Chad Chadwell[/caption]Chad Chadwell
Experience: Round Rock ISD board member for more than seven years
www.facebook.com/chadwell4wilco
Why are you running for county commissioner?
I am running because my professional and school board experience can make Williamson County even better. I will represent the voice of all citizens so the county is run efficiently yet effectively. Round Rock ISD and other governmental entities have a long history of collaboration, which promotes growth and commerce.
What are the top issues the county is currently facing?
The top issues are transportation, population growth, financial management and delivering effective services. These issues need to be balanced carefully so the current taxpayers are not overburdened with rising costs. Keeping Williamson County affordable and running efficiently will require experienced leadership.
Why should people vote for you?
I will listen to stakeholders as I have done over the last seven years with accountability and transparency. As a county commissioner I will include citizens in the planning process and will promote partnerships with other governmental agencies to keep the overall tax rate as low as possible.
Terry Cook[/caption]Terry Cook
Experience: years of work in science, engineering and high technology; small-business owner
www.terryforwilco.com
Why are you running for county commissioner?
Our county has for too long been run exclusively by strongly partisan Republican commissioners who’ve managed the county’s money and resources without challenge, and often unwisely. We have more debt/person here than other Texas counties our size. Now is the time for a new voice. Now is the time for change.
What are the top issues the county is currently facing?
Highest government debt per person in any Texas county our size; Brushy Creek flooding Round Rock and flooding in southwest Williamson County’s Forest North subdivision where county has not put in drainage; health services for seniors, low-income residents and the mentally ill; increasing property values, rising taxes, a wacky appraisal system
Why should people vote for you?
I believe people deserve a government that respects them, ensures safety, improves quality of life and listens to them. I am intelligent, determined, and energetic. I vow to work to resolve issues important to my district. I will remind the court that government is of, by and for the people.
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