CANDIDATE Q&A
Get to know the candidates running in the election
Incumbent
COMPILED BY JESSICA SHORTEN
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.
Oak Ridge North, City Council Position 4
What kind of development should the city focus on?
People already cut through our residen- tial areas to bypass the existing trac on Robinson Road. Keeping our residential streets from turning into racetracks once Robinson Road construction gets started will be a signicant challenge. I would also like for the city to nd a way to fund the addition of sidewalks. What are some of the chal- lenges in the next 2-3 years?
Why are you running for this position? I love this city and the small-town presence it provides for our families. From Teddy Bear Park at the entrance to the city, to [the police department] handing out candy while keep- ing every single child safe at Halloween … this really is a wonderful place to call home.
HEATHER SMOOT
Occupation: sales leader in the insurance industry
Expanding our city’s economy and increasing commercial sales tax revenues is a key to our ability to maintain our existing infrastructure and add new amenities to our city. City Coun- cil should be targeting the types of capital improvements that can help us grow our economic footprint, and that have a ...
Experience: Not provided hsmootorn@gmail.com
Occupation: business owner, I Promote You Experience: DAWN CANDY 15 years as a business owner in Montgomery County 713-992-1995 www.ipromoteyou.biz
I am running because we still have a lot to be done in the city, and I would like to see the current projects through to fruition. My approach as a business owner enables me to ask the right questions and make recommen- dations from a unique perspective.
We continue to focus on infrastructure regarding water and drainage, road main- tenance and of course the growth of our economy as the Plaza District becomes a reality. Focusing on attracting the right types of business to our city with special attention to those generating sales tax.
As Robinson Road construction begins, it will no doubt be an inconvenience for many resi- dent and frequent travelers through the city, but the end result will be worth it. I believe staying diligent about the cost of construc- tion is vital since the plans were made when materials were less expensive.
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