders to make decisions that positively impacted schools and communities. I have strong relationship-building skills and a deep commitment to fairness and service.
In addition to my professional experience, I currently serve as Social Action Co-Chair in my sorority and volunteer with a nonprofit organization that provides education, food, clothing, and other essential services to residents in our county. These experiences reflect my lifelong dedication to service.
My first priority as Justice of the Peace will be listening to my constituents. Too often, people feel unheard in local government. I plan to engage with residents through conversations and community outreach to better understand their concerns and priorities. I am committed to carrying those concerns to the Quorum Court so that the voices of District 11 are heard and considered in county decision-making.
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