Why I’m Running for Eaton City Council ​

 

My passion has always been to help individuals and families prosper. That’s why I am running for Eaton City Council — to ensure that our community continues to grow in ways that support every resident.

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For more than 35 years, Preble County has been my home, and for the past 11 years, I’ve been proud to live right here in Eaton. My wife, Cathy, and I raised our children here in Preble County, and we’ve seen firsthand how strong families and thriving neighborhoods create a strong city and community.

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I believe Eaton plays a vital role in helping residents succeed. My vision is to bring my business experience, community leadership, and lifelong commitment to service to City Council, focusing on:

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• Strengthening our economic base and creating affordable housing opportunities

• Supporting our first responders and maintaining essential city infrastructure

• Expanding community activities, parks, and family-friendly environments

• Investing in youth and families as the foundation of our city’s future

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Throughout my career, I’ve led organizations, owned businesses, and created programs that have impacted tens of thousands of youth and families—spiritually, physically, and mentally—here at home and across the globe. I want to put that same vision, creativity, and determination to work for Eaton.

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Experience & Community Involvement

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• Executive Director, Pleasant Vineyard Ministries/Wilderness Ridge (23+ years)

• Government Contractor, U.S. Air Force — directed summer camp youth programs on US Air Force Bases worldwide for youth whose parents serve in the Air Force

• Owner, local construction contracting business

• Business Consultant

• Corporate Training Consultant

• President & Government Liaison, Ohio Christian Camp & Conference Association

• Vice President & Board Member, Preble County Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (15 years)

• Founder, Preble County SLAM (Students Living As Mentors) and SLAM JAMS at the Preble County YMCA

• Co-Founder, Saturday Hoops, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati - an inner city mentoring program

• Board Member:  Preble County Red Cross,

• Board Member: Oxford Pregnancy Care Center,

• Butler Rural Electric - nomination committee 

• Camden Black Walnut Festival - director of the car show for 15 years

• Preble County Art Association - Past board member

• Art Instructor at Hobby Lobby, Michaels, and AC Moore Art Stores

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Core Competencies

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• Organizational Leadership

• Strategic Planning

• Project Management

• Grant Writing

• Budgeting

• Financial Management

• Corporate Training

• Community strategist

• Professional Artist