Putnam County Commissioner District 4Local race · 2 candidates
In their own words
Jennifer Ray
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An advocate for taxpayers, a neighbor who listens, and a leader willing to ask the hard questions before they become expensive problems.
CampaignCampaign website (homepage) - Years Before the Ballot
I've been working for Putnam County and fighting for taxpayers long before I ever decided to run for office. I will continue to be your voice for fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability.
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Michael B. Griffin
WebsiteBallotpedia- On Economic Development
I am fully committed to bringing new businesses, jobs, and opportunities to Putnam County. However, any development we approve must clearly benefit our community—not just the developer.
CampaignCampaign website - Campaign statement
Whenever tax incentives or public resources are on the table, we must demand strict accountability. Before any deal is made, we must know: What quality of jobs will this create? How much will it genuinely expand our tax base? What new demands will it place on our infrastructure and county services? …
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In my professional life, I never evaluate a major investment by looking at just one number. I analyze the total cost, the expected return, and the long-term impact. We must bring that exact same business rigor to Putnam County’s economic development. …
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We know what true economic development looks like here. Many of us remember the days of Horton Homes and the massive, positive ripple effect it had on our entire local economy. …
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