Election
BY RACHEL LELAND
Friendswood City Council, Position 6
What is the biggest challenge you see for Friendswood in the coming years? The biggest challenge I see for Friendswood is that we are quickly running out of undeveloped land. As things evolve, there will need to be reviews of city ordinances and allowed uses of properties. Innovative thinking and problem-solving skills will be key.
What will your biggest priority be if elected?
My biggest priority would be to ensure strong communication with the community. I plan to continue being present and visible in the community and encourage citizens to communicate their concerns.
Thomas Hinckley Occupation & experience: business owner, served two years as Planning & Zoning Commission chairman, business owner in project management www.votetomhinckley.com Michael Ross Occupation & experience: real estate developer, [Municipal Utility District] board president, drainage planning, park planning, transportation planning www.electmichaelross.com
My top priority is ensuring all public works projects are properly funded and completed on time, with a strong focus on flooding and drainage issues. I regret how long some projects, like Blackhawk Boulevard, have taken, and I will work to improve efficiency and accountability in future projects.
I’ve worked with the Galveston County Consolidated Drainage District on long-term storm planning. Planning for 24-hour events is inadequate— our community has faced multiday storms like [hurricanes] Allison and Harvey. Friendswood must adopt improved stormwater management criteria to reduce future risks and enhance resilience against prolonged weather events.
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