The trustee is the chief executive officer of the township and must reside in that township. Residents of the township elect the trustee for a term of four years. The trustee’s salary is established by the township board. The trustee prepares the annual township budget for submission to the township board and has general control over all property belonging to the township. Where applicable, the trustee also serves as chief administrative officer for township schools. Other responsibilities of the trustee relate to poor relief, recreation, cemetery maintenance, and fire protection.
Campaign Phone
(765)588-8294
Education
BS MS Purdue University
Experience in Leadership and Management
Over 20 years experience being Township Trustee, received the Circle of Corydon for outstanding local government service from the Governor
* Over 50 years experience in Indiana government at multiple levels
* 20+ years as a Township Trustee
* Maintained a fiscally sound township budget with the taxpayer in mind, keeping the township tax rate as one of the lowest in Tippecanoe County
* Obtained over $350,000 in grants to support the Tippecanoe Township Volunteer Fire Department
PROTECTING TAXPAYERS WHILE ENSURING PUBLIC SAFETY
Managing the rapid residential growth in Tippecanoe Township requires a careful balance between community safety and fiscal restraint.
My approach to funding our volunteer fire department includes:
Strategic Partnerships: Working hand-in-hand with the Tippecanoe Township Volunteer Fire Department to meet our safety responsibilities efficiently.
Proactive Financial Planning: Building a strong financial foundation for emergency services as our population expands.
Experienced Fiscal Management is vital to support the taxpayers of the township.
SUPPOSTING RESIDENTS IN NEED
Providing vital financial assistance to residents lacking resources is a top priority for our township. As a board, we ensure this support is handled both legally and compassionately.
Our commitment to helping neighbors in need includes:
Setting Clear Standards: Creating the statutory required standards to ensure assistance is fair, transparent, and structured.
Providing Flexible Support: Directing the township to deliver multiple forms of aid to effectively stabilize struggling households.
Targeted Community Relief: Ensuring emergency resources go directly to the residents who need them most.
Township Assistance is provided 24x7, supporting residents while maintaining a fiscally sound budget.
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