We need innovation in education and dedication to the task before us.

I support public and private partnerships whenever appropriate in order to achieve our goal of a prosperous and vibrant downtown.

I'll continue to work to ensure that safety and I am honored to have earned the endorsement of the men and women who provide public safety in our city.

I will lobby tirelessly in cooperation with other mayors around the country to insure that federal funding for our recently added police officers continues.

We can no longer let the threat of an early frost send a chill of fear throughout a large portion of our workforce. Diversification is the only answer.

While it is true that we must seek value added industries like food processing plants and call center operations, we must do what is necessary to expand and develop our economic profile.

It cannot take decades to resurrect, we must act immediately with purpose and enthusiasm to rebuild.