What are the top two priorities for your precinct, and how would you advocate for them at the commissioners court level?
The top priorities for Precinct 4 are infrastructure maintenance and coastal protection. Reliable roads, drainage, and access are essential for residents, emergency services, and the local economy. I will advocate preventative maintenance and fiscally responsible planning to reduce costly emergency repairs.

Equally important is protecting our coastline, bays, and rural land. Precinct 4’s economy and way of life depend on responsible stewardship, respect for private property rights, and coordination with state and federal partners on flood mitigation and shoreline resilience. At Commissioners Court, I will support commonsense solutions that protect taxpayers while preserving the coastal character of our community.

Commissioners vote on the county budget. What principles guide your decisions when allocating taxpayer dollars?
Fiscal responsibility and accountability guide my budget decisions. Taxpayer dollars should be spent conservatively, with a focus on core county functions such as public safety, infrastructure, and essential services. I believe in prioritizing needs over wants, limiting government expansion, and ensuring long-term value for every dollar spent. Preventative maintenance is more cost-effective than emergency spending, and transparency is essential, so residents know how their money is being used.

How should the county balance growth, infrastructure needs, and rural or coastal preservation?
Growth should be deliberate and infrastructure-driven, not unchecked. In coastal Precinct 4, development must respect drainage capacity, road safety, and environmental conditions unique to our area. The county should require infrastructure to keep pace with growth while protecting farmland, bays, and coastal resources. Preserving our rural and coastal heritage is compatible with economic growth when decisions are guided by local input, property rights, and long-term planning rather than short-term pressures.

How would you ensure residents of your precinct feel heard and represented?
Residents of Precinct 4 deserve a commissioner who is accessible and accountable. I will maintain open communication through community meetings, direct contact, and timely responses to concerns. More importantly, I will bring those concerns to Commissioners Court prepared and informed. Representation means listening, advocating, and following through. I will report back on decisions and progress, so residents know their voices matter and their commissioner is working on their behalf.

What distinguishes you from the other candidates in this race?
I offer practical private-sector experience, conservative fiscal values, and a strong understanding of coastal issues. I have managed budgets, operations, and people, and I approach government with the same discipline. My focus is on protecting taxpayers, preserving our coastal way of life, and delivering results—not politics.