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Kansas Economic Strengths and Opportunities
Issues Card - November Election
Response on Economic Development
Lance speaks about all of his community volunteerism, but he cannot give specifics or demonstrate what he has done. Lance has stated that it’s unfortunate that I’ve called him my opponent in this race. Sadly, he set himself up to also be my adversary. He has stated he forgives me and then moves on to this nonsense about stifling economic development.
The best question to ask is why two CITY commissioners (one current, the other former) want this individual in a COUNTY office who has very little experience related to the job. It’s a serious thing to govern others in role like county commissioner, and I do not have the confidence that Lance should govern others or could govern others.
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Relief for Kansas Economy
Relief for Kansas Economy by overturning "Chevron".
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Media Candidate Profile
For immediate release, The Newton Kansan, July 2024
Get to Know Terry Series 5/19
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Commission Meeting on 3/5 - Property Tax increase
During a recent work session, the county commissioners had a phone call with the State Property Valuation validation office. We learned that Harvey County apparently is low on property values, according to ‘their’ calculations. The representative could not tell us how to fix that or the repercussions if we did not become compliant. If they don’t know, how could our county staff know?? I contacted the State Office and when I was transferred to the third person, who also didn’t know but within a few hours he was able to research the issue and send me some information. Basically, there really isn’t much of a consequence.
Join me Tuesday, March 6th in the basement of the courthouse when I present this information to the Commissioners. Maybe this information can positively affect the almost 12% property tax increase this year. A more in-depth justification will need to be sought.
.Towne Hall: 30x30 Federal Land Grab
February 20, 2024 - Terry Scott and Amy Siple hosted a town hall featuring Marci Laffen from Andover. Ms. Laffen gave an overview of the initiative by the current administration, and details of state testimony against it. The initiative is to fulfill the Paris Agreement treaty on climate change.
Even though the federal government controls 30% of US lands already, they are looking to increase that percentage to 50%. This will reduce states' and citizens' ability to produce food, provide energy, own property and prosper.
Why is the Presidential Preference Primary important?
You MUST vote on March 19,2024
Have you heard about the Presidential Preference Primary in March?
I didn’t know how important it was until I did a bit of research. This is an excerpt from the Kansas Secretary of State website. I’ll include the link, too.
What is a Presidential Preference Primary?
A presidential preference primary takes an act by the Kansas legislature to be conducted. The enactment takes the responsibility from the two state parties (Republican and Democrat) in Kansas from conducting a caucus, and instead, having the state of Kansas conduct a primary election. It is a “preference” primary because it is an election where the vote totals are given to a political party to allocate delegates to candidates at the national convention. This is not a primary where the voters selected the party candidate.
Kansas Secretary of State | Elections | Presidential Preference Primary (ks.gov)
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Media Release Announcing Candidacy
Media Alert
For Immediate Release Media Contact
Rachel Newell Communications Cell: 316-727-6254 Renew221@gmail.com voteterryscott@outlook.com
Terry Scott Announces Candidacy for County Commissioner
Scott Seeking First Term for District 2 in Harvey County
Newton, KS Feb 9, 2024 – Terry Scott, long-time resident of Newton filed her candidacy for Harvey County Commissioner for District 2 on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. This is Scott’s first bid for a commission seat and her campaign will focus on data-driven decisions and community feedback.
“Leadership must evolve with new voices and new faces, and for the County Commission, it's no different”, said Scott. “Our citizens deserve a fresh approach to circumstances that have been worsening in our county. They deserve data-driven decision-making, and they deserve to have a voice in the process. With a heavy tax burden for residents, and the amount of non-taxable property across the county, the county finds itself limited in its ability to spur growth, or offer residents more value for their tax dollars.”
As an R.N., Scott served the last thirty years in front-line management as well as senior leadership where she excelled in identifying areas for improved efficiency and teamwork. The last twenty years were at the VA, where she successfully improved departments, despite the federal bureaucracy. Scott has an eye for innovation and team building.
As a long-time resident, Scott said, “I married Brian almost fifty years ago and have been proud to call Newton our home. We raised our two children here and have deep connections to this community. Serving the citizens in this role is exactly how I want to be spending my time now that I’m retired.”
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Brian Scott, Treasurer. Campaign website is www.voteterryscott.com
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Filing candidacy for office
Terry filed her candidacy for the District 2 seat on the Harey County Commission on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.
