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<\/p>\nMurphys, CA…Today, I am announcing my candidacy for County Supervisor, District 3. Living in Calaveras County for the past 16 years has been one of the highlights of my life. My beautiful wife April and I enjoy all that Calaveras has to offer. During our time here I have closely followed and participated in Calaveras County\u2019s politics, because I know from experience how easily peace and tranquility can slip-away without vigilance.<\/p>\n
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Calaveras County, like all states, counties and municipalities, faces many challenges going into
\nthe 21st Century \u2014 We must engage, raise-the-bar and address these challenges with stronger
\nleadership, clearer vision with decision makers that understand how to move the county
\nforward creating prosperity and a good life for all our residents. The list of my five most
\ncompelling goals as supervisor is attached, but I must first acknowledge that the primary
\nreason for engaging in this endeavor is simply that I believe our County Supervisors are failing
\nus in there duties and responsibilities. We elect individuals to govern, make tough decisions,
\ndemonstrate leadership, set goals and create policy that moves our county forward in a
\npositive, and prosperous fashion.<\/p>\n
Today, our Supervisors have relinquished much of their authority to county staff and with this
\nlaissez-faire attitude they are acting more like ambassadors than legislators and this needs to
\nSTOP. A good County Supervisor will demonstrate leadership by setting tone, providing
\nsolutions, establishing clear priorities, and possess a good grasp of the critical budgeting
\nprocess \u2014 assuming all the responsibilities that go with the position; such as \u201cbeing prepared\u201d
\nto make the hard choices they were elected to make. Representing their constituents is their
\nprimary responsibility, therefore, getting out in the communities and listening to the concerns of
\nresidents is priority-one. This is NOT a part-time-job, it requires one\u2019s full-attention and total
\ncommitment \u2014 a successful supervisor needs to be doing the work they were elected to do!
\nAnything less, they are deceiving their constituents!<\/p>\n
Bio:
\nWith forty years experience as a independent Marketing & Business Solutions expert, I am well
\nprepared to tackle this endeavor. Building businesses, assisting start-ups and accomplishing
\nrobust turn-arounds are all part of my background, these tasks require special skill-sets, such
\nas critical thinking, problem solving, and a good dose of clairvoyance. I have also acquired a
\nstrong leadership background, but most importantly the ability to listen, understand and broker
\nworking solutions are what I bring to the Board. Comfort in the way we do things has become
\nour nemesis \u2014 I will question everything in pursuit of a better more efficient and well run
\ncounty \u201cfor the good of the residents\u201d<\/p>\n
The five most compelling goals I see before me as a County Supervisor:<\/p>\n
#1 Standing with Law Enforcement and for Public Health & Safety
\nThe foundation of a prosperous county is public health & safety, nothing great can
\nhappen here without first becoming a model law & order community. Therefore, I am
\ncommitted to supporting our Sheriff and pledge my support for our Sheriff\u2019s financial
\nneeds regarding the budgetary items necessary to establish a first-class, elite law
\nenforcement team in Calaveras County \u2014 The residents deserve this and it\u2019s a
\nresponsibility of the Board to make this happen. My only demand in return is that the
\nSheriff produces and runs a highly-efficient and responsible program.<\/p>\n
#2 Creating a more efficient County Government
\nI am enthusiastic about cultivating a high level of efficiency in our county
\ngovernment\u2019s operational activities. The 21st century is going to be a huge challenge
\nfor all states, counties and municipalities, therefore we must set the bar higher. I will
\ninsist on greater efficiencies in monitoring our many complicated revenue streams to
\nassure we are not penalized with the loss of expected revenue, as well as monitor the
\nactivities of providing the services of government. We have great people in our
\ngovernment center both elected and appointed and I pledge to provide the leadership
\nthat will bring all involved together working in concert for the good of the county.
\nCreating a model 21st century county government in Calaveras benefits everyone.<\/p>\n
#3 Creating a more productive Board of Supervisors
\nCreating a more productive Board of Supervisors is critical, this requires leadership,
\nexperience and focus. I will systemically encourage our Board to generate more
\nin-depth discussions on issues before the Board. Challenging members to partake in
\nmore open dialogue, creating more constructive exchanges during meetings.
\nBrainstorming or debate increases the level of understanding, culminating in better
\ndecision making — better serving all involved. Residents need to understand their
\nsupervisors\u2019 positions, hear their arguments, thoughts, therefore better understand
\ntheir votes. I am also very aware that becoming a Supervisor is not a part-time job, it
\nrequires intense research and study. Board meetings are not the only place a good
\nSupervisor receives input \u2014 circulating in the District and throughout the County offers
\nfar more compelling views and understanding of the individual communities and their
\npeople!<\/p>\n
#4 Creating Prosperity & Wealth in our rural County
\nHarvesting prosperity and wealth in our beautiful rural county is key to our future.
\nI want to see the individual communities of Calaveras prosper in a fashion they see
\nfit for themselves. Calaveras is a county made up of many individual and unique
\ncommunities, all Board decisions must consider the independence of these
\ncommunities. Prosperity will come when all our communities are thriving with small
\nbusinesses that service the residents as well as our great tourism industry. Tourism is
\none of our potential growth industries and supports our lifestyle very well. Calaveras
\nhas an abundance of natural resources, open space, a rich history and beautiful scenic
\nvistas, trading any of our beauty for growth would be unforgivable. What we have,
\nwhat we share with the many travelers is precious and can not be re-created, so our
\ngrowth must parallel our natural resources and beauty. That\u2019s our draw, that\u2019s our edge,
\nand that creates a destination!<\/p>\n
#5 Calaveras First
\nI pledge that decisions and policy from District 3 will always be based on a
\nCalaveras First proposition, we are all in this together, looking for the best life can offer.
\nProtecting our lifestyle, investing in our future and living our dream will be a conscious
\npart of my decision making process. The headwinds are strong \u2014 the time to pivot is
\nnow, the current and previous Boards have failed to set the necessary tone, culture and
\nproductivity necessary to prosper \u2014 we need to disrupt ourselves to be relevant on all
\nlevels of county government. I\u2019m here to let you know County Government\u2019s
\npartnership with residents is alive and will flourish with my election.<\/p>\n
Ed Langan,
\nCandidate,
\nSupervisor, District 3
\nCalaveras County
\nContact info:
\ncell \u2014 209.728.5527
\nemail \u2014 edlangan2020@icloud.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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