I will continue to serve as an active member of the Monongalia County QRT, fighting to combat the drug problem which has risen to an epidemic level over the last several years.

I will be proactive, NOT reactive, making every effort to educate all citizens of Monongalia County about the ongoing phone and internet scams which target, and prey on, our parents and grandparents. There is nothing more heartbreaking than taking a case of an elderly citizen who has been scammed out of their life savings.

I will continue to work with the Monongalia County commissioners in regard to addressing issues relating to the homeless population in our county, panhandling and focusing on making Monongalia County a much safer place in which to live, as well as operate a successful business.

I will work with the Board of Education to ensure every school within Monongalia County has a school resource professional, whether it be an active law enforcement officer or other trained professional, such as retired military or active security officers. The safety and well-being of our children is of the utmost importance.

I will also strive to obtain assistance for our first responders in regard to much needed counseling, after action reviews and critical incident stress debriefings (CISD). Too often, our first responders are forgotten when it comes to mental health.

I will continue to work with the K-9 adoption center, and any other animal care groups, to ensure ALL animals have a voice when it comes to abuse and neglect.

I will be a WORKING sheriff! I plan to answer 911 calls for service and assist my deputies in the performance of their duties. Law enforcement is a team effort which requires a hands-on approach from the top down. It is important that those working for the sheriff's office know I will not ask them to do something I myself am not willing to do. I graduated from the West Virginia State Police Academy just like every other certified law enforcement officer in this state and I am prepared to continue to serve the citizens of Monongalia County in that capacity as Sheriff.

Training will be a major priority, and our deputies will never be denied the opportunity to advance their career and gain knowledge which will benefit the deputy, the department and the community as a whole.

I will be a transparent sheriff with an “open door” policy to all employees of the Monongalia County Sheriff's Office, as well as all citizens of the county. Two things you will NEVER hear me say...which is currently heard all to often are: “Because I said so!” and “That's the way we've always done it.” I do not believe this type of mentality fosters growth and progress in a positive manner and, as sheriff, I am committed to providing the best service, and protection, to the citizens of Monongalia County.