The Woodlands Edition | October 2023

Election

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The Woodlands Township board of directors, Position 5

What challenges face The Woodlands in the next two years and beyond? Maintaining a low property tax rate and preserving George Mitchell’s vision of a hometown in a natural forest, where generations live, work, worship, learn and play, [which is] jeopardized by cut-through trac, trees lost from development and nature, and increasing crime from an open Southern border.

What areas and amenities in the township should be focused on for growth? The Woodlands was recognized as the best place to live in America. Enhancing sports elds, tennis and pickleball courts, and aquatic facilities; building a performing arts center; and expanding our convention center are vital to supporting favorable sales and hotel taxes, maintaining property values, and meeting our residents’ expectations.

Shelley Sekula-Gibbs* Occupation: board-certied dermatologist, retired Relevant experience: The Woodlands Township board of directors; other elected oces www.drshelley4township.com Tricia Danto Occupation: volunteer Relevant experience: president, Cochran’s Crossing Village Association; chairman, residential design review committee www.triciadanto.com

I became a Woodlands resident in 1992, when there were few stores and restaurants and have watched it grow into what we enjoy today. Balancing revitalization while respecting George Mitchell’s vision is a signicant challenge as we look to the future.

Revitalization of our village centers is essential to our community. Residents complete their errands in the village centers, many of which are not fully leased and appear dated. Additionally, with more retirees and residents without children, we need to expand activities and events o‘ered to these growing populations.

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WE NEED

Dedicated to Preserving Our Unique Township Cindy has the experience to secure the legacy of The Woodlands as the best place to live, work, play, and pray in the country for generations to come.

Delivering 24 Years of Service to Our Community

Proud 5 th Generation Texan

Cindy is a proud graduate of the University of Texas and

Cindy has been a part of a wide range of organizations including Interfaith, The Woodlands Arts Festival, Rotary Club, and is a small business owner.

a 24 year resident of The Woodlands where she raised both of her now adult children.

VOTE Tuesday, November 7 th WWW.CINDYHEISER.COM

Paid for by Cindy Heiser for The Woodlands Township

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