VISION Statement

"For too long elected officials have worried about the next election and lost and lost the sight of WINNING for the Next Generation. I am running for Mount Vernon City Council because I believe it is time to stop making excuses and start building a better future for Mount Vernon." Richard Thomas

GOALS

• Create sustainable JOBS through business attraction and retention programs.
• Reduce cost of government for taxpayers by realigning resources to increase efficiency.
• Foster economic growth by streamlining approval process for development projects.
• Promote crime reduction in our communities by strengthening youth programs, community policing and collaborating with crime prevention organizations.