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2 The Brunswick News / Monday, May 2, 2016
Election section
works to keep
voters informed
By Tim O’Briant
General Manager & Executive Editor
James Darren Jones is my name America is my nation
Glynn County is my dwelling place Christ is my salvation
I ask you to continue to give me the opportunity
to serve as your Clerk of Superior Court.
As your clerk of court I will...
✓ Continue to employ an honest, friendly and helpful staf
✓ Continue to update the technology in the clerk’s oice
✓ Stay informed of best practices by attending continuing
education programs
✓ Continue to preserve the records of the county in a
safe secure environment
✓ Continue to work with the judges to improve the method
of jury selection
✓ Search for better and improved ways to serve the people
of Glynn County
✓ Continue to work with county inance department
and county auditors to ensure compliance
✓ Stay current with staf certiication so our citizens are
served in Glynn County.
I have ive years experience serving the people of Glynn County
in the Clerk’s Oice and I am asking for you to look for my name
James Darren Jones on the Republican Ballot and cast your vote
for me. I thank you for your support. Vote May 24
Early Voting Begins May 2
Paid for by the committee to elect James Darren Jones
Preparing the electorate to vote is a key element of democracy and a primary mission
for newspapers.
At The Brunswick News, we take that
important mission very seriously and work
in our daily coverage to explore the issues
and the candidates regularly. Today, we’ve
assembled a great deal of information about
the local and regional hopefuls you’ll see
when you step into the voting booth and participate in this month’s primary elections.
In this voters guide, we’e assembled information from most of the local candidates. It
is primarily in their own words, which were
gathered through surveys sent to them by
the newspaper several weeks ago. Most candidates participated in the process and we
thank them for doing so. In some cases, campaigns did not respond to the survey request
and only limited information was available.
In all cases, The Brunswick News has made
an effort to gather biographical information
to present to our readers.
Know that you can count on the news staff
at The Brunswick News to continue to follow
the candidates closely as early voting begins
this week, through election day and the tallying of the results on May 24. Beyond that
initial election, the newspaper will be there
for you with all the information you need to
be prepared for November’s general election
and any run-offs that may result from the selection process this month.
Contents
Solicitor of State Court of Glynn County - Page 4
Chief Magistrate - Page 4
County Commissioner, District 1 - Page 5
County Commissioner, District 2 - Page 5 - 6
Brunswick / Glynn County Sewer Commission - Page 7
Public Service Commission, District 2 - Page 6-7
County Commissioner, District 5 - Page 8
Judge of Superior Court - Page 8
Superior Court Clerk - Page 9
County Commissioner, District At-Large Post 2 - Page 10
Tax Commissioner - Page 11
Board of Education, District 1 - Page 12
Surveyor - Page 13
Glynn County Coroner - Page 14 -16
Probate Judge - Page 16
State Representative District 167 - Page 16
State Representative District 180 -Page 17
U.S. Senate - Page 17 - 18
Glynn County Voters Guide 2016
PRESIDENT & EDITOR
Buff Leavy IV
MANAGING EDITOR
Michael Hall
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Jennifer Leavy
ADVERTISING DIRECTOR
Amy Lee
GENERAL MANAGER AND EXECUTIVE EDITOR
Tim O’Briant
SPECIAL SECTION LAYOUT/DESIGN
Lindy Ritz
Solicitor of State Court of Glynn County
Maria Lugue
Where Are You
From: Brunswick,
Georgia
Tell Us About
Your Family: A
fourth generation
Glynn County resident. Attended school
in Glynn County
through two years of college. Grandfather
was Granville Nix, a water well driller and
Hercules employee, mother Margaret Nix
Lugue, RN., father, Robert Lugue, Chemical Operator, Married to Marc B.
What Is Your Current Profession:
Solicitor
Party Or Non-partisan: Non-partisan
Political Experience: Six years as an
Assistant Solicitor
One year as interim Solicitor for City of
Kingsland
Eight years as the elected Solicitor
Why Are You Running For Ofice: I
am seeking re-election as the Solicitor of
Glynn County because the citizens believed
in my abilities two terms ago, and I have
the fervent goal to further improve the
eficiency of the Solicitor’s ofice. People
do not hear much about the ofice because
it has been non-controversial until election
time. It is important to me as a dedicated
employee and elected oficial to prove to
the people of Glynn County that this ofice
is running well and will continue to run
well and improve even more during the next
four years. I would like to continue serving
Glynn County.
The Solicitor’s ofice, a part of the State
Court system prosecutes the misdemeanor
cases. We have no administrative responsibilities outside of the Solicitor’s ofice.
The judge makes all of the decisions in
reference to the courtroom, the clerk’s
ofice prepares the court calendar and is the
keeper of the records.
The Solicitor is responsible for prosecuting the cases that should be prosecuted.
Sometimes cases are disposed of by a guilty
plea from the defendant, a negotiated plea,
bench trial or jury trial. In some instances a
irst time offender is eligible for a pre-trial
diversion in which a defendant completes
certain requirements and maintains a clean
record. There was never a pre-trial diversion
program in Glynn County until my ofice
implemented one in 2010. It is important to
me as the elected Solicitor and as a citizen
of the community to continue to make the
Solicitor’s ofice one of the most eficient,
well run ofices in the state.
“Preserving
the island
for our
future.”
Carla W. Cate
COUNTY COMMISSIONER
DISTRICT 2
PAID FOR BY CARLA CATE FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Mario Pacella
Age: 43
Where Are You
From: Buffalo, New
York
Tell Us About
Your Family: Wife
Gwen Pacella; Clare
10; Wesley 8. Gwen
and I have been married for 16 years. Clare and Wesley attend
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School.
What Is Your Current Profession :
Attorney
Party Or Non-partisan : Non-partisan
Campaign Website: http://www.pacellaforsolicitor.com/
facebook.com/pacellaforsolicitor
Political Experience : None
am running for Solicitor because my philosophy of “Ready for Trial” will streamline the caseload and make the ofice more
eficient. Misdemeanors are considered minor crimes (although the impact on victims
and the community are not minor).
To streamline cases, I will encourage defense lawyers to propose pre-trial diversion
plans for irst offenders prior to accusation
in an effort to remove those cases from the
docket early.
I will not hide behind the rules allowing
a prosecutor to withhold discovery until 10
days before trial and instead provide discovery, following a request and motion, as soon
as practicable and no later than one week
after the iling of formal charges called an
“Accusation.”
A prosecutor must be sensitive to the
time commitment of law enforcement and
victims when it comes to court hearings.
Having represented victims, I know how
distressing court can be. That distress is
multiplied when cases are routinely continued because the parties are not prepared or
“Ready for Trial.” My commitment is to put
the work in ahead of time and strive for the
goal of resolution at a irst court appearance.
Having practiced criminal defense, I
realize police oficers often are in court
after having to be at work for an extended
overnight shift. I am committed to moving
those cases irst so that our oficers can
remain well-rested for their shifts and still
have time to spend with their families.
“Ready for Trial” not only means trying
the cases that need to be tried. It means
doing the things necessary to have an early
resolution to a case. As I get ready for trial,
I understand the strengths and weaknesses
of my case help me to frame a reasonable
pretrial resolution.
Chief Magistrate
Alex Atwood
Age: 66
Where Are You
From: As the
proud son of a career Navy Chief, I
was born in Mississippi and attended high school and
college in Georgia.
Have resided in Glynn County for a total
of 26 years.
Tell Us About Your Family: Father of
Jason, Melonie and Cameron Atwood and
have been married for 28 happy years to
Cynthia Atwood. Son of James and Louise
Atwood who reside on Oak Grove Island.
What Is Your Current Profession: Attorney
Party Or Non-partisan: Republican
Political Experience: Elected for three
terms to Georgia House of Representatives
representing the citizens of Glynn County.
Why Are You Running For Ofice: As a
practicing attorney, I have been committed
to public service and keenly appreciate how
vitally important our Magistrate Court is to
the citizens of Glynn County. I am seeking
this judgeship to continue the good work of
this court by administering justice for all
the citizens of Glynn County in an ethical,
professional, respectful, reasoned, fair and
balanced manner. In addition to appearing
as an attorney before state, federal and appellate courts of Georgia, I have also served
as Chief of Legal Training for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and
as Glynn County Deputy Magistrate Judge
prior to being elected to the Georgia House
of Representatives, where I was a member
of the Judiciary (non-civil) Committee, as
well as Vice-Chair of the Juvenile Justice
Committee and Secretary of the Public
Safety and Homeland Security Committee.
I have also served as a member of the United States Attorney’s Committee for Project
Safe Neighborhood, adjunct instructor at
the International Law Enforcement Academy in Budapest, Hungary, member of the
Legal Advisors Section to the International
Association of Chiefs of Police, legal consultant to the Georgia Sheriff’s Association,
former past President of the Glynn County
Bar Association, and Fellow of the Lawyers
Foundation of Georgia. If I am fortunate
enough to be elected to the post of Chief
Magistrate, it is my sincere promise that I
will be committed to positive and fair judicial standards and attributes so necessary
for all citizens of a free society.
County Commissioner
District 1
Michael
Browning
Age: 65
Where Are You
From: Brunswick
Tell Us About
Your Family: Married 43 years. We
have one married
son.
What Is Your Current Profession: Retired from industrial construction.
Political Experience: Incumbent Glynn
County Board of Commissioners District
1.
want to continue in my efforts to ensure
Glynn County government is responsive to
the needs of the community we serve. We
have a diverse community which sees two
to three million visitors travel here annu-
ally and providing public safety, public
works and parks and recreation at a level
to satisfy the needs of everyone is one of
my ongoing concerns. Glynn County has
not seen the big bounce for our economy
everyone has been looking for and that is
a problem. So we must do all we can to
create and bring jobs to Glynn County. I
supported our investment to do just that
with the new work at our airport and the
Canal Crossing development. Specific to
District 1 I want to thank my fellow Commissioners in supporting my requests for
sidewalks, improvements to parks, road
resurfacing and restriping, drainage projects and enhanced roadside trash pick up
and mowing. Substantial change has come
to District 1, and I look forward to representing the good people of District 1
for another four years and continuing to
work with my fellow Commissioners to
make improvements, in a fiscally responsible manner, both for District 1 and all of
Glynn County.
County Commissioner,
District 2
Dale
Provenzano
Age: 59
Where Are You
From: St.Simons
Tell Us About
Your Family: Married to Ellen for 35
years(School teacher); Son-Danny Engineering Manager
for UPS; Daughter- Jennifer, Marketing
Specialist for Summit, Coke account
Hospitality Consultant
Political Experience: I have had the
pleasure of representing the Islands and
Glynn County for three years and have
served as vice chairman and chairman
of the board. I have also chaired the finance committee for two terms and was
the vice chairman and chairman of the
JWSC.
Why Are You Running For Office: It
has been an honor to represent my community on the Board of Commissioners.
Four years ago, the Island was saturated with foreclosures, people were out of
work, and the residents of Glynn County wanted a new Commission to operate the Joint Water Sewer Commission.
We had just voted down a SPLOST and
TSPLOST leaving a $19 million/year
hole in our revenue. I wanted to help get
Glynn County going again!
Starting in January of 2013, our Commission worked with the EDA and Airport Commissions to bring about the
expansion of Gulfstream and to keep
Stambaugh Aviation from relocating. We
worked to bring a 400,000 square foot
retail center that will create 800 jobs.
Our JWSC board started fixing problems
instead of worrying about office space.
I asked for an audit of our water and
sewer systems, so our board understood
how bad our infrastructure was, and put
a replacement plan in place. With success came growth, and we had to have a
better plan for St. Simons. The Commission passed several building ordinances
to reduce density, promote greenspace,
and began to manage the growth that was
coming.
I want to continue my efforts to work
with homeowners and developers to protect the Islands, retain and replenish our
canopy, and put a comprehensive traffic
plan in place that keeps the ambiance of
the Islands, but ensures our public safety
vehicles can get where they need to go!
I want to help get SPLOST passed so
we can replace the infrastructure that
has been neglected for 10 years. Our
roads, water and sewer, storm water
drainage, tree canopy, bike paths, and
parks, must be refurbished and maintained.
I want to use my three years of dedicated experience to resolve our problems and continue to bring this community together. It is my HOME!
County Commissioner, District 2 continued
Carla Cate
Age: 44
Where Are You
From: Originally
from Dalton, Georgia but have lived
on St. Simons Island
for 21 years.
Tell Us About
Your Family: I have three children, a son,
15, a daughter, 12, and another daughter, 7.
What Is Your Current Profession: Educator
Political Experience: First time running
for public ofice.
James Peter
Murphy M.D.
Age : 65
Where Are You
From : Born in
Washington
D.C,
lived on SSI for three
years
Tell Us About
Your Family : Married to Deborah Murphy for 41 years; four
daughters and nine grandchildren
Why Are You Running For Ofice: Being an elected oficial has become a complex environment where many services are
involved and priorities/concerns are juggled
in many areas. Citizens depend on County
Commissioners to provide for the health,
safety, and welfare of the area in which they
live. Running for public ofice is an opportunity, and duty, to provide a refreshing and
diverse voice for the citizens of OUR community. Preserving the natural beauty in our
community is a priority along with other issues that are presently at hand. While there
are many decisions to be made by a County Commissioner, it would be an honor to
serve as the trustworthy and proactive voice
for the people of District Two.
Cardiothoracic surgeon retired for four
years
Party Or Non-partisan : Republican
Political Experience : Have never run
for political ofice, but served as Chief of
Surgery at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St Louis for 12 years. This gave me a
great deal of political-like experience!
Why Are You Running For Ofice :
I have become quite concerned, as have
many other SSI residents both new and
old, about the rapid pace of high volume,
high density building on the Island. The
infrastructure is being stressed including
Serving the families in Glynn County
with compassion and integrity.
Elect
Elect
Jeff
Guest
CORONER
VOTE MAY 24!
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County Commissioner continued from page 5
overburdened — roads, water, and sewer capacity. Currently there appears to be
no long range planning in place to rationally control these issues. Residents have
become frustrated with the trafic congestion resulting from this rapid growth, and
are seeking someone to be their advocate.
I believe that I can ill that role and offer
fresh perspectives and a new vision which
will include implementing procedures and
controls based upon the “best practices” of
other resort based communities which have
previously confronted these issues.
Other areas have utilized “impact fees”
on new developments that place new demands and stress on existing infrastructure
and have also created “overlay districts” to
maintain the integrity of existing communities and limit the density and nature of
newer construction.
This should not be interpreted that I am
“anti-development” or “anti-growth” — I
am not! Both are vital to keep communities healthy and responsive to the future
needs of the residents. I do believe that the
high density construction that has recently
occurred on the Island is inconsistent with
what is best for us in the longer term.
I sense the frustration of the residents
of the island that I have been privileged to
meet and speak with about these concerns.
It is my belief that this sense of helplessness has given rise to the Incorporation
movement. I feel that if I can be successful
and can represent the Islands effectively
that quite possibly there would no longer
be a belief that Incorporation was the path
needed for the longterm health of the Is-
John Dow Jr.
al Springs, Fla., last 3 as city manager during
which time I earned a master’s degree and
doctorate in public administration; served as
Glynn County Islands Planning commission
member and chairman (8 years total)
Why Are You Running For Ofice: I have
lived on St. Simons Island for 37 years. Over
the past several years I have become disillusioned with our local governmental process.
The issues are not confusing — they are very
clear. The solutions require as much common sense as technical knowledge, but also
require a steady force pushing the issues to
Age: 69
Where Are You From: Ft. Lauderdale,
Fla.
Tell Us About Your Family: Oldest of
seven brothers; three children and ten grandchildren
What Is Your Current Profession: Retired
Political Experience: Served 8 years Cor-
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Civic Involvement:
Harbor Pilot Commission
1st Lt. Civil Air Patrol
County Emergency Planning
Liberty Ship Memorial
Education:
M.S. - Finance & Operations
Rensselaer Polytechnic Inst
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S.U.N.Y. - Stony Brook
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conclusion. I believe we have lost our intensity in favor of being politically correct.
Many of our problems shouldn’t take as
long to get resolved. Another year has come
and gone and beach season is upon us, yet we
still don’t have a parking solution that beneits
those who live along the beach nor one that
helps our visitor experience. After six public
meetings, the oficial proposal was rejected
primarily due to cost. I engaged contractors,
civil engineers, DNR and environmentalists
to critique my proposal that would have resulted in a solution to the drainage issues and
ineficient parking at nearly 1/3 the cost of
the original, elaborate proposal.
SSI has a trafic problem that is not going
away, even if future development is com-
pletely eliminated. The solution is going to
require the community accepting the reality
of more lanes. Doing this requires removing
trees, causing a loss in our tree canopy. I do
not support this! I would endeavor to ind alternatives, thinking outside the box, such as
what was done at Frederica Township, where
they physically moved 100 year old oaks.
The overall development on the island
needs to be brought to a point where we balance the quality of life desired, taking into
account property owner rights. These goals
are not mutually exclusive.
These examples are not all inclusive. Being
realistic and aggressive in solving our problems is the basic tenant of what I would do as
the District 2 Glynn County commissioner.
Public Service
Commission, District 2
Kellie Pollard
Austin
Age: 39
Where Are You
From: Born in Hall
County, lived in Decatur County, Fulton
County, Fayette County, Habersham County. I grew up, and all my kids born in Toccoa-Stephens Co and have lived in Gwinnett
for almost a decade.
Tell Us About Your Family: I’m an 8th
generation Georgian with ancestors from 40
counties and 20 surnames across the State. I
lived all over Georgia as my dad, a CPA and
college professor, pursued opportunities. I
was married to a US Marine for a decade
and gave birth to ive children in as many
years; I’ve been a single mom raising my
kids for the past ten years. My kids are 12,
13, 14, 16, and 17 and my eldest graduates a
few days after the May 24th election and is
excited to be able to vote for me on the November ballot. Although my parents moved
to Tennessee several years ago (my dad
teaches for Tusculum University), we are
very close and talk daily. Their afirmation
and the encouragement of my kids had a
huge impact on my decision to run for PSC.
What Is Your Current Profession: I
have a small company, Skyline Strategy,
and work with businesses to become more
effective at reaching their goals. My niche
has become Community Improvement Districts (CIDs), which allow private business-
Tim Echols
Where Are You
From : Athens, GA
Tell Us About
Your Family : Married 33 years, father
of 7
What Is Your
es to have an active role in local economic
development.
Party Or Non-partisan: Republican,
since I voted for Ronald Reagan in 3rd grade
Campaign Website: http://www.VoteKellie.com
Political Experience: My dad’s love for
America, our history and political process
was the foundation of my childhood. As
a family, we began volunteering on local
campaigns throughout my teen years. Twenty years ago this month I was elected as the
youngest delegate in the nation by Georgia
to the 1996 Republican National Convention. I was Chair of Stephens Co GOP and
have worked to elect ethical conservatives
to ofice.
Why Are You Running For Ofice: I am
proud to be the ONLY iscal conservative
running for Public Service Commission.
I believe in Limited Government. Lower
Taxes. More Personal Freedom. My opponent voted for every rate increase and every subsidy during his term. He has broken
every campaign promise he made. I cannot
continue to support someone who does not
keep his word and is not true to these conservative values.
I will make the PSC Transparent and
Accountable. I will make every vote of the
PSC recorded, every meeting live-streamed
and every rate increase publicized...none of
which is happening now.
Georgia’s energy industry is vital to our
economy and to every family budget. I will
be an advocate for every Georgian, and
work to encourage and promote more secure and more competitive energy options
Current Profession : Public Service
Commissioner, GA
Campaign
Website:
http://www.
timechols.com
Political Experience : Currently serving
on the Georgia Public Service Commission. Created TeenPact which has trained
over 45,000 students.
Public Service Commission, District 2 continued from page 6
Keeping rates low is my top priority. That
is why I voted for the merger of Southern
Company and AGL, which freezes rates
for three years at the power company.
I support a robust economic environment
and want to help bring telecommunication
technology across rural Georgia.
Our PSC has worked to replace all the
old cast iron and bare steel pipe across the
state so we don’t have infrastructure issues
like cities like Flint, Michigan when it
comes to our natural gas.
When I arrived at the PSC we had virtu-
Michelle
Miller
Age : 40
Where Are You
From : Warner Robins
Tell Us About
Your Family : I was
a former military wife
of 16 years. I am a
mother of two beautiful children, Ian, 11
and Ilan, 7.
Business Owner
Campaign Website:
http://www.michellemiller4psc.com/
Political Experience : I am a member of
ally no solar. Today we are 4th in the US,
and with no subsidy. This is great news for
our state.
I have tried to lead by example by getting
an electric car, installing solar thermal on
my house and practicing energy eficiency.
I have pushed back against the EPA and
their federal overreach.
Finally, I have tried to be ultra-accessible as a statewide oficial utilizing social
media and responding to every email.
I love serving Georgians and helping
move Georgia forward.
Houston County GOP and treasurer of the
Middle Georgia Republican Party.
Why Are You Running For Ofice : It
is time that we have a advocate for Georgia’s shareholders on the Public Service
Commission who has education and experience. We have urgent energy, natural gas,
and telecommunications issues in Georgia.
We need someone who is innovated and
can create a marketplace for solutions to
ix those issues. We need a Public Service
Commissioner who will ight to keep your
bills low, that create programs that can increase job growth, economic development
and generate more tax revenues. I promise
that I will use every drop of my education
and experience to ight for Georgia shareholders!
Brunswick/Glynn Water
Sewer Commission
Otis Putnam
Thomas Tubbs
Age: 41
Where Are You From: Brunswick, GA
Tell Us About Your Family: My wife, Julie and I have been married 21 years. I have
two sons Noah and Flint.
What Is Your Current Profession: Retail
Campaign Website: www.facebook.com/
otisputnam
Political Experience: 2nd Vice Chair
Glynn County Republican Party
Why Are You Running For Ofice: I am
running for joint water and sewer commissioner post 1 to serve the public. I am running
for the joint water and sewer commission is
to improve the infrastructure on St. Simons
Island, Brunswick, and all of Glynn County.
Our infrastructure has to be in good working
order to attract new businesses and people to
our area. I want to keep rates low. Many people in our county are on ixed incomes and
live paycheck to paycheck and an increase in
the rates would put a bigger burden on our fellow citizens. I want to provide the public with
superior service for water and sewer. I look
forward to serving with the commissioners on
the joint water and sewer commission to move
Glynn County into the future. Thank you for
your vote.
Age : 74
Where Are You From : El Paso, Texas
Tell Us About Your Family : My father
was a career Army oficer so we traveled extensively in my early years. We lived in Japan,
Panama and all over the United States. My
mother was born and raised in Hawaii so we
spent many years there. I have four successful grown children and three grandchildren. I
came to Brunswick in 2006 living on my sailboat and decided in 2008 to make this city my
permanent home.
What Is Your Current Profession : Retired CPA and federal employee
Party Or Non-partisan : Non-Partisan
Political Experience : I have held several ofices in service organizations but none
with a general election mandate. I am active
in the Brunswick Police Department Citizen
Observer Program, the Glynn County Juvenile Court Citizen Panel Review program, the
South Coastal Georgia Humane Society, the
Golden Isles Audubon Club and the Friends
of Sapelo Island organization.
Why Are You Running For Ofice : I
believe iscal oversight is paramount in any
public organization and I have over 30 years
experience of iscal oversight and inancial
auditing.
Richard
TAYLOR
Superior Court
Judge
Brunswick Judicial Circuit
Over 30 Years of Proven Experience!
“My extensive experience in the courtroom is clearly what
makes me the best candidate in this election. My 30 years of
service as an assistant district attorney, solicitor and private
attorney uniquely qualify me to lead the reform and improvements in the Brunswick Judicial Circuit.
“I assure you that my performance as judge will be open, hon-
est, impartial and eficient. But most importantly, I have the energy, the passion and the commitment to satisfy that pledge.”
Experienced. Proven. Prepared to Serve.
• Elected to serve ive consecutive four-year terms as Glynn
County Solicitor
• Solicitor for Municipal Court of Brunswick for seven years
• Former Assistant District Attorney - Brunswick Judicial Circuit
• Over 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney
• Involved in hundreds of bench and jury trials, both criminal
and civil cases
• Licensed to practice in all Georgia Courts plus U.S. Middle
and Southern District Courts of Georgia; U.S. Court of Appeals – 11th Circuit
• Juris Doctorate, Lumpkin School of Law, University of Georgia
• Former Elder, First Presbyterian Church of Brunswick
• Resident of Glynn County and married with four children
1614 Ellis St. • Brunswick, GA 31520 • 912.264.2347
For more info, visit www.taylorforjudge16.com
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County Commissioner,
District 5
Allen Booker
Age : 53
Where are you
from? : Brunswick,
Georgia
Tell us about your
family : Married
to Vanessa Clinch
Booker for 27 years,
one married son Dominique (Tracolya),
twograndchildren, Dominique Jr., 2, and
Robbie Tucker
Age: 42 yrs old
Tell us about your family: My mom is
a widow and disabled to work. She raises
her grandson, my nephew and still lives in
the home where I was raised. My father
is gone to be with the Lord. My daughter
is in her second year of college in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
What is your current profession? : I
am a small business owner which I took
over in 2009 after my fathers death; its
been in the same location since 1983.
Party: Democratic
Political experience: I don’t have polit-
Tracy, 4 months, six Godchildren.
What is your current profession? Residential Advisor (Brunswick Job Corps)
Party :Democrat
Social Media : Facebook page: Committee to elect Allen Booker
Political experience : Serving 1st term
Why are you running for ofice? : I am
running to create more economic development in the low-income neighborhoods in
my districts, as well as, to give back to my
community because of all the kindness that
God has allowed many people to show me
and my family.
ictal experience, but I have business experience.
Why are you running for office?: I
am running to make a difference. I have
a vision to do a lot of great things from
getting the morale up in this district, get
ting more businesses, which means more
money. With that comes more opportunity
to do well, and to be accountable and honest to the people most importantly. I can’t
change what’s happened in the past but I
can assure transparency will be upheld at
all times and if the people have a question,
I will get it answered — they have a problem, I will fix it accordingly. I will stand
with and for the people.
VOTE Cathy Browning
for Superior Court Clerk
Qualifications
I am a candidate for Clerk of Superior Court because it has always been a
professional goal, but I also believe the Clerk’s Office needs my knowledge,
training and experience as well as the passion I have for the work I’ve been
doing for Glynn County the last 34 years. I have a record with Glynn County
of protecting and maintaining the integrity of public funds and public records.
• 24 Years as Administrative Assistant to the Sheriff
• Project, prepare and monitor an $11 Million Operating budget,
$2 Million Revenue Budget and $2 Million in Receipts/Disbursements
• Oversee eight bank accounts that are balanced every month
• Never failed an audit and Never lost any money
• Advanced records management training
• Supervision of clerical staff
I am the best candidate for this Office. I have the training and experience.
I would be honored to serve as your Clerk of Superior Court
Cathy Browning
Paid for by Cathy Browning for Clerk of Superior Court
Judge of Superior Court
Bert Guy
Age: 39
Where Are You
From: St. Marys
Tell Us About Your
Family: I am married
to Jillian Guy and we
have been married for
13 years. Jillian is a
former school teacher and now stays home
with our kids. We have three children, Michaela 8, Mattox 5, and McKenna 2.
What Is Your Current Profession: Attorney
Party Or Non-partisan: Non-Partisan
Political Experience: I have never run for
public ofice before.
Why Are You Running For Ofice: I believe that a Judgeship is not about the robe or
the gavel. It’s about where the complexities
of the law and the realities of life meet. My
professional life practicing law in Southeast
Georgia has been dedicated to the pursuit of
justice for all and has prepared me for the
duty that is public service. As a Superior
William Ligon
Age: 55
Where Are You
From: Glynn County
Tell Us About
Your Family: Kim
and I have ive children, two boys and
three girls, ranging in
age from 8 to 15.
work as an attorney in my own irm, Ligon,
Lindberg and Lanier, P.C., in Brunswick.
Campaign Website: http://www.senatorligon.com
Political Experience: I currently serve in
the Georgia Senate and have held this position for six years representing the Third
Senate District. For the past two years, I
have served as the Caucus Chairman for
the Senate Majority. Prior to serving in the
Senate, I was the Municipal Court Judge for
the City of Brunswick for 16 years. In my
Richard Taylor
Age: 53
Where Are You
From: Glynn County
Tell Us About
Your Family: Married, four children,
Court Judge, I will bring the principles of
fairness, understanding and compassion to
my place in a court system where both justice and citizens are honorably served.
I believe that public service begins with
community service. I have served as chairman of the Camden Chamber and president
of the Rotary Club of Camden County. I
started a literacy nonproit in 2008 that has
given away more than 86,000 books to children in Southeast Georgia under the age of
5 and I remain the president today. I have
been president of the Camden County Bar
Association for 12 years and I serve on the
Georgia Judicial Nominating Commission.
I serve on the Executive Committee of the
Family Law Section of the State Bar of
Georgia. I have a general litigation practice
and I try the same types of cases every day
that I would hear as a Superior Court judge.
I served six years as a board member of the
Salvation Army in St. Marys, am a 2015
graduate of Leadership Georgia, and am a
past regional vice president for Legislative
Affairs of the Navy League of the United
States. For more information visit www.
bertguy.org
youth, I worked as an intern with Senator
Mack Mattingly in the U.S. Senate and was
Chairman of the Glynn County Young Republicans.
Why Are You Running For Ofice:
After serving for six years in the Georgia
Senate, I have gained considerable experience on many issues addressed by the legislature. In addition, my fellow senators have
entrusted me with the leadership of our Republican Senate Caucus. In this role, I am
able to help guide the legislative priorities
of the Senate and also mentor new senators
as they learn the process. Once a legislator
has gained both knowledge and experience
as well as the trust of one’s colleagues and
the voters in the district, that is the time
when effective service and leadership most
often occurs. Thus, I believe it is the right
decision for me to run for the Third District
Senate post once again. It is my hope that
I will be even more effective in protecting
the constitutional rights of our citizens, providing better educational opportunities for
our students, and enhancing security to help
ensure the personal safety of everyone who
resides in or travels through our state.
three boys, ages 26, 21, 20 and one girl
age 17
Attorney-30 years
Political Experience: Elected Glynn
County Solicitor to 5 four year terms 19892008 (20 years)
www.taylorforjudge16.com
Clerk of Superior Court
Ron Adams
Political Experience: Winterville,
GA City Council
from 1987 — 1988
and candidate for
Glynn County Board
of Education, 2002
Why are you running for office?:
From birth, I learned that public service
is a sacred trust and duty. This community has been good to my family and me. I
want to continue to give back to my home
community.
We have all read the headlines. Missing
money and nepotism have been reported in
the Clerk’s office. Audit deficiencies continue. There has been a failure to embrace
and fully utilize a proven court management system purchased by Glynn County.
The Clerk’s office appears to place convenience for the office over the convenience
of the public for which it exists.
I offer improvement to the office based
on my education, my experience, and my
history of service to this community. I
have business degrees from Brunswick
John
Killgallon
Age: 38
Where Are You
From: Half of my
family is from Georgia and half is from
Ohio
Tell Us About Your Family: My family has been part of the Golden Isles for
over 50 years.
Sales and Marketing
Campaign Website: http://www.
johnkillgallon.com
Political Experience: I have have been
an active Republican all of my life. I help
found the Federalist Society while in law
James Darren Jones
Age: 45
Where Are You From: Jesup, GA
Tell Us About Your Family: Single
What Is Your Current Profession: Clerk
of Superior Court
Political Experience: First time running
for ofice.
I want to continue to serve the people of
Junior College and Bachelors and Masters
degrees from the University of Georgia.
For over 30 years I have been a trusted advisor to small and medium sized businesses and individuals, mostly in this area. I
have personally helped highly talented individuals solve problems and excel in customer service in the private sector. I have
managed loan portfolios in the tens of
millions of dollars. Through my service
on the boards of directors of the Coastal Area District Development Authority,
the Hospital Authority, St. Marks Towers,
the International Seafarers Center, and
Brunswick Kiwanis, I have actively participated in the affairs of this community
and demonstrated the ability to lead an
organization.
I am offering to be Clerk to bring about
the reforms to improve the Clerk’s office.
I have the experience, the ability, the desire and the energy to bring about needed
change. But to do that, I need the support
of Glynn County voters. From the voters,
I need your ideas, your support and your
vote. Together we can give Glynn County
the Clerk’s office it deserves. Please vote
May 24. Thank you for your consideration.
school.
Why Are You Running For Ofice: As
the only candidate with both a legal education and a lengthy business background,
I am uniquely qualiied for the ofice of
Clerk of Superior Court. I promise to
bring the Clerk of Superior Court’s ofice
into the 21st century by focusing on three
key initiatives: (1) protecting taxpayer dollars through increased accountability and
transparency; (2) modernizing the ofice
through technology and a business management approach; and (3) streamlining
bureaucracy to help the judges, lawyers
and citizens that depend on the ofice.
I have a deep passion for the Glynn
County community. If elected, I promise
to work tirelessly to build an ofice Glynn
County can be proud of. I will lead the
ofice with integrity and a commitment to
ethics and effective government.
Glynn County and continue the progress
this ofice has accomplished over the several
months since I took over. I love helping people and think that I have made tremendous
strides in the ofice. I have corrected the
problems with the accounting and worked
hard with the auditors and inance to place
standards for accounting in the ofice. I have
the knowledge of what is being done in our
ofice and want to stay here to keep it going
forward not backwards.
Cathy
Browning
Age: 53
Where Are You
From: I was born
in Paris, France
where my father
was stationed there
in Air Force. He
received new orders and we moved back state side in
1964 to Peekskill, NY. In 1978 my father was tranferred with Georgia Paciic
to the Gypsum Quarry in Quannah, TX
where we lived for about a year when he
was transferred to the Georgia Paciic
gypsum plant in Brunswick, GA in 1979
and it’s been my home ever since.
Tell Us About Your Family: I am
married to Thomas Browning who is a
life long resident of Brunswick, Georgia. We have 2 sons, Robert and Matthew. Tom and I have been married 29
years and will celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary on May 24th, election
day. What a great anniversary gift winning this election will be!!
Currently I am the Administrative Assistant to the Sheriff of Glynn County
and am in my 24th year in that position.
I worked for Sheriff Wayne Bennett for
Sam
Tostenson
Age: 31
Where
Are
You From: Glynn
County
Tell Us About
Your Family: My
family has lived
and worked in Glynn County for ive generations. Notably, my great grandmother, Wilda
Tostensen, served as the Clerk of Superior
Court from 1952 to 1968. My father, Sammy
Tostensen, also served as Clerk of Superior
Court from 1984 to 1988. My family’s service in this ofice has given me a tremendous
amount of respect for the clerk’s ofice. My
mother, Karen, is a teacher at Goodyear Elementary School and is passionate about the
youth of this community. I have much admiration for teachers and what they do for our
community. My brother Tad is my biggest
supporter and has been tirelessly helping me
with my campaign.
What Is Your Current Profession: Private Process Server
Campaign Website: https://www.sam4clerk.com
20 years and now in my 4th year with
Sheriff Neal Jump.
Campaign Website: https://www.
facebook.com/cathybeeforclerk
Political Experience: This is my irst
political race, but I have worked for politicians my entire career starting with
Mr. Bill Killian, Judge Ronald Adams,
Sheriff Bennett and now Sheriff Jump.
I have worked for Glynn County for 34
years and running for this Ofice has
always been a life long goal. I am qualiied to hold this Ofice and I have experience with a proven record. For 24
years I have prepared and managed the
Sheriff’s Ofice operating budget and
revenue budget with no failed audits, I
oversee the support services personnel
and write policy and procedure, I possess exceptional computer skills in programs in use in the Clerk’s ofice and
I am well versed in criminal and civil
process. I will have things to learn when
elected, but I possess the knowledge
and foundation for a smooth transition.
I am passionate about the work I do for
Glynn County and that will continue
when I am Clerk of Court. When elected I will bring with me professionalism,
accountability, high moral ethics and
exceptional customer service.
Political Experience: I ran a very effective campaign for Glynn County Commission at-Large in 2010. Although I was
the front runner in the primary that year, I
narrowly lost in a runoff election to Clyde
Taylor.
Why Are You Running For Ofice: If
elected as the next Clerk of Superior Court,
I plan to bring stability and strength to the
clerk’s ofice through modernization of resources, irst class customer service, sound
accounting practices and longevity of service.
I want to see the Glynn County Clerk of
Superior Court’s ofice become a model for
other clerk’s ofices throughout the region
and state. The Superior Court Clerk’s ofice
should be an ofice that is not only an ofice
of record but an ofice of service to all members of the community.
I have desired to serve in this position since
I was a young boy. Now that I have had the
unique opportunity to work in and out of the
clerk’s ofice since 2012 as a private process
server, I see now more than ever the need for
positive leadership and forward thinking in
the Superior Court Clerk’s ofice. I believe
that I am the candidate that best exempliies
those qualities and will lead the clerk’s ofice
in a positive direction.
County Commissioner, District At-Large Post 2
Mark Bedner
Julian “Puddy” Smith
Where Are You
From: Born and
raised in Louisiana, I
have owned a home
on Saint Simons since
1993.
Tell Us About
Your Family: I have been married to
Monica (known as Hannah) for 52 years.
We have three children and five grandchildren.
Retired college professor involved in
community affairs
Party Or Non-partisan: Democratic
Political Experience: I was active on
civil rights issues in Louisiana and Alabama between 1956 and 1963, and was
an elected official in New Hampshire
for eleven years while enjoying a second
home on Saint Simons.
Why Are You Running For Office: After paying close attention to the
Glynn County Board of Commissioners
for years and attending and speaking at
commission meetings, I decided to make
Glynn County my permanent home and
run for office in order to make our county
commission more accessible to the public
and more transparent in its decision-making process. If elected, I will:
• Support more public hearings and
public comments
• Challenge other commissioners to defend their decisions
• Oppose wasting time and tax dollars
on dubious schemes
• Oppose giving away public resources
• Support impact fees
• Support public transit
• Protect our natural environment
• Support good commercial and residential development in Brunswick
• Champion Brunswick as a tourist destination
• Work to stop Saint Simons from being
over-developed
• Fight all forms of economic, political
and environmental blight
Age: 67
Where Are You
From:
Emporia,
Kansas
What Is Your
Current
Profession: Retired Banker/Financial Advisor
Party: Republican
Political Experience: 2000-2004 District Two Commissioner Glynn County Board of Commissioners. Chairman, 2004 during G8
Summit
Why Are You Running For Office:
My decision to run is tied to a firm belief in term limits for elected officials at
all levels of government and confidence
that I can bring a fresh perspective to
the Glynn Board of Commissioners in a
crucial election year. The Commission I
served on from 2000-2004 is often cited
as one in which all seven Commissioners
served in a cooperative, constructive way
despite differing views on many issues.
There was respect for the office and the
districts we represented and a determined
effort to find solutions to the challenges
facing the mainland and the islands in a
manner best for the entire Community. I
hope my service on that Board and my
history with the Hospital Authority from
2007-2014 and the Community Foundation speak to my belief that cooperation,
backed with experience, knowledge and
respect for others is not just good politics
but good government as well. During the
last concerted effort for Incorporation of
the Islands, I listened to both sides and
found a compromise in the creation of
the Islands Planning Commission which
had the support of the full board and was
approved on a 6-1 vote of the commission with my Islands District 2 representing only one vote. This spirit of cooperation, civil debate and thoughtful decision
is what I pledge to all Glynn County residents in this run for the At Large seat on
the new Commission. I respect my opponent’s service for the past eight years but,
in keeping with the Founding Fathers
belief that elected office should be a part
time vocation and not a political career,
it is time for a change. I’ve honored that
in my public service positions in the past
and will continue to honor it if elected in
2016. With thanks, Mark Bedner.
Why Jeff?
• Jeff’s record of success as a public servant and a small business owner is a testament to why he is the most
qualified candidate.
• Jeff has demonstrated a profound dedication to fair, open and answerable government that is respectful of
all citizens.
• Jeff has a solid reputation as a staunch defender of private property rights and responsible stewardship of
taxpayer
dollars.
taxp
• Jeff introduced the “Chapman-Lane senior school board homestead exemption,” reducing school board taxes
for seniors and helping them maintain ownership of the home they worked and paid on for many years.
Here are some facts about Jeff’s experience and accomplishments
“I am running for the Office of Tax Commissioner to
provide the people of Glynn County with the highest
level of professional, efficient and courteous service.”
- Jeff Chapman
A public servant we know and trust
• Founder and Former Owner of Chapman Waste Disposal, Inc.
• Division President for Fortune 500 Company
• Represented the people on the Glynn County Commission, in the Georgia State
House and Georgia State Senate
• “Outstanding Public Official Award” and “Georgia Democracy Award” by Common
Cause of Georgia for commitment to open and accountable government
• Environmental Leadership Award from Georgia Conservation Voters
• Legislator of the Year Award from ARC of Georgia (Citizens with Disabilities)
• Honorably served Georgia Air National Guard, 224th Combat Communication
Squadron
• The Veterans Council of the Golden Isles Award
• Member of Brunswick Exchange Club
* Paid for by the committee to elect Jeff Chapman for Tax Commissioner
To learn more, call or text Jeff at 912-399-8683 or visit ElectJeffChapman.com
Tax Commissioner
Martin
McCormack
Age: 59
Where Are You
From: 24 years in
Glynn County. Prior 12 years in Connecticut.
Tell Us About
Your Family: Single
Real Estate & Equipment Appraiser
Campaign Website: MMforTC.com
Jeff Chapman
Political Experience: Civic servant as
opposed to a politician.
The office of Tax Commissioner is a
perfect fit for my many years of experience with county taxation. As the former
chairman of the Glynn County Board of
Assessors for six years, I am uniquely familiar with the tax code regulations. As a
14-year Georgia Certified Real Property
appraiser, I have personally visited virtually every neighborhood in the county. I
know property values, and I know where
the disparities exist within Glynn. As a
tax advocate I know the appeal process
for those individuals who have a verifiable reason to have their property value
of State Governments.
Appointed chairman of the Senate
Eminent Domain and Economic
Development Task Force
Why Are You Running For Office: I
am running for the Office of Tax Commissioner with one main goal in mind,
which is to provide the people of Glynn
County with the highest level of professional, efficient and courteous service
that can be offered. I am eager to take on
the responsibilities of the Tax Commissioner, which include (but are not limited
to) processing application for homestead
exemptions and performing all functions
related to billing, collecting, disbursing
and accounting for ad valorem taxes collected in Glynn County.
It is important to note that the Tax Commissioner does not determine property
value for taxation purposes and has no
authority over that process.
As a lifelong resident of Glynn County,
the privilege to put into action the educational experience and skills I have acquired in both the public and private sectors as the next Tax Commissioner and to
serve my home town community is a real
honor.
In my view, the ability to resolve challenging problems, a solution-focused desire to exceed customer expectations and
a commitment to fairness for all citizens
are essential to the efficient operation of
the Tax Commissioner’s office.
Respectfully, I am proud of my record
as a public servant and a small business
owner and believe it is a testament to why
I am the most qualified candidate to effectively manage and oversee the important responsibilities of the office of Tax
Commissioner.
I look forward to working together with
the citizens,business owners and elected
and appointed officials of Glynn County
and the city of Brunswick to help make
our community a resounding success and
a recognized leader in southeast Georgia.
•
Age: 56
Where Are You
From: Lifelong resident of Glynn County
Tell Us About
Your Family: I am
the grandson of the
late Woodrow Sapp
Sr. and have been married to my wife, Angela Prescott Chapman, for 34 years. We
have a son, Lyndon, who is a student at
Georgia Southern University, a daughter,
Lauren Simmons, a son-in-law, Sean Simmons, and two grandchildren, Isabella and
John Jeffrey. They reside on St. Simons.
Businessman
Campaign Websitesocial Media:
http://www.electjeffchapman.com/
Political Experience: Glynn County
Commission District 4 and At large
• Served on county committees for
finance, pension, tourism bureau,
board of Health, and Brunswick
Area Transportation System
• Chairman, county vehicle task
force
• State representative District 167
• Served on the house committees
for economic development and
tourism, interstate cooperation, and
state planning and community affairs.
• Georgia State Senate District 3
• Served on Senate committees for
insurance and labor, transportation,
natural resources and environment,
public safety and homeland security, veterans and military affairs.
Jasper Port Study Committee,
Coastal Georgia Sound Science
Initiative, Security for State and
County Buildings, the Environmental Task Force of the Council
adjusted. I am also one of the few individuals in the state qualified as a county hearing officer, to mediate value arguments between the taxpayer and the
county.
I hold both B.E. & M.S. Degrees.
straight out of college I went into nuclear
submarine construction at General Dynamics and was subsequently hired away
by Jered Brown Brothers for its move to
Brunswick.
As a long term resident of Glynn, having resided here since the last century in
the early 1990s, I have been civically involved all these years. Initially through
Leadership Glynn I became involved as a
Chamber ambassador and celebrated the
Paul Lagrue
Age : 31
Where Are You
From : Brunswick
What Is Your
Current Profession:
Paraprofessional
opening of many small businesses. Graduating on to Leadership Southeast Georgia and then the Georgia Academy for
Economic Development, I took my civic
responsibility to the Glynn County Board
of Assessors and instilled many fixes in
the appraiser’s office at that time.
My combination of training and experience with county taxation, and my knowledge of real and personal property valuation, is not available anywhere else in
the state of Georgia. I would like to bring
my extensive job specific skills to the Tax
Commissioner’s office for the benefit of
all the citizens of Glynn County.
Political Experience : I do not currently
have any Political experience though I was
raised by women.
Why Are You Running For Ofice : We
need a change. Every person has a dream
and idea as to how his or her home town
should be. Brighter streets, more business
and clean water are just some of those
dreams I hold close for Glynn County.
✓ VOTE
Peter
Murphy
Glynn County Commissioner
District 2 (Our Islands)
A NEW VOICE... A FRESH PERSPECTIVE!!
NOW is the time for a leadership change – Vote for
Peter Murphy for County Commissioner May 24
✓ Supports rational, controlled growth
and development
✓ Wants improved and transparent long range
planning to assure island sustainability
✓ Is free of conflicts of interest – he wants what is
in the best interest of the islands
✓ Supports having a meaningful tree ordinance that
protects our island’s fragile tree canopy
www.murph4commish.com
Paid for by the Campaign Fund for Peter Murphy
Board of Education
District 1
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Where Are You
From : I was born
and raised in Brunswick, Georgia and
have been a lifelong
resident of Glynn
County. I attended
school in the Glynn County School System
and am a 1996 graduate a Brunswick High
School.
Tell Us About Your Family : I have
been married to my wife Kelly for 16
years. We have two amazing kids Hugh,
11, and Ella-Kate, 10. I am the grandson
of E.P. Edgy (E.P. Edgy Planning Mill),
grandson of Hugh Langford(Langford
Auto Parts), grandson of Ernestine Langford, son of Mike Edgy, and son of Joanne
Langford Sims.
What Is Your Current Profession : I
own a real estae appraisal irm, Edgy Appraisal Service. I am a Georgia Certiied
Real Estate Appraiser and Georgia Licensed Realtor with Driggers Realty.
Campaign
Website:
www.facebook.com/Committee-to-elect-MarcusEdgy-164432867286540/
Political Experience : This is my irst
political race; however, I am a business
owner, the immediate past president of
the Exchange Club of Brunswick , two
term Exchange Club of Brunswick board
of directors member, United States Army
Primary Leadership and Development
Course graduate, and graduate of Leadership Glynn. I am very personable and a
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Paid for by Committee to Re-Elect Coleman
Early vote beginning May 2, election May 24
Ingrid Metz
Age: 68
Where are you
from: I have been
a resident of Glynn
County for 40 years.
I was born in Washington, D.C., and
resided in Virginia
until 1976.
Tell us about your family: My daughter
and son graduated from Brunswick High
School, 1996 and 1997 respectively. My
daughter graduated with a Bachelor of Arts
in Political Science from the University of
Georgia and a Master of Economics and Social Studies from the University of Wales.
My son graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine from Valdosta State University and a
Master of Arts in Sports Medicine from the
University of Alabama. Both are married
great listener. You will hear from people
that know me in the community that Marcus Edgy has never met a stranger. I am
a people person. All the children of this
community, teachers and Glynn County’s
future is my passion.
Why Are You Running For Ofice : I
decided to run because I have two kids in
the Glynn County School System, many
family and friends who are teachers in our
school system, and I want to give back to
this community that has given so much to
me. I am running to improve the education
of ALL children of Glynn County, boost
teacher moral, provide iscal responsibility, and to make sure the Glynn County
School System stays on the cutting edge
of technology. Every job uses technology.
Our students need to be prepared for the
real world when entering the workforce. If
elected, I will work with the board members and the superintendent to make sure
we have the best programs. Especially early intervention programs. If we can better
address the learning issues when children
are at a young age it will positively impact our children in middle school, high
school, and in their future. I will also work
with the other board members and the
superintendent to make sure we have the
best policies in place for our teachers to
be able to teach. If a student is constantly
disruptive and disrespectful in the classroom the student and their parents must be
held accountable. This will give the kids
that want to learn the best opportunity to
beneit from instructional time. I will also
work with the board to keep our legislators
aware of the need to reduce the amount of
mandated testing. A vote for Marcus Edgy
is a vote for all our children and Glynn
County’s future.
and enjoy successful careers.
What is your current profession: Retired teacher with 40 years of teaching experience. Serve as a substitute teacher at St.
Francis Xavier Catholic School. I have a
Bachelor of Arts in Latin from Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia
and a masters degree in Latin from Vanderbilt University.
Party: Republican
Campaign website: www.electingridmetz.wordpress.com and on Facebook at
Elect Ingrid Metz
Political experience: Glynn County
School Board member, District 1, 2013 to
present
Why are you running for ofice? As the
only experienced educator currently serving
on the Board of Education, my continued
goal for a second term is to protect instructional funding and teacher planning time
and to redirect scarce resources into our
classrooms. I will continue my irst-term
efforts to restore academic achievement as
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a goal for all Glynn County students, renew
our School System’s focus on students and
teachers, strengthen the pride and morale
of our teachers, and promote taxpayer conidence and accountability in our schools. I
have been a strong advocate for improving
student academic achievement and ensuring
safe and productive learning environments
in our schools. High standards encourage
quality education; high expectations in behavior encourage quality discipline.
I have worked to curb our system’s wasteful practice of adopting and quickly discard-
ing duplicative programs through my push
for increased teacher involvement, open discussion and evaluation. Civic engagement
is vital to the success of public education.
I have initiated annual Educational Town
Hall meetings each fall and spring to encourage District 1 and Glynn County families, educators, and taxpayers to share their
ideas, concerns, and priorities for education.
I am conident that even more can be done
by the Board of Education to communicate
with the public and engage more stakeholders in our educational system. I look forward to continuing to represent the residents
of District 1 for another term.
District 3
John Madala
Age: 52
Where Are You From: Born here but
raised in Miami, Florida
Tell Us About Your Family: A soon to
be wife Rhonda (May 29, 2016), four kids,
triplets that are 22, Alex, Arielle, Ashton,
singleton Ansley — she is 21, my son is
serving his country as a U.S. Marine. My
daughters are all in college.
am currently an RN in the ER
Political Experience: Seven years on
the board
am seeking re-election where I can inish
what we have been working on for the last
seven years I have been on board. Since I
have been on the board, we have increased
the graduation rate from 71% to 83% and
price per pupil has decreased. We have decreased the amount of admin personnel by
17. I am proud of the work we have done
and would like to continue serving our
community. I would like to thank all of
the employees of the Glynn County School
System for all of their hard work and dedication!
District 5 continued
Sandy Dean
Age : 57
Where Are You
From : Brunswick
Tell Us About
Your Family : Husband Greg Dean son
Gregory and daughter
Tricia
What Is Your Current Profession : Information Technology Management
Political Experience : Joint Water Sewer Commission 2012-2014
As a District 5 representative on the Glynn
County Board of Education, I will contribute the leadership and oversight necessary
to ensure that our schools system is run well
so that our students can excel. My focus as a
board member will be on strengthening the
board performance by asserting its iducia-
ry responsibility, promoting accountability, supporting economic development, and
maintaining open communication with the
community.
Our school system has three main revenue
sources – federal, state and local taxes. I believe the board has a iduciary responsibility to ensure that as much of these resources
as possible are directed into and stay in the
classroom.
The board should also balance the resources needed for a quality education with
a commitment to the highest levels of transparency and accountability to taxpayers.
I believe that increased communication
between parents, teachers, students, and
administrators is needed in our schools
and the board can take a greater leadership
role in this
The board also plays a major role in supporting local economic development by
providing high performing quality schools.
These are my priorities as a board member.
Surveyor
Robert Shupe
Age: 61
Where Are You From: U. S. A.
Tell Us About Your Family: Wife and
two children
Current Profession: Land Surveyor
Political Experience: I have been the
County Surveyor for 24 years
Why Are You Running For Ofice: To
ensure the citizens of Glynn County have
a quality land surveyor in the community.
District 5
Linda Bobbitt
Age : 58
Where Are You
From : I was born in
Lyons, Ga. I moved
to Brunswick in 1979
with my parents.
Tell Us About
Your Family : I have
one daughter in the US Army. She is Chief
W2 Blackburn. I have three grandchildren
Chelsea, Chad and Chayla.
What Is Your Current Profession : Retired / CEO Bobbitt Educational Foundation
Party Or Non-partisan : Demoratic
Campaign Website: www.facebook.
com/Votelindadbobbitt/
Political Experience : I have no political
experience.
Why Are You Running For Ofice : I’m
running because I believe our students deserve the best. I want to see more students
graduate and achieve a higher education. I
want to see more unity between the school
board, teachers, parents and students. We
need more transparency in the school districts. I have contributed to the community
in vast ways. My Educational Foundation
has given me a platform to help educate our
youth. Having the privilege to be elected as
a contributor to the school board, means I
will have the opportunity to help increase
academic achievements. I believe my life is
one that young students would have a desire
to emulate. I love working in the community
and being involved with our students.
John Perry II
Age: 43
Where Are You
From: Jacksonville,
FL
What Is Your Current Profession: Pastor
Party Or Non-partisan: Democrat
Derrick E. Grayson is a Father,
U.S. Navy Veteran, Republican
and Georgia native who is
running for the U.S. Senate
representing the people of the
Great State of Georgia.
GRAYSON2016.COM
com/Perryforschoolboard/
Political Experience: I’m the former
President of the NAACP. I’ve been involved
in various social initiatives.
Why Are You Running For Ofice: I’m
running for ofice in hopes of empowering
youth by way of helping to improve and advance our local school system.
100% of The Constitution,
100% of the time.
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Coroner, Glynn County
Marcus Neu
Age: 42
Where Are You
From: Brunswick
Tell Us About
Your Family: My
wife is Missy Clark
Neu and both of us
are life-long residents
of Glynn County. We are blessed to share
our home with two very loving dogs, Simon
& Mufin.
Small Business Owner — Landscape Firm
com/NeuforCoroner
Political Experience: This is my irst
time running for political ofice.
am an experienced, Georgia certiied law
enforcement oficer who served the Glynn
County Police Department until 2014. I am
now proud to be a successful small business
owner, which allows me to have the lexibility to execute the duties of the coroner. My
years of experience as a criminal investigator have prepared me to serve as coroner.
As the lead investigator on dozens of death
investigations, I have gained the knowledge,
experience and the working relationships
Jo Chapman
PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT MARK BEDNER
Where are you
from: Brunswick
Tell us about your
family: I am married
to Sharon Prescot
Chapman, and have
two children, Meredith Chapman Horne
(Rodney) and Brad
Chapman (Audrey); three step-children:
Sheldon Nichols (Jamie), Patrick Nichols
(Karen), and Christopher (Casie); and nine
grandchildren and step-grandchildren with
another one due this summer. I have one
brother, Al Chapman (Mary); one sister,
Jenny Swick; two nieces, Allyson Chapman and Sloan Chapman Tindall; and one
nephew, Al Chapman III.
What is your current profession? I am
a deputy coroner of Glynn County. I am
also a licensed funeral director and embalmer with more than 40 years of experience.
Party (or Non-partisan): Republican
Campaign Website: Facebook page: Jo
B Chapman for Glynn C. Coroner
Political experience: Deputy Coroner
for Glynn County
Why are you running for ofice?: I
am running for ofice because I feel led to
serve the citizens of Glynn County. I am a
native of Glynn County and attended local
schools, graduating in 1965 from Glynn
to execute the duties of coroner especially
during an ensuing criminal investigation or
when the death requires investigation due
to an unknown cause or manner of death. I
have a great deal of experience communicating with families during a time of loss and
crisis and will calmly and compassionately help them understand the circumstances
surrounding the loss of their family member
and the next steps involved for their loved
one. I am the only Republican candidate that
is NOT associated with a funeral home nor
sells funeral related services.
I have a proven, successful track record of
service to Glynn County as both a police oficer and through my involvement with community and charitable organizations. Glynn
County has always been my home and
serving as coroner will allow me to put my
law enforcement experience and training to
work to beneit the citizens of Glynn County.
Although not all unattended or unexpected deaths require a criminal investigation,
when a crime has been committed the victim
and family deserve a coroner that is competent and experienced with proper crime
scene and chain of evidence procedures, as
well as one that has a clear understanding of
the roles and responsibilities involved with
the investigation. I would be honored to put
my experience, integrity and compassion to
work to beneit the citizens of Glynn County.
Academy. I graduated from the Kentucky
School of Mortuary Science and proudly
served my country in Vietnam. It has been
my privilege to serve as deputy coroner under Glynn County Coroner of Glynn County, my successful completion the Coroner
Training Program at the Georgia Public
Safety Training Center, and my 40+ year
career as a licensed funeral director and
embalmer. The importance of determining
the cause and manner of death is critically
important to protect public health and safety of Glynn County. I have the necessary
experience to successfully perform the duties of the Coroner’s Ofice mandated by
Georgia law. These duties include conducting an extensive investigation of sudden or
unexpected deaths, homicides, suicides,
accidental deaths and other similar cases
which may include the request for an autopsy. My tenure as deputy coroner has allowed me to develop professional relationships in our community which will allow
me to conduct an independent coroner’s investigation in cooperation with the medical
examiner, sheriff, police, district attorney’s
ofice, the child abuse protocol committee,
ire department and other health and safety
entities. The coroner often has the dificult
job of notifying families of the death of a
loved one. I have worked compassionately
with grieving families my entire career. I
look forward to serving Glynn County as
your coroner and ask for your vote on May
24, 2016.
Jeff Guest
Age: 47
Where Are You
From: Brunswick
Tell Us About
Your
Family:
Married to my
high school sweetheart Lisa (Owens)
Guest for 28 years,
(granddaughter of the late Sheriff Mitchell Owens of Glynn County); one Daughter (Elizabeth Guest) and one grandson
(Jamison); parents, the Rev. Leon and
Marty Guest (pastor in the Church of
God for thirty years). Born and raised in
Brunswick. Graduated from Brunswick
High School in 1987. Currently attending American Academy McCallister Institute of Funeral Services. Began my
funeral career in 1992 with Edo Miller
and Sons Funeral Home.
Family Service Director/ Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery/Chapel Park Cemetery/ Golden Isles
Cremation
Campaign
Website:
www.faceb o o k. c o m / Jef f- G u e st- Fo r- C o r o ner-2016-973830662694324
Political Experience: Ran for Glynn
County Coroner in 2008.
Why Are You Running For Office: I
have spent my career assisting families
whether in time of loss or at charitable
events. I have a true and sincere passion
for helping those in need. I have spent
Lucy Shaw
Age: 66
Where Are You
From:
Galveston,
Texas
Tell Us About
Your Family: Widow, one sister surviving, two sons and one daughter and eight
grandchildren
Retired
Party Or Non-partisan: Democratic
Political Experience: None
I was involved with law enforcement,
in some way, for over 40 years. I started out in communications, then progressed to patrol, detectives, undercover
drugs, Drug Abuse Resistance Education
(DARE) and Gang Resistance Education
and Training (GREAT). This background
is a foundation, along with further training that I will receive after election, that
many of my career years in the funeral
industry and have assisted hundreds of
families as they have experienced the
loss of loved ones. It is not a job, it is
a passion. I understand every family
deserves compassion and professional
assistance when an unattended death of
a loved one occurs. I have an excellent
working relationship with the coroner’s
office and those agencies that work with
the office. I have many years of experience when dealing with families during
loss and understand that there are many
stages in which a family must be taken
care of with professionalism, compassion
and dignity as they experience the loss of
a loved one during an unattended death.
It is my goal as Glynn County Coroner
to address one of the biggest issues I see
today working in the funeral industry. If
elected Glynn County Coroner I commit
to working with different programs and
organizations within our community to
address and educate the tragic deaths of
many of our youth and individuals due
to drug overdose, drinking and driving
and suicide. I am someone who suffered
the loss of a 17 year old brother. I know
what it’s like to experience such a tragic loss. I have spent many years helping
others on my own. I feel as coroner I
can assist those who experience a loss,
however I intend to assist in whatever is
necessary to reduce the deaths among
our young people of the future. I am passionate about this, because I experienced
it. I will proudly and passionately serve
Glynn County as its coroner. Thank You.
will guide and assist me to be the best
coroner for the citizens of Glynn County.
Being a two-time survivor of cancer and
two strokes, losing my husband recently
to acute leukemia, the death of my mother
(cancer patient) when I was 10 years old,
and the deaths of my siblings and other
family members, I believe that I have the
education, experience, understanding,
caring and empathy to fulfill the position
of Glynn County Coroner. The coroner
must be a person that is not ashamed
to pray and cry with surviving family
members and friends, have the empathy
to really understand what they are going through be available to assist them
with any doubts, concerns and problems
that may occur during their bereavement.
Yet, you must remain as professional as
possible. You must have the patience of
Job, faith the size of a mustard seed and
believe ALL things are possible. You
must have the strength to never give up
and never give in, no matter what trials
and tribulations you are going through. I
AM THAT PERSON to represent Glynn
County as your coroner!
Marc Neu
REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR GLYNN COUNTY CORONER
Why Vote for Marc Neu
Marc is an experienced, Georgia Certified Law
Enforcement Oficer who served the Glynn County
Police Department until 2014. Now as a successful
small business owner, Marc has the flexibility to
execute the duties of the Coroner.
Marc has been the lead investigator on dozens
of death investigations.
Marc has a clear
understanding of forensic and chain of evidence
procedures.
Marc has hundreds of hours of advanced training in
evidentiary and forensic procedures, interviewing,
fact gathering and evidence documentation.
Marc has strong working relationships with
local law enforcement agencies, healthcare
professionals, first responders, the Medical
Examiner’s Ofice and State Crime Lab.
Marc has extensive experience assisting families
during a time of loss and crisis, and has the
compassion and clarity to help them understand
the next steps for their loved one.
Marc is the only Republican candidate NOT
associated with a funeral home nor does he
sell funeral related services and that also has
experience as a Certified Police Oficer and crime
scene investigator.
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JULIAN “PUDDY” SMITH
Ashley Hudson
A STAND-UP GUY FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER
AT LARGE ON NOVEMBER 8th
Although I grew up in Louisiana, I went to high school in Phoenix. That’s
where I took part in my first political campaign in 1952 as a volunteer going
door to door with flyers for my mother’s boss, a Republican businessman
running for the U.S. Senate in opposition to the powerful incumbent, a
Democrat who was the Senate majority leader.
In this snapshot, I am wearing my ROTC uniform on the day I stood up
for my candidate in a debate at my high school. When someone pointed out
that only one Republican had ever been elected to the Senate from the state
of Arizona many years earlier, I replied that although the Ike jacket I was
wearing did not have coattails, Ike himself, the GOP candidate for president,
had coattails long enough to pull my candidate into office with him.
“Vote for the person, not the party,” I said at the end of the debate, “vote
for Barry Goldwater!”
Barry Goldwater, my candidate, was elected to the Senate in 1952 because
Democrats crossed party lines to vote for the person, not the party.
Today, I am a Democrat asking Republicans to vote for me on November
8th--to vote for Puddy, not the party.
This is the image on my campaign flyer when I ran for the first
of my four terms on the town council in Durham, a small city in
New Hampshire. The caption under the photo identified me as “out,
standing in his field.”
As a town councilor, I sometimes stepped away from my seat at
the council table to stand at the podium and speak as a member
of the public when my colleagues were reluctant to discuss some
issues.
In that first campaign, running in a field of seven candidates competing for three seats, I was elected when I came in third. Three
years later, I ran in a field of five candidates for three seats and was
re-elected when I came in third. I was re-elected two more times
when I came in third in a field of three.
On November 8th, I will need your help to come in FIRST in a field
of two.
Here I am holding open the door
to the historic Glynn County Court
House where the county commission
meets. I’m holding open the door to
welcome you inside. I’m inviting you
to come inside and pay attention to
what your county commission has
been doing--or not doing.
If you elect me to a seat on your
commission, I will not remain seated
if I need to take a stand on an important
issue. Instead, I will rise to my feet and
stand up for you in order to encourage
my colleagues to do the right thing--or
stop doing the wrong thing.
BUT I CAN’T STAND UP FOR YOU UNLESS YOU ELECT ME IN NOVEMBER
If you would like me to stand before your club or church group or at a gathering of your
neighbors, please contact me at: [email protected]
VOTE THE “PUDDY”
NOT THE PARTY
Paid for by the committee to elect Julian Smith
Age: 48
Where Are You
From: Brunswick
What Is Your
Current Profession:
Licensed Funeral Director — Licensed
Embalmer
Campaign Website: www.facebook.com/
AshleyHudsonforGlynnCountyCoroner
Political Experience: Fist time seeking a
political ofice.
Why Are You Running For Ofice: I feel
that I have the qualiications and experience,
having worked in the funeral home setting
for the past 27 years. I also have served as a
deputy coroner in Ben Hill County, so I am
familiar with how the coroners ofice works
with local law enforcement and the GBI
Medical Examiner’s Ofice. I have served
many families in Glynn County in their time
of need and want to continue to do so as a
their funeral director and coroner.
Probate Judge
Debra
Godwin
Howes
Age: 55
Where Are
You From: I
was born and
raised in Glynn
County, Brunswick, Ga.
Tell Us About
Your Family: I have a three children, a son
and two daughters. My father was Billy E.
Godwin, who passed October 1975. He was
born and raised locally. My mother, Annette
Smith Godwin, moved back here after retiring from Morton Salt, with my stepfather,
Robert Becker, who is retired as well.
Glynn County Probate Judge
Party Or Non-partisan: Republican.
Most judges are non-partisan which is set
by local legislation.
Political Experience: I was appointed as
Interim Probate Judge after the passing of
Judge Bernice M. Gilder in 2002, as I met
all qualiications for said position. I then
ran for the position of probate judge. I began working for Glynn County in the early
80s, and oficially started of record October
1984. I have worked with the Glynn County
Sheriff’s Ofice, as well as the Glynn County Superior Court, training under Marvin J. Highsmith, and later transferred to
Glynn County Probate Court as chief clerk
to Judge Bernice M. Gilder. I began my
training with the National Judicial Training
Program at University of Nevada in Reno. I
continue to receive formal training from the
University of Georgia Continuing Education Program. I have completed all but one
testing session in the Probate Judges training program, which I will complete this
month. The University of Georgia training
program is ongoing and will continue well
beyond the testing.
Am running because I love this job. I believe that my staff and I make a difference
in others’ lives during those very important times such as applying for a marriage
license, and dificult times such as petitioning for temporary guardianship of a minor,
or petitioning for adult guardianship, and of
course those dificult times of settling an
Estate after the loss of a loved one.
State Representative
District 167
Jeff Jones
Age : 62
Where Are You
From : Permanent
GA resident since ‘92;
Born — San Antonio,
Texas
Tell Us About Your
Family : married for
28 years; one son, a
sophomore at Valdosta
State
business owner (Express Lube & Car Wash)
Party Or Non-partisan : Republican,
Conservative
Campaign Website: www.votejeffjones.
com
Political Experience : served two years
as State Rep. for District 167
Why Are You Running For Ofice : to
utilize my many years of business experience (20 years corporate & 21 years small
business ownership) plus my many years of
service to nonproit organizations to serve
the people of District 167, Glynn County
and the State of Georgia.
U.S. Senate
State Representative
District 180
Jason
Spencer
Age: 41
Where Are You
From: Camden County (Harrietts Bluff)
Tell Us About Your
Family: Married to
my wife Melaney of 13 years. We have two
daughters, Madeline and Vera
Board Certiied Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Campaign Website: spencer4ga.com/
Political Experience: Elected to State
House, District 180 in 2010, 2012 & 2014.
Chairman of Subcommittee on Commercial Space (within House Science and
Technology)
Secretary, Special Rules
Member, House Science & Technology
Member, Juvenile Justice
Member, Human Relations & Aging
Member, Games Fish & Parks
am seeking re-election for the 180th House
District to inish the important work that
has been started for the district and for the
state during my tenure. There have been
many legislative accomplishments. Among
these, I have secured the irst phase of funding for Coastal Pines Technical College,
Camden campus. However, more funding
is needed, and I will work to secure the
next phase of funding for that project. Also,
I have passed legislation that pushes back
against the federal government to prevent
them from using state agencies to implement Obamacare. I authored and passed
landmark legislation, the Hidden Predator
Act, which extends justice to child sexual
abuse victims. However, more work needs
to be done in the area and I will continue on
with that mission when re-elected. Finally,
I will continue to lay the important legislative groundwork that I have already started
to recruit the commercial space industry
to Georgia in my capacity as chairman of
the Commercial Space subcommittee in
the House, whereby the Spaceport Camden project will be integral to that effort.
I will continue to represent the interests of
the district and our state in a conservative,
reliable and accessible manner.
Mary Kay
Bacallao
Age : 47
Where are you
from? Fayetteville,
Ga.
Tell us about
your family : Mary
Kay Bacallao has
been married since 1989 to Aldo Bacallao and they have four children ages 15,
17, 20 and 23. All four attended public
schools in Georgia.
What is your current profession? :
Dr. Mary Kay Bacallao has been a professor at a university in Georgia since 2003,
teaching courses in math, science, and
technology for teachers in Douglasville,
Henry County, Atlanta, and Newnan.
Party (or Non-partisan) : Republican
Campaign Website: www.marykaybacallao.com/
Political experience : Dr. Mary Kay
Bacallao was elected to serve on the
Fayette County School Board in 2012
where she studied state and federal legislation related to education. What she
noticed caused her to seek solutions. She
began working with other school board
members and education activists to find
ways to stop the federal takeover of local
schools. This group became known as
the Educational Freedom Coalition. As
part of this group of concerned citizens,
she reads and analyzes standards and
legislation. She informs citizens in an
effort to return authority to parents, students and teachers in public and private
settings. In 2014 she ran for State School
Superintendent, missing the runoff by
1.43%. Since then, more legislation has
passed at the state and federal levels to
advance the common core curriculum.
She has been active in trying to stop this
and other unconstitutional legislation at
the state and federal levels. www.EducationalFreedomCoalition.com
Why are you running for office? : I
have been reading the state and federal
legislation for years. I am making good
on a promise I made to run against the
incumbent if he voted for the new education bill, because it uses federal bribe
money to dictate what is taught and tested in schools. Unlike the current incumbent, when elected, I will not be a member of the amnesty gang of 8. I will lead
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the effort to repeal Obamacare, not vocally oppose the effort to defund Obamacare
as the incumbent did. I will not vote to increase the debt limit as the incumbent has
done since 2005. I am pro-life. I will work
to keep the government out of the churches
and support the freedoms found in the Bill
of Rights. I have a record of keeping my
promises and voting no, even when I have
been the only one. I defeated a Republican
and an incumbent Democrat before on the
Fayette County School Board. When I read
federal legislation such as the education
bill, workforce bill and the “affordable
Derrick
Grayson
Age: 56
Where Are You
From: Atlanta
Tell Us About Your
Family: Married with
children.
What Is Your Current Profession: Network Engineer
Campaign Website: www.grayson2016.com
Political Experience: I have never held
ofice, but my involvement began with po-
Johnny
Isakson
Age: 71
Where Are You
From: Marietta
Tell Us About
Your Family: Married to my wife Dianne since 1968;
three children, nine
paid for by sam tostensen for clerk of superior court
grandchildren
What Is Your Current Profession: U.S.
Senator
Political Experience: U.S. Senate,
U.S. House, Georgia Legislature, Georgia
Board of Education
Campaign Website: www.johnnyisakson.com / Twitter: @JohnnyIsakson / Facebook: www.facebook.com/Isakson
don’t take your vote lightly, and I hope to
continue to work effectively as your representative.
During my time in elected ofice, I have
never voted for a tax increase. Not once.
I have actively worked for fundamental
tax reform and an overhaul of our broken
tax code. I have fought against over-burdensome government regulations like the
Dodd-Frank legislation that are hurting
care” act, I noticed that they are similar
and inter-connected. Through these laws,
the federal government seeks to control
healthcare, workforce, education and so
much more. WE THE PEOPLE need to
reverse course and repeal freedom killing
legislation. When I am elected, I will continue to read the bills, inform the people,
and vote against any bill that is not in line
with the Constitution. I will also work to
repeal harmful legislation that has passed
in recent years. I will represent the people of Georgia. I will be the U.S. Senator I
would like to have.
litical activism and frequent participation
in GOP meetings and events. I’m fed up
with establishment politicians who violate
the Constitution, erode the Bill of Rights
and continue the expansion of government.
Starting with the help of Georgians and
the American people, we will implement
tax reform (FairTax), change foreign policies that promote regime change, solve
our veterans issues, give no amnesty and
implement immigration reform. I am committed to preserving the Second Amendment, abolishing the Department of Education, giving back local control to parents
and educators. Lastly, we will return jobs
to America.
American families and businesses.
Again this year, I have introduced legislation to address our debt and reform our
broken federal budget process to overhaul
the way Washington does business. By
switching to a two-year budget system, The
Biennial Budgeting and Appropriations
Act would force elected oficials to become
more accountable to the taxpayers. Moving
to a two-year budget cycle is a commonsense solution that would reduce spending
and increase oversight.
I voted against Obamacare, and it has
been a disaster. We must repeal this government-run healthcare plan and replace
it with a free-market solution that makes
medical care truly affordable and accessible to all Americans. On illegal immigration, my record shows my irm support
for securing our borders. We must enact a
commonsense, conservative approach to
solving the immigration crisis that keeps
our homeland safe and that doesn’t grant
amnesty.
I was among the irst to recognize the
threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq
and the Levant, known as ISIL, and I will
not stop until we get serious about eliminating those who support and carry out
radical Islamic terrorism. As a co-sponsor
of the KeystoneXL Pipeline, I am working
to ensure our nation’s energy independence
and to create jobs for Americans.
He understands the law.
He understands life.
Judgeship is not about the robe or the gavel.
It’s about where the complexities of the law and the realities of life meet.
Public service begins with community service.
From leadership in area civic organizations, to my founding
a non-profit organization that has provided over 86,000 books to children in
southeast Georgia, I have sought to give back and give forward.
My professional life practicing law in southeast Georgia
has been dedicated to the pursuit of justice for all and has prepared me
for the sacred duty that is public service.
As your Superior Court Judge
I will bring the principles of fairness, understanding and compassion to my place
in a court system where both justice and citizens are honorably served.
Bert
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Our Next Superior Court Judge
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Our community deserves a
Clerk of Superior Court office where
ethics and service to citizens are
of supreme importance.
And where accountability and efficiency
ensure citizen confidence.
We’ve all read the news stories.
Misappropriated and/or missing funds in excess of
$100,000. Nepotism. Continued audit concerns.
It's time for a change in the Clerk's Office.
But who do you trust to correct the deficiencies?
The proven candidate is Ron Adams.
Ron Adams has a history of private sector service
to this community in the banking industry.
Ron Adams has a history of proven service to this
community on The Hospital Authority, at the
Coastal Area District Authority, at St. Marks Towers,
at the International Seafarers Center
and at Brunswick Kiwanis.
The office of
Glynn County
Clerk of
Superior Court
must be founded
on trust.
Ron Adams will correct these problems.
He will provide reliable financial leadership.
And he will return trust and accountability
to a public office that provides answers to every
need, serves every citizen
and accounts for every dollar.
Experience where it matters most.
OVER 30 YEARS OF SENIOR BANKING
AND FINANCIAL EXPERIENCE
A RECORD OF LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
LONG-TIME RESIDENT WITH DEEP ROOTS IN GLYNN COUNTY
BACHELORS AND MASTERS DEGREES IN BUSINESS FROM UGA
This is not about what might have been done
wrong in the past.
It’s about voting to be sure everything
is done right in the future.
PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT RON ADAMS.
TREASURER: REBECCA J. WALDEN
ron
experience
ethics
accountability
ADAMS
clerk of superior court
Early voting begins May 2.
Election Day is May 24.

The Brunswick News / Monday, May 2, 2016 1

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