EXPERIENCE - KNOWLEDGE - COMMITMENT
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“When You Add It All Up, Barbara Has What It Takes!” -- Congressman James V. Hansen ( Retired )
CONSIDER HER EXPERIENCE
• Davis Chamber of Commerce Board
• Utah Tourism Industry Coalition Board
• Utah Hospitality Association Board
• Friends Of Antelope Island Board President
• Friends Of Utah State Parks Board President
• Davis Chamber of Commerce Board
• Davis Economic Advisory Council
• Fruit Heights City Board of Adjustment
• Davis Chamber of Commerce Legislative Affairs Committee
• McKay-Dee Hospital Board Of Trustees
• Friends Of Antelope Island Board President
• Davis County Event Center Advisory Board
• 388th Fighter Wing Honorary Commander
• Fruit Heights City Board of Adjustment
• 2007 Legislative Tour Committee
• 2003 Utah Republican Women Fundraising Dinner Comittee Co-Chair
• 2004 Utah Military Appreciation Week Committee Chair
“Barbara has exceptional leadership abilities. She has made considerable contributions to the lifestyles of all of us in Davis County. Her experience, knowledge and vision make her just what we need in a commissioner.”-- Brad Wilson Owner, Destination Homes Chair, Davis Economic Advisory Council
BARBARA RIDDLE RUNNING FOR DAVIS COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Barbara S. Riddle announces she will seek election as a Davis County Commissioner.
Barbara has years of experience in private and public service and has proven to be an effective, visionary leader. She currently serves as the President/CEO of the Davis Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Under her leadership, the non-profit organization has grown from booking 4,800 sleeping room nights in 2004 to booking over 24,000 room nights in 2007.
“When elected, I will listen to the concerns of residents and work to ensure Davis County government is providing the necessary services at the right price. I’m a team player and can guarantee that I will passionately work hard for the people of Davis County.” says Riddle. “Our county is experiencing enormous growth and change and people need to feel that their county government is looking out for their interests with sufficient vision.”
Barbara’s involvement in Davis County has been extensive. She currently serves in many capacities for the Davis Chamber of Commerce including: Board of Directors, Legislative Affairs Committee, Chair of the Legislative Affairs Get Out and Vote Committee, Lakesider’s Committee, and Antelope Island Balloon Stampede Executive Committee. At the annual Chamber Awards Dinner last month, Barbara received the Chairman’s Award for her contributions to the community.
Involvement in Davis County related organizations include: Top of Utah Military Affairs Executive Committee, 2007 Legislative Tour Committee, Davis Economic Advisory Council, Fruit Heights City Board of Adjustment, Antelope Island Resource Management Planning Team, and President of Friends of Antelope Island.
“I support Barbara because she has proven herself to be a strong leader and will be a very effective commissioner.” said Jim Hansen, retired U.S. Congressman and longtime Davis County resident. “I’m proud to be her honorary campaign chairman.”
On a regional and state level, Barbara serves on the McKay-Dee Hospital Board, Zion’s Bank Advisory Board, Utah Tourism Industry Coalition Board, Play Utah Golf Committee, Utah Hospitality Association Board, and as President of Friends of Utah State Parks.
Barbara is an Honorary Commander in the 388th Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base. In 2003 she chaired the Utah Republican Women Gala and the Governor’s Military Appreciation Week in 2004.
Barbara is married to Scott Riddle, and has two children, Kylie and Tanner. She has been a resident of Davis County since 1989 and currently resides in Fruit Heights. In her spare time, she enjoys golfing, reading, skiing, horseback riding and spending time with her family.
WHERE I STAND ON THE ISSUES
1. Economic Development
a. The county staff can’t do it alone. The recent birth of the Davis County Economic Advisory Committee is a step in the right direction. The members of such groups must be committed, forward-thinking individuals who are not afraid to speak out, even when the tide of current events is against them.
b. We must lure additional business to the county, minimizing the daily out-migration from the county.
i. Examples of this include the Eastside development in Layton, the Westside development west of HAFB and the newly announced agreement between Clearfield, West Point and Syracuse.
ii. More of the same is needed throughout the county.
c. HAFB must be front and center on the radar screen. The business it brings to the Top of Utah through direct and indirect business is vital to everyone not only in Davis County but the entire State.
2. Trust in Government
a. Simply stated, the citizens of Davis County need to trust their government officials to provide required services at the best possible price.
b. After the infamous 138% tax increase, there was a public outcry and today, those commissioners are no longer in office. Change was communicated loud and clear and current public officials need to re-establish trust of Davis County citizens in their county government.
3. Transportation
a. Legacy North needs to be not only talked about but funded immediately—corridor preservation is a fancy name allocating money NOW for land purchases NOW. If we don’t make a plan, where it will be, and preserve the land/corridor today, the only land left will be the most expensive, least desirable land.
b. Local citizens need to mobilize to stimulate education and action—this isn’t just a government issue.
4. Fair Taxation
a. Property Tax—Recent spikes in property tax have a number of people up in arms because of the increases they have experienced; those who didn’t experience an increase are scared that they will. We need thoughtful, forward thinking dialogue about the property tax issue and where our decisions today will lead us tomorrow. (NOTE: A weighty issue regarding property tax is the issue of school revenue that is tied to property tax.
b. Other taxes directed at transportation, recreation & arts, as well as others deserve close attention as they can all help build our county. The critical issue is to build the county with a plan, harmonizing all 15 cities into the overall betterment of the county.
c. If there is any need for future tax increases, it needs to be communicated to the citizens of this county in advance along with the undeniable justifications.
5. Education
a. Our children deserve the best we have to offer—resources, education and educational opportunities.
b. Listening to our legislators, there is an influx of 16,000 new students entering our education system annually. We must find a way to provide the level of education we currently enjoy and at the same time balance the needs for classroom funding and the buildings that are going to be required to house this surge of students. We owe it to ourselves and our children to thoroughly investigate all funding mechanisms for education.
6. HIll Air Force Base
a. The value of HAFB cannot be understated with approximately 22,000 employees and a $3.04 billion dollar economic impact to our community. Every effort must be made to insure a welcoming and growing environment.
b. Attraction of additional maintenance wings is a high priority, as they will fill the “pipeline” for years to come.