Steve Hambley (R)

The Messenger: Why should voters cast you their ballots?

Hambley (R): “I think over the past four years, I’ve demonstrated that I’ve made a difference as a county commissioner.

“When I began, our tipping fee was higher, our recycling rate was lower and the county transit system was in a shambles. 

“We had eight transit directors in six years. Plus, the MCDAC levy had been defeated.

“I put together a bipartisan group to bring the MCDAC levy back and get support.”

The Messenger: Please name three specific things you would accomplish if reelected.

Hambley (R): “Number one, I would continue to implement our growth management plan..

“We are working with the planning commission in providing resources and training to the townships.

“We are also working with other land-use agencies like the Medina County Parks District in growth management.

“Number two, I would develop a system for park and recreation fees for any new developments. This has been done in Green county and Brunswick for the past 20 years. The primary benefactor of the fees would be the Medina County Parks District

“Third, I would continue working on our Transit Development Plan, working to expand public transit in the county.

“We have a demand/response system and the state is requiring us to expand our services.”

Steve Hambley is seeking reelection as a Medina County Commissioner. Besides serving as county commissioner, he is also an adjunct professor.

Tim Feron (D)

The Messenger: Why should voters cast you their ballots?

Feron (D): “Because Medina County government needs an independent voice, a non-biased voice to make decisions on the board of commissioners. 

“I’ve lived here all my life and I’ve seen the problems of growth and how it affects this county. These problems are more apparent every day.”

The Messenger: Please name three specific things you would accomplish if elected.

Feron (D): “Number one, I would establish a countywide zoned fire and EMS.

“Number two, I would establish an effective countywide master plan. 

“And, number three, I would give more credence to the people of this county in the government of their own lives. More than the current commissioners.

“In my travels across the county, people have said the commissioners have turned a deaf ear to several problems like the Westfield water problem. 

“I would bring things more to the forefront for people, like the appeals for sewer and water in Brunswick Hills and the City of Brunswick.”

Tim Feron is an insurance agent and contract courier.
He is a resident of the City of Medina.