Chippewa Township Trustees serve as the township s legislative body, responsible for managing public services like road maintenance, fire and police protection, and zoning. They oversee the township budget and finances, ensure compliance with county, state, and federal laws, and make decisions for the community s well-being.Key Responsibilities of a Township Trustee:Legislative Authority: Trustees act as the legislative body for the township, similar to a city council.Service Management: They are responsible for the care and maintenance of various township services, including:Township roadsFire and police protectionCemeteries and parksZoning and waste disposalWeeds and brush controlFinancial Management: Trustees are responsible for:Approving the township budgetManaging township funds and approving tax leviesEnsuring the township s fiscal responsibilityCommunity Planning: They are involved in planning for the township s future, as seen in Chippewa Township s development of a Comprehensive Master Plan.Policy and Administration: Trustees introduce legislation, vote on zoning, and oversee township operations. They can hire a Township Administrator to manage daily operations under their authority.Public Safety and Amenities: Their duties can include providing for public safety, such as installing artificial lighting when necessary.Liaison with the Fiscal Officer: They work closely with the elected Fiscal Officer to keep accurate records of transactions and proceedings.
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Campaign Phone
330-347-4177
What is your current occupation and education?
Retired Air Force Officer and public officeholder. Masters Degree with some post-graduate work
Social Media
Facebook: Kerr for Chippewa Trustee
1. Maintaining our rural community culture. Trustees must actively pursue preservation.
2. Stopping Norton from annexing the township. Trustees should work with Doylestown.
3. Renovating the fire station for dorm space and code updates. Obtaining grants and using some rainy day funds for match.
Fifty years of military leadership and public office experience. Previously Chippewa Trustee, and mayor of Doylestown.
Returning to office to stop annexation of Chippewa Township and address the issues in question 1.
Multiple public forums to obtain consensus among options listed on Facebook at Kerr for Chippewa Trustee.
Campaign Phone
330-606-3978
What is your current occupation and education?
Registered Nurse/Supervisor of Utilization Management at Medical Mutual of Ohio BSN and MBA Healthcare Management
Concerns:
1) Annexation from other municipalities encroaching on Chippewa Township and preserving existing agriculture land.
2) Transparency and responsible use of township resources
3) Infrastructure that serves the entire township and supports growth.
Solutions:
-Work proactively with county and regional planners to strengthen zoning protections for agricultural land and discourage piecemeal annexation.
-Develop an updated comprehensive land-use plan that reflects the community’s desire to preserve farmland while guiding growth responsibly.
-Engage with property owners and farmers early to understand their needs and concerns, building trust before outside municipalities approach them.
-Support agricultural districts or conservation easements that offer landowners incentives for keeping land in agriculture and protect against annexation pressure.
-Publish clear, easy-to-read budgets and financial updates on the township’s website or in newsletters so residents can see where money is going.
-Adopt a long-term financial plan to guide spending and anticipate future needs, not just react year-to-year.
-Regularly review contracts and services to ensure the township is getting the best value and not overspending.
Prioritize infrastructure improvements based on need, not politics—with clear criteria and input from across the township.
Seek outside funding (state/federal grants) for roads, broadband, and utilities to ease tax burden.
While this is my first time running for public office, I bring a strong background in leadership, problem-solving, and financial oversight. I have an MBA in Healthcare Management, which has given me a solid foundation in budgeting, strategic planning, and working within complex systems—skills that directly apply to running a township efficiently and responsibly.
In my career, I’ve worked with diverse teams, managed resources, and had to make decisions that balanced quality with cost-effectiveness—something every public official should know how to do. I also understand the importance of listening, being transparent, and staying accountable, especially when serving my community.
When I'm out talking with people in the community I hear some common themes. Folks are concerned about a lack of transparency in spending, higher taxes, not being heard by current leadership, and gaps in services. Issues like safety services, water and sewer, and annexation affect them, and they want their voices heard. The people of the township want meaningful change, not the status quo. I am clearly not the status quo. I will help facilitate the change my constituents want and need to keep our community growing and thriving.
I believe listening, asking questions, and establishing trust are essential components of effective leadership. Chippewa Township is made up of all kinds of people—families, farmers, small business owners, young professionals, retirees—and I want to make sure everyone has a chance to be heard. Being accessible to the constituents of Chippewa Township will be a high priority. Whether that’s through email, a phone call, or just stopping to talk when I’m out and about. I want people to feel comfortable reaching out.
