Wanda Thompson, Fr. Co. Commission District 1 Candidate Talks Growth, Sewer, Taxes at Political Forum

Only one of the run-off candidates for the Franklin County District 1 race showed up for the run-off political forum last week.

Local veterinarian Wanda Thompson is running against local farmer Tyler Owenby.

Owenby chose not to participate in this second political forum and sent a representative to read a short statement from him.

Thompson did attend and like the Commission Chair candidates was asked what she would do to keep property taxes from rising every year,

Thompson said the County needs sustainability and revenue from business.

With all of the discussion about sewer systems and infrastructure lately, Thompson said she’s for taking time and research to make sure the expanded sewer system is put in the right places.

When asked how she would handle the job of a county commissioner and still continue her veterinarian practice, Thompson said she’s a high-energy person who knows how to budget her time well.

In her closing remarks Thompson said while she may not be experienced in local government, she has been listening to the concerns of Franklin County citizens for years.

The run-off election is next Tuesday, June 18.