Agriculture is a large part of the fabric that is Christian County and candidates for Judge-executive each have unique thoughts on how to help with its prosperity.
The four Republican candidates met again Friday night for the second round of debates hosted by the Christian County Republican Party. They were each asked what the county’s role is in continuing the success of farmers.
Katie Moyer says allowing exemptions is the way to go.
click to download audioJerry Gilliam says getting out of the way of agriculture will foster its success.
click to download audioDan Mason says a working relationship with law enforcement to ensure safety is important as well.
click to download audioTommy McGraw says growth is important but so is being an advocate.
click to download audioThe candidates were also asked how to increase the county’s tax base. Gilliam says his plan to address growth includes offering partnerships with private developers to build county-approved infrastructure.
click to download audioMason says issues with crime and infrastructure need to be addressed.
click to download audioMcGraw says continued development is key to increasing the tax base.
click to download audioMoyer says there will be some things she doesn’t want to do if elected.
click to download audioThe four candidates will appear on the May 17th Republican Primary Ballot. The Republican winner will face Democrat incumbent Steve Tribble in the November General Election.
