Jannine Mutterer

Housing Increase developer incentives for affordable workforce housing by partnering with existing programs such as the Beaufort-Jasper Regional Housing Trust Fund. Require developer agreements that actually align with impact to roads, schools and public services. Environment / Energy Pause and review development permits in environmentally sensitive areas pending ecological assessment. Update county ordinances with stronger buffer and zoning protections. Champion Gullah/Geechee cultural site preservation. Infrastructure / Transportation Transparency with impact assessments covering traffic, schools, emergency services, and taxes. Plain language reporting before any large-scale development comes to a council vote. Infrastructure first, not last. Taxes / Budget Conduct a line-by-line county budget review in the first term. Collaborate to improve the current County financial dashboard, providing full voter transparency. Housing Expanding passive parks and recreation spaces isn't just for families — it drives property values and keeps our community competitive. Affordable workforce housing supports local businesses, reduces commute strain, and keeps the people who serve our community able to live in it — without raising taxes on existing residents. Education Strong schools and accessible libraries aren't just good for families, they're economic drivers that attract residents and employers and protect long-term property values across the entire county. Taxes / Budget Common sense stewardship means every dollar of public money must be accounted for, without raising property taxes. Smart fiscal management means prioritization for funding based on the Beaufort County 2040 Comprehensive Plan - not special interests.