Kosciusko County has always been home.
From serving our community in law enforcement to continuing to stay involved with local events and organizations, I’ve always believed that strong communities come from people who care enough to show up and serve.
As I run for County Commissioner, my focus is simple: responsible leadership, transparency, and making sure our county continues to be a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
At this time, the proposed parking garage does not represent a responsible or well‑timed investment for our community. I can not support the current $15 million project. The financial burden placed on the taxpayers of the county is not justified by the projected return on investment.
Before committing to a project of this scale, especially one not located close enough from the downtown core that its economic impact is very uncertain. The focus should be to prioritize existing infrastructure needs. Several facilities and structural assets already require attention and repair. Addressing those issues first is a more prudent and fiscally sound approach for the county.
Transparency for taxpayers remains a central concern in this discussion. County residents will ultimately bear the majority of the financial responsibility for this project, it is important to clarify that the construction is not fully supported by outside funding. Additionally, one of the proposed sites, the former Munson parking lot was repaved only a few years ago, raising further questions about the long‑term planning behind this location choice.
Lackadaisical government often results when individuals become career politicians and lose touch with the people they are meant to represent.
I am not a lifetime politician, nor do I aspire to be one.
Too often, those who remain in the same positions for decades become disconnected from their constituents’ values and priorities, and at times place their own interests ahead of those of the public.
If elected, I will hold myself to a strict two-term limit. I would also encourage others to do the same, ensuring that leadership remains accountable and that fresh ideas and perspectives are continually brought forward—rather than allowing government to fall into complacent, repetitive routines.
Statement on Data Centers and Community Protection
I understand why data centers can look appealing financially, but there are far too many unanswered questions and too many broken or unproven promises. Short‑term money should never outweigh long‑term impacts on our residents, land, water, and quality of life.
I respect the counties that have placed moratoriums or bans on data centers because they are putting people first—and that’s what matters.
If elected, Kosciusko County residents will be my top priority. Data centers do not belong on agricultural land. Industrial land is the only reasonable location for them and even then they must be held to very strict standards including: setbacks, water limits, noise controls, property value protections, bonds for the county, and no tax abatements.
These decisions should never be rushed. The public deserves transparency, honesty, and a real voice in decisions that affect our future. Their opinions are the ones that matter when a public official makes a decision.
My life is rooted here, and I will always protect this community.