THE ISSUES
Economic Uncertainty.
COVID-19 has impacted our economy in ways none of us have ever seen. Unemployment, shortages, business closures, and rising prices have impacted us all. Germantown is no different. Brian Ueleke brings nearly two decades of corporate finance experience to the table. His diverse financial background at FedEx includes budgeting, facilities and equipment purchase, product development, and employee compensation. This well rounded perspective is what Germantown needs as we navigate these challenging economic times..
Development.
Brian believes that neighborhoods are the heart of Germantown and must remain so. Over development can not only negatively impact our neighborhoods, but also stress our schools, infrastructure, and finances. We must moderate growth accordingly. As a financial advisor, Brian helps executives make good decisions and understands that it’s not just about the financials. Brian believes that if Germantown adopts “best practices” it will help facilitate community discussion. Every presentation for development or zoning changes must address the five “impact questions”:
What is the impact on the neighborhood?
What is the impact on our schools?
What is the impact on our police and fire departments?
What is the impact on our infrastructure?
What is the impact on our tax revenues?
Infrastructure.
Brian understands that our infrastructure needs investments. As a member of the Financial Advisory Commission’s storm water subcommittee, he has listened to public works and seen the estimates related to investment in upgrading our drainage network. Brian is committed to developing a long term plan and exploring options to help fund these projects in a sustainable manner. We must also look at how we fund paving. To meet our replacement cycle, we must pave roughly 10 miles of roads each year.
Better Germantown.
Brian believes in open conversation about the issues and has disagreed with the changes to the preliminary/consent agenda. This, and other items like censure, have only divided the community rather than bringing it together. Brian will make decisions on the input of residents and the merits of items put before the board, not based on the influence of others. Open communication equals better governance.
At the end of every meeting, we all go home and see each other in the neighborhood, grocery store, or house of worship. In a community this size, we are all neighbors, regardless of where we live in Germantown. We will have hard discussions about sensitive topics, but Brian commits to doing so by truly listening for understanding and respect while keeping an open mind.
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