I believe that our community should employ open dialogue and connect people and resources. I believe that a community should proactively shape it's own future. We must acknowledge the power of one individual making a contribution, one person making a difference. We must embrace each citizen's individuality. I believe that it is our responsibility as leaders of today to empower people and to generate new leaders for tomorrow.
Circumstances change, needs change and resources constantly change.
I believe City of Richmond government must be ever mindful of changes and adapt to the needs of the community. Local government must represent their community at the state and federal levels. We must provide continuous input and realistic implications of proposed changes and the effect those changes will have on our community. We must be proactive. We can not afford to find ourselves in a reactionary position.