Campaign Phone Number
701-409-0728
Update the plan, improve the process, and check the consequences. That means initiating a focused, time-bound review of the county's outdated Comprehensive Plan to plan for growth before it costs us more. Review processes so residents, landowners, businesses, and developers can better understand and navigate county requirements. Require clearer review before major decisions that shift services, exit agreements, create departments, add responsibilities, or affect taxpayers long-term.
Balancing increasing costs and preventing that burden from being placed on the shoulders of residents and landowners. The North Dakota state legislature has taken steps to meaningfully address property tax relief in the state, but the responsibility for the prudent use of taxpayer dollars rests solely with the local governing body. The only way to address the issue is to look at every dollar spent and ask: is it prudent? Is it necessary? How can tax dollars be saved while growing our tax base?
Burleigh County cannot solve housing needs alone but we can be a leader and good partner in moving forward the work that's already been started. I would focus on predictable planning, efficient permitting, infrastructure that supports responsible growth, and better coordination with cities, developers, the Housing Authority, and employers. We need housing options for young families, workers, seniors, and people on fixed incomes without creating more red tape or pushing costs onto taxpayers.
It is more important than ever for local governments to be fully committed to planning as there's no bailout in the future to just add another mill to cover something that goes awry. Regardless if the 3% cap is changed in the upcoming legislative session, local governments cannot use a wait and see approach as they engage in their 2027 budget planning process. It is crucial that voters select candidates that are strong on checking cost, capacity, and consequences before making major decisions.
Follow the lead of the Highway Dept. As the department’s structure is set up, their operational needs are covered first and then whatever is left over is dedicated to projects. With the cost of materials increasing by roughly four times over the past 10 years, the department takes great effort to prioritize infrastructure projects that will yield the best result for the entire county. The worst roads are often the most expensive to fix and it is more cost-effective to maintain good roads.
Campaign Phone Number
7012020933
Using my 30 plus years of Municipal Advisory experience to help grow tax base of the county
Growing the tax
Increase job opportunities additional housing will come from developers
Will be very for municipal gov to fund existing municipal needs without significant reductions in spending
Combination of sales tax bonds and GO/special assessment bonds
Campaign Phone Number
701-400-0010
Over the next 4 years, we will need to work on 3 very important items. Continue to create meaningful ordinances for the residents that have transferred from the city of Bismarck's ETA to the county jurisdiction, continue to grow the Missouri Valley Complex and structure a Parks Department. All of these items will allow the County to Grow Responsibly
I believe our largest challenge is that we govern reactively rather than proactively. Over the past term, that is very evident. The county must go though a Strategic Plan which is something that I don't think that they ever have
Burleigh County's real estate market remains strong and attractive, but sustaining that momentum requires deliberate action. Infrastructure must keep pace with the growth. Planning and Zoning has been working to ensure that property owners don't face unnecessary costs all while they are making sure that our growth is safe and secure
Burleigh County will face issues with the 3% cap in the 2028 or 2029 budget cycle. My conversation with staff as we created the 2026 budget, was that we will now need to plan for 5 years ahead rather than the one year cycle like they have in the past.
With 1600 miles of roadways in Burleigh County, that task is daunting. However, for the 2026 Budget, we were able to increase their budget by about $3 million dollars annually. This will allow the infrastructure to be maintained or replaced a much quicker pace.
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Campaign Phone Number
7013196319
protect private property rights, keep my eyes on the budget and help out with the Road portfolio That is what a do to make a living now
in the not so distant future we may be hit with some Data center/AI and I will not allow them to run over the tax base or raise the cost of electricity in our area if I can
I would be great if there was a silver bullet for keeping housing cost down or even lower for more affordable housing bit I do not at this time have a plan for that but I am open to any suggestions anyone would have I will listen to our citizens !!
The county has been doing a great job with lowering the county portion of our property taxes, county portion was lower this year and will lower more next year because of the 1% sales tax that was placed to fund the Jail project, that has been paid off and now the tax will go to all the other area's that can keep a lid on raising property taxes
I build roads for a living, we had a bad year this season with our early thaw and the roads took a beating, I think we need to take a look at who is damaging our roads and keep a eye on more restrictions especially in spring thaw situations like this season
Government transparency, improving departments and making Burleigh County a better place to work.
Our biggest challenge right now is a lack of leadership. Our current commission has plenty to say, however they lack sufficient knowledge of the workings of the county to give effective leadership that helps. I have worked in and for Burleigh County since 2014, I’ve done the work and dealt with many of the issues the County faces. I will put these years of experience to work and use it to make lasting and effective improvements.
The best thing the County can do is to keep taxes low and provide good services. This is a constant challenge but if we can make Burleigh County attractive to good jobs while working to think of new ways to reduce the tax burden on homeowners, that can help the housing needs of our citizens.
This cap absolutely impacts Burleigh County’s budget. This cap may have seemed like a good idea at the time the law was passed, but the implementation of it is much more difficult and may lead to serious issues in the future. I’m not against increase caps, however it needs to be done in a way that works. Also I am disappointed that while the State placed that restriction on Counties, they did not place it on themselves.
Since first becoming the County Auditor I have been saying we need to implement a capital improvement fund. This would help to avoid most large, unforeseen maintenance and improvement projects from taking us by surprise which would help us prepare for the future and avoid major spikes in the County’s tax levy.
Burleigh faces rising costs, infrastructure strain, and pressure on public safety and budgets. We need smart growth planning, prioritizing core services, and strengthening partnerships. We must be fiscally disciplined, transparent, and solutions-focused, ensuring essential services are maintained. Good government isn’t just about making plans, it’s about executing them, following through, and being accountable. I'll bring a practical focused approach that listens first and acts thoughtfully.
The biggest challenge facing Burleigh County is managing growth without overburdening infrastructure or taxpayers. Rapid development strains roads, services, and housing. I would address this through disciplined long-term planning, strong coordination with cities and developers, and prioritizing infrastructure investments—ensuring growth pays for itself while protecting quality of life and keeping taxes predictable.
Addressing housing starts with increasing supply at all levels. I’d streamline county processes, support smart development, and coordinate with all stakeholders on infrastructure to guide growth where it makes sense. Encouraging a mix of housing types and keeping property taxes in check, along with streamlined consistent policies and procedures, will help maintain affordability. The key is partnership—working with developers and communities to remove barriers without overreach.
It absolutely will impact the county’s budget, the real question isn’t if, but how much. Here’s how I would approach it: Prioritize, not just budget we can’t fund everything the same way anymore we need to focus on core services and high-impact investments. plan multi-year, not year-to-year, this cap makes long-term planning essential. We need to look 3–5 years ahead, not just one budget cycle. Coordinate with Bismarck shared services and joint planning will reduce duplication and save money
Burleigh County’s infrastructure backlog demands prioritization and planning. I would focus on high-impact projects, use data to guide decisions, and invest where growth supports long-term value. Strengthening partnerships with cities, townships, and the state will stretch dollars further. Just as important, we need multi-year planning and transparency so taxpayers understand where and why we invest.
