Ted Gaines

Criminal Justice / Public Safety As your county supervisor, I’ll prioritize public safety by fully supporting our sheriff’s department and first responders. We need well-funded law enforcement to combat crime and protect our families, while ensuring rural EMS and fire services have the resources to respond swiftly. My commitment is clear: back the blue, strengthen emergency services, and uphold law and order to ensure every resident feels safe and secure. We can’t let big-city problems creep into our peaceful county. Taxes / Budget My office will be have an open door to every taxpayers and we will fight to help residents in disputes and gain access to exemptions. My goal is simple: protect your hard-earned money, keep government accountable, and prevent tax hikes that threaten our conservative values and rural way of life. Infrastructure / Transportation As supervisor, I’ll focus on repairing aging infrastructure without wasteful spending, using competitive bidding to stretch every dollar, and building and maintaining everything we need to move goods and people around the county. That’s a key part of a robust economy. Beyond first-class roads, our parks must remain family-friendly spaces for recreation, to give local residents beautiful and affordable places to have fun right in the county. I’ll also ensure infrastructure improvements respect our rural heritage while enhancing safety and access for all residents. Environment / Energy As supervisor, I’ll protect our farmland, open spaces, and small-town values from overdevelopment and urban sprawl. I’ll oppose zoning changes that threaten our heritage and work to preserve our agricultural roots. By supporting local farmers and limiting unnecessary regulations, we’ll keep our district a place where families can thrive in a peaceful, rural setting. Taxes / Budget I will be a budget watchdog! Fiscal responsibility is my pledge as your county supervisor. I’ll scrutinize every budget line to eliminate waste and prioritize essentials like public safety and infrastructure - no more bloated projects or unnecessary bureaucracy. By streamlining government we can maintain services without raising taxes. I’ll also use my experience and contacts in the legislature to help the county win state grants to take the burden off of local taxpayers while still providing key services. Economy I’ll promote small businesses and agriculture by cutting red tape and keeping taxes low. By investing in infrastructure and public safety without tax increases, we’ll create a stable environment for growth. Taxes / Budget As a conservative, I’ll be a fierce advocate for taxpayers. Our hardworking families, farmers, and businesses, deserve fair treatment, not burdensome taxes.