Hamilton County Commission Dist. 7 Choose 1
Term: 4 yearsThe commissioner makes policy for the county, adopts county budgets, approves taxation and financial decisions, adopts ordinances, and makes land-use decisions. The commissioner is responsible for all county legal matters, health services, social services, highway and other safety programs, personnel, benefits, grievances, recreational facilities, county roads, sewers, solid waste, all county vehicles, garages, and parking lots. The commissioner also approves the sale of delinquent tax property.
Biographical Information
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How long have you lived in Hamilton County?
We moved here the weekend of July 4th 2014.
What is the greatest challenge you anticipate facing if you are elected?
There are several challenges, but I don't think any are insurmountable. 1) I am not well known in the county and will have to increase my network. 2) I am new to local politics, which might have a learning curve. 3) Currently there aren't any women on the Hamilton County Commission (thankfully several highly qualified women are running), however, if only one or two are elected it could be sidelined when discussing topics that directly effect the health and safety of women of this county.
What characteristics do you possess and/or what life experiences have you had that make you believe that you are the most qualified person for this office?
I listen to understand, to empathize, and to focus on solutions. I am someone who can take information from a variety of sources, look at it from different perspectives, and come up with answers. That means I also am someone who is unafraid to admit to mistakes, is open to learning, and focuses on being a teammate. I have also worked in a variety of programs in this county that give me a unique perspective on many of the problems we have, including with the crisis team, in community mental health, and with addicts. As a counselor I look at problems from a systemic perspective, thinking about underlying factors that affect people and how they can be changed. I have worked on non-profit boards, and on committees before and have an understanding of when to stand up for what is needed, and when to compromise.
Biographical Information
How long have you lived in Hamilton County?
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What is the greatest challenge you anticipate facing if you are elected?
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What characteristics do you possess and/or what life experiences have you had that make you believe that you are the most qualified person for this office?
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