Kent Goldthorpe announces candidacy for ACHD Commission
By Cynthia Sewell, The Idaho Statesman | |
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Goldthorpe, a resident of
Goldthorpe issued the following statement:
"Over the past few years and in particular the last several months it has been clear to me that the citizens, businesses and cities of
"People who know me understand I believe in less government, but where there is government it must be effective, responsive and fair. I know most of my neighbors believe this as well. I consider transportation infrastructure to be an essential role of government and therefore ACHD must work closely with local residents and businesses at all times. I am pro-business and pro-development and ACHD should be as well. ACHD should not be a roadblock to businesses in this county. ACHD should also work closely with all of the cities of
Goldthorpe and his wife,
Two
Other candidates vying for the district 4 seat include former chief planner for
The commission sets policy for the district -- the only countywide highway agency in
Voters cast ballots for the commission seat representing the area where they live. In each race the candidate getting the most votes will be the winner; a majority is not required.
The last day to file to run for an ACHD seat and appear on the
To qualify to run for the
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