Cynthia Long

Republican, Incumbent

Occupation: Williamson County commissioner Experience: commissioner, city council, BBA-TxA&M Top priorities: public safety, low taxes, great roads/parks/trails Website: www.cynthialong.com 

What are the three biggest issues facing the county? Keeping people moving by remaining ‘bullish’ on road construction as we build critical roads and expand existing ones; staying tough on crime and keeping our county safe; maintaining the quality of life that makes Williamson County the place where people want to live, work, and play What do you propose to do about these issues? We have a comprehensive transportation plan, and we must execute the plan. I will go after additional transportation funding through my leadership role on CAMPO. My budget votes have always supported public safety funding and will continue to. I will remain a champion of economic development, parks and trails.

Kasey Redus

Democrat

Occupation: owner of Primrose School at Vista Ridge Experience for this position: business owner, budgeting and leadership Priorities: budget, mental health crisis, transportation issues, public safety Website: www.kaseyredus.com

What are the three biggest issues facing the county? • Growth and what that means for transportation and emergency services • Mental health issues is the No. 1 health issue our county is facing • We are ranked one of the highest debt ratio per capita

What do you propose to do about these issues? • Support developing a comprehensive regional mobility plan • Restore our Mobile Outreach Team and get them the resources they need • Budget efficiently and responsibly while listening to the needs of the residents and departments