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Brian Cowles

Joplin City Council - At Large

Top Issues

Wages / Job Benefits Supporting local jobs and economic growth. We all benefit from the new and diverse businesses that come to Joplin, or local entrepreneurs. Joplin can entice new and large employers. Infrastructure / Transportation Infrastructure Improving roads and public spaces for everyday safety, and ensuring fast and efficient construction timelines. Joplin is a beautiful city that just needs to be maintained properly. Housing Creating affordable homes so families can thrive. Joplin has plenty of land, with reasonable labor, and Joplin should be doing everything possible to make housing more affordable. Infrastructure / Transportation Committed to safer streets, stronger infrastructure, and affordable homes in Joplin. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Commitment to safe streets, a strong economy, and affordable homes in Joplin.

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