I was born and raised in Churchill County and attended Churchill County school district through 12th grade. I have been involved in agriculture and farming for the last 23 years. I am a fourth-generation farmer in Churchill County. I also own a business in Oregon. I am a father of four and plan on staying in Fallon.
1. Why should water be a priority for the Lahontan Valley?
Water is our most valuable resource here in Churchill County. We need to make sure we protect that. Farmers also support the aquifer in Churchill County when they irrigate, which also supply water for the wells in Churchill County.
It will be the responsibility of elected officials to make sure we protect this valuable resource.
2. During the past five years, great steps have been taken to improve the quality of life in Churchill County What do you envision for the next 5 years? 10 years?
We need to manage growth in a responsible way to protect the people of Churchill County and to protect our agriculture. We need to make sure that we listen to the people and protect their way of life here while protecting our other resources.
3. What should be the relationship between the county and the Bureau of Land Management?
We need to have communication with the BLM to ensure that we protect our public lands while also ensuring that NAS Fallon has what land they need to protect our country without taking away from the people who hunt, fish and use it for recreational purposes.
4. What issues facing Churchill County would you prioritize in the area of public health and safety?
Growth is the biggest factor. We need to protect our way of life by not growing too fast or irresponsible. We need to make sure we have the resources to aid in that growth without overwhelming our public services, police, fire and other resources.
5. How should the county handle its relationship with the Navy due to the range expansion and modernization?
Keep in close contact with them to protect our resources and negotiate with them to make sure they have what they need to protect our country while not taking away from the people. We need to find a middle ground.
6. Should the county approach growth as planned growth or full speed ahead?
Planned growth is the best so we can control what happens to our water and sewer systems
Our elected officials have that responsibility to make sure they listen to the people living in the areas of growth. We definitely need to have more housing here but not to the detriment of people in those areas. We need to make sure it benefits all residents of the county.
7. How important (or not) is it for the county and WNC to work together?
Our college is very important to our community. It provides classes that are close for our students, jobs for our teachers and a cheaper way of getting a degree that having to drive to reno.
8. What should the city-county relationship look like in governing?
We all need to work together to better our community. Communication is key to supporting all residents of the county.
9. What do you see the future of the city and county working with the Churchill Entrepreneurial Development Association?
We need to be working together for the needs of the community. CEDA has done a great job promoting Churchill County. It has helped bring new businesses to Fallon and can help with growth. Communication is the best way to protect our community.
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