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Where do you see Sharpsburg in 5, 10, or 15 years?
I have some ideas, but I’d like to hear yours. Please take a second to fill out the survey: https://goo.gl/forms/rd4ojXvNnt2yYmZ63
I have the right combination of experience and skills necessary for the position. Not only am I a gifted communicator and business owner, I’ve spent the last ten years as a social worker helping people improve their lives. From helping non-custodial parents get jobs, to working with employers to hire those who need a hand up, I’ve worked to forge relationships and find ways to work together. Recently, I’ve managed partnerships and written contracts, making sure money has been spent wisely and we are getting the outcomes we need. My top three focuses will be:
Improve and increase town services
Every town should provide services to meet the needs of its residents. Activities, parks, events; each service or amenity should be designed to fill a need, promote the community, or enhance the experience of the residents or visitors.
Manage growth and development
Coweta County’s population increased by nearly 50% between 2000 and 2012, and 30,000 people are expected to make Coweta County home in the next ten years. It’s not if, but when, the growth arrives. In this scenario, it becomes important to manage the growth. Developers, elected officials, property owners, and citizens all have a voice in managing growth. Developers need to design neighborhoods to fit the tone and aesthetics of our town; property owners should maintain and care for their property, and citizens should participate and identify their needs. Elected officials guide this process and make careful decisions for everyone's benefit.
Build relationships with our community, local schools, and nearby towns
“A rising tide lifts all boats.” We have so many untapped resources around our wonderful town. Multiple churches, schools, businesses, and civic groups surround Sharpsburg. With their help, we can invite them in to visit, stay, and make our town stronger. Community events, fundraisers, family-centered activities… these are all things we can bring home with us if we just reach out to those who are already there.
Citizen engagement is key
Communication is the key to any collaboration, and the survey above is just a start. (Click here to take it.) Citizens need to have input; not just in the who and what, but the how and the why. Survey, forums, and public discussion are all tools that can, and should be, used to gauge the needs and wants of our town’s people.
I’m a life-long Sharpsburg resident, owning businesses in the town and Coweta County. Combined with my communication and public administration experience, I feel I can position the town for positive and well thought-out growth.
I look forward to meeting you. I’ll be making my rounds over the next few weeks and months, but you can send me an email with your thoughts, ideas, or concerns to BlueforMayor@gmail.com. I don’t have all of the answers, but between your questions, my energy, and our dedication, we’ll figure this out.
I have some ideas, but I’d like to hear yours. Please take a second to fill out the survey: https://goo.gl/forms/rd4ojXvNnt2yYmZ63
I have the right combination of experience and skills necessary for the position. Not only am I a gifted communicator and business owner, I’ve spent the last ten years as a social worker helping people improve their lives. From helping non-custodial parents get jobs, to working with employers to hire those who need a hand up, I’ve worked to forge relationships and find ways to work together. Recently, I’ve managed partnerships and written contracts, making sure money has been spent wisely and we are getting the outcomes we need. My top three focuses will be:
Improve and increase town services
Every town should provide services to meet the needs of its residents. Activities, parks, events; each service or amenity should be designed to fill a need, promote the community, or enhance the experience of the residents or visitors.
Manage growth and development
Coweta County’s population increased by nearly 50% between 2000 and 2012, and 30,000 people are expected to make Coweta County home in the next ten years. It’s not if, but when, the growth arrives. In this scenario, it becomes important to manage the growth. Developers, elected officials, property owners, and citizens all have a voice in managing growth. Developers need to design neighborhoods to fit the tone and aesthetics of our town; property owners should maintain and care for their property, and citizens should participate and identify their needs. Elected officials guide this process and make careful decisions for everyone's benefit.
Build relationships with our community, local schools, and nearby towns
“A rising tide lifts all boats.” We have so many untapped resources around our wonderful town. Multiple churches, schools, businesses, and civic groups surround Sharpsburg. With their help, we can invite them in to visit, stay, and make our town stronger. Community events, fundraisers, family-centered activities… these are all things we can bring home with us if we just reach out to those who are already there.
Citizen engagement is key
Communication is the key to any collaboration, and the survey above is just a start. (Click here to take it.) Citizens need to have input; not just in the who and what, but the how and the why. Survey, forums, and public discussion are all tools that can, and should be, used to gauge the needs and wants of our town’s people.
I’m a life-long Sharpsburg resident, owning businesses in the town and Coweta County. Combined with my communication and public administration experience, I feel I can position the town for positive and well thought-out growth.
I look forward to meeting you. I’ll be making my rounds over the next few weeks and months, but you can send me an email with your thoughts, ideas, or concerns to BlueforMayor@gmail.com. I don’t have all of the answers, but between your questions, my energy, and our dedication, we’ll figure this out.