Good jobs, clean air and water, and development that fits our rural character.

What I believe

Smart growth is pro-economy

• Real opportunity means good jobs here at home—in industries that align with our agricultural heritage and protect our air and water.

• Meade County and Radcliff are already attractive to employers. We don’t need to “give away the store” with costly tax breaks and subsidies.

• Any land given over to development is forever. Big decisions demand open debate, not secrecy.

Why this matters

• Incentives come out of our pockets—through taxes, utility bills, or lost services. If a project truly benefits the community, it should stand on transparent, fair terms.

• Secrecy erodes trust. Nondisclosure agreements that gag elected officials keep the public in the dark and invite bad deals.

• Once farmland or open space is converted, we can’t get it back. We owe it to future generations to get these choices right.

My stance

• No rubber stamps. Large projects should move forward only after ample public review, clear documentation, and serious scrutiny of costs and benefits.

• Growth must fit our place: agriculture, small manufacturing, logistics that respect rural roads, broadband expansion, renewable energy that protects farms and viewsheds, and small-business corridors in town centers.

• Clean air and water are nonnegotiable. Strong environmental safeguards and enforcement build healthier communities and long-term value.

What I’ll do

• Transparency first: Bar NDAs that prevent elected officials from sharing key terms with the public; require early posting of agendas, maps, and draft agreements.

• Smart site selection: Prioritize redevelopment of existing industrial land and vacant buildings before converting farmland or sensitive areas.

• Fair deals only: Cap and sunset any incentives; require clawbacks and local hiring/training commitments; publish plain‑English cost/benefit summaries before votes.

• Environmental safeguards: Mandate independent reviews for air, water, traffic, and noise; set enforceable limits with real penalties for violations.

• Infrastructure fit: Tie approvals to funded plans for roads, water/sewer, broadband, and emergency services so growth doesn’t outpace capacity.

• Local voice: Hold evening hearings with adequate notice; accept written comments; post all materials online; respect public opinion for major land-use changes.

• Expert oversight: When proposals are complex, hire independent legal, engineering, and financial experts—and release their reports in full.

How we’ll measure success

• More local jobs that pay family-supporting wages.

• Stable utility rates and a fair tax base, not hidden subsidies.

• Protected farms, forests, streams, and views that define Meade County and Radcliff.

• Projects that neighbors can live with—and are proud of.

My commitment to you

• Smart growth isn’t anti-growth—it’s pro-community. We will work together to welcome the right jobs, on fair terms, with open books and public support.