Donald Bennett

Economy Support new and existing small businesses with resources and advocacy. Economy Attract quality retail, dining, and service businesses to our communities. Taxes / Budget Aggressively pursue state, federal, and foundation grants. Infrastructure / Transportation Prioritize road maintenance and other necessary improvement needs in District. Infrastructure / Transportation Modernize county infrastructure through strategic grant funding. Infrastructure / Transportation Complete Vaiden Field Industrial Park transformation to attract busnesses and create jobs. Infrastructure / Transportation Ensure Vaiden Field serves both aviation and industrial development needs. Economy Leverage congressional direct spending requests for infrastructure and development. Economy Create recreational opportunities through trails and park development. Economy Expand partnerships with economic development organizations like Delta Regional Authority and Innovate Alabama. Economy Support Downtown Marion revitalization to create vibrant community gathering spaces. Economy Implement Perry Lakes Park economic impact assessment and restoration plan with The Conservation Fund. Economy Create business friendly policies at the county level. Infrastructure / Transportation Develop “Sweet Trails Alabama” walking/biking trail network connecting our communities.