ELECT PAULA GILLIKIN FOR BEAUFORT Commissioner - November 7, 2023
I am committed to preserving Beaufort's small-town feel, rich history, and natural resources through managing growth with an eye towards economic and environmental sustainability. I also feels it is important to ensure that locals have a way to stay in Beaufort, even as real estate values often surpass citizens' ability to afford life here. I am ready to get to work on specific upcoming issues that will shape Beaufort for years to come: the update of the Land Development Ordinance; waterfront and harbor improvements; and workforce housing just to name a few. To tie all of this together, it is important how all of this work is conducted. To accomplish the most meaningful and genuine engagement, I believe it's important to work with and through Beaufort's citizenry (as opposed to to and for) and I want to hear YOUR voice.
Carefully managing growth protects Beaufort's quaint character, the environment, economy, and quality of life for Beaufort residents.
I understand the value of protecting the coastal environment that provides recreation, storm protection, economic opportunity, and general well-being of Beaufort's residents.
A prosperous economy is one that is built upon the Town's existing assets and smart growth strategies that allow for growth and development while maintaining Beaufort's distinctive character.
I remain calm and balanced, particularly in the face of difficulty, which supports good judgement.
A quality community means success for individual citizens and the town as a whole through meaningful and genuine engagement. YOUR voice and YOUR quality of life matter!
I have a strong moral compass for fairness and "doing the right thing" for Beaufort.
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