Working to improve Leavenworth County
Stand for Freedom
Far too many politicians want to gloss over the infringement of personal freedoms during the COVID-19 pandemic. Vanessa hasn't forgotten. Vanessa Reid opposed mask mandates, stay-at-home orders (particularly those from non-elected bureaucrats), school and library closures, and especially our government deciding whose work was "essential" to society. Vanessa Reid knows having strong representatives in county government who respect personal freedom is critical to the preservation of a free society.
Weed Out Wasteful Spending
As an experienced business woman, Vanessa Reid has a keen eye for saving money and all the necessary skills for managing a sound, conservative budget.
As a Leavenworth School Board Member since 2022, she regularly identifies wasteful spending on unnecessary programs, politically-charged and divisive curriculum, and bloated administrative costs. She consistently votes against raising the tax burden for our community.
As your County Commissioner for District 2, she will spot excessive spending a mile away, weed out the waste and respect our taxpayers.
Combat Excessive Property Taxes
As inflation soars, property assessments continue to skyrocket. Many elected officials see this as an opportunity to grow the government, their own "budgets," and generate more revenue, all at taxpayer expense. Vanessa Reid will curb the opportunistic money grab brought on by inflation and keep the tax burden manageable for our residents by investigating the appraisal/appeal process and working to protect the financial interests of homeowners.
Prevent Harmful Effects of Illegal Immigration
Leavenworth County is full of hard-working people who are generous with their resources. Vanessa Reid will protect those resources from reckless immigration proposals and practices imposed by state and federal government.
Broaden Supports for the Special Needs Community
Vanessa Reid personally understands the challenges faced by individuals with special needs and their family members. Our county needs more in the way of independent living facilities and support programs to help these individuals. As your District 2 Commissioner, Vanessa Reid will work to identify our county's service gaps for individuals with developmental disabilities and broaden community support to enable these residents to access a more fulfilling and independent life.