Community Impact: Q&A: Meet the candidates for Williamson County sheriff

For 39 years, I have protected and served Williamson County, including 21 years as a Texas Ranger. I have the varied experience needed to improve public safety, increase collaboration and lead WCSO to ensure that Williamson County is a safe place to live and raise a family.

I will run a Sheriff’s Office that is tough on crime [and] accountable to the public; increase cooperation with local, state and federal partners; improve transparency within the community; focus on new programs to protect our community’s most vulnerable populations; and prevent future failed state jail inspections.

I-35 and population growth. We need resources to keep pace with the population growth. Also, criminals use I-35 to traffic drugs and people, and we must have a sheriff who makes it known that Williamson County upholds the law. I won’t stand for criminals putting our residents at risk.

I will prioritize responsible communication with the public, transparency and accountability. Building trust is essential to public safety, so I will ensure regular communication with residents, helping them connect with the deputies who protect the community and me. I will uphold the law to protect law-abiding citizens.

Devotion to protecting my community and service drives my campaign. I’ll use my experience as a former Williamson County Sheriff’s [Office] deputy, DPS trooper, Texas Ranger, and constable to enhance public safety and serve our community. I’m committed to respect and accountability, ensuring WCSO serves and protects all Williamson County residents.