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Candidate Forum
Republican forums for both Board of Commissioners and Board of Education candidates were held Tuesday and Saturday this week. We have audio available from these forums. If you were unable to be there but would like to hear the answers to the questions that were asked, please listen below.
Board of Commissioners Candidates Forum Audio
Kevin Howell and George Sutherland participated in the forum. Unfortunately, David Shelton had the flu and was unable to participate.
Forum Format
BOC Candidates Introduction
Why are you running for office and what strengths do you bring to the position?
What are your views on the role of the Board of Commissioners?
What role should the county play in addressing the demand for affordable housing units?
What is your opinion of economic development in the county?
What is an area where the Board of Commissioners could improve?
BOC Candidates closing remarks
Board of Education Candidates Forum Audio
All three candidates, Chad Owen, Shanaia Powell & Bill Sack participated in the forum.
BOC Intros
Why are you running for office and what strengths do you bring to the position?
What do you see as the roll of the board of education?
If you are elected what are your two main priorities?
How do you assess the quality of education in Transylvania County?
What are your biggest concerns about the school system right now?
What do you think about the progress of the school improvement projects?
What is your position on cell phone use amoung children & teens?
Student preparation for the workforce in a quickly changing market?
What is an area where the BOE could improve?
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