League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area Education Fund
Hamilton County, OH November 6, 2007 Election
	Phil Beck Answers Questions Candidate for Trustee; Township of Symmes

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What are your qualifications for office? (50 word limit)

Registered Architect in Ohio with 21 years of project management experience on public development, design and construction projects; Leadership Cincinnati alumnus; Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran; officer U.S. Navy Reserves (Seabees); church Vestry member; Cub Scout leader (and Eagle Scout); dedicated husband and father of three children.

2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)

I will facilitate and encourage meetings and dialogue with entities that are currently present, or may locate, in Symmes Township, to provide a thriving economic community; and will vigorously defend and advance actions that are in the Township's best interest. I will support and welcome citizen participation in matters that impact their homes and neighborhoods, and will promote development of projects that enhances citizen safety and comfort. I will work to ensure that Symmes Township has the economic base and infrastructure to grow and thrive as an independent community, while balancing commercial and residential interests.

3. State three actions that you recommend to promote regional cooperation, and explain how you would implement each action? (150 word limit)

1. Regular dialogue with other Trustees and Chambers of Commerce. Promote meetings and inter-community events to bolster image as a strong and independent Township, while also serving as a good neighbor. Promote zoning and recycling decisions that enhance the quality of life of residents of many communities.

2. Enhanced connection with state and local officials so that the Township's concerns are integrated into regional plans. Foster relationships with the Ohio Department of Transportation, Metropolitan Sewer District, and County Commissioners and provide comment and input on issues like flood control and road maintenance. Continue cooperating with Hamilton County Environmental Services to facilitate recycling, and coordinate with the Hamilton County Park District to maximize current and planned parks and green spaces.

3. Encourage and evaluate new and existing arrangements for provision of citizen safety and protection. Investigate other ways in which shared services and education can be maximized on a regional scale.

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