A political newcomer is seeking one of three at-large spots to the Putnam County Council in the May primary.
Republican Amanda Brown is one of five candidates on the ballot in the upcoming May primary, and she is a life-long resident.
"I was born and raised in Putnam County, and I am raising my family here," Brown told The Putnam County Post.
Brown said her professional experience, which includes years of working in public service, local school corporations and local government, has prepared her for county council.
"My experience has enabled me to build and maintain relationships with a variety of community entities and agencies such as local churches, local schools, local charities and nonprofit organizations, public safety agencies, and the unique businesses and restaurants to our community. I am actively involved with a local nonprofit organization hosting free community events to improve the relationship between the community and those who serve them," Brown said.
Brown said she is running because Putnam County is her community.
"I am raising my family here, so I want to be a part of the change that allows our county to have the most opportunities available and to be able to improve with the changing times," Brown said.
She said be believes developing positive, working relationships with community members, local agencies and outside agencies will ensure Putnam County has additional opportunities for success.
"Identifying and utilizing outside agencies and grants are necessary to offset the funding needed for the improvements that are outside the budget for the county," Brown said.
For example, she said, Putnam County has close to a dozen bridges that are currently closed.
"Our local budget cannot cover the costs to repair them all without the assistance of outside agencies and grants. County buildings are deteriorating and without the needed repairs, it could be detrimental to their future. My commitment to the community is further noted by the discussion of solar/wind farms coming to our county. My interest lies in what is best for the community, and I do not see the benefit of a company coming to this community without fully investing in our community by utilizing local resources and paying taxes," Brown said.
Brown said the time has come for a change.
"It is time to freshen up the Putnam County Council and add a voice of the people that is not opposed to debate when needed for the best interest of the community. As Dr. Seuss would say, "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better, it's not," Brown said.
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