Planning Ahead
Uncertain Economic
Times
Inflation, a changing geopolitical environment, and state and federal grant program uncertainty are all impactful, creating potential risks at the local level.
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Financial Risks and Consequences
The effects will be felt in our personal and professional lives, which may result in higher taxes, lower economic growth, higher healthcare costs, and, for some residents, decisions about postponing retirement.
Rising To The Challenge
We have implemented many successful programs in Johnson County. Public Safety, Mental Health, and Parks and Recreation all receive high marks. Future growth prospects and infrastructure continue to be additional priorities.
However, in the current environment of budgetary challenges, it is necessary to sharpen our fiduciary responsibility. This is the time to ask tough questions, understand needs, challenge the status quo, and step outside the norm. Budget reviews and focus on operational spend deserve a lot of attention.
Making An Impact
Our goal is to maintain the quality of life for JoCo residents, laying the groundwork for additional growth, and planning for future needs while doing so with financial responsibility to our community.
In addition to serving the needs of Johnson County's growing population, we must also be mindful of, and attentive to, an increasingly aging population with limitations on financial resources, requiring us to look harder at where we spend.
There is clearly a lot we need to accomplish in the years ahead. I look forward to speaking with you about how to continue making Johnson County the best place to live.
I'm asking for your support and would be honored to have your vote for chair of the Johnson County Board of County Commissioners for the term beginning 2027.