Republican Women of Fremont County PAC
Your Republican Candidates 2014
Meet the folks who are on the primary ballot. ELECTION DAY August 19!
REPUBLICAN PRIMARY ELECTION GUIDE
Fremont County Wyoming
August 19, 2014
This booklet will help make you become a more informed voter!
Wyoming is a closed primary state. You must declare a political party and you will only vote for candidates of that party affiliation and any non‐partisan (i.e. mayor, councilpersons, etc.) candidates for your district and precinct.
Identification is required to register to vote in Wyoming. Your valid Wyoming driver’s license is the best form of ID, however you may call our election office in Lander to see what other ID’s can be used.
JOIN REPUBLICAN WOMEN AND HELP You may apply for an absentee ballot by mail, telephone or SUPPORT YOUR CANDIDATE! in person. You must be a registered voter in Fremont County.
RWFCPAC c/o Sarah Kalbach 208 E Main St Our Fremont County election officials, both in the Riverton WY 82501 Phone: 851-7665 courthouse and at the polls, are here to help you with the E-mail: voting process. Feel free to ask about the process BUT it is [email protected] YOUR responsibility to learn about your candidates, so that PAID FOR BY RWFCPAC you may use your right to choose your elected representatives.
FREMONT COUNTY ELECTION OFFICE
FIND YOUR PRECINCT
BY LAW, FREMONT COUNTY IS DIVIDED INTO DISTRICTS AND PRECINCTS. SOME OF THE BOUNDARY LINES OVERLAP SO YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF YOUR INDIVIDUAL HOUSE, SENATE OR COMMISIONER DISTRICT. (Example: part of Beebe 6‐1 is in House District 33 and another part is in House District 54.) The election office sent sample ballots earlier this summer, but if you have any questions please call them.
CHECK BELOW FOR YOUR HOUSE, SENATE, AND COMMISSIONER DISTRICTS BY PRECINCTS. If there is an “S” after your precinct you need to check your sample ballot or call the election office for your specific candidates.
House and Senate Districts House District 28 & Senate District 20(not this election): - Shoshoni 20-1 and Lysite 22-1 House District 33 & Senate District 25: Hudson 2-1, Riverton 3-5(S), Ft Washakie 4-1, Beebe 6-1(S), Arapahoe 8-1, Ethete 13-1, Morton 16-1(S), Luthy 17-1, Crowheart 19-1(S), Reclamation 21-1(S), Atlantic City 24-1 House District 34 & Senate District 26: Riverton 3-1(S), Riverton 3-2(S), Riverton 3-5(S), Dubois 7- 1, Valley 9-1, Delfelder 10-1, Jeffrey City 12-1, Pavillion 14-1, Morton 16-1(S), Big Bend 18-1, Crowheart 19-1(S), Reclamation 21-1(S) House District 54 & Senate District 25: Lander 1-1, Lander 1-2, Lander 1-3, Lander 1-4, Lander 1-5, Lander 1-6, Milford 5-1, Beebe 6-1(S) House District 55 & Senate District 26(not this election): Riverton 3-1(S), Riverton 3-2(S), Riverton 3- 3, Riverton 3-4, Riverton 3-5(S), Riverton 3-6, Big Bend 18-2
Commissioner Districts Commissioner District #1: Ft Washakie 4-1, Arapahoe 8-1, Ethete 13-1, Morton 16-1(S), Luthy 17-1, Crowheart 19-1(S) Milford 5-1(S), Commissioner District #2: Riverton 3-5(S), Dubois 7-1, Valley 9-1, Delfelder 10-1, Pavillion 14-1, Morton 16-1(S), Big Bend 18-1(S), Crowheart 19-1(S), Shoshoni 20-1, Lysite 22-1 NOT VOTING FOR THIS POSITION IN 2014 Commissioner District #3 Riverton 3-3, Riverton 3-4, Riverton 3-5(S), Riverton 3-6, Big Bend 18-1(S), Big Bend 18-2 Commissioner District #4: Lander 1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4, Hudson 2-1, Milford 5-1(S)
Commissioner District #5: Lander 1-5 & 1-6, Riverton 3-1, 3-2, Beebe 6-1, Jeffrey City 12-1, Reclamation 21-1, Atlantic City 24-1 NOT VOTING FOR THIS POSITION IN 2014
There will also be precinct committeeman and precinct committeewoman on your ballot. These are members of your political party who represent you and the Republicans in your precinct if an elected office held by a Republican is vacated prior to the next election. They fulfill the first step of any elected replacement process. They also help your Republican party to educate the voters in your precinct. VERY IMPORTANT POSITIONS! If that space is blank, you may write in a persons’ name you think may accept the position. WYOMING IS GETTING STRONGER
“From my first day as Governor, I have pushed for economic growth, support for local governments, infrastructure development, government efficiency and advances in technology.
Those efforts are paying off.”
Matt Mead
As your Governor, I have: If you have questions please contact me: Fought Federal overreach Supported Second Amendment rights Matt Mead Developed a strong balanced energy strategy P.O. Box 1830 Fostered a strong business climate and strong economy Proudly supported active military and veterans Cheyenne, WY 82003 Flattened the budget Reduced the size of state government (307) 514‐6591 Achieved the lowest tax burden of any state Keep the Momentum Going – Please vote for me August 19
CINDY HILL…GOVERNOR
I protected your rights. I have fought for, and protected, your rights. I fought for your vote in education, I have protected your 1st Amendment rights, and I fought against data collection on students without the parents’ knowledge. You must have a governor who does not take away your rights.
Gas tax. Wyoming is one of the most mineral rich states in the country. Yet we are taxing our people an additional $.10 per gallon on fuel. There is more than enough money in our state to take care of our roads and highways without increasing the burden on our citizens. As governor I will repeal this unnecessary tax on the Wyoming people.
Common Core. The current governor went before the State School Board and said that he wanted the Common Core adopted “without further delay.” I opposed it and voted no. I believe that we as a state should have the highest standards in education and not set by those from far outside our state. As
governor I will repeal the Common Core. Republican Constitutionalist Conservative Taylor Haynes for Governor P.O. Box 2071 Cody, WY 82414
Campaign Headquarters: 307‐426‐5542 Web site: HaynesforGovernor.com [email protected]
ED MURRAY..WYOMING SECRETARY OF STATE
Ed Murray is a fourth-generation Wyoming native, an experienced businessman, and a family man.
Ed has devoted his career to private enterpprise in Wyoming. He has focused on building small businesses, growing the economy, creating jobs, and improving communities. Ed has led numerous development efforts in Laramie County, resulting in hundreds of opportunities for housing, schools, open spaces, businesses, churches, bike paths and new and improved infrastructure for Wyoming residents. Ed’s track record proves that he is capable of building an honest, thriving business from the ground up. His success can be attributed to his keeen entrepreneurial spirit, acute attention to detail, uncompromising integrity, and genuine desire to lead positive change. As Wyoming’s Secretary of State, he is prepared to bring his edge to the way Wyoming does business, centering on transparency, innovation, and efficiency.
In addition to being a business veteran, Ed is a community servant and supporter of charitable causes. He has served as a consultant and on the board of directors including the Laramie County Community College Foundation and the Cheyenne-Laramie County Corporation for Economic Development.
Born and raised in Laramie County, Ed graduated from Central High School in 1976 and went on to receive a degree in business administration with dual majors in finance and real estate. Following his college graduation, Ed earned his J.D. at the University of Wyoming College of Law before returning to Cheyennnne to put his education to use by starting his own business. Above all, Ed’s priority has been bringinng up his family with his wife of 28 years, Caren. Ed and Caren have raised four daughters in Cheyenne: Meghan (27), Erin (25), Kelley (22), and Frannie (19). The Murray family has been a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Parish. Ed calls it a privilege to have raised four daughters in the Equality State. He believes that Wyoming – its unparalleled uniqueness, traditions, and freedom – played an indispensabble role in allowing his daughters to grow into the individuals they are today.
Pete Illoway is a Republican candidate for Secretary of State. Illoway is a former member of the Wyoming House of Representatives serving House District 42 from 1998-2012 and has been a substantial voice in decision-making processes at the local and state level. He is a conservative that firmly believes in individual opportunity and a free market economy and has used these values to guide him in his professional and political careers. As Chairman of the House Corporations, Elections and Political Subdivisions Committee, Illoway was known for running meetiings efficiently and with the expectation that all involved come prepared with good civic dialogue to craft quality legislation.
Illoway’s contributions to Wyoming are many. He is a Board Member of the Wyoming Business Council, the Wyoming Taxpayers Association and the Cheyenne Airport Board. He serves on the Board of Advisors to First Interstate Bank of Cheyenne and the American Heritage Center. He is a Benefactor Member of the National Rifle Association.
His goals as Secretary of State are: To promote investment in Wyoming’s communities as a member of the state boards and commissions Improve electronic access for citizens to the services rendered by the Secretary of State’s Office To work with local county clerks to continue to refine the election process Work effectively with the other four statewide elected officiaals, actively engaging and promoting a culture of civility and commonality. Experience Matters! Learn more about Pete’s expeerience at www.peteilloway.com
Edward Buchanan For Secretary of State
I’m running for Secretary of State because I can provide solid, conservative leadership for the State of Wyoming. My goals for the office include providinng the best customer service, more transparency to the people of rules and regulations, fighting against fraud by ssham corporations, maintaining the integrity of our elections and being an ambassador for the citizens of Wyoming.
I will provide representation to all areas in Wyoming, listen to their concerns and represent them in Cheyenne in my role as a member of the State Lands and State Loan and Investment Boards.
I served 10 years in the Wyoming State Legislaature representing Goshen County. My peers elected me as their Speaker of the House and I voluntarily ended my service without term limits. I invite you to examine my voting record and speaak to those with whom I served. I have a record of proven conservative leadership on the issues that matter most to Wyoming. I ask for your vote on August 19th.
MARK GORDON ….STATE TREASURER
Mark Gordon is currently serving as the Wyoming State Treasurer. He was appointed to the position in October 2012 after the passing of Joe Meyer and is seeking to serve his first full term. Previously, Treasurer Gordon served on the board of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City (10‐J) as a Class B Director for 4 years. Gordon has served on Johnson County District 1 K‐12 School Board and on the Wyoming Environmental Quality Council. His business experience reaches to agriculture, mineral development, tourism, finance, recreation, and politics.
During Treasurer Gordon’s tenure the Treasurer’s office has diversified its portfolio management, had a record breaking year with $936.5 million in investment revenue, changed the way the office loans money to local municipalities, and has returned $1,400,000 of unclaimed property to Wyoming citizens this fiscal year.
The Treasurer’s office is key to so many opportunities and programs that will continue to provide for Wyoming citizens. The Treasurer is involved in supporting community banks, understanding and assisting with the needs of local communities on the State Loan & Investment Board, safeguarding and enhancing the Hathaway Scholarship Fund, and advocating for entrepreneurialism. These are the duties that Mark is passionate about and wants to work on over the next 4 years.
Mark grew up on the family ranch west of Kaycee and settled on his own in 1988. He has had agricultural operations in Johnson, Sheridan, and Campbell counties. Mark and his wife Jennie are members of the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce, Wyoming Stock Growers, and Woolgrowers. They have four grown children.
Vote for Mark on Tuesday, August 19th. Learn more about Mark at www.markgordon4wyoming.com
RON REDO…STATE TREASURER
CYNTHIA CLOUD
State Auditor
The State Auditor is a constitutional officer elected for a four-year term by the general electorate of Wyoming. The duties of the State Auditor include being the Chief Accountant and Payroll Officer for state agencies. The Auditor is also responsible for the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report on the fiscal affairs of the state. Cynthia was elected in November 2010 to serve as Wyoming’s 20th State Auditor. She is the first certified public accountant to serve as State Auditor.
The Auditor serves as a member of the Board of Land Commissioners, the State Loan and Investment Board, the State Board of Deposits, the State Building Commission, and the State Canvassing Board. She is also a member of the Executive Committee of the National Association of State Comptrollers (NASC), member of the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers, and Treasurers (NASACT), a member of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and a member of the Wyoming State Board of Certified Public Accountants.
Cynthia has over 16 years in public accounting and is a successful business owner. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Alabama in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.
Cynthia and her husband of 19 years, Charles, have four children: Luke, Morgan, Connor and Wyatt. Their eldest son, Luke, is a fourth generation Marine who served in Iraq.
SHERYL LAIN….SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
Sheryl Lain was born in Powell, Wyoming where her father taught agriculture at Powell High School and her mother raised Sheryl and her five sisters. Sheryl graduated from the University of Wyoming and, following in her father's footsteps, began her teaching career at the Wind River High School in 1968. Sheryl has worked in Wyoming’s schools for more than 40 years as a teacher, administrator, literacy coach, and instructional facilitator. She currently serves as the Instructional Leader in the Wyoming Department of Education’s Office of the State Superintendent.
Throughout her career, Sheryl’s work has resulted in improved studdent achievement. Using methods learned from Sheryl's professional development trainings, staff at both Arp Elementary School and Carey Junior High in Cheyenne were able to grow student literacy to meet annual AYP goals after being deemed "in improvement" under the No Child Left Behind law. Similarly, after deploying instructional support to districts across the State while serving as the Instructional Leader in the Wyoming Department of Education, student scores improved on the statewide assessments in reading, math, and science.
Sheryl brings a wide breadth and depth of experience to discussions affecting Wyoming’s classrooms to the office of State Superintendent. As Wyoming’s policy makers continue to discuss organizational structure and accountability, Sheryl is committed to examining every program and initiative for how it will affect the classroom. Sheryl embraces conservative principles of individual responsibility, fiscal integrity, and limited government control over people’s lives. As State Superintendent she will apply these principles to support students, teachers, and local communities as they work to grow our most precious resource – Wyoming’s students.
BILL WINNEY… SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
Experience: Naval Nuclear Power Program: Chalkboardd teacher for two years, directly responsible for Officer Students, supervised Enlisted Student education. As Commanding Officer of two ships, I was responsible for ship-wide education and training. Personally reported such training to the head of that program. Theoretical concepts as well as theory to practice were embedded.
More importantly observed my wife teach, and cope with, many eduucation administrations as we moved many times during my Naval Service. Through heer eyes I saw “The good, the bad, and the ugly” of administrations.
Vision & Plans: Our legislature has stepped into a gap in leadershipp by becoming a super- school board. I will work to move them back into setting overarching statute but not the details. I will work to reduce the testing regimen our teachers cope with and young people endure. I will reestablish the confidence that the Wyoming Department of Education staff deserves in their leadership.
I have observed our legislature for a decade. Wyoming has tried many, many administrative changes to improve education with little success. More and more “good” administration won’t get us where we want to go. It is time to change the equuation. I will bring that change.
If you want a champion for local control, increased collaboration, parental involvement, and improved outcomes for kids, then let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work. Wyoming deserves the best.” ‐Jillian Balow
Jillian Balow is a Republican running for Superintendent of Public Instruction. She taught in the classroom for ten years and earned a Master’s degree in Education. Beyond the classroom, Jillian obtained experience working as an administrator for the State Department of Education and the Department of Family Services and managed large programs and budgets. Jillian also serves and takes ownership within her community by volunteering through local organizations. For more information please visit http://www.jillian4supt.com/
Allen Whiteman Senate District 25
Allen Whiteman is a native born Wyomingite and knows what is important to Wyoming and its people.
Getting Common Core out of Wyoming Outside and out of state interests have no business setting the educational standards for Wyoming's schools and students. Wyoming has set the bar for the students and that should be what Wyoming's students are held to. As you know, Common Core is the brain child of Microsoft and Bill Gates and does not reward academic excellence, instead Common Core "dumbs down" students and is extremely detrimental to Wyoming's students. No Redefining Marriage Until there is a Constitutional amendment in both the US and Wyoming constitutions allowing this, redefining marriage to suit the agenda of a small group should not be allowed. I stand firmly against same sex marriage until it is constitutionally guaranteed. Preventing Government Over Reaching The recent EPA ruling regarding the city of Riverton and its boundaries is a blatant example of non‐ authoritative government agencies making laws that states are to abide by. Unless this authority has come through Congress in a constitutional manner, Wyoming should not be subjected to arbitrary 'laws" set up by these agencies.
Cale Case for Wyoming Senate, District 25
Cale Case is a Wyoming State Senator representing much of Fremont County and the Wind River Indian Reservation. First elected to the Wyoming House of Representatives and now in the Senate, Cale serves as Chairman of the Senate Corporations Elections and Political Subdivisions Committee, co‐Chairman of the Select Committee on Tribal Relations, and co‐Chairman of the Select Committee on Legislative Process and Technology. Cale is also a member of the Sennate Revenue Committee and the Wyoming Task Force on Digital Information Privacy. Cale has directly passed 39 works of legislation which have streamlined government, protected ourr rights, and more. Under his co‐Chairmanship, the Joint Corporation’s Elections and Political Subdivisions Committee is the most effective committee in the Legislature (Billings Gazette May 18, 2014)
Cale is a 56‐year old Wyoming native and consultant with a PhD in Economics from the University of Wyoming. Cale has one son George who is a student at Centtral Wyomingg College. Cale thinks for himself. He did not vote for SF 104, The Superintendent Removal Bill and he voted no on the fuel tax increase! Vote Cale for The Constitution and the Bill of Rights Limited Government Fiscal Responsibility and Tax Restraint A deep love for Wyoming Natural Resource Conservation Small Businessman Reliability and experience Thoughtful representation Effectiveness dedicated to YOU!
Republican House District 33
Elect Jim Allen, Candidate for House District #33
5th Generation Lander, Wyoming native
Graduate of LVHS and the University of Wyoming
Father and husband
Rancher and Outfitter
Former State Representative from House District #33
Legislative Experience; served on Corporations and Agriculture Committees
Past President of the Wyoming Dude Ranchers Association
Past President of the Wyoming Outfitters and Guides Association
Served 9 years Fremont County Natural Resource Planning Committee, chaired 3 349‐6784
Served 3 years of the Fremont County Lodging Tax Board
Conservative, Experienced, Committed to Individual Freedom and Liberty
Lived on Wind River Indian Reservation for over 34 years
Irrigator, Businessman, Taxpayer, Family Man
I will serve every resident in House District 33 from Atlantic City to Crowheart
Vote for Jim Allen, HD 33 on August 19, 2014
DANIEL CARDENAS…HOUSE DISTRICT 33
Daniel Cardenas of Saint Stephens, WY is seeking the Republican nomination for Wyoming HD#33. A husband, father to six children, and small business owner, I want to be your next Representative because we have not had proper representation for ten years. Our District has had the greatest neeeds and no voice in Cheyenne. I can be that voice. We need an advocate who will not only fight for and represent us all, but one who also understands and can best take the needs of the neediest and get legislation written and passed.
Less government is good. But, a smaller government can still be responsible for those in our communities who have no voice; the homeless (families and veterans), the hungry, and the elderly. The public and private sector can make good partners in trying to solve our community problems. When parents have choices in education, children do the best. I support a strong public school system, from PreK to University. I also support strong and truly community driven charter schools, a flexible home school system, providing school vouchers to parents who live in chronically underperforming school districts, and strong online/virtual schools. We need more local control, away from Washington and Cheyenne, as well as keeping parents, teachers, and administrators accountable for our children. We need a robust water delivery system in Wyoming, so I will support options to develop new storage as well as upgrade and strengthen existing systems, without raising taxes. Our transportation related infrastructure (roads, highways, interstates, bridges, airports) is not keeping up with current use, let alone being prepared for future growwth. We need to bring together the public and private sectors to help create a solution to pay for past, current, and future needs. We can do this without raising taxes.
RITA CAMPBELL…..HOUSE DISTRICT 34 I, Rita Campbell, am honored to be the current Representative of House District #34 and am seeking re-election to a third term. I believe I have the talent to faithfully study the issues, listen to cooncerns and be prudent and rational in making decisions. I serve on two Legislative Committees; House Agriculture, Public and State Lands and Water Resources Committee.and House Transportation, Highway and Military Affairs Committee. While serving my first term, I was listed as a sponsor on two bills that were passed and signed by the Governor. In my second term I co- sponsored the bill allowing Medicaid receipents to be able to use the hospice facilities.
Prior to serving in the WY House some of my duties and reesponsibilities included:
School Board Trustee for three terms (12 years) in FCSD#24 (Shoshoni) and Area Director to WY School Board Assoc. for five year Member of Shoshoni Recreation District Board and as President spearheaded constructtion of the Recreation Building facility in Shoshoni Elected County Committee person to the Farm Service Agency (FSA) and served the nine (9) year term limit, some of the time as Chairperson One of the original members of the Fremont County Natural Resource Planning Committee (FCNPRC) and served as secretary Member of various organizations and served as officer or on board of directors I respectfully ask for your vote to support someone who cares and has the beest interests in mind for House District #34 residents.
PAT MOORE……HOUSE DISTRICT 34
My name is Pat L. Moore and I am a candidate for State House District 34. First of all I am a Pro‐Life Christian and will stand strong to defend the unborn. I’m a proud Lifetime Member of the N.R.A. and an Endowment Member of the N.R.A. Foundation. For the past 35 yrs my late wife and I have been in the retail business. Along with my involvement in multiple use I am a member of the American Lands Counsel and will join with Rep. David Miller and Sen. Eli Bebout in their efforts to return the public lands to Wyoming, as the Enabling Doctrine stated when Wyoming became a state. I am opposed to common core, I believe that we must wean ourselves from Federal funding especially in education, with Uncle Sam’s money comes his strings. I promise to uphold and defend not only the Constitution of the United States, but also our very own Wyoming Constitution. I humblly ask for your vote.
TIM SALAZAR…HOUSE DISTRICT 34
My name is Tim Salazar, I am running for State House District 34 in Fremont County.
“I run because I believe our Constitutional Rights are systematically beiing taken from us by an out of control Federal Government. I believe the Federal assault oon Wyoming Coal & Petroleum, Ranching & Farming industry, the 2nd Amendment, Private Property Rights, local control of Education, & our Land and Resources must be stopped.
I believe the State Legislature must defend our citizens & local businessses against this Federal intrusion.”
I am a small business owner in Dubois & have also spent the last 25 years as a United States Army
Officer in the US Army Reserve. I currently sit on the board of the Dubois Senior Center (High CountrySenior Center), I’m a member of the Dubois Lions CClub, Dubois Volunteers Inc., Commander, Dubois
American Legion Post 31 & Republican Precinct Committeeeman & County delegate from Dubois.
I ran for Fremont County Commissioner two years ago and lost by 60 votes before a special election was called. Tim Salazar Dubois
JOE MALEK……SENATE DISTRICT 25
Frank Lajeunesse…House District 34
Republican House District 55
David R. Miller
Party: Republican
District: House District 55
Counties: Fremont
House: 2001-Present
Contact Information:
2420 Watt Court
Riverton WY 82501
Home - (307) 857-5789
Fax - (307) 857-2833
Occupation(s):
Geologist/Mineral Exploration
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Lloyd Larsen…. House District #54
My name is Lloyd Charles Larsen and I am currently finishing my first term in the Wyoming House of Representatives representing the greater Lander area that makes up House District #54. I am running for reelection to the same office.
I currently serve on the Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee, the Labor, Health & Social Services Committee, and the Select Committee on Tribal Affairs. I was appointed by the Governor to represent the legislature on the state’s Early Intervention Council, which addresses the needs of our state’s children, newborn to age five, that have developmental delays. I am also serving on the Joint Legislative and Executive Task Force on Department of Health Facilities, to look at how the state moves forward with construction, and operation of the state run health facilities, which include the State Hospital, the Wyoming Life Resource Center, the Pioneer Home, the State Retirement Center, and the Wyoming Veteran’s Home.
I want to continue to: 1) Insure Wyoming has a business friendly environment. 2) Make sure that we continue to save for the future generations of Wyoming. 3) Make sure that state government is responsive to the needs of the state, and that our citizens have access to state government at the legislative level, and at all levels in the state agencies.
I enjoy working with the citizens of Fremont County on state issues and appreciate their advice and recommendations that come from their expertise and years of expeerience working in the many industries throughout the state. I hope to have your support again this election.
Elect H. Michael Bennett for Fremont County Attorney
As your County Attorney, I believe in the Fremont County values by which I was raised. Dedicated to serving all residents, I believe the law applies equally to all of us. My philosophy of “Firm but Fair” allows for the successful prosecution of crimes, with the understanding that those protections guaranteed by the Constitution are not for sale or barter. Your vote this August 19th ensures the good people of Fremont County will be truly served by a competent, compassionate, and considerate County Attorney.
A Commitment to Justice Raised in Fremont County Graduate of University of Wyoming Republican Life Member of the NRA
Patrick LeBrun for Fremont County Attorney
My wife Rebecca and I own a home in Riverton and are raising ouur five year old son. I am a Republican and a third generation Wyoming native. I graduated from both the University of Wyoming College of Arts and Sciences and the University of Wyoming College of Law. Fremont County is now and always will be our home.
Since becoming a lawyer in 2002, I have practiced nearly all manners of law that a typical small town lawyer would practice. From 2009 until April of this year, I was employed as a Deputy Attorney in the County Attorney’s Office. I am no stranger to leadership. For the last couple of years, I have been responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Riverton branch of the County Attorney’s Office. During that time, I have learned that although all of us are Fremont County citizens, each municipality within our County has different needs. I will use my experience to make sure that the citizens of each municipality within our County are adequately served.
During my years in the County Attorney’s Office, I have developed a very strong working relationship with all of Fremont County law enforcement as well as members of local and State government. These ongoing working relationships will benefit the citizens of Fremont County. I would encourage you to speak to your friends or family in law enforcement as I predict that nearly all will say that I am the most appropriate candidate to lead the Fremont County Attorney’s Office over the next four years. I would certainly appreciate your consideration for Fremont County Attorney on August 19th.
MARK STRATMOEN for Fremont County Coroner
DEPUTY CORONER for 15 years.... Including: DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR for 10 years, CHIEF DEPUTY for 7 years
It has been my honor to serve the peeople of Fremont County during difficult times. I have worked as the only full time deputy for the department, and worked in close cooperation with all County, State, and Reservation Law Enforcement agencies, and given testimony in Court when necessary. I have been the lead investigator on over 400 cases, and worked with Coroner McAuslan closely on the balance of other major cases durring that time. After Coroner Basic at the Wyoming AAcademy, I have completed over 600 hours of Death Investigation related training, and as a Medical-Legal Death Investigator for the Federal DMORT response team, obtained additional training, and experience in mass fatality situationss and Incident Management.
I understand the statutory obligations of the Coroner, have knowledge of applicable law, both in practice for the office, and in relation to public rights.
Respect: The Coroner works for the deceased, the family, and the people. During what is probably the worst time for families, people deserve the best and most experienced efforts. Compassion and Respect are integral parts of determining justice for the deceased, and closure for the family in time of loss.
HONEST-PROVEN-LEADERSHIP Sheriff Skip Hornecker RE-ELECT HORNECKER 4 SHERIFF A proven professional for Fremont County
“ As the Incumbent Candidate I chose to seek re-election to maintain consistency within the Sheriff’s Office. It is important for the community and the staff of the Fremont County Sheriff’s office that this agency continue developing and building upon philosophies and processes that have proven successful. I am very adamant about not allowing the negative aspect of “big city Law Enforcement” to creep into the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office. I will continue to stand as guardian of the constitution for the people I serve. I take my oath of office very seriously and vow to protect the rights of all Fremont County citizens. I have a strong personal desire to continue leading the Sheriff’s Office into the future and addressing the needs Fremont County.
Mark Stone‐Candidate for Fremont County Sheriff
I want to be the next Sheriff of Fremont County. I am a 50+ year resident of Fremont County. I raised my family here; this is where my roots are. I have 24 years of Law Enforcement Experience in Fremont County. I retired from the Riverton Police Department with the rank of Captain in 2009. Since then, I own and operate a school safety consulting business and a firearms training business. I have been a Deputy Director of the Rural Justice Training Center at Central Wyoming College. I have been an instructor in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Firearms and Environmental Health and Safety at Central Wyoming College since 2002. I am currently a member of the FCSD #25 Board of Trustees, Chairman of the CWC BOCHES Board, a business owner and operator, President of Riverton Girls Fast Pitch Softball, a Republican Precinct Committeeman, a member of the NRA, the Cowboy Joe Club, and the National Association of School Resource Officers.
As Your Sheriff I will: Listen and respond to your law enforcement needs; expect and demand accountability from my staff from the top down; defend private property rights; make school safety and the safety of our children a priority; properly manage the budgets and personnel of your sheriff’s office; work to improve the Juvenile Justice system. My office will work under the guidelines established by the US and Wyoming Constitutions and the Bill of Rights and I will vigorously defend your 2nd amendment rights to keep and bear arms.
I am married to Danette Stone. We have a blended family of six children and 11 grandchildren. My family supports my decision to run for this office. I want to serve the citizens of Fremont County as their sheriff. I am asking you for your vote in the upcoming Primary election on August 19th, 2014 and in the general election on November 4th, 2014.
TARA BERG…FREMONT COUNTY ASSESSOR I am humbled by the faith the Fremont County citizens placed in me 4 years ago and I ask for your continued support in the upcoming 2014 election. This election year marks my 19th year in the office, the last four as your assessor, the prior 12 as the Deputy Assessor and 3 as an appraiser. I am a certified property tax appraiser with the Wyoming Department of Revenue and have hundreds of hours of appraisal education and experience. Re‐Elect Tara Berg Assessor Since taking office my staff and I have: established an online Geographic Information Mapping System in which the public, as well as other government agencies, can access assessment information on‐line. This system has recently added a new elections layer! worked diligently to develop and maintain open lines of communication with taxpayers to ensure transparency in the valuation process. re‐structured job duties and streamlined information processing to assure the most accurate analysis. I and my staff have maintained the necessary certifications in order to carry out the duties of the office. completed our valuations within the parameters set by the Wyoming State Board of Equalization as well as the Wyoming Department of Revenue. I have been fiscally responsible with taxpayer money and taken a conservative approach to valuation while still meeting the standards set forth in the Wyoming Statutes. I truly enjoy the challenges the assessor’s office presents. I enjoy working for and with the people of Fremont County and would appreciate your continued support in the upcoming election.
FREMONT COUNTY CLERK
Julie Freese is seeking support in her bid for Fremont County Clerk. Her love of the job is mainly why she will seek re‐election. “I love the people I work for and the challenges that the job presents me.” A fiscal conservative, Freese understands the responsibility of having a conservative county budget which is funded by the taxpayers. Freese promotes accountable spending, responsible budgeting for the long term and transparency for the public. This holds true in all aspects of the County
Clerk’s Office. The Clerk is responsible for vehicle titles, land recordings, UCC filings, marriage licenses, liquor licenses, Budget Officer for the County, all county payroll and accounts payables, local election officer and Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners. “I have the attitude that we can always do better and try things that are different if they will make the job morre efficient “. “I keep myself trained on new things and can actively performm all of the jobs in our officce.” We will be implementing an “early voting” component to our absentee process to give the voters a better method of voting their ballots prior to the actual electtion date “I love hearing from my constituents when they like something or when they are unhhappy, that’s my job and I llook forward to serving another 4 years if that is the desire of my community.”
H. Scott Harnsberger‐ Fremont County Treasurer
Scott is a fifth generation Wyomingite and a native of Lander. He graduated from Lander Valley High School in 1977 and recceived a B.S. degree in accounting from the University of Wyoming in 1982. Shortly after graduating college, Scott was employed by a local CPA firm where he performed auditing and income tax work for almost five years. In 1988, Mr. Harnsberger was appointed as Deputy County Treasurer. In December 1992, Scott was nominated by the Fremont County Republican Central Committee to fill the unexpired term of County Treasurer upon retirement of the Treasurer. He was selected and appointed by the Fremont County Commissioners. Scott was subsequently elected to five consecutive four year terms.
Although Mr. Harnsberger is responsible for all functions of the County Treasurer, he spends most of his time managing the County’s $40 million investment portfolio. He has extensive knowledge and experience in investing public funds, formulating public funds investment policy, and creating governmental accounting policy.
Scott lives just outside of Lander with his wife Teddi.
Kristi H. Green
Clerk of District Court
I was appointed as Clerk of District Court on May 14, 2013. I am now seeking to be elected to the position by the people of Fremont County. Being a part of the judicial system has not only been my career choice but very important work. Public service comes with many challenges and responsibilities but the rewards are great. Serving the people of Fremont County has been a privilege I do not take for granted. The work of the Clerk of District Court Office is more than just shuffling papers. I am responsible for accurately filing proper pleadings. The office must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
I am an active member of the Republican Party. I will continue to run an efficient office with a conservative budget. If elected as Clerk of District Court I pledge to the people of Fremont County my continued dedication.
31 Years of Experience A Proven Leader Trustworthy & Dependable Hardworking & Reliable Dedicated to Effective & Efficient Service For the People of Fremont County
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!
WE MUST STAND TOGETHER –THAT’S WHEN WE WILL WIN –NO MORE EMPTY WORDS! VOTE MARK LAMBERT FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER District 1
THE “TRUE” MEANING OF CONSERVATIVE & GRASS ROOTS REPUBLICAN!
VALAIRA WHITEMAN…FREMONT COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 1
I am Valaira Whiteman, of St. Stephens, WY, and am running for the Repuublican nomination for Fremont County Commission, District 1. I am not a careerr politician. I am a wife, a mother, and a small business owner. I was born and raised on the Wind River Indian Reservation, in the heart of what is now District 1, and have lived here my entire life, except for a few years in California and Arizona while attending Arizona State University. I am a member of the Northern Arapaho Tribe, the daughter of Ernest Whiteman Jr. and Mary Ann (Welsh) Whiteman.
Although we have the County Commission Districts, I am committed to representing each and every Citizen of Fremont County and providing each of them an open door to communicate. I believe that the average Citizen does have any idea the important job that the County Commission does for each and every one of us. I am committed to having town hall forums throughout the County, publishing quarterly newsletters, and will push to have the County Commission and County agencies and departments have informational meetings in oour various communities for the benefit of those who can’t attend meetings in Lander.
I do not claim to have all the answers but I am willing to learn and to work hard to find solutions to the issues and problems that face our communities and County.
Ray Price...Candidate for County Commissioner District 4
BSc From Michigan State University in Physical Geography
MA from Western Michigan University in Geology
1 year post graduate work at University of Wisconsin
4 year degree in Theology from University of the South
Masters in Public Administration from University of Wyoming
15 years private business owner
Priest at Trinity Episcopal Church Lander
36 years experience as a Fremont County employee and Department Head
KATHLEEN CRAMER…..COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 4
My name is Kathleen Cramer Averill and I am If thhe landfills are going to be closed two days a running for District 4 Commissioner for two reasons. week, then they need to be closed on two non- First, as a tax payer, I am unhappy with where our weekend days. Show a little respect for the tax county government is headed. Second, I could not payerrs, here. ignore the numerous requests from county residents, including those from outside “my” district, asking me Therre also is a growing and deep-seated disrespect to run. for the County employees. It is a huge debate, each budget session, over whether or not the employees I, and thousands like me, am angry at the disrespect shoulld receive a raise, but not much discussion on that is being shown to the tax payers of this county by whether or not the elected officials should receive its leadership, especially when it comes to matters of one. The token raises that are then offered up are great financial burden. The “Riverton Justice quickly devoured by increasing the emplooyees’ Center” is one such matter. The voters, especially the burden of their beenefit package, whether it be their tax paying voters, of this county should have made contribution to retirement or to their health care the decision as to whether this project was pursued, coverrage. Those benefits are starting to be not so or not. I am unsure – and want an answer to - why benefficial, when personal time is being taken away this project was withheld from the voters when the and sick days devalued, forcing employees to use jail, the expansion of the fair grounds and the sick days, whether they are ill or not, or lose them. expansion of the college, to name a few, were. This Therre would be no county to govern if there were no should never be allowed to happen, again. county employees to do the “grunt” work. Who is really doing all that work, anyway; the elected There is great discontent over the Solid Waste officiial or their support staff, the employees? District, as well. Tax payers pay 3 mils of their taxes to support the Solid Waste District and then pay, I cannot say how effective one voice will be on the again, at the scale. Where is the money going? I do polarized Board off Commissioners we currently not believe that people should be paying twice for the have, but if electedd District 4 Commissioner, I will be same service. We pay more and get less, now with that voice, across district lines, for all county the shortened hours at the landfills which residents. That is not just a campaign promise; it is inconvenience those same tax payers who are paying my goal to restore unity. the bill.
COUNTY COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 3 TRAVIS BECKER
Travis & his wife Eyvette are co-owners of their own small business, The Print Shop
in Riverton. They have owned and operated this successful Business for 8 years. Having served the citizens of Fremont County for the last 4 years on the County Commission. Travis has been able to accomplish many things:
Fremont County Justice Center he was able to secure funding from the State to fund a secure facility for the citizens of Fremont County and the many employees who must use it daily.
Helped finish the Veteran’s Memorial in front of the Courthouse in Lander. The effort
had been stagnant for some time until Travis helped lead the group to completion. Travis in years past coached Little League Baseball, Youth Soccer, Football and served on the board of Riverton Ice Hockey Association.
Travis is a past Chairman of the Fremont County Republican Party and before that, he served as party secretary for 2 years. Travis also has been a Precinct Committeeman.
Travis was born and raised in Riverton. He attended Central Wyoming College majoring in Radio & Communications. Travis demonstrates a friendly, respectful approach to all. He enjoys engaging with everyone to hear their issues and ideas.
Please VOTE for TRAVIS BECKER on August 19th!
SAVE THIS GUIDE UNTIL AUGUST 19 REPUBLICAN PRIMARY ELLECTION GUIDE Fremont County Wyoming
August 19, 2014
This booklet will help make you becomme a more informed voter!
Wyoming is a closed primary state. You must declare a political partyy and you will only vote for candidates of that party affiliation and any non‐ partisan (i.e. mayor, councilpersons, etc..) candidates for your district and precinct.
Identification is required to register to vote in Wyoming. Your valid Wyoming driver’s license is the best form of ID, however you may call our election office in Lander to see what other ID’s can be used.
You may apply for an absentee ballot by mail, telephone or in person. You must be a registered voter in Fremont County.
Our Fremont County election officials, both in the courthouse and at the polls, are here to help you with the voting process. Feel free to ask about the process BUT it is YOUR responsibility to learn about your candidates, so that you may use your right to choose your elected representatives.
FREMONT COUNTY ELECTION OFFICE
ND 450 NORTH 2 ROOM 120
LANDER WY 82520
332‐1088; 1‐800‐967‐2297 (ASK FOR ELECTION OFFICE)
e‐mail: [email protected]
web site: www.fremontcountywy.org
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FREMONT COUNTY WYOMING
I AM A REPUBLICAN BECAUSE…..
I believe the strength of our nation lies with the individual and that each person’s dignity, freedom, ability and responsibility must be honored.
I believe in equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability.
I believe free enterprise and encouraging individual initiative have brought this nation opportunity, economic growth and prosperity.
I believe government must practice fiscal responsibility and allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn.
I believe the proper role of government is to provide for the people only those critical functions that cannot be performed by individuals or private organizations and that the best government is that which governs least.
I believe the most effective, responsible and responsive government is government that is closest to the people.
I believe Americans must retain the principles that have made us strong while developing new and innovative ideas to meet the challenges of changing times.
I believe Americans value and should preserve our national strength and pride while working to extend peace, freedom and human rights throughout the world.
Finally, I believe the Republican Party is the best vehicle for translating these ideals into positive and successful principles of government.