WHY TOM KRESS?
The Most Qualified Choice for Douglas County.
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Formal financial education
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Four decades of real-world business experience
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Deep local knowledge
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A proven record of results
County government is complex. It requires care for the community, experience, financial literacy, and the ability to follow through, not just good intentions.
A Record of Real Accomplishments.
Strengthening County Finances
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General Fund increased by more than $5.6 million
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Disciplined budgeting and long-term planning
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Focus on core services and sustainability
Public Safety Leadership
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Secured $17 million grant for a countywide emergency communications system
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Project now under construction, with completion expected in early 2026
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Major improvement in emergency coordination and wildfire response
Parks & Community Assets
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Parks system now fully self-funded
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No General Fund reliance
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No day-use fees
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Continued investment through grants and campground revenue
PRACTICAL ECONOMIC PRIORITIES.
Tom believes in focusing on what actually works.
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Advocating for responsible federal forest management
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Supporting timber harvest levels that match annual growth
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Pushing for fair federal revenue-sharing formulas
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Avoiding speculative revenue ideas that don’t materially support services
Economic growth is important, but it does not replace responsible forest management as a funding strategy for county services.
ENDORSEMENTS.
Tom Kress is proud to be supported by community leaders, local organizations, and residents who value experience, steady leadership, and responsible governance.
