The Board of Commissioners in each Ohio county consists of three elected members who typically serve four-year terms.County commissioners serve as the general administrative body for county government, acting as the primary taxing, budgeting, and purchasing authority. They are responsible for managing county property, setting budget priorities, overseeing public infrastructure projects (like roads, bridges, and sewers), and appointing leaders to various county departments.
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Education
University of Cincinnati
Age
52
Family
Partner, Nicole; one daughter and two stepsons
Military Service
No
Experience
I bring more than two decades of experience in journalism, communications and public service. As a reporter, I covered local government and community issues, gaining a clear understanding of how public decisions affect people’s lives. Today, I work in communications for a large public institution and have also been a small business owner. I’m running for County Commissioner to be a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars and ensure government is transparent, accountable and focused on serving th
Employer
Cincinnati Public Schools
Work Experience
I have more than 25 years of experience in journalism, communications and public service. I began my career as a reporter covering local government and community issues, then transitioned into communications, where I currently serve in a public-facing role for a large public institution. I have also worked as a small business owner. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on clear communication, accountability and helping the public better understand how government works.
Why I am Running
Changes in state funding have shifted more of the responsibility for local services onto local taxpayers. As state support has fluctuated or declined in certain areas, counties and local governments have had to rely more heavily on property taxes and local levies to maintain essential services. That puts added pressure on residents, especially during times of rising costs.
Going forward, I would support more stable, predictable state funding that allows local governments to plan responsibly without overburdening taxpayers. I also believe in stronger transparency and accountability in how funds are allocated at both the state and local level. At the county level, we need to focus on disciplined budgeting, careful evaluation of incentives and ensuring that every dollar spent delivers real value to the community.
I bring a unique combination of experience in journalism, communications and public service that directly translates to the role of County Commissioner. As a former reporter, I developed a deep understanding of how local government works and a commitment to transparency and accountability. In my current communications role, I work daily to ensure the public receives clear, accurate information from a large public institution.
I’ve also been a small business owner, giving me firsthand insight into the challenges local businesses face. Across all of my work, I’ve focused on listening, asking tough questions and bringing people together to solve problems. I will bring that same approach to this role. I will serve as a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars and a watchdog for the public.
As a County Commissioner, I want to ensure Clermont County remains fiscally responsible, transparent and well-prepared for growth. That starts with being a careful steward of taxpayer dollars. Scrutinizing spending, evaluating incentives and making sure public funds deliver real value is how this happens.
I also want to help guide smart, balanced growth that protects our quality of life while supporting economic development. That means investing in infrastructure, planning responsibly and working with communities, not around them.
Just as important, I want to strengthen public trust in county government by making it more open, accessible and responsive. My goal is simple: make sure county government works for the people, not the other way around.
