I believe government works best when it’s wide open—when every decision, every dollar, and every discussion is out there for folks to see. As your next county commissioner, that’s not just a slogan; it’s how I’ll operate. Transparency builds trust, catches problems early, and keeps power where it belongs: with the people.
Tennessee law backs this up. Under the Open Meetings Act, county commission meetings—where budgets, policies, and big calls are made—must be public unless there’s a narrow exception, like certain legal talks.
At least 48 hours’ notice with a clear agenda must be provided, so you know what’s coming and can show up or speak.
No backroom deals; everything deliberated in the open.
Same goes for records: the Public Records Act says all county docs—emails, budgets, contracts—are yours to inspect during business hours. No hoops for just looking; copies might cost some, but they must respond fast—seven days max—or explain why. Every county has a public records coordinator to help, and they can’t hide stuff just because it’s inconvenient.
If elected, I’ll push for even more—like live-streaming every session, posting agendas early online, and answering questions right after.
Let’s make our county the gold standard for open government.
I’d love to hear your ideas. Tell me!
