Platform Issues

Planning for long-term financial independence when American Rescue Plan Act money runs out.
Support responsible spending of public funds and stop wasteful projects.
Get away from applying for every grant available (or 'free' money) if the grant does not address a community priority.

Address and eliminate conflicts of Interest, such as personal relationships between elected officials, staff, and hand-picked residents, non-profits, and vendors.
Modeling the Glendale, AZ public expenditure database called 'Follow Your Money,' create a public performance dashboard that discloses county money in real-time and tracks the progress of ACC's adopted strategic plan
Regular publicly accessible compliance reports for non-profits and vendors receiving funding support from ACC.
Require all budget presentations, meetings, and discussions to be a public session.

Address traffic congestion along Atlanta Highway and other major corridors in Athens
Prioritize economic growth and attract new businesses through the mall redevelopment, TAD implementation, and efficient land development
Address property tax relief by identifying homeowner-friendly millage rates

Support initiatives that decrease crime and keep residents safe
Quickly post and fill vacancies in critical public safety positions.
Ensure public safety personnel have the equipment necessary to do their jobs safely.

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