Though I still hope that we will see good business decisions from this council this year, it only makes sense that I should transition to the November election so that we can make sure we see them eventually.   Petitions are due Feb 4th.  I'm hoping you are working to make sure we get quality candidates on the ballot.   Here are some reasons why.

This past year I asked our City Manager to write out the tasks that need to be done in order to successfully run a Music Center.  I thought we needed this so that when we looked at possible management companies we had some criteria to help us with that decision.   I was told this was complicated task and situation dependent.  This was a good enough excuse for our current council members and our council refused to back my request;  So we picked a management company and then drafted a contract based on what the management company told us they could do and the terms they wanted.  
 

When we finally got to see the no-bid, no market rate comparison, Music Center Management contract we went and signed this weak document because our current council members make important decisions base on a perception that a company wouldn't want to do a bad job because it would hurt their reputation. Last week all but one of the current council members proposed a no-bid contract to the same contractor that got previous no-bid contracts to build the Aquatic and Music Centers.  Then I sat and listened incredulously as one council member gleamed about the cost of each of these projects.   In 2014 these council members spent money on VIP sections, concession stand upgrades and lighted billboards instead of spending that money on a needed Firehouse.   Our current Council members still refuse to acknowledge that their behavior shows they value Music and Aquatic Centers over Firehouses and Schools.      I think that if quality candidates get their names on the ballot for the four seats up for election this November, our current Council members will make better decision in 2015.  I'd also like to see a fully engaged and capable council in place when 2016 comes along. Why don't you run for Council?   At the very least find someone that is willing and capable then talk them into running.   Unfortunately, this year has been a circus, primarily because this council thinks that it is mean for someone to suggest we follow good business practices and expect value for our tax dollars.  With your help next year we can spend more time planning and implementing ways to improve our city services and strengthen the City's financial position.  Remember in our form of City government it takes at least four council members willing to vote for legislation that makes good business sense in order to make positive things happen.  Get with your neighbors and friends and make sure we get quality people to run for council.   Do it now!  Petitions to get on the ballot have to be filed before Feb 4th.   Contact the Montgomery County Board of Elections for details on how to get on the ballot.   Specific questions about getting on the ballot are answered by the Campaign Finance Department (937) 225-5669

Every voting age Huber Residents can run for the at large Council Seat.  In this election if you live in Ward 1, Ward 2 or Ward 6 alternatively you can run for a Ward seat.   

If you don't know what Ward you live in you can look it up using this link.  You can also download a pdf map.  If you zoom out on the map you can see street names. 




I'd be glad to talk with you and share my experiences if you need encouragement.