Bastrop - Cedar Creek Edition | March 2024

Election

BY JANE TURCHI

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Bastrop City Council Place 4 election

What will be the top priorities of your term if elected? I’ll prioritize revamping the building code for usability. Generating funding for road, drainage and infrastructure projects to lessen nancial burden on residents. Adding a recreation center, multipurpose elds, and upgrading the Rodeo Arena. Promoting local workforce development and business growth to boost wages and sales tax revenue.

What makes you qualied for this position?

I bring 10 years of city government experience, serving on council and key boards. Formed a focus group for city permitting improvement. Reallocated funds for street maintenance and historic bridge repair. With over $1B in construction projects, I understand infrastructure planning and funding. Committed to responsive and resident- friendly city government.

Kerry Fossler Occupation: Real estate agent Relevant experience: Licensed Realtor; Boards: Chamber, Visit Bastrop, Parks, Bird City; Industries: lm, hospitality, wellness, oil/gas www.KerryForBastrop.com Jimmy Crouch* Occupation: Sr. project manager Relevant experience: Current City Council member; past board member for: Parks Board, Construction Standards Board www.voteforjimmy.net

As a recognized leader in an industry that relies on ethics and integrity, I’ve spent my career reviewing detailed contracts, handling condential information, abiding by laws, advising in stressful times, nding creative solutions, negotiating, and listening with compassion and respect. I’ve also served in leadership roles on many community boards.

An urgent priority is securing additional City Recreation Center space for immediate use while planning for long-term expansion. I see great need for increasing community input in public decisions and monitoring road improvements. Council’s priorities should always be infrastructure, public safety and leveraging tax dollars for the entire community’s benet.

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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