Growing Buncombe County's Economy

As your County Commissioner, I will:

• Support small businesses, family farms, and local entrepreneurs.

• Recruit and retain employers that create good-paying jobs.

• Reduce unnecessary regulations while maintaining common-sense protections.

• Strengthen workforce partnerships with A-B Tech and our local schools.

• Promote agriculture as an important part of Buncombe County's economy.

• Invest in infrastructure that helps businesses grow and compete.

• Fight for disaster recovery funding that helps local businesses reopen and thrive.

Safe Communities & Disaster Preparedness

As your County Commissioner, I will:

• Support our Sheriff's Office, Fire Departments, EMS, and emergency management personnel.

• Ensure first responders have the tools, staffing, and resources they need.

• Strengthen disaster preparedness and emergency response.

• Continue advocating for long-term Hurricane Helene recovery to help families, businesses, and communities rebuild stronger.

• Support partnerships that strengthen mental health crisis response while improving public safety.

Responsible Government & Fiscal Stewardship

As your County Commissioner, I will:

• Be a careful steward of taxpayer dollars through responsible budgeting.

• Promote transparency and accountability in county government.

• Focus county resources on the essential services residents rely on every day.

• Listen to residents and encourage public input before major decisions are made.

• Look for efficiencies that improve government while maintaining high-quality services.