Election
BY ANNA MANESS
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Williamson County Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey* Occupation & experience: Certified public accountant; Precinct 3 County commissioner, CPA www.valeriecovey.com
If elected, what are your goals for Williamson County?
Why are you the best candidate for this seat? I have served as commissioner Precinct 3 since 2006, demonstrating strong leadership and problem-solving skills rooted in conservative values. My experience as a CPA allows me to use my skills to help balance the budget and pay down debt, saving taxpayers over $100 million.
My primary goals include promoting responsible growth, enhancing mental health services and maintaining fiscal responsibility. I aim to ensure that infrastructure keeps pace with our expanding population while supporting community initiatives that prioritize public safety and access to essential services for all residents.
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Since getting a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Texas and an MBA and engineering master’s from University of Michigan, I’ve worked and traveled throughout the world. I started as a volunteer for the Libertarian Party but advanced to the national executive director position. I’ll do my best for you.
I want to cut taxes and spending enough so that the check you write for your property taxes gets smaller even when property values go up. We can do that by focusing on core services, cutting others, eliminating corporate welfare, and cutting expenses on non-violent drug offenses.
Wes Benedict Occupation & experience:
Consultant; Former Libertarian Party executive director, manufacturing engineer, countertop manufacturing business owner www.wesbenedict.com
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