What are the three main reasons you are running for this office? Do you see any potential conflicts of interest?

Throughout my 26 years in this community, I have gained a unique perspective by listening to the voices of the residents - children, seniors, families and business owners.  This has allowed me to be an advocate in protecting what we love most about The Woodlands.  I will continue to be the voice of the residents on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors. As a long-time leader in The Woodlands, I worked hand-in-hand with George Mitchell to bring his vision for our hometown to fruition.  I will continue to work with all sides to find common ground, and get things done.

What are the three main attributes that make you the most qualified for this position?

1) I have run a large nonprofit organization for 12 years. 

2) I helped govern a very large school district for 15 years.

3) I have worked with spiritual, corporate and civic groups for decades.

What three changes would you like to see implemented by the Township?

1) We must dedicate all necessary resources while keeping our taxes low. The balance between sales, hotel and property taxes should be continually re-examined.

2) We need traffic solutions that address the concerns of our residents and preserve our high quality of life.

3) The security of our hometown is a high priority.  We must continue a high presence of law enforcement.

List all civic, political or union organizations or individuals to whom you have contributed time or money in the last five years.

Ed Robb, Nelda Blair

Are you now or have you ever done business with any township and/or county official?

Yes, with the Township through Interfaith of The Woodlands.

Are any of your family members employed by or working under contract to either The Woodlands Township or Montgomery County?

No.

List all individuals/groups you have represented or lobbied for before any governmental entity during the past five years.

Interfaith of The Woodlands

Have you ever been arrested? Ever had any tax liens? If so, start & resolution dates?

No.

The township budget funds all reserves 100% yearly. Should any surplus be returned to the residents or retained in a rainy day fund?

Sound fiscal responsibility dictates that funds be put away for future needs.

Should the township be funding non-profit organization events such as Interfaith luncheons, senior pick-up services, Education for tomorrow luncheons, etc...with tax dollars.

One of the obligations of the Township is to provide services to its residents.

Do you consider the water taxi service an amenity in The Woodlands? If so what level of funding should be paid by taxpayer dollars?

If public water taxis remain in The Woodlands, hotel taxes should be used to pay for them.

Should the economic development reserve fund serve as a general fund, to go to multiple projects such as ice-rinks, museums, buildings, street repairs etc. or should it be a project specific only account?

I believe each and every project, program and idea should be judged on its own merits. So, I will make an independent unbiased decision on each one as presented. 

What is the standard the "Township" should set on general obligation debt?

Government debt should be kept at a low level, and balanced with a low tax rate.

Is the current amount of "county" debt a good or bad thing and why?

Government debt should be kept at a low level, and balanced with a low tax rate.

Woodlands founder George Mitchell was arguably the godfather of "sustainable" communities and funded international meetings here to that end. What does that mean to you?

As a long-time leader in The Woodlands, I worked hand-in-hand with George Mitchell to bring his vision for our hometown to fruition.  I will continue to be the voice of the residents on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors, and will continue to work with all sides to find common ground, and get things done.

What are the 2 most pressing mobility issues in The Woodlands and what is your preferred solution to each?

Growth and traffic. There is too much traffic!  We need solutions that address the concerns of our residents and preserve our high quality of life, while keeping our taxes low. 

Did you take a public position on the May 9, 2015 Road Bond, and if so, what was it? And in a few sentences, explain why.

No.

Explain what a RUD is and it's use, if any, to the community of The Woodlands. Also address any negatives.

Road Utility District is an entity under Section 52, Article III, Texas Constitution, to construct, acquire, improve, and provide financing for a road facility. 

Should Township directors serve at large or represent specific villages (districts)?

At Large, representing all the people.

Are you active with any Tea Party or conservative grassroots organization? If so, list which, how long and what capacity? If not, what's your opinion of Tea Party groups here as to their effectiveness?

Montgomery County Republican Women, The Woodlands Republican Women.

Do you think The Woodlands should become a city or remain unincorporated? Why?

I am a strong believer that the residents of The Woodlands should decide their own future regarding incorporation.  I am committed to ensuring that all avenues for the future of The Woodlands are thoroughly investigated by The Township Board. I believe it is the responsibility of the Board to educate the community.  I trust the people to make a decision when all the facts are known.

In this role, you'll be representing both the community & businesses. In the event of a conflict with the Woodlands Development corporation how would handling this situation?

I will continue to be the voice of the residents on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors, and will continue to work with all sides to find common ground, and get things done.