
Joe Brand Tax Pledge
Joe will work to keep county government small and to
reduce reliance on property taxes.
Taxes​
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Advocate for continuing to lower the personal property levy rates
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Reforming property tax assessments to stop requiring annual certifications to maintain high mileage vehicles and elderly/disabled tax relief discounts
Spending
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Promote zero based budgeting principles to yearly assess the justifications for spending
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Increase fiscal transparency and accountability for spending increases
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Ensure any federal dollars received with policy directives attached are vetted to not impact personal liberty and choice
Schools
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Keeping our schools accountable for academic success and rewarding teachers that excel at improving student performance
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Support Parental Rights in Education
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Property Rights
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Respecting personal property rights and minimizing county interference and delays in economic activity
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Data Centers​
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Oppose the conversion of rural farmland to industrial data centers
Small Business​
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Remove Barriers to Small Business Growth
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Police, Fire and EMS
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Strong supporter of our Police, Fire and EMS personnel
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Local Infrastructure
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Prioritize critical traffic congestion areas for VDOT and local improvements
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