Election
BY ANGELA BONILLA
Shenandoah City Council, Position 1
Why are you running for o ce?
What will be your top priorities if you are elected?
I’m running to bring a fresh, independent voice to City Council that listens to residents and asks tough questions. Shenandoah is a great city, but we need stronger accountability, better communication and leadership focused on serving the people.
My priorities are scal responsibility, lowering the city tax rate, improving transparency and strengthening communication with residents. I will support public safety, streamline city processes and ensure decisions are made with input from the community.
Gary Henson Occupation & experience: mortgage broker
My family lives here — my wife, college-aged daughters at Lone Star and their grandparents. When I learned of a proposal to dissolve Shenandoah’s police department, I wanted to make sure I had a more direct voice in the safety of our community.
Maintain a strong Shenandoah Police Department. Support transparent scal policies that strengthen our community. Work with fellow council members to advance Shenandoah’s existing Municipal Development District structure to attract strategic technology and business partnerships that grow our city without compromising the character that de nes us.
Ernest N. Sumrall Occupation & experience: sales director, SAM GUARD, North America Advisory Board, Kyiv Hydrogen & Circular Economy Institute; Army intelligence veteran www.ernestsumrall.com
Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.
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