I have lived in the North-West side of Laramie County and been in Wyoming for about 15 years. I was born in Minnesota but moved to Colorado as a teenager where I spent most of my career.

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My career has been in technology, computing facilities, construction and management. I started at 12 when I designed and built my first computer. I received my degree in computer science and began in a computing center. My "big picture" skills were recognized, and I proposed, designed and constructed larger and larger projects. I chaired a computing steering committee at a 1500+ employee company with multiple divisions and subsidiaries. I led teams to propose, design, construct and manage million-dollar technology projects with a focus in networking, computing and data centers. During that same period, I worked with city, county and state boards to create plans, construct and manage technology projects. I retired early from my career due to personal reasons.

I bring a unique knowledge and perspective that can benefit the people and the state. I understand the challenges of issues from both sides and have strived to develop strategies where both parties can achieve their goals.

Responsible Business Development - As a community we need to understand the pros/cons of business development coming into the area and state.

Promote Public Education/Healthcare - Without well supported education, healthcare and public support we will continue to see people leave the state for areas with better resources.

Retention of Public Lands and Funding Them - Let's face it, many of us have come to Wyoming to have better access to wilderness areas within the state. We need to save these lands and fund them.

Removal or Reduction of Property Taxes - As with many aspects of tax reduction, it all sounds good initially. But when you look at who it benefits, what stresses it puts on existing public systems and what would need to be done to keep the same level of services available to the public, the tax reduction can look not as bright and shiny.

The government should be a good steward to the public interests and balance economic growth with public functions and operations.

Like other states, Wyoming can initiate programs which help its citizens with healthcare without major increases in taxes. These programs require the different government segments to work together to develop a functioning and sustaining program.

Healthcare along with education is of primary importance to the state to retain and expand its population and workforce.

No. Public lands are a promise to the people by the government to maintain this proud country. Wyoming has some of the most beautiful areas and wildlife in the country which is why many citizens have moved or stay in this state. The government should also provide and maintain adequate funding to these areas to retain the beauty and operation for future generations.

Selling or the transfer of public lands breaks this promise to the people.

This is one of my top issues. it is irresponsible of the government and people to cut property taxes without understanding the impacts to public services we enjoy.

Wyoming's property taxes are well below many states in comparison which already strains the local service systems. Cutting them even further without adequate backfill funding sources is a design to push people away and out of the state.

The government's job is to help support its citizens and local services is a large function of that support. I personally would like fire and rescue, public education, police and the many other services to stay and even be enhanced in my community.

The government is the stewards of the public and the public pays for the government. It's the government's responsibility to ensure the state stays viable by bringing in new businesses and diversifying the economy.

History has taught us that having a single large business or businesses in the same sector can mean devastation if the business or business sector wanes or collapses.

Economic development in many business sectors makes for a strong economy which helps all people and the community as a whole.

I believe with all the major issues needing to be addressed in the state, campaign reform could be addressed but its priority is low compared to them. The state is dealing with issues which could heavily impact it and its citizens. These issues should take priority before campaign donations and expenditures are addressed.

Thank you for allowing me to voice my opinions and address these questions. My desire is to represent the public and their interests as best as I can if I am elected to office.