I have serious concerns about the City council’s vote to decrease the mill levy tax, against the judgement of the previous city manager and other Shawnee staff. We must protect against a revenue shortfall down the road.

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I am the proud father of a Police Officer. Shawnee is a safe community because of our past investment in our Police, Fire and Public Works operations. I want to continue these traditions. 

Some concerns I have heard from residents while going door to door include curbs and sidewalks in older neighborhoods and storm debris disposal.

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I am in favor of voting YES on the Parks, Pipes and Pavement tax questions on the November 7 ballot. This means the Parks and Pipes tax can’t be used for maintenance. It can only be used on park renovations and new parks. My opponent is in favor of using this tax for maintenance. We hire professional, well-trained city staff to run our day to day services. I believe the city council should listen and give respect to the advice they’re given, especially in respect to taxes and budget. My opponent has regularly voted NO on the City budget.

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My opponent voted against a public hearing to allow a discussion on renovating a shopping center at Monticello and Shawnee Mission Parkway. He believed it to be a waste of time since they planned to vote no anyway. This gives me serious concern about the direction of Shawnee under his leadership. I believe in using economic development to assist new businesses coming into Shawnee. We’ve seen what this support has done to bring renewed interest in downtown Shawnee. We also benefit by the revenue these businesses bring to the city (Aztec Theater, Mclain’s market etc.) I believe the citizens of Shawnee should have a say in these decisions. I believe this shows the difference in our leadership style.

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I will be out in the community listening to residents.

I will return emails and phone calls.

I care what you think.